just bring a backpack and put stuff in from the dollar store
MoviePass: It's Back (Different tiers, use at any participating theaters)
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OJ Simpsom
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Everyone telling me to sneak in snacks... I BEEN doing that shyt since I was a kid with my mom. But as an adult now, I wanna splurge on a popcorn every now and then. I love theatre popcorn. I just wish it wasn't like $10 for a fukking bag. We still sneaking in food though.
DickAlmighty
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Has anyone been able to sign up? I've been trying for 3 days.
The Jewnited States
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yeah idk how ppl are always complaining about the snack prices. i always bring my own snacks in. hotdog from costco, chips, drinks, candy, i've brought in a subway footlong before, i've snuck 6 beer bottles in, it really ain't hard. especially if you wit a chick that got a big purse, you could damn near bring in a whole picnic
i will say, the time i snuck the 6 beers in was for the raid 2. not a good idea. i was opening the bottles with a lighter and it would make that loud ass "pop" sound. so i would try to time it with the gunshots or car crashes on screen
but by the time i was finishing beer number 5 i had to piss so fukkin bad, and i felt like i couldn't just stand up and walk out cuz i would miss something important. of course it got too bad and i had to run out and piss real quick then run back in the movie. of course i ended up missing one of the shootouts at the end
http://www.businessinsider.com/movi...ied-that-amc-will-stop-accepting-moviepass-20
Though MoviePass has been around since 2011, it didn't break into the mainstream until Tuesday, when the company announced it would slash the price of its all-you-can-watch movie buffet to a mere $9.95 a month.
As someone who has been a MoviePass subscriber for the better part of the past two years — and who until this week was paying $50 a month for my unlimited moviegoing privileges — I was thrilled to hear the news.
Over the past few days, however, I've found myself fielding countless questions from friends, colleagues, and Business Insider readers about the service and whether it's as good a deal as it sounds. With that in mind, here are the answers to the most common questions:
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What exactly is MoviePass?
MoviePass is a subscription service that allows you to see up to one movie a day in theaters.
How much is it?
As of Tuesday, MoviePass costs $9.95 a month.
Can I really see as many movies as I want for $10? Or does that guarantee a price of $10 per movie?
Nope! You really get to see as many movies as you like — one per day — for the flat monthly rate.
How does it work?
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When you sign up for MoviePass, you get a debit card mailed to you. When you're ready to see a movie, MoviePass will load that debit card with the full cost of the ticket, which you then pay the theater. The only cost you pay is your $10 a month to MoviePass.
Here's a step-by-step explanation of how to use MoviePass »
Where can I get it?
You can sign up for free on MoviePass.com.
What theaters support MoviePass?
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MoviePass says it works at 91% of theaters in the country, including chains such as Regal and AMC.
Reddit user xur17 made a handy website where you can enter your ZIP code to see what theaters around you accept MoviePass. In addition, you can download the MoviePass app on your smartphone and check there as well (iOS, Google Play).
Can I use MoviePass to see any movie?
Yes, provided it is a standard, 2D showing — MoviePass will let you see any film that isn't 3D or Imax.
Can I use MoviePass to buy more than one ticket at a time?
No. When you select a showing, your MoviePass debit card is loaded with funds equaling the price of a single adult ticket at the theater you selected.
Are there any blackout dates? Can I see a movie the day it comes out?
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There are no blackout dates. You can see "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" on opening night if you'd like.
Does MoviePass work at independent theaters?
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Yes. MoviePass is accepted at big chains and indie theaters alike.
Is there a limit to the number of movies you can see in a month?
Screenshot/Nick Vega
Nope! You can use MoviePass to see as many movies as you like in a month — though you can see only one per day.
Can you see the same movie more than once?
MoviePass does not allow you to see the same movie more than once — though you could always just buy a ticket to a different movie and sneak into your desired screening, at your own risk.
Can I lend my MoviePass card to someone else?
No. Your MoviePass card is yours. It is connected to your smartphone, so you couldn't give another person your card to use unless you gave them your phone as well.
Does it work at theaters with reserved seating?
AMC Theatres via The Credits
Yes. Your MoviePass card acts as a regular debit card. It doesn't matter whether seating is reserved.
How far ahead do I have to reserve a ticket? Can I just use it on a whim?
There's no specific time frame when you're supposed to use MoviePass. Simply use it the same way as you would any other debit card.
Does MoviePass work outside of major cities?
Yes, MoviePass works all over the country.
Can I use MoviePass to order tickets online through sites like Fandango?
No. MoviePass requires you be within 100 yards of the theater (using the GPS on your phone) to check into a screening. If you want to buy a ticket in advance, you need to go to the theater early.
Can I share my MoviePass membership with a friend?
You cannot. Your MoviePass membership is your own.
Why has AMC Theatres come out against MoviePass?
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AMC has said it does not believe that MoviePass has a sustainable business model and says it will eventually go out of business. The theater chain's concern is that by the time that happens, people will have gotten used to paying just a few dollars per movie and will stop going to the movies altogether because of the higher prices.
MoviePass' CEO, however, is confident in the company's business model and believes AMC's worries are unfounded.
Should I be worried that AMC will stop accepting MoviePass?
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As of now, no. In an interview with Variety, MoviePass CEO Mitch Lowe said he thought the statement from AMC was just "bluster."
"The fascinating thing is we use a MasterCard debit card," he said. "We pay full price for the tickets we buy. We comply fully with the rules of MasterCard and AMC has signed agreements with both their credit card processor and with MasterCard to comply with all the rules. They would essentially have to not take MasterCard in order to block us. I don't think you can cancel that agreement without severe penalties."
was able to sign up..but haven't really been able to use the app...shyt is straight
Was able to sign up using the long way, no facebook or paypal. Use your email address and credit card...
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unless its those special theaters that serve you and shyt i don't understand how people can eat whole meals in that bytch
Notorious 1 E.Y.E.
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the movie thearters i fukks with are listedshowplace icon not listed tho...... thats ok, cause i got the icon card
Horrible idea
GreenGrass
All Star
they should have those theaters where you can smoke or vape ... i hate smoking out the side movies or before heading there.. i would rather watch and smoke but i can't..unless its those special theaters that serve you and shyt i don't understand how people can eat whole meals in that bytch
i heard great and dirty things about those drive in movie theaters
Damn this shyt made me sad. Poor deer brehin
It's not that it's a horrible idea it's that without a partnership with the theaters they can't sustain this. They can't take $10 from you and spend potentially upwards of up to $250 on tickets every month.
Partner with the theaters, matinee shows only and raise the price to $30 a month. This isn't a gym where the members that pay and never go subsidize the people that do. Their initial price is so low that on the second movie they've lost money.
Say matinee shows are $5 at $30 a month they guarantee you'd have to go to the movies at least 5 times before they go past the break even point. They could even lower it to $25 and hit the break even point at once a week. If they could negotiate matinee pricing for all the tickets they buy they could let you go anytime. There's a way to make this work but not at $10 a month for up to 31 theater trips. They have to get this to work for 4 trips a month at a profitable price for them or at least break even on 4. Most people will probably hit the movies once a week.
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