Reviews of Princess Theatre (Plaza Entertainment) (Movie Theater)

Lauren Styles

A beautiful classic Art House theatre in historic Old Strathcona. Princess I, the upstairs theatre, is multi leveled while Princess II, the downstairs theatre, is small and intimate. The best place in Edmonton to watch an indie film.

Yiqiao Kong

This is a beautiful theatre with a lovely retro feel. Ticket prices are reasonable. Cons: since it's quite an old theatre, my seat was broken unfortunately. When I was about 3/4 the way through Jackie (the movie) the reel or something broke (another downside of an older theatre).

Melvyn Joseph

Pretty old theatre, good service, good foods. Edit: the first two pictures were taken still, some reason its blurry.

Colby

Really cute theatre! Always showing some unique movies and a great spot for a date night! The building is in need of some renovations but it is a neat spot nonetheless! I highly recommend visiting!

Raju Kotla

Is there in most happening place but somehow I don't see like it because of the ticket price and feel is not a family place because of its ambience

Kousik Ramachandran

Decent Ambiance..

Kevin Kiejko

Saw some crazy movies here. Some great memories too.

Nick Gardner

Great theatre, always has something interesting playing.

Ludwig Paul Cabling (Paul)

The coziest theatre!

Nolan Chamczuk

Vary sad... Closed indefinitely Another casualty of covid

Nathan Li

What a great movie theatre! Very cozy, comfortable seats and great views.

Matthew Wilson

Cozy and cute little theatre that has a real community vibe and plays great movies

shashi kumar

Located on a major Avenue, the oldest cinema in the city is truly an art house cinema. It'll give you a retro feel. The acoustic is good. The price of the tickets are affordable. For the first time in my life, I saw a space called 'infant crying room.'

Sarah J. Aube

Something about this place needs to change maybe it's the sound? Holding on to the past doesn't mean we can't update the speakers...

ERIC MAHER

cozy theater, cheap admission, good movies

Arianne Smith-Piquette

Popcorn is great, beautiful main theatre with a balcony. The lower location is also great, it seems small but the sound and screen are perfect for that space. Always a great selection of interesting movies. Highly recommend!

Alana Ward

Cute old theatre with good movie prices.

Jessica “Jay” M. Tookey

Amazing experience with the staff. Well kept and clean.

Ashley Foster

This place is such a gem, so nice to step away from the mainstream movie theatres and get the feel of a old time theatre. I find they tend to play movies that aren't your usually Holywood hit and instead have nice indie movies that I never would have thought I would liked so much. I hope the Princess theatre never looses it's charm as I will be back plenty of times

Meglore Manglore

This theatre is a gem, a beautiful historic building. Shows cool movies, a bit of mainstream and a lot of indie movies. The theatres need some work, as they are getting old. The seats are uncomfortable and dingy, but the popcorn is hot and the staff is friendly.

Sean McCaughan

Fabulously heritage theater

Mickey Sattler

The Princess Theatre, on Whyte, is in a nice location. We sat in the upper balcony; okay movie screen, clear and reasonably bright for an old venue. My personal downer was with the slacker staff and the strange games with popcorn refills they play - despite encouraging comments it turns out only the large gets a refill, and in a combo purchase the medium gets a refill too. Manager was indifferent, at best, when discussing popcorn follies. Too many nearby options to suffer mediocrity. Ok?

Craig H

This is a historic building, with small theaters. Keep that in mind when u visit. It's a step back in time, and if you do some research there are tales of ghost stories associated with the building, (example, the jilted bride who hung herself on the 3rd floor) no surprise, the building is over a century old! Good fun, enjoy your movie experience, great way to spend a afternoon.

Shannon Jones

Lovely old theatre, some issues with the sound system

Karen Rumohr

Easily one of the most pleasant ticket and snack purchasing experiences I've had in a long time. Saw a movie downstairs and the seats we chose were uncomfortable. We moved but...also uncomfortable. Five stars with a comfy seat!

Rita Neyer, PhD

A gem on the map of old Edmonton, the princess theatre features two more or less originally maintained auditoria, a finely curated selection of art house and indie movies pepped with the occasional classic, and what some call the best popcorn you can get for money in this town (they use real butter, I hear). The upstairs auditorium even has an upstairs - totally worth it. Most films are not up for long, so go ahead and catch that late night screening or early afternoon matinee.

M SS

This place is beautiful and lovely and a staple of Whyte Ave. But don't go see movies there. The screen is too small, the speakers don't work. We went and saw TENET and walked out because it was INSANELY LOUD and muffled. They were kind enough to give us a refund but the guy at the front desk said he couldn't turn it down. I'm all for supporting local but when local doesn't work, just go to Cineplex. Yes it's a faceless corporation but at least you'll get to actually watch the movie.

Brian Harper

THE Fantastic local Whyte Ave cinima! Very reasonable COVID protocols in place even include fresh popcorn & drinks along with a really great show that wasn't available at the big box movie houses. Great Evening & We'll Be Back.

Nonresistant Really (N.C.R.)

Interesting.

Travis Schwantje

I hope places like this never go away. So much more fun than the big theatres. Better popcorn too!

Mongoose Army Gaming

Weird vibes, too warm in theatre made me fall asleep

Daniel Anderson

Very historical location

Dylan

Cool retro theatre. Cheap tickets and tasty popcorn.

Prasann Patel

Great local theater

Boj Gempesaw

Cool place with nice staff who are kind enough to answer any inquiries. Theatre itself [Princess II] was okay, but I kinda hoped the audio for the film was better. Overall, had a pleasant experience with this theatre.

Nadine Chalifoux

Nice to see it open up. Awesome prices.

Jacob Bos

It's legit. Perfect little local theater.

Victoria Laidlaw

Fun place for movies

Alex Garcia

Pretty cool place to go on a date

Jim Stevenson

I just love the downstairs theatre -- so intimate.

Dan Schultz

Love the feeling of the theatre, popcorn is fresh.

shelley stachniak

Romantic venue, great ambiance, best popcorn ever! Real butter!

md rony

Perfect place to individual program

Dan Brandenburg

Full theatre and no issues . They have real butter

Cameron George

Best movie theatre in Edmonton

Hilary Hex

Super beautiful theatre that is probably haunted. Awesome staff. Comfy seats.

Tony Craigen

Wonderful small local historical theatre, even better when the debit machine is working

John B

Great Monday $6 movies

Glenn MacDonald

I basked in the hipster glory, in a good way. Cool retro theater with a good movie.

Carmen Schulte

extremely uncomfortable seats, small screen. Charming, good location.

Dorothy Hamilton

Beautiful old theatre that offers lots of more unique or smaller films! The balcony is really neat, and it’s great that they’ve managed to keep a lot of the beautiful interior. They also have a small theatre below that shows different movies and despite it being tiny it’s quite comfortable. Great location and always lots of fun!

Veronica Krylova

down with big theater. We need more of those ^_^

sai kumar chakka

Not worth for the money we pay.

Jason Chouinard

Character and charm can't be beat in Edmonton and exemplifies Whyte Avenue. Seats are comfortable and the price of popcorn is only semi - rapacious! Jk

Joel Toews

Local historical theatre, still running, still awesome

Chris Corrigan

Ornate old theatre, playing international art house cinema offerings for a nominal fee.

Joshua Sillito

Princess I is beautiful and vintage. Princess II is smaller and a throwback to what theaters were like before the mega screens started to take over (a little rough around the edges, but lots of character)

Husam Alimami

We had to wait outside in -25 degree weather...very small entrance, no numbered seats which caused chaos

Connor Cooley

Great films

Matthew Davis

Cool retro theatre. Get their early if you want decent seats

Noah L

Independent cinema.

Andy Kuiper

I've seen so many great movies here - love the service, and and the popcorn is always good too :-)

Kevin Guo

Old school theatre showing many great indie films. Seats weren't cineplex level comfort but the building, screen and sound were all good enough for the viewing experience.

Catherine Voisin

Always love the films that they are showing!

Kevin Guo

Old school theatre showing many great indie films. Seats weren't cineplex level comfort but the building, screen and sound were all good enough for the viewing experience.

Beth Beardsley

Great movies in an intimate venue! Staff are kind and helpful. You'll need cash for the concessions downstairs tho!

Villner 1

Looks like one of the oldest screens in Edmonton. There is no proper hygiene nor maintenance. The screen is pretty small and as you can see , there are no air conditioners other than those fans. Ticket prices are too high . For example Mahesh Babu's Sarileru neekevvaru was priced at $26 per ticket. Definitely not a worthy place to watch a film.

Lourdes Zalcik

I love this theatre and the staff. They are great, and the movies are awesome if you like art and not just commercial movies.

Rob Kaiser

What do I love about Princess Theatre the most? Is it the classic movie theatre ambiance from a bygone time? Is it the Romanesque fresco and mouldings in the main theatre? Is the living room feel of the lower theatre? Is it the great admission process?

Mel Leason

Reminded me of the old theaters where I grew up! Only negative thing was needing cash for popcorn, drinks or treats downstairs

Abraham Hatch (Abe the Babe)

Really nice vintage movie theater. lot of character

O. R.

did not enjoy at all....there are many small lights stay on during the show....more you go up in balcony for seating...more you bothered by lights as it get closer and brighter...it effected the picture quality a lot :-(

Antoine McMahon

I brought my laptop and watched the lion king, just wish there wasnt so much background n oise

David Boesch

The movie Youth was very good especially the character development.

Jeremy Reimer

Great vintage theater with balcony. Great indie film selections.

William McMillan

You have to love vintage theatres to love this place. I do.

Ravi Kant Sharma

A sheer nostalgic place for old movie buffs. If you were young in “ Ten Commandment” era, you will not only like the theater, but also value its own aesthetics, antique and heritage value. Sure you will also love “this type”to be here for eternity. I have seen couple of movies, last one being “BAHUBALI” and enjoyed a lot. And rightly as some other reviewer tells, I would have enjoyed more if I were young and had a girlfriend too????????

David Armstrong

Very nice small heritage theater in the heart of Old Strathcona. The sound is not perfect but overall it's a great movie venue.

Darren C

An old school theater, seats are reasonably comfy, leg room not bad. Pricing is reasonable.

Carolyn McAdams

I love the basement theatre. It is so quaint and peaceful.

Jarrod MacKay

Great cinema with character.

Hector L. Campos

New to Edmonton and looking for an affordable arthouse cinema? This is it (+ the Garneau Theatre as well of course). Indeed; quality films here. An eclectic offering in an historical venue that has hosted special gatherings, concerts, festivals and rallies. We just saw Harriet a few days ago – great story. The theatre has excellent sound, sharp screen, comfy seats, the staff is friendly and the pop-corn delicious! Take your next movie at the Princess – make it a unique outing with that special person in your life | LCA

Sarah Wiens

Awesome old theatre with great ambiance!

Wati Rahmat

Love this place. It's a gem in Edmonton. It's quaint, from an era much forgotten. Love that it has a special room for mum's with babies!

Shilpa Mandava

Can be better for the price paid to watch movies

Shreela C

Great independent movies and excellent audience for a perfect movie going experience

Rebecca M

Retro theatre with great popcorn!

T R

Glad to see they are still going strong. Use to be a favorite back in Uni days. Best cinema in Alberta

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Jock McBile

Nice little theatre, friendly staff. I've only been upstairs once, all my movies seem to always be in Princess II. Their CheapTicket day are on Mondays. Some people might chafe at the food selection. However, I really like it, it's classic movie theatre chow. They take debit and have Tap. It was slightly jarring during my first visit, with the seat height and where the screen is(both theatres). But it passes in minutes.

mizzo TheGreat

Great movies

Jon Symons

Love the Princess. So fantastic to have a theatre within walking distance of my home and they show movies that I can't see anywhere else. Really appreciate this place, Old Strathcona wouldn't be the same without it.

Beckett ewanishin

Great location

Vikram Ji

Good

Removery Tattoo Removal -formerly Second Skin

Great place to see independent films. I'm grateful places like this still exist.

Adam Lakusta

Nostalgia overload. I absolutely loved going to this theatre. It's not the best screen, but they have a lot of the indie films that don't come to the mainstream cinemas. The popcorn is also much better than from the big theaters.

Ryan Johnson

We recently watched a movie in the Princess II theatre, and it was alright. The prices were reasonable, the picture quality was ok. Sound quality was fine. Seat comfort was lacking. The theatre definitely gets points for fitting in on Whyte Ave. I would go again, but my wife would not.

Chelsea Brittain

Went to see 3 billboards outside ebbing, Missouri last night. Excellent film and ambiance

Sabinus Dcunha

Very old and rustic .bit it needs some immediate maintenance and renovation

Robyn O'Brien

Love this place.

Amber Peters

Cute theatre, usually not very busy, and prices are reasonable. Great place to have in the Garneau area! Of course more showings would be great, but I can understand they may not be able to afford to have more in this area.

H- Y-L

A classic, historic, Repertory and independent film venue.

Tyler Moskowite

I went and saw Lyon with my girlfriend's parents and the audio and seats were great. I would like to go back to see another film.

Rebecca Isbister

Love the films this theatre presents -it is such a gem. I wish the website would be updated more consistently for upcoming films.

Karin Nelson

I LOVE this theatre. I just wish they would make their popcorn topping vegan friendly!

Barb And

Great old theatre to enjoy movies in. So glad there are a couple relics of the old days around!

Jesse Warkentin

Excellent atmosphere with great films at a good price.

news bloopers

Great neighborhood theatre. Very reasonable COVID protocols. We'll be back!

Kristin Ashmore

Man I struggle with this review, cuz I do love this place. However, the last time I went to the Princess 2 (the downstairs theatre) they had this one gal working on her own taking money for tickets and serving the snacks!! I felt so bad for the gal and by the time we got our snacks the movie was starting and there was still a hecka line behind us. This created quite the large amount of late arrivals and butt shifting, which is never optimal. My other beef was that I chose this snack deal that was like a medium pop, candy and popcorn. I get the popcorn and theyre out of butter I'm like ok no prob, then for the candy she brings out this tub and says you can pick any candy from in there and there's only Snickers and Coffee Crisps... Both of which I'd say are the worst chocolate bars for movie consumption. The pros are that the theatre is lovely and iconic! Even with all the hub bub I was happy to be there. I just wish the staff weren't forced to man two sections because it makes for a not fun time for them and us.

Joe Joe

Great atmosphere. This is an old school theatre so be prepared. Awesome service and very cool inside.

Shae Rothery

Sweet little spot for indie films.

Kaelin Koufogiannakis

Cute local theatre with the best movie popcorn in the city. They have appropriate COVID measures in place like rows closed, limited capacity, and sanitizer available. Support this local business!

Devlin “Left Syndrome” Hilliard

This place is a vibe an a half.

Riley Tyler

Love the old movie theatre feeling. Great Popcorn

Sacheen Naik

Bit old but good place to watch movies

Murray K

What a majestic place

Trevor Lafreniere

Awesome historic theatre.

Suzanne Doucet

Always good at the princess but sure rickety and uneven floors!

David Cuyler

Visited the Downstairs Princess theatre twice recently, and it was much too hot both times. Being downstairs in an 1915 era building, it should cool naturally but the DLP projection equipment may be producing a lot of heat (ventilation required!) My otherwise nimble date fell on a broken chair while passing to the other side (sorry about spilled popcorn). Is no one managing cinema, or doing maintenance anymore?

Kenton Boutillier

Always a charming theatre. We were able to book some space for a private function and all the staff was very helpful and quite accommodating. Followed pandemic and theatre guidelines faithfully and it was a great time.

Nikolas Vander Kooy (VanderNik)

Really rude employees, incorrect showtimes online. Not great.

Michael Stewart

Beautiful theatre! Monday night is cheap night and students always get a discount.

Tonya Layden

Very clean, first time there. The seats are comfortable. Staff are exciting. Just a all around nice place

Mike Guthrie-Plouffe

Best place in town to catch a flick.

Ravena Zorven

One of them things oldest theaters it's well-maintained and shows very unique films

Manish Shah

Hard to find parking space

Audrey Durand

I loved watching a movie from the balconies!

Matt Jenkins

nice place! It's like walking back through history seeing shows there and they have a lot of shows that don't show in the Big chain theater which is really enjoyable. Popcorn is great too.

Hugo Leung

Great arthouse movies. Seats aren't comfortable anymore.

Stephanie French

Smells a lil funky/old but other than that it's adorable. Would definately go again

Izzy Bergquist

This is my favourite place to see a movie in the city. Although they are sometimes understaffed, this theatre offers such a charming and classic movie viewing experience. I highly recommend it.

Md Mayes

Character theater

Raymond Michaud

Wonderful theater, well kept to maintain its iconic look.

Julia Nelson

Great movies that we don't get the opportunity to see other than festivals.

Frank Zhu

A beautiful treasure on whyte, I hope this place is here for another hundred years, it's absolutely special and us edmontonians should treasure it

Benjamin Sugars

A step back in time with respect to seating, sound, screens, but all that is quickly forgotten thanks to the diverse range of independent, foreign, or otherwise hard-to-find high-quality films. Great popcorn too.

Ryan Power

Rustic, Old Fashioned and incredibly charming. Staff were courteous and friendly. Prices are also cheaper than Cineplex or Landmark.

LGBT CANADA

Horrible Business practices. Tonight we bought and paid for tickets to a book release tonight and without any warning or cancellation notice, we were soon over 100 people standing in the cold only to find out that the owner cancelled the event without any prior notice. I wouldn't give this place a penny

Albert Banting

Never been there till last weekend. What a grand old theatre. Sat up in the balcony and because of its slope, i can't see how there's a bad seat up there unless you have a 9 foot giant in front of you.

Adam Fizer

Great historic building that always shows genuinely good movies.

Becky Lynch

Has kept the feel of the old theatre. Great popcorn

Naga Singh

very old .. reminds me of late 90's theater..

Meg B

Thanks for continuously playing films worth watching, Princess.

Byron Grande

Such a quaint venue! Beautiful theater with great movie selections!

Bobby Toor

Cheap night is on Monday's!

John K

Great small historical theater. Playing great films.

DS Mann

nice independent theatre with your atypical movies. No block busters here, but you'll find good indie films that are good value for money. A quaint snack bar, old style clunky theatre seats that hurt your shin if you bank into them. Matinee prices. Check the listings beefier committing, different movies run at different times daily on the one screen.

Heather McDonald

Started timely, good prices

Joel Baker

A unique movie experience, one of Edmonton's old timey treasures. All this and excellent popcorn to boot!

Anne Marie Martz Owen

Great movie and wonderful venue.

Heather

Great price for a movie and popcorn!

Kimberly Lockert

LOVE this place since the 1980's!! Still LOVE this place & so very happy YOU are open!!

Arlette W.

Very fun retro theatre showing interesting films. We enjoyed and appreciated our evening and the lovely value monetarily.

Lee Marsden

Character, comfy seats, leg room, reasonably priced

gesa weisner

A piece of heritage on Whyte Ave. - cinema at it's best a place one has to visit - loved it

samjhana joshi

Seat was not very comfortable. Sound was loud. No parking makes it harder to go there

samjhana joshi

Seat was not very comfortable. Sound was loud. No parking makes it harder to go there

Thomas Bourbonnais

Awesome spot! Old school movie experience. Tip the students working there!????????

David

Not always the biggest blockbusters but a great venue for a date night and staff are always happy and helpful. Very reasonably priced too.

Graeme Maxner

This place is awesome. Nostalgic, reasonably priced, and great movies. Staff are also friendly!

dr9106

Love the rustic, old fashion feel mixed with a technologically advanced theatre system. Very elegant and simple, perfect spot for a movie night/date.

Damian Noctem

Beautiful piece of movie history. And the perfect place to bring your girl for a movie night. But please, dont bring sandwiches into the theater with you. I had to sit next to a couple who smuggled some inside their bags.

Nolan Carter

Always a nice spot to see a movie. A nice change from larger theatres.

Greg

Wonderful charm

Raja Panwar

We always enjoy the feeling of comfort when we go to the Princess. It brings back memories as a child and going to the movies!

Anon Yammouri

Great theatre, especially for independent films. Really disappointed they were ever considering the Rebel Media book launch, even though it’s been cancelled. Only reason for not 5 stars. Ezra Levant is a scoundrel.

Joh Bras

Good

Hrant Setrakian

Cozy nostalgic and historical theatre with the best popcorn!

Maple Country Choi

I love to go to see a movie in a old movie theatre. It was quiet and the chairs are comfy.

kris cote

Saw a live show as part of the Fringe Festival, but the theatre struck me for the atmosphere--and the fact you can order beer. I'll just make sure I sit further back next time I'm here.

Danielle Wood

Wow, how have I lived in this city for over ten years and never visited the Princess Theatre?! It's an older theatre with a classic feel to it. A small group of us visited and really enjoyed the atmosphere and venue. The movie selection was good and the concession was reasonably priced. I will definitely visit again.

Judith Babcock

the place is nostalgic

Mozelle Garrels

Such a cute little theatre!! So much character! Would go here again!

Ella S

(Translated) Old fashioned cinema with special films, but uncomfortable seats (Original) Ouderwets bioscoop met bijzondere films, maar ongemakkelijke stoelen

Clément Vandenhove

Great experience

Paul Totman

A classic theatre. Old-school, small-town feel.

Marianne Mallory

Fabulous old theatre! Every Edmontonian should see a movie here at least once in their life.

TLS Sutherland

Best popcorn in the city. I love this theater I see most of the movies I go to here. If you've never been your missing out. Go see a movie in the main theater upstairs. It's like stepping back in time. The interior is beautiful.

Sheila Carter

1st time here.. Looks kind of retro from outside but very pleased with sound, picture quality, very comfy seats and plenty leg room. For an older building there was no damp or musty odors. All around good experience. Will certainly attend another movie.

Alison Kulak

As many reviewers have noted the Princess is a historical gem and shows movies that you can't find elsewhere. Unfortunately, in the upstairs theatre my husband and I have found the sound so poor that we catch about 1 word in 5. (no, we're not hearing impaired) Sadly, we have decided not to frequent the Princess for this reason alone.

elaine gorman

Great to see a movie again. Lots of room.and easy to.social distance

Brennan James

One of the few independent local cinemas left. They play non main stream movies and foreign films mostly. Nice to have as a contrast to big box theatres. Worthy of your support.

R G

The final (bldg. up for lease) closure of the Princess is being blamed on Covid-19. We quit going months BEFORE the pandemic because the place smelled musty and the seats were old and uncomfortable. There is only so much "character" that one is willing to pay for.

Cameron St John

I really like that they are trying to use this heritage space, but the screen is just too small and the sound system needs help. Hope they can find the money.

M.J. Hansford

SO EXCELLENT HERITAGE MOVIE EXPERIENCES

Dan Fournier

Super retro theater..

r t

A great part of the Whyte Avenue corridor. I honestly appreciate their existence and the ability to see non-mainstream films. This place is awesome and would recommend it to anyone looking to take in a movie you won't ever see at the Cineplex.

Bill James

Ambience

Jennifer Morrison

Amazing historic theatre. One of a kind. Good prices and staff.

thimblemunch Studio

Terrible business, they deserve to get sued and shut down.

Del Gray

Plays all the trendy left wing stuff that is so good. My only complaint is no beer or wine

Douglas Newbury

Cool