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Movie Screenings & Film Events in Los Angeles, California
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Screenings in Los Angeles, CA(204)
High Class Private Screening
May 19, 2026 · Soho House West Hollywood
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Passenger
May 19, 2026 · Landmark Sunset Theatre
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Live Read New York: Heathers
May 19, 2026 · DGA New York Theater
Le Déménagement" / L'homme À La Valise
May 19, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Blood Incantation: All Gates Open: In Search of Absolute Elsewhere
May 20, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBS
By Design
May 20, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBS
Euphoria / Dirty Harry
May 20, 2026 · Aero Theatre
FREETomorrow
La Muse: Coroner to the Stars
May 20, 2026 · Film Independent Theater
FREETomorrow
The Mouth Agape
May 20, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Tomorrow
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
May 21, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
EARLYTomorrow
Under the Sun of Satan
May 21, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
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3rd Thursdays
May 21, 2026 · Film Independent HQ
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Saccharine
May 22, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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I Love Boosters
May 22, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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Blue Heron3 screenings
May 22, 2026 · Los Angeles
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Flowing
May 22, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
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D23 X Street Food Cinema Present: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest 20th Anniversary Screening
May 22, 2026 · The Autry Museum of the American West, Griffith Park
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Terminator 2: Judgment Day in 70mm
May 22, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
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Situations2 screenings
May 22, 2026 · Los Angeles
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An American in Paris / Cover Girl
May 22, 2026 · Aero Theatre
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A Couch in New York
May 22, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
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Adaptation.
May 23, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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West Side Story in 70mm
May 23, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
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Dr. Strangelove
May 23, 2026 · Aero Theatre
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La La Land
May 23, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
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Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia
May 23, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
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Paris Texas
May 23, 2026 · Aero Theatre
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¡sergei Eisenstein México! Idols Behind Altars
May 23, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
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Carrie
May 24, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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The Master in 70mm
May 24, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
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Greg Vrotsos Presents Pale Flower
May 24, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
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La Strada
May 24, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Two Skull Cinema Club: A Beautiful Place Screening
May 24, 2026 · The Regent Theater
The Love Parade
May 24, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Bob Dylan: Shadow Kingdom / Hearts of Fire
May 24, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Moulin Rouge!
May 24, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Spider-noir
May 25, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
FREECELEBS
Funeral Parade of Roses
May 25, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Pressure
May 25, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
EARLY
Saving Private Ryan
May 25, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Terminator 2: Judgment Day in 35mm
May 25, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Cinematic Void Presents the Killer
May 26, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Crystal Visions Premiere
May 26, 2026 · Downtown Independent Theater
EARLYCELEBS
White of the Eye
May 26, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBS
The Terror: Devil in Silver
May 26, 2026 · Aero Theatre
FREE
Forge
May 26, 2026 · Landmark Sunset
FREE
Le Garçu
May 26, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Grey Gardens
May 27, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Cape Fear
May 27, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
FREE
The Testaments
May 27, 2026 · Aero Theatre
FREE
The Python Hunt
May 28, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Celebrity Caregiver
May 29, 2026 · Lyric Hyperion Theater & Cafe
EARLY
Niagara
May 29, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
FREE
L'enfance Nue
May 29, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Romy and Michele's High School Reunion / the Wedding Singer
May 29, 2026 · Aero Theatre
...and Beautiful
May 29, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Black Girl
May 29, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
May 29, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Retreat of the Heart Movie Premiere Celebration
May 30, 2026 · 251 S Main St
EARLYCELEBS
The Handmaiden
May 30, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBS
Retreat of the Heart
May 30, 2026 · The Kult LA
EARLYCELEBS
Late Chrysanthemums
May 30, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Citizen Kane
May 30, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Clueless
May 30, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Tomorrow We Move
May 30, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Once Upon a Time in America: Director's Cut
May 30, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Speed Racer
May 30, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Terminator 2: Judgment Day 3d
May 30, 2026 · Aero Theatre
The Computer-laser-videos of Raphael Montañez Ortiz
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Si Muero Antes De Despertar (if I Should Die Before I Wake)
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
The Magnificent Matador
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Merrily We Live + Animation
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
The Heart of the Matter
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Lorna Doone
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Adventures of Casanova + Animation
May 30, 2026 · Billy Wilder Theater
FREE
Frances Ha
May 31, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBS
Godzilla vs. Hedorah
May 31, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
The Red Shoes
May 31, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Sátántangó
May 31, 2026 · Aero Theatre
The Beach Marathon
May 31, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Hold Onto Me
May 31, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
The House Bunny
May 31, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
A Night at the Roxbury
May 31, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Mystery Voyage
Jun 1, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Mission: Impossible
Jun 1, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Cinematic Void Presents Dead Presidents
Jun 1, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
The Man Who Wasn't There
Jun 1, 2026 · Aero Theatre
The Piano Teacher
Jun 1, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Programmers' Picks: Burt
Jun 1, 2026 · Film Independent Theater
FREE
Spider
Jun 1, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Sony State of Play
Jun 2, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Ticks
Jun 2, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Samson and Delilah
Jun 2, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
La Cérémonie / Violette Nozière
Jun 2, 2026 · Aero Theatre
The Piano
Jun 2, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Red Carpet Premiere: "the Last Shop on Walnut
Jun 3, 2026 · Harmony Gold
EARLYCELEBS
Death Becomes Her
Jun 3, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Aguirre the Wrath of God
Jun 3, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Cast Aside the Clouds Screening and Qanda
Jun 3, 2026 · Lumiere Cinema
A.i. Artificial Intelligence
Jun 3, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
The New Boy
Jun 3, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Elle
Jun 3, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Jackal of Nahueltoro
Jun 3, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Trainspotting
Jun 4, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Scary Movie
Jun 4, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Criss Cross
Jun 4, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Shame
Jun 4, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Mysterious Skin
Jun 4, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Time of the Wolf
Jun 4, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Sweet Country
Jun 4, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Macario
Jun 4, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
The Serpent's Way
Jun 5, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Come and See
Jun 5, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Misunderstood
Jun 5, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
D23 X Street Food Cinema Present: Muppet Treasure Island 30th Anniversary Screening
Jun 5, 2026 · Los Angeles State Historic Park
Eureka
Jun 5, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Heaven's Gate
Jun 5, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Live Read: Abbott Elementary
Jun 5, 2026 · Lovelace Theater, Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
Eddington
Jun 5, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Palo Y Hueso
Jun 5, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
The Plague Dogs
Jun 6, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Masters of the Universe
Jun 6, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Sisters
Jun 6, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Mother Joan of the Angels on Nitrate
Jun 6, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Beau Is Afraid
Jun 6, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Opening Day Screening of "the Shining Star of Lawrence- Hilton Jacobs
Jun 6, 2026 · Eastwood Performing Arts Center
Buster and Billie
Jun 6, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Midsommar: Director's Cut
Jun 6, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Whisky
Jun 6, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Fear Strikes Out
Jun 6, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Bad Timing
Jun 6, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Heart of Glass
Jun 6, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
The Devil Probably
Jun 6, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
The Hunt
Jun 7, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Tess
Jun 7, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Cave of Forgotten Dreams
Jun 7, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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Threads
Jun 7, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Five Star Final
Jun 7, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat
Jun 7, 2026 · Landmark Sunset
FREENEW
Hereditary
Jun 7, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Boy
Jun 7, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Castration Movie Chapter Iii: Junior Ghosts-premorphic Drift; a Fragmentary Passage
Jun 7, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Incendies
Jun 7, 2026 · Egyptian Theatre
Southland Tales
Jun 7, 2026 · Aero Theatre
Letters From a Dead Man
Jun 7, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Showgirls
Jun 8, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Matilda
Jun 8, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Paddington / Paddington 2 / Paddington in Peru
Jun 8, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Chime + Serpent's Path Double Feature
Jun 9, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBS
Crimes of Passion
Jun 10, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
CELEBSNEW
We Don't Need a Map
Jun 10, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Dressed to Kill
Jun 12, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Boogie Nights
Jun 13, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Street Without End
Jun 13, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Persona
Jun 14, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
But I'm a Cheerleader
Jun 14, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Kpop Demon Hunters
Jun 15, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Leviticus
Jun 15, 2026 · Harmony Gold Preview House
FREE
Cinematic Void Presents Barb Wire
Jun 15, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
The Devil Queen
Jun 17, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Reel to Reel: The Palomino
Jun 17, 2026 · The GRAMMY Museum
The Nostalgia Con With the Cast of Twilight Anaheim
Jun 18, 2026 · Anaheim Convention Center
I Am Not Your Negro
Jun 19, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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Body Double
Jun 20, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
No Blood Relation
Jun 20, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
The Greg Proops Film Club Presents Dark Passage
Jun 20, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
NEW
Aftersun
Jun 21, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Cinematic Void Presents Def by Temptation
Jun 22, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass
Jun 22, 2026 · The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills Screening Room
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Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchio
Jun 26, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Wife
Jun 27, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Cinematic Void Presents Rollercoaster
Jun 29, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Blow Out
Jul 1, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
Cinematic Void Presents Frogs
Jul 3, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Cinematic Void Presents Desperate Living
Jul 6, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
A Wife's Heart
Jul 11, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Cinematic Void Presents Wild Things
Jul 13, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Flow
Jul 17, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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Cinematic Void Presents Picnic at Hanging Rock
Jul 20, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Arco
Jul 24, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Cinematic Void Presents Do the Right Thing
Jul 27, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
2026 Collect-a-con
Jul 31, 2026 · Los Angeles Convention Center
CELEBS
D23 X Street Food Cinema Present: Disney and Pixar's Cars 20th Anniversary Screening
Jul 31, 2026 · The Autry Museum of the American West, Griffith Park
Daughters Wives and a Mother
Aug 1, 2026 · Los Feliz Theatre
Paddington 2
Aug 3, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
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Marcel the Shell With Shoes On
Aug 7, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Where Is the Friend's House?
Aug 21, 2026 · Alamo Drafthouse
NEW
Red Carpet Movie Premiere in Hollywood
Sep 12, 2026 · Harmony Gold
EARLYCELEBS
The Boys Series Finale
May 19, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
EARLYFREE
The Four Seasons Season 2
May 19, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
EARLYFREE
Last One for the Road
May 20, 2026 · Royal
Tonight
The Mandalorian and Grogu Opening Night
May 20, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
CELEBSTomorrow
Cinespia 25th Anniversary Season
May 22, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
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D23 X Street Food Cinema Summer 2026 Outdoor Movie Screenings
May 22, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
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Office Romance World Premiere
May 25, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
EARLYCELEBS
Programmers' Picks: The Currents
May 27, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
FREE
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Test Event
May 31, 2026 · Aero Theatre
FREE
Toy Story 5 Premiere
Jun 7, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
Studio Ghibli Fest 2026
Jun 12, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
Jackass: The Best and Last Premiere
Jun 21, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
Moana Premiere
Jul 12, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
D23: The Ultimate Disney
Aug 13, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
CELEBS
Avengers: Doomsday Premiere
Dec 13, 2026 · Los Angeles, CA
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E2e Scheduled Test
May 1, 2027 · Aero Theatre
FREE
See concerts, premieres, and other film events(39 in Los Angeles, CA)
Screening Venues in Los Angeles, CA
Top Screening Venues in Los Angeles, CA
Los Feliz Theatre66 screenings
Alamo Drafthouse43 screenings
Aero Theatre26 screenings
1iota21 screenings
Egyptian Theatre19 screenings
Hollywood Bowl12 screenings
Billy Wilder Theater9 screenings
Los Angeles Philharmonic5 screenings
About Los Angeles, CA's Advance Screening Scene
Show full Los Angeles, CA screening guide
Los Angeles is the epicenter of advance movie screenings in the United States. As the home of Hollywood, LA hosts more studio-backed screenings than any other city in the world. Most major releases screen here weeks before their nationwide debut, giving LA audiences the first look at upcoming blockbusters, indie darlings, and Oscar contenders. Studios rely on LA test audiences to gauge reactions and fine-tune marketing before wide release. If you live in the greater Los Angeles area, you have access to more free screening opportunities than anywhere else on the planet.
The Screening Scene
On any given week, Los Angeles typically has 5-15 active advance screening opportunities across the metro area. Studios like Warner Bros., Disney, Universal, Sony, and Paramount all maintain screening programs in LA, and many use local research firms to recruit audiences for test screenings months before a film's release date. Free passes are distributed through platforms like Gofobo, Advance Screenings, and studio-specific portals. Some screenings are announced publicly, while others are invitation-only through mailing lists or social media. Signing up for multiple platforms is the best way to maximize your chances.
Top Screening Venues
The most iconic screening venues include the TCL Chinese Theatre and the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, both used for premieres and studio-backed events. The AMC Century City and AMC Burbank are workhorses for test screenings and promotional events. Westwood's Regency Village Theatre hosts premieres throughout the year. The El Capitan Theatre, owned by Disney, frequently runs advance screenings for Disney, Pixar, and Marvel releases. For independent films, the ArcLight Hollywood (or its spiritual successors) and the Landmark Theatres in West LA are popular choices.
Where to Go
Hollywood Boulevard and Westwood Village see the highest concentration of premiere-style events. Burbank, home to Warner Bros. and Disney studios, is a hub for test screenings at nearby AMC and Regal locations. Century City and Santa Monica host studio events tied to press junkets. The downtown LA Arts District has grown as a venue for indie and festival-circuit screenings.
Tips for Los Angeles Screenings
- Arrive at least 45 minutes early. LA screenings fill up fast and seating is first-come, first-served even with passes.
- Check Gofobo, Advance Screenings, and studio portals daily. New LA screenings post almost every week.
- Westwood Village and Hollywood Boulevard are the top screening neighborhoods for premiere-style events.
- Sign up for mailing lists from research firms like NRG and Screen Engine. They recruit for test screenings that aren't publicly listed.
- Parking at Hollywood-area venues can be expensive. Consider taking the Metro Red Line to Hollywood/Highland for screenings on the boulevard.
Best Times for Screenings
Peak screening season in LA runs from late April through August (summer blockbusters) and again from October through December (Oscar contenders and holiday releases). January and February tend to be quieter, though studios still run test screenings year-round. During awards season, LA sees an uptick in For Your Consideration screenings at venues like the Egyptian Theatre.
Los Angeles typically sees 30-50 advance screenings per month during peak movie season. The city's first advance screening tradition dates back to the 1920s, when studios would test silent films with local audiences before wider distribution.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Los Angeles, CA Screenings
How do I get free movie screening passes in Los Angeles, CA?
SeeItEarly aggregates free advance screening passes from 30+ sources including Gofobo, Advance Screenings, and studio websites. Browse our Los Angeles, CA listings, click "Get Passes," and follow the instructions on the source site. Most passes are first-come, first-served — so check back often.
What advance screenings are happening in Los Angeles, CA?
We currently list 243 upcoming events in Los Angeles, CA, including 38 film concerts. New events are added daily as studios announce promotional screenings in Los Angeles, California.
Are advance movie screenings really free?
Yes — most advance screenings are completely free. Studios use them to generate buzz and gather audience feedback before a movie's official release. Some premium events or film festival screenings may charge admission, which we clearly label.
How early should I arrive to an advance screening?
Arrive at least 45-60 minutes early. Free screening passes are typically overbooked, so seating is first-come, first-served. Arriving early increases your chances of getting a seat. Some popular screenings fill up fast, so earlier is always better.
What theaters in Los Angeles, CA host advance screenings?
Popular screening venues in Los Angeles, CA include Los Feliz Theatre, Alamo Drafthouse, Aero Theatre. Studios rotate between venues, so new locations may appear as screenings are announced.
How often are advance screenings held in Los Angeles, CA?
Screening frequency in Los Angeles, CA depends on the season. Peak periods are May through August (summer blockbusters) and November through December (holiday releases). During peak season, Los Angeles, CA may see multiple new screenings per week. SeeItEarly updates listings daily.
Screening Guides
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Free Movie Screenings in Los Angeles: The Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about finding and attending free advance screenings in LA, from Hollywood venues to Westside AMCs and studio lot events.
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What Are Advance Screenings and How Do They Work?
Why studios give away free movie tickets, the different types of screenings, and how early you can actually see films before release.
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