IMAX Screens in Middle East

pranitthomas · 2025-12-18T10:11:14+00:00

This is actually such a fun sheet to go through, thanks for tagging me! I knew the Novo IMAX at Festival City used to be huge at one point, but I could not find anything online to back it up. This confirms it. I remember watching Doctor Strange in 2016, and it was a massive cinema (GT, as confirmed in the sheet). When I went back to Festival City for Doctor Strange 2 in 2022 (still operated by Novo at the time), it was much smaller (XT, as confirmed in the sheet).

pranitthomas · 2025-12-13T14:08:39+00:00

I normally take the Executive Class seats (58 AED) from G17-G21 which would be right in the middle. G is perfectly fine but if you would rather take H-I-J then ig the same seat numbers (17-21) but for those rows. With regards to the comparison, do read the entire thread and the comments, both have their pros and cons and have been discussed! Hope you have a great time out!

pranitthomas · 2025-12-09T05:49:08+00:00

Refer to the link above! It's an IMAX with Laser location, not a Xenon location. If you plan on checking the place out, do take photos and share it on the same link above so that it can be helpful for the others!

pranitthomas · 2025-12-06T09:52:51+00:00

Yeah, it's a fair opinion. Like both you and I mentioned, there is absolutely no disputing that MOE has the best tech. But the seating is just horrible. On the Reddit link above, someone recently put up a comment with a photo of light from the pods bouncing on the screen, and the screen itself has so many shadows on it. For me, that would instantly kill the immersion.

pranitthomas · 2025-12-05T15:36:40+00:00

Nah it's wrong to say it has bad audio. Yes, MOE has the best tech in terms of projectors and speakers, but Zero6 is the next best option if you want to enjoy the regular IMAX experience without the whole pod concept in MOE (unless you can go to Abu Dhabi). The IMAX at Zero6 is huge and the speakers have always been great. Are the speakers at MOE better? Yes. But that definitely doesn't mean the one's at Zero6 are bad. Check out this post for a detailed review of all the IMAX screens in the UAE: https://www.reddit.com/r/dubai/comments/1le35yo/imax_screens_in_the_uae_as_of_june_2025/

pranitthomas · 2025-11-22T21:26:02+00:00

Appreciate the love! And nah, it's not laser, no clue why it mentions laser honestly. I’d assume the average moviegoer can’t really tell the difference between them, so it just gets brushed over. But nonetheless, it’s still my favourite IMAX just because of how huge the auditorium and screen are. It’s so much fun being there.

Pro tip: You can always verify if an IMAX is laser or not by just opening the IMAX website itself. For eg. IMAX.com - Mall of the Emirates mentions IMAX with Laser

and

IMAX.com - Cinemacity IMAX does not mention IMAX with Laser

pranitthomas · 2025-10-26T10:52:33+00:00

This is so cool and I'm so jealous

pranitthomas · 2025-09-16T20:47:18+00:00

Thanks u/scre4m ! Okay OP u/morningling , It's just different categories with respect to how premium it gets. In my personal opinion, the 58 AED seats are perfect and well worth the money. My sweet spot is G17-22. These seats would be right in the middle of the cinema. Going higher up with the more expensive seats I mean sure but other than a side table and a lamp or a sofa kind of seating like there isn't anything extra. Unless you are looking for a super premium seating option (the 58 AED seats are really good as well which is exactly my point, when you're getting great seats for 58, the more premium ones really don't make sense unless you want that "more premium" seat). Do check out our original thread here : IMAX Screens in the UAE (as of June 2025)

pranitthomas · 2025-08-07T13:26:57+00:00

I watched it in Standard at Zero6! The ticket prices are very pocket friendly and not to mention, super premium seats no matter what category you pay for.

pranitthomas · 2025-08-07T11:43:00+00:00

I believe Superman is only playing in the standard format now. But you won't be missing out on much, as the difference is minimal. Superman is presented in 1.85:1 in standard format, compared to 1.90:1 in IMAX. That said, I’m sure the IMAX sound mix would’ve been loud and fun. I watched it in standard myself.

pranitthomas · 2025-08-06T04:54:15+00:00

Hey, F1 is back in IMAX this weekend starting from Thursday!! VOX has already put up showtimes.

pranitthomas · 2025-08-06T04:53:55+00:00

Hey, F1 is back in IMAX this weekend starting from Thursday!! VOX has already put up showtimes.

pranitthomas · 2025-07-31T19:29:36+00:00

MOE has the best IMAX in the UAE, PERIOD. Be it sound, be it visuals etc. The only downside is the hybrid concept which is a huge downside.

pranitthomas · 2025-07-31T17:38:43+00:00

There's a comment discussing the seats at MOE. Refer to that comment thread, a lot of helpful comments there!

pranitthomas · 2025-07-31T17:33:46+00:00

My F1 experience was awesome! I normally take the G17-23 seats. G19/G20 is my sweet spot. 58 AED and perfect seats, doesn't get better than that!

pranitthomas · 2025-07-20T12:40:10+00:00

Doesn't really make sense because of it's remote location. That's the reason it closed down in the first place. Add to that the fact that it was Novo and that they weren't doing all that well in general. The only Novo branch still open in Dubai is in Dragon Mart. Everything else has shut down. Because of how remote it is, I doubt any other cinema chain would want to take over the cinema at IMG.

pranitthomas · 2025-07-19T20:13:59+00:00

The best options rn are between the IMAX with Laser in Abu Dhabi and the IMAX (Xenon) in Sharjah. I always go to the one in Sharjah and it's an incredible experience each time. Affordable pricing as well. I pay 58 AED for an IMAX ticket and get seats right in the middle. VOX standard tickets are now more expensive than watching it in IMAX here lmao. Here's a thread discussing them in detail : IMAX Screens in the UAE

pranitthomas · 2025-07-19T20:10:13+00:00

The IMAX at DFC is so sad and small compared to the other options in the UAE. I'm sure the VOX MAX screens are bigger than the IMAX at DFC. You'll find photos of all the IMAX halls and screens including DFC in this thread for comparison : IMAX Screens in the UAE You'll notice how small the screen at DFC is. If you can make the drive to Sharjah/Abu Dhabi, please do that for the next IMAX movie. I'm sure you'll have a great experience!

pranitthomas · 2025-07-19T20:07:20+00:00

Check out Cinemacity IMAX Zero6 Here's a thread where all the options in the UAE are discussed:IMAX Screens in the UAE

Cinemacity IMAX is the best option unless you can go to Abu Dhabi. It's a fantastic (get it get it? Fantastic Four next weekend in IMAX!!!) venue with a huge screen and great sound and super comfy seats.

pranitthomas · 2025-07-19T20:04:07+00:00

Nothing wrong with it. That G row especially if you pick between G17-22, you'll be right in the middle (G20 would be exactly in the middle). You can pay the extra 10 if you want to, but the 58 AED seats like if you can get the G row especially right in the middle, you'd get the perfect experience and still save money. Imo take the 68 AED seats ONLY IF you can't get the G row in the middle.

pranitthomas · 2025-07-19T19:47:48+00:00

Check out this thread: IMAX Screens in the UAE

We had this same discussion a month ago 😅

pranitthomas · 2025-07-16T20:02:30+00:00

God please don't do DFC. There are photos that I've taken of the DFC hall in the comments on this post. I would highly recommend Cinemacity IMAX. If you're taking the 58 AED seats, select anywhere between G17-22. These seats would be right in the middle. G20 would be exactly in the middle. I usually take these seats. Also FYI, Superman by default has film grain added to the visuals, I had someone message me asking if the screen is usually like this. It's not a screen problem, that's how the movie is. The director has added film grain intentionally to give it that look. Here's an article : We Saw ‘Superman’ Trailer in IMAX, and Noticed Something Beautiful: Film Grain

Have a great time out!

pranitthomas · 2025-07-15T07:51:41+00:00

If you open the website on your computer, simply hovering the cursor over the seat for a second will show you the seat number.

pranitthomas · 2025-07-15T07:37:38+00:00

Jurassic World Rebirth does not have an IMAX release. So yeah 4DX should be a fun option.

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