how many 70mm imax theaters are there in the us
There are about 19 true 70mm IMAX theaters in the U.S. based on recent public listings and reporting from 2025. One recent source explicitly says there were 19 in the U.S., while other lists from 2024–2025 also point to roughly that same count.
Quick answer
- Best current estimate: 19
- Important caveat: the number can change slightly as theaters open, close, or switch formats.
Why the number varies
Some articles use “70mm IMAX” to mean true IMAX 15/70 film projection , while others mix in IMAX-branded digital theaters or 1.43:1 laser venues. That’s why you may see different counts like 19, 20, or more depending on what exactly is being included.
Example of what’s included
Recent U.S. lists have included theaters such as:
- AMC Metreon 16 & IMAX in San Francisco.
- TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX in Hollywood.
- AMC Lincoln Square 13 & IMAX in New York City.
If you want, I can also give you the full current U.S. list of 70mm IMAX theaters in a clean table.