Egyptian Theatre
6712 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Open · verified by Lumina November 2026
Hollywood's 1922 Egyptian-themed movie palace, with retrospectives, 70mm presentations, and guest Q&As. American Cinematheque programs Friday through Sunday; Netflix, the owner, programs earlier in the week.
Quick facts
- Type
- Historic, Repertory, Nonprofit
- Address
- 6712 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028
- Area
- Los Angeles area
- Phone
- (323) 306-4302
- Seats
- 516
- Opened
- 1922
What to expect
On screen
- Classics and revivals
- Special events
- International film
At the theater
- 70mm projection
The story
Showman Sid Grauman built the Egyptian on Hollywood Boulevard in 1922, and it hosted what is often called the first Hollywood film premiere. Architects Meyer and Holler designed the courtyard and Egyptian-revival detailing. The original house held 1,771 seats. After decades of decline, the city sold it to the American Cinematheque for one dollar in 1996, and a restoration brought it back in December 1998 with 616 seats. Netflix purchased the property in 2020 and renovated it, reopening in November 2023 with a main hall of 516 seats. Under the current arrangement Netflix programs Monday through Thursday and the Cinematheque runs Friday through Sunday. It is a contributing building in a National Register historic district and a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument.
Good to know
- Can I see 70mm films here?
- Yes. Lawrence of Arabia in 70mm is scheduled for Nov 15, 2026.
- Who runs the programming?
- Per Wikipedia, American Cinematheque programs Friday to Sunday and Netflix programs Monday to Thursday.
- Where is Egyptian Theatre?
- Egyptian Theatre is at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028. Phone: (323) 306-4302.
- Is Egyptian Theatre open?
- Yes. Lumina verified Egyptian Theatre as open in November 2026. Check the theater's showtimes for today's schedule.
- How do I buy tickets for Egyptian Theatre?
- Buy tickets directly from the theater using the Showtimes & tickets button on this page. You can also call (323) 306-4302.
- What independent theaters are near Egyptian Theatre?
- New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles (1.8 mi), Brain Dead Studios in Los Angeles (2.0 mi), and Los Feliz 3 Cinemas in Los Angeles (2.6 mi).
- New Beverly CinemaBrain Dead StudiosLos Feliz 3 Cinemas
Getting there
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