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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is a movie theater franchise that serves unique dining options alongside local beers and cocktails in themed theaters made for movie lovers.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema was created as a premier destination for movie lovers, aiming to deliver the ultimate cinematic experience.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema was founded by Karrie and Tim League in 1997 in an Austin, Texas, warehouse district, transforming a former parking structure. This flagship location pioneered a fresh approach for film aficionados: pairing second-run movies with in-seat dining service, setting it apart from traditional cinemas.
The brand currently has 40 locations across the U.S.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema meticulously designed theaters pay homage to iconic films like “The Shining” and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” The brand has unique dining offerings featuring scratch-made dishes and a vast selection of local beers and craft cocktails. Each location has a diverse film programming that includes first-run releases, independents and classics. The brand also hosts events like movie parties and exclusive screenings, and offers loyalty programs like Alamo Victory and Alamo Season Pass.
The brand does not make this information publicly available. Prospective owners can access this information through Alamo Drafthouse Cinema’s most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
The total initial investment necessary to begin operation of an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema franchise ranges from $5,048,133 – $8,194,684.
The franchise fee required to begin operation of an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema franchise is $125,000, which must be paid to the franchisor.
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