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TCL Chinese Theatre

Movie Theater and Historic and Protected Site

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TCL Chinese Theatre

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Ranked #7 for tours in Los Angeles
Has a stamp of approval from Travel + Leisure and LA Weekly
"premiere of Cecil B. DeMille’s King of Kings.Marvel"(21 Tips)
"their handprints with hands favorite celebrity"(7 Tips)
"... and George Clooney's footprints, but you can choose your own faves!"(6 Tips)
"great Imax screen in s classic old theater."(8 Tips)

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Carla JeanNovember 1, 2011
I Saw The Last Samurai Playing Here!! It's An AMAZING Theatre For Opening Night Movies!! The Changing Movie Prop Displays & Hand & Foot Prints Are SO NEAT To See!!
Hisham ♍️September 16, 2023
A must see for anyone visiting Los Angeles.
MJanuary 9, 2016
amazing theatre, you can feel it. I recommend to watch movies there.
Jonathan MoraAugust 19, 2015
Any action movie playing in this theater would be amazing. Second largest imax screen.
EdzelFebruary 12, 2015
The Chinese Theatre through the years stands the test of time especially now it is in IMAX format
JaceJune 9, 2011
This place is awesome!!! Don't confuse this place for the famous Grauman's Chinese Theater. Two very different theater. Both amazing in its own right.
Emre AktunaSeptember 12, 2018
Iconic building of Hollywood boulevard.Must see .If you have change visit in the time of premieres
John KiddeJune 9, 2015
3rd floor of the Hollywood & Highland center. Nice projection system, comfy seats, friendly staff.
Larry WilsonMarch 8
Been here 5+ times
“Dune Pt II,” on the largest IMAX screen in the US, and one of the few 15/70 film IMAX screens left…
Melody SazegarJuly 7, 2013
Inside Jokes (new comedy club) is bitchin'. Comfy, spacious seats with red velvet curtains lining the walls and HD sound.
That MarikaApril 18, 2012
This was a great experience all around. It looked very much like it's name. The theater is nice inside too.
MTVNovember 3, 2010
MTV News: We were here for the 'Due Date' premiere and we enjoyed checking out Michael Jackson and George Clooney's footprints, but you can choose your own faves!
Travis SavoNovember 16, 2014
The ceiling is incredible in the IMAX theater.
OnStarApril 19, 2011
There are almost 200 celebrity handprints, footprints or signatures on the concrete in front of the theater. Among these are the foot (hoof?) prints of two famous Hollywood horses.
AlexisJune 5, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The Marilyn Monroe Film Festival is great! Watch a week's worth of Marilyn classics on in the historic Chinese Theatre.
Cesar TrejoDecember 29, 2016
Went for the star wars rogue one showing, it truly is a different experience
Lori Rainey DowningJune 24, 2013
Outside is under construction-but it was neat to be able to see the footprints-all of the Star Trek team is there!
Louis VelazquezApril 19, 2011
I just love coming to this place, you can always find a superhero or two, a storm trooper and even Elmo roaming around the front, you gotta love Hollywood!!!
Biz TraveldudeDecember 15, 2017
Good movies here
Bo LiebmanJuly 28, 2017
Been here 10+ times
great Imax screen in s classic old theater.
Jaime LykinsAugust 25, 2013
Wait for it to come on Groupon. $25 for 2 tickets, 2 large Sodas and a large popcorn. Great deal!
Julien G.October 10, 2013
Did you know TCL was originally the abbr of The China Lion?
Chad HembreeAugust 7, 2018
Very iconic! A must see in Hollywood.
Kian LaviMarch 9, 2016
The theatres are huge, and the walkway with all the celebrities is a riot
Kimberly EatonApril 27, 2013
04/27/13 Jane Fonda got to cast her handprints in the sidewalk in front of Grauman's this morning, right next to her father's! Amazing day!
Wen ZhengDecember 3, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Amazing place... I like here very much💚💛💜💙❤️😘✌️
Rosy CAugust 7, 2018
Ya beautiful but the seats are very uncomfortable!
Travel + LeisureSeptember 21, 2012
An L.A. classic: watch a film in style at Grauman’s, in Chinatown.
Anthony WilliamsFebruary 6, 2014
The tapas spot is on point. Great pricing and Great food!
Kristina CarlFebruary 25, 2014
Buy your Hollywood souvenirs here. That $5 sale the guys are screaming about? IT NEVER ENDS. Don't rush, you got time.
Efrosini-Maria FergadisNovember 6, 2015
Amazing place and cool building in Hollywood with famous people.
Geoff PikeJanuary 27, 2013
Get in early. The place is fantastic, and well worth exploring before the film starts
Alexander GolbergJanuary 28, 2016
Book the tickets online early to select best seats.
Ricardo LucianoJanuary 27, 2016
Don't forget to step by and see who has their footprints on the floor!
Lina A.April 24, 2015
What can i say? A must see! Great theater!
Miles MakerJune 1, 2013
Great venue in a choice part of town. Attended the Dances With Films Film Festival. Fun!
Alice FullerMay 12, 2010
If you're at a movie premiere with free popcorn always chose from the top row! Popcorn on the bottom row has been out the longest so it's not the freshest! Read more
eHowSeptember 13, 2010
This mega movie theater is intricately designed with gorgeous Chinese decor. Go out and see the movie you've been waiting for or stand on the sidelines of a red carpet premiere. Read more
Ryan PatrickOctober 16, 2015
Been here 10+ times
It has an IMAX screen but when you sit in the second section, the screen feels a little small.
Blake MeierAugust 8, 2014
Order your tickets in advance. The screen is the biggest I have ever seen!
Turner Classic MoviesApril 11, 2012
Sid Grauman's mother is the only person not associated with the movie industry to have a signature and handprint in front of the theater.
Jon NelsonNovember 7, 2021
The history from Joan Crawford to John Wayne to Quinten Terratino.
AlexisJune 5, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful theatre, brings you back in time to the era of the silver screen.
Wayner BechelliDecember 10, 2014
Have a nice day in Hollywood! Take a look around, a movie star can be with you!
Sarah CorriceOctober 18, 2013
Park at Hollywood and highland off of orange and get $ off parking with validation
VictoriaMarch 25, 2016
I love how they fixed the theater. So much nicer and bigger!
Oscar González GrecoSeptember 25, 2013
Go late in the night if you want to avoid crowds
Rae CuencaApril 16, 2011
Marilyn Monroe's cement hand & foot prints are to the left by the fountain if youre lookin straight on to the entrance of the theatre
Ben TaylorAugust 6, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Use the self serve kiosk near the IMAX entrance to buy tickets. Shorter line.
Ahmed ShataMarch 23, 2018
A must visit in LA

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