Rentals

We are a commercial movie theater that screens a full slate of new releases. Our concession stand is always open.

We regularly host all kinds of events including private screenings, premieres, and festivals.

Hours of operation

Open daily. First show early afternoon (12–1pm). Last show 8–10pm.

Theater capacity

Theater 1 — 148 seats
Theater 2 — 98 seats
Theater 3 — 248 seats

Lumiere Cinema is eligible to host Academy Award Qualifying theatrical runs. A qualifying run requires a minimum seven-day engagement with different requirements for shorts and features — we can accommodate this across any of our three screens.

We have experience working with filmmakers and distributors on qualifying runs and can guide you through the process. Reach out via the form above to discuss availability and terms.

Rental pricing varies based on the nature of your event, screen selection, day of week, and any special requests. We'll respond promptly to every inquiry with availability and a quote.

Standard rental times

Monday–Thursday evenings — 7 or 8pm start
Weekend afternoons — 12pm start

Included in the standard rate

Red carpet
Q&A mics and chairs
Use of our ticketing system

Additional cost

Special use of the lobby
Use of theater for more than 2.5 hours
Use of the marquee

Factors that do not change pricing

Theater placement
Crowd size
Brevity of program

Marquee pricing factors

Sole placement or mixed with regular titles
Length of title
Single versus multi-panel placement

We do not have standard pricing for weekend rentals (including Fridays) after 2pm, as those times are generally reserved for our regular programming.

Festival rates vary based on number of films, number of showtimes, days of the week, and any special requests involving use of the lobby or marquee.

Our projectors are 2K and can play 4K films. We have 5.1 surround sound.

Almost every film is screened via DCP, deliverable by download link or hard drive. If you are unfamiliar with the DCP process, we are happy to assist.

As we regularly show commercial films calibrated to industry standards, our adjustments are limited to volume control and bulb replacement. We are unable to accommodate technical modifications to your film.

We also have 16mm projection and 35mm projection should be available soon. Please mention this in your inquiry if relevant to your event.

We rent the theater for film and television production shoots. Please provide your budget with your request so we can determine whether it makes sense for both parties.

Every shoot has its own circumstances so we have no standard procedure or set rates.

We require proof of insurance made out to:
Lumiere Cinema
9036 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

For parking details, please visit our parking page. We recommend weekday screenings start at 7:30 or 8pm — Wilshire Blvd street parking opens at 7pm.

We recommend attendees do not arrive more than 30 minutes before showtime unless a prior arrangement has been made.

For food and drinks after your screening, we recommend Prospect Gourmand on Robertson Blvd — a short walk from the theater. They will stay open later with advance arrangement. Note they are closed on Mondays.

We accept all forms of payment: credit card, cash, check, Venmo, Zelle, and PayPal.

For more elaborate events, we ask that you provide an itinerary for mutual confirmation. Please be ready with invoice details including company name, address, email, and phone number. We will send an invoice that serves as your rental agreement.