Summer Movies and Great Theaters in NYC

Rainy days in summer–though necessary for clearing humidity–can put a damper on funplans. Not to worry though, the movies have you covered with new releases that you and your kids will love!

Earth to Echo
Earth to Echo

Earth to Echo

Three friends team up to find out where these mysterious phone signals they keep receiving are coming from. What they found however was from a different world, an alien who has become stranded on Earth! The friends and alien come together to help protect and find the alien a way to get home.

Planes: Fire & Rescue

When Dusty, famous air racer is in trouble he looks to the world of firefighting. He then teams up with veteran fire and rescue helicopter and his crew to battle a wildfire. This Disney movie comes out on July 18.

Maleficent

This Disney movie is told through the eyes of Maleficent, the villain from the classic movie, Sleeping Beauty. Through her eyes you get to see a different view of the story. Like the saying goes, there are 3 sides to every story; one side, the other side, and the truth. Currently playing in theaters near you.

How to Train Your Dragon 2

When a teenage Viking’s world is turned upside down him and his Viking friends are challenged by a dragon who teaches them to see the world through a different point of view. Playing in a theater near you.

And where to see summer’s hottest flicks? New York City has some great movie theaters! Check out one of these theaters next time you go to the big screen!

AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13

For the best IMAX and 3-D experience, you are going to want to come here! There may be 600 seats but you’re going to want to get there early to pick out the perfect one to make sure your experience is that much more enjoyable!

Location: Upper West Side, 1998 Broadway (between 67-68th Streets)

Regal Battery Park Stadium 11

Want to miss the rush of the crowd? People typically stay away from here, but if you want to see the newest blockbuster without the rush of people, this is the perfect spot for you! Want in on a secret? There’s a Shake Shack inside the theater!

Location: Battery Park City, 102 North End Avenue (between Vesey and Murray Streets)

Village East Cinema

Call ahead to see if the movie you want is playing in the big theater! Typically the biggest seller of the week gets that theater while other movies are shown in the smaller theaters.

Location: East Village, 181-189 Second Avenue at 12th Street

Bow Tie Chelsea Cinemas

Old fashion theater with great features! The comfy seats will make you feel like you’re at home. Any movie before noon has a bargain price!

Location: Chelsea, 260 West 23rd  Street

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