Reviews of Laemmle's Playhouse 7 (Movie Theater)

Jeff Kronson

Still a great place to watch arthouse, Indy and first-run movies that have left the first run theaters

Patrick Korndorfer

The best theater in town for those low-key yet amazing indie films that always seem to fly under everyone's radar. And them prices ain't bad either!

Thomas Davis

Free parking nearby, great selection of films not widely distributed. Seating is crowded however with small, narrow seats. If you are looking for today's huge reclining "barcoloungers" in large stadium theaters, go somewhere else.

Peter Schuyler

Comfortable small theater complex showing offb and and art films.

Tiona Wierman

Senior matinee cheap every day. Free popcorn on Thursdays. Discount on concessions if you use your Laemmle card.

Denwun Lin

Great selection of rare foreign films. Paid parking lot just behind the building $1/hr.

Victor Bravo

Wow, this theatre was amazing. It's cozy, and the popcorn is cheap! Large for $5.40 At AMC it's $10 for a large on top of an expensive movie ticket. Came to watch Jane with my girlfriend and we loved it here! Will be back soon :)

LUISA FERNANDEZ

great movies

Marcy Miranda

This is my all-time favorite theatre! Only no nonsense movies are found here. If you're looking for independent and foreign movies about real life... this is the theatre to come to! oh & not to mention delicious popcorn & coffee too!!

Fasting Gal

This is a cute, friendly theater where interesting films are shown. The service is always great. I always enjoy the feel of the smaller theaters.

C M

Saw a great movie there. Nice theater

Bernie Franklin

This the only place in town that has good movies. I mean if you don't want all that main stream crap. It's the last movie theater in Pasadena that hasn't sold it's soul for the big movies. I hope this place never goes away. The movies are one of a kind thoughtful and provoking small interesting films. Definitely not for your TV couch surfer looking for the bid stars but someone who thinks for themselves and wants a quality movie.

Burak Şahinoğlu

nice little local movie theater

Jeff Niemiec

One of the chiller movie theaters around. The crowd that goes here seems to be more relaxed than average movie goers at bigger theaters. Never been in a showing where someone was talking. They focus on more independent movies so if the movie you're looking for isn't at a bigger theater it might be here. There is a parking lot located directly behind the theater so parking is easy. Concession stand prices are also a little lower than most movie theaters. MoviePass is accepted here.

Craig Catimon

A great group performed this evening!

Jessica Contreras

Friendly, efficient staff, and great popcorn.

clara woolman

Great Indie film theater. Fantastic selection of movies. Catch it while you can!

Brandi McCorry

Nice, small, quiet , older theatre

Regan Boone

Wonderful movies.wish the seats were more comfy

Dino Koutsolioutsos

Great place for great movies. East free parking.

David Weldon

Great little theater. Older style but clean with lots of charm.

Anna Bolognese

Beautiful theater. Beautiful area. Great for date night!

liza papadopoulos

Love this theater. They don't show the big block busters. They show the well made, great plot, good character development movies

Ron Reyes

Nice old theater in Pasadena and lots of nice stores and restaurants in close by

Bob Wilson

Fantastic movies that you won’t see anywhere else. Love the documentaries

Patricia Maillard

My favorite movie theater. Saw Paris can Wait. Lovely, romantic, just what I needed on this hot day. Came out smiling and there was Jazz being played in the courtyard. That's good living to me

Glynnis Golden Ortiz

Best local movie theater in Southern California and has been for years

Char Meyer

Best little movie theater in Pasadena! Great classics, foreign and indie films!!

Brenda Laster

Great old theater in a nice location. Would give it 5 stars but the sound quality isn't up to par.

Angela Bliss

Laemmle theaters are a great place to see independent films, foreign films and even the blockbusters. Love the throwback Thursday viewings too!

Eloy Medrano

The seats are very old, and not comfortable..Bottom line the theater needs cleaning and upgradede! I'm very disappointed.

rodolfo gutierrez

nice theater, small and cheap. they always play the movies that many theaters don’t play.

Patricia Hasen

Great movies. The seats are a little uncomfortable and the rows are close together so if you are tall you may be a lottle cramped. 5 stars because of the great movies not shown elsewhere.

june williams

Great

Jessica Vitale

I love this theater. It's an arthouse film theater.

Rob Russell

A lovely venue, combining all the glamour of movie houses of the past, with all the modern amenities of today. The snack bar has a wide variety of favorite snacks, and, above all, the popcorn is DELISH!

Karen Cohen

Small ,intimate low key theater. The best Indies and "grown ups" movies. No super hero's here

Elizabeth Banda

Love this old school theater. They always have great movies.

Juan Diaz

Excellent movies all the time, good prices and great location

A. Ton

Saggy seats. Efficient box office staff.

Edward G

Needs updating of facilities although the independent cinema it features is great.

Carolyn Patterson

Excellent film choices, excellent sound system (and not too loud) and a friendly vibe.

M Garcia

Their name has come to be known as quality Indie films. They select outstanding movies to screen, always have. This is a nice theatre. The seats could be more comfortable, well, maybe one day. If you enjoy movies on the large screen and thought provoking cinema, come here.

Daryell Claude Camacho

The Pasadena Conservatory of Music held a free concert of guitars betweem Laemmle's Playhouse and Vroman's Bookstore. The students showed amazing guitar skills and the free concert could not have taken place on a better sunny and war day in Pasadena, CA.

Alex Gallind

This place is good and intimate parking could be a challenge since they are doing a lot of construction around .

S. Cheng

Offers interesting selection of Indie and foreign language films

Yhazz Lopez

Love that they have films that you would not get to see at Edward's or Regal movie theaters.

Chaim G

If you’re ever looking for a place to catch A flick that likely won’t be shown elsewhere look no further than then the iconic LP7.

Khang Nguyen

Old school theater. Best to be early if you want decent seats.

alaplex100

Nice theater in Pasadena. Very good independent films as opposed to higher priced mainstream theaters that run more corporate style Hollywood movies. Better clientele too. No riff Raff.

haywood jablome

I was able to screen Halloween 2018 for a special event. This theater was awesome!!

Dana Kern

One of those happy places for me

Arthur Greenup II

Great eclectic movies

Milton Pabon

The coffee was Excellent. The Atmosphere is just Delightfully Pleasent.

Ricardo Sevilla

Movie Cinema at its classic. Laemmle's last of its kind. Independent movies, ambiance as simple as it gets. Great place for date....seats are another thing, but who's complaining. Support. Next Door you have Vroman's Book store....get a good read after or before movie. Popcorn, Drink, Pretzel, and Red Vines as you hold hands with your date.

Mary C.

Pleasant workers, with a clean and well maintained facility. I'm glad they don't butter the salted pretzels, because a lot of places do, and it's not as tasty as a result. Not too loud, in terms of movie volume, it's just right.

Linda Edith Lipovsky

Comfortable, Affordable, Uniquely Cozy Theater

Helen Jo Godfrey

Saw The Notorious RBG. Great art house.

Maria Hernandez Axtell

Great movie theater, can still see independent movies as well as popular ones without having to drive to a mall. However they ran out of ice cream.

Terry Garcia

Super cool little movie theater to come hang with friends. Good food and deals.

Lillian Nunley

Great theater! Quality movies

Doug in LA

The theater and the movie, Black Klansman, we're wonderful.

Ryan

Great movie watched here. Sorta changed my perception on life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Was also a Japanese cartoon. Whoops

Miriam Quezada

I love it! It had been my favorite movie teather since it opens. I formed small group of friends that come once a week on Wed. We loved your choices of mainly fotreign movies at discounted prices. Thank you!

Christina Robinson

It's a nice theater, but it hasn't been updated. Perk* because it isn't updated, there are fewer people, ie. it isn't crowded. It also has lots of art by local artist on the walls. You walk through a gallery of beautiful art on the way to watch your movie.

Yifan Pan

Best popcorn in the town, the screen is a bit small but it’s ok. Nice place for couples

Michael Wang

Good theater always with interesting shows. The screens are small and the seats are old, but if you don't want to just watch super hero blockbusters, this is a great gem in Pasadena.

reuven Hayun

Pros: Quality independent feature films, Relaxing atmosphere, Clean, Well maintained, Friendly and attentive staff. Cons: No free parking, Uncomfortable seats. Bottom line: Great theater.

Bill Flynn

Nice place. Kinda nostalgic.

Jonathan Hoy

Great place for date night. It's refreshing to have small indie theatres like this that help support them.

OhitikahWin Beautiful Bald Eagle

Clean, except parking is a little tricky

Ian Evenstar

Torn. Great selection of films that you wouldn't see anywhere else, but stinky, low-run theater environment. How does a place like this stay in business? Go there to support.

M. Raquel Rivera

I heard this theatre is being sold. I'm so sad about it. This place shows a great selection of independent films. They also have some special viewing events with Q&A.

Zoe Martsolf

I came here to see the premier of Judy, and was extremely impressed with my visit. Their tickets are incredibly affordable for an independent theater and their concessions are very fairly priced. They have cool selections like cold brew coffee and cookies in addition to your traditional popcorn, candy and drinks. I loved coming here and can’t wait to come back again.

Jeriel Minguillan

Everything is dated. EVERYTHING. The chairs are those stadium seats with visible dust. They squeak. There is bare concrete for floors. Bathroom decor is dated. The only redeeming quality is the screen and audio is adequate.

David Gayton

like the rest of the Laemmle theaters in LA, great film selections. Only downside is that the seats are not that comfortable--especially during longer movies.

Patrick K

This is our local, walking distance, movie theater. They have a very interesting collection of films you're not likely to see in the chain theaters. There is a discounted price for seniors during the daytime. One negative though, is they really need to update the seats. Recommended

John Dobbins

I am extremely grateful this theatre exists. I enjoy the high quality independent and foreign films only offered at theatres like this one. We in Pasadena are lucky to have a Laemmle theater.

Ernesto Jaime

Saw the movie Roma" .... loved it nice cozy theater.

Julio Toruño

My favorite movie house, I mean home.

Fredy Herrera

Awesome Movies, Friendly Staff & Clean.

Jina Dishman

I enjoy supporting this theater, and it's in a pretty central location. They show a lot of movies other theaters don't, which I like. If you every want to see that random documentary, they're sure to be playing it. No stadium seating at least in the theaters I've been in. Parking can be tough, but street parking always seems to work out.

Maciek K.

Love the Laemmle Theaters. They are a refuge from the CGI blockbuster mainstream movies. You can travel the world without leaving So Cal when watching the phenomenal variety of foreign films. Thank you Laemmle.

Efren Huitron

Good independent movies

Gloria Diaz

Everthing was great. Staff were courteous. The environment of theatre was clean and comfortable.

Javier Cenizo

Always great to come back to this great theater and enjoy some fresh and beautiful films. Totally recommend and worth it.

Nico Martinez

While they do show more mainstream movies occasionally, the heart and soul of the Laemmle chain are independent films. Often times this or another Laemmle location are the only places you can find something showing. This is a great location. In a fun neighborhood to spend time in before your movie or to hang out in to talk about what you have just seen. Compared to other movie chains the prices for tickets and food are reasonable.

Robert Bojorquez

We enjoy watching movies here. Great foreign and indie movies that few theaters are viewing. Parking is challenge - no free parking.

alexander velasquez

Leg room is awful. Other than that it was ok. Plus they were all out of most ice cream products.

Doug Beaulieu

Great movies not found elsewhere.

Brian Horn

REAL MOVIES, you most likely will never see fast and furious XVI here, but you will most likely see something that will make you laugh,cry, and maybe even think a little. Usually never a long wait, everything is always clean and the staff very friendly. Seats are not quite as comfy as big name large theatres...but still not bad,still food enough for a 5 star...I'll be back, you should check it out

Diane Parker

The Laemmle Pasadena plays some films you cannot find at large venues. They have the BEST popcorn around, even providing free flavor powders to shake over it and they provide free ice water as well. The theater capacities are small, but it makes the experience more intimate.

Catherine A. Montgomery

Movie theatre located in heart of Pasadena. Many "artsy" or independent limited release films shown here. There is a rotating exhibit of local artists in the hallways leading to the individual theaters. Clean. Good service. Comfortable seats. Easy to find parking. And when you've finished watching your movie, plenty of food and shopping surrounding it.

Duane Hinkle

Very nice, comfortable theater with an excellent selection of movies.

Alas Ana Silvia

My daughter who loves art! And we contribute to her passion wanted to watch Loving Vincent, the movie excellent! The venue nice except for the seats they are horrible. Very uncomfortable, other than that seeing my daughter enjoying the movie was awesome!.

Gary Daniel

Still an excellent place to catch the latest art house type films. Comfy stadium style seating and good sound system. More intimate that those large multiplex spots.

Eugenia MacFarlane

It was a wonderful movie 55 steps need to see true story

Ellyn Kearney

Laemmle 7 in Pasadena is very clean, comfortable and always makes sure to have enough staff so there is never too long a wait for tickets. Have been to several special events and always have a great time!

Runbo Li

Great film selection. Amazing value with MoviePass. Clean theater. Cool employees.

Michele Sandecki

Comfortable and place to watch a movie. Great popcorn

JOEY LOPRESTI

Always great here...

Chuck

Low cost, but doesn't have all the latest movies and sometimes is full and have to sit up front...

Michael Barnes

Wonderful films. The theater needs remodeling in very obvious ways.

zia Villalobos

Such a great indie theatre. Small art exhibit inside great for killing time before your movie starts

Azula Chlo

Great theater! The staff is friendly and attentive. Their is always something interesting to watch. The popcorn is delicious and they always keep the seasoning stand stocked. I love the old school feel to the theater.

Linda Muir-Ktiri

I can always find a movie with a global influence here. They also have culturally relevant topics in a Documentary format. Occasionally they feature films that are taped live concerts ~ i.e. operas or theatrical stage performances. I have viewed several Sundance film productions here and look forward to a broad selection of movie choices almost every week! Thankful for this movie theater's existence.

Carina Sass

Laemmle's is the place to go for independent and foreign films in the San Gabriel Valley. Parking in Pasadena can be difficult, but there is a lot just one block north for just $1 per hour. Another plus? They are next door to Vroman's Bookstore, so you get a "two-fer," great films and great books!

Manuel Carbajal

Enjoying independent movie

Annie Lawler

A beautiful little theatre constantly playing all the best foreign, indie, and art films out today. The theatres are all small and intimate which adds to the charm. Do note that the seats in the theatres are far from the luxurious lounge chairs that are in most of the movie theatres in the area now; just old, sttandard, fold-up bottom, slightly rickety theatre seats here. That being said, I wouldn't have it any other way. A great, fully engrossing movie experience in a beautiful old theatre.

Kat Rivera

This was originally a 5-star but after an employee named JORDAN made me feel super uncomfortable and kept making me feel bad for something in which NO RULE WAS BROKEN (and he kept trying to make me feel awful!) I WON'T BE COMING BACK HERE ANYMORE. A manager named James had to intervene and apologized for the awful interaction that left me in tears. Other patrons even checked in on me after witnessing tje ordeal.

Amber Iceberg

Nice smaller theater well maintained and nice staff

Joel Vega

Maria Callas. Great movie teather.

Pianos Wholesale Tudor and Co.

This theater has stairs that go down as if you're going into a bunker where the movie theaters are. If you don't get claustrophobic then you'll love lammle's because of their selection of independent cinema. For Quality films that won't be available anywhere else in San Gabriel Valley you can't find a better place than Lee nor the surrounding area which is called the playhouse District and is filled with great restaurants, history, culture, and everything sophisticated City should have.

Mary Ley

Good place to see a movie. Very 1960s style. Plain, but nostalgic and very adequate

Rob Robinson

Ticket prices are always low. Wednesday they have a senior discount night. They run mainstream movies but they also run really good foreign films.

Ernestine Blue

Always enjoy Laemmle's, great prices especially for seniors.

Joseph Sr. Contreras

Our go to place for Art house movies. Clean and simple. An adult crowd who come to see the film not goof around.

Adam Overton

Showing the best short run independent films, plus some bigger films too, in cozy Pasadena. They often show wonderful art & foreign films that only run for one weekend. I love going for the Sat or Sun 11am screenings.

Anna Balasanian

Great selection of indie films, good location with plenty of parking.

Jimmy Sabina

Very avant gard movie selections often with a short run. Excellent staff. Good prices. Clean place. But smallish screens.

Irene Keller

An opportunity to see classic films that are not at other theaters. And the popcorn is good.

Yvonne Finnegan

Excellent theater. Not mainstream. For foreign, independent, art and anime films. In Old Pasadena. Great little theater in a great area. Ticket prices are beyond reasonable, went to see Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, only cost $11 per ticket. They are also one of the few theaters hosting Studio Ghibli Fest. Try the place! Mind u, if you're one of those theater snobs that expect these super new over plush seats and all that unnecessary nonsense- move along son. Go to a hipster place where u belong.

Jimmy Kimmel

Though i was ecstatic that Laemmle had opened a unit in Glendale it has not proven to be what i had hoped. Early weekend showings have been cancelled and whoever is programming the films in Glendale seems to be intent on driving Glendalians away rather than to its new theater. So i have cleaved onto the Pasadena unit as i have done for the last number of years. Today i saw a South American film in very familiar surroundings and i felt at home and at ease. Laemmle Pasadena is and has always been all about showing the best available of whatever Independent films are out there. The employees are personable and helpful and the Popcorn is the best in town. Prices are ridiculously low on the weekends early shows (8 bucks!) as well as the stuff in the concession stand. Sound and film projection is always top notch. Parking on Sundays in Pasadena is free on the street and there is a lot a block away for a buck an hour. Maybe Glendale will get it together but i have a sneaky feeling that the normal Laemmle spirit has deflated and moves elsewhere. Sad.

Raquel Rodriguez

We love going to the theater, ir has a variety of movies, close to shopping and they treat the 50+ great.

Andrew Oneil

Best theater around. They always have a unique blend of independent films along with the main stream. A true Pasadena landmark.

Brian Dillard

The last time I was there to see a film, the seating wasn't very good, and I think the air conditioner was broken. So why would I give it five stars? Because this is the kind of movie theater that makes it easy to ignore those things. This theater is definitely a throwback to the past. It's in a great location, they have lots of great films, and the prices are reasonable.

Randy Reyes

Great little movie theater in Pasadena. It's even better that they accept Moviepass. It's a great place to catch an independent movie.

Marisa Castillo

Great place, nice, clean and comfortable!

H L

Great movie selection

Michael

Great movies, friendly staff, comfy environment

Richard Atwater

Awesome movie theatre

Dillon Minasian

really modern and clean. snacks aren't too expensive either.

Rick Freeman

I love laemmle's

Mr. V

There's no parking other than street parking or lot parking down the street. Theater is clean. Staff is pleasant. Atmosphere is movie theater-ish. No complaints. I went to see a matinee, so my daytime experience was good.

Brandy Alexander

Small intimate theater, very reasonably priced for the area.

Shirley C

Everyone was nice. I found the seats to be very uncomfortable seem to want to close all the time.

Vicki Huddleston

A great place to see a movie. Small theaters with comfortable seats. Shows the highest quality films and foreign & classic ones. A company that is morally conscious and displays it in their theaters.

Kurt Berg

Great theater for foreign and independent films. Never very crowded, weekday discounts.

Denise Pontaza

I️ had paid for tickets online and the people at the ticket booth were really nice when I️ asked for printed tickets. The theater is so tiny but it’s super cool. Wouldn’t mind returning.

Charles R

One of the best selections for art & independent films.

Betty Greene

I love the independent film culture. This is the place to see those efforts in the best theater environment for them. Decent prices and good space, nice people working in BO and counters.

Dhaval Pandya

Cheap movie tickets with no frills theater.

Elizabeth Sesztak

I love the Laemmle. The selection of movies, the building, the art exhibits on the walls and location all make this a sought-after movie house. Thank you for enhancing the movie going experience for all of us who love quality entertainment.

Amy Werner

Small theater playing mostly limited release or foreign films, great place to see animated films. Concessions all tasted fresh, staff was very friendly.

Wayman Lee

What a great little theater for indie films and art shows. The Laemmle's really have an affinity for type of film that isn't destined for billions of revenue, but do deserve an audience who are cinephiles Just went there to attend their Laemmle Live event that hosts live music. Again I can't say enough how the Laemmle's help out the arts, whether it's film or now music. Thank you

alfred contreras

I like going to this theater they always have some interesting movies.

Gail Watanabe

I really like this theater but parking can be tricky. I saw the worst animated film ever done in China listed as a comedy not even close! The staff are always polite and helpful.

Laura Hayes

Friendly and efficient staff. Old time movie going feel. Clean theatre!