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AMC CLASSIC Durham 15
1807 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Durham, NC 27707, United States
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Sa
Review №1

How about you renovate the theater Change the name to AMC Durham 15. Like Park Place theater got renovated. Change one of the concessions to a MacGuffins Bar. And put recliners in the theater and. Put the walls black. Like do the same thing that Park Place did.

Gr
Review №2

Great idea to combine restaurant with a theater!

Ry
Review №3

This theater is a classic theater. The popcorn is good, the pizza was actually quite yummy and the drink cups were MASSIVE. Its a great place to go see a movie with family and friends when you just want to see a movie. Many theatres are going for that night out experience by providing extra bells and whistles (at an extra price, mind you) but AMC Durham 15 provides a wonderful time for all!

Wi
Review №4

Not a bad theater, butvthe concessions dont match up to other AMC theaters. I got a Hot Dog for 4 bucks and had to put mustard and relish on it myself. No sauerkraut. I asked for a water cup, and it was small, and there were no lids for a cup that small. Just an older building, that has some updates, but not all. Old bathroom, and stuff like that.

Ad
Review №5

This place shows movies. Real movies. And they sell concessions. Real concessions. Thats everything a boy or girl could want from a classical theater experience. If you wanted something more insightful from this review, sorry. This review isnt that because this theater isnt that.

Ti
Review №6

This is my Classic theater. I love it. Yes you can find theaters around that are more modern with reclining chairs and alcohol but again this is a good old classic theater with hot butter popcorn, coke and goobers. My kids love it too.

Hu
Review №7

So Im exclusively disgruntled with the AMC corporation. Four miles down the road from this classic there is a newly renovated AMC at Southpoint that serves full size popcorn buckets and has reclining seats and the works. Charge me 12 dollars for my movie and 10 for my popcorn and thats fine. But when you tell me a lowly paper bag of stale popcorn is 10$ you have offended me. The former regal sold tickets at a better price and had a better deal on the popcorn bucket. This is a bunch of hogwash. The AMC take over has raised prices and hurts competition. I get how its a classic, its got the old folding theater seats. But how does this qualify as classic when the classic regal in chapel hill is still selling tickets at 8$ and has better popcorn? Its a garbage cop-out Theyve capitalized this theater and they havent even bothered to make it worth going to.

Mo
Review №8

They have the best popcorn! Nice theatres with comfy seats, bathroom is always clean. Im an A-list member and I prefer this Theater out of all the AMC theaters in close proximity to my home! I love the fact that I can go there with my grands and feel pretty comfortable that they dont have to encounter anyone under the influence andI hope they never serve alcohol beverages there.Now, on the other hand, like the special on the bucket of popcorn, there needs to be a special on the soft drinks/icees also. This particular theater dont have late night shows, most movies are over at a decent hour and once its over the lobby floors are drenched with water, an accident waiting to happen, while I appreciate a clean floor if they could just mop up standing water it would certainly give me a peace of safety.

Ja
Review №9

The concessions staff were very nice and the sound was well balanced during the movie. It was clean. The place is certainly old and there was a slight musty smell in the theater that we could ignore, but the seats were faded and it’s in need of an update.

Ka
Review №10

Awful. Awful customer service. They directed us to the wrong theater TWICE and we ended up missing the first few minutes of our movie. All the concessions were overpriced but that was to be expected. They were rude and pushed signing up for a member account like TEN TIMES after I said no and then they couldn’t figure out why my payment wasn’t working even when they were the ones that were messing it up. Got dirty looks from all three cashiers yo front and felt generally disrespected. Not sure what his name was but it was under cashier 3289 was awful. The heat was also not working so the theater was FREEZING and they didn’t do anything about it. Didn’t change theaters, offer refunds, NOTHING. Just go to Southpoint and save your time and money. DONT come here.

Ki
Review №11

Clean with friendly service.

St
Review №12

A well maintained venerable theater. Comfortable and clean. Not too busy

Ha
Review №13

Great atmosphere. Was not overly crowded. Pleasant experience.

Ha
Review №14

We managed to get my wheelchair inside finally but I had to be picked up out of it and carried across broken pavement that was between the ramp and the doors. The accessibility here is very lacking. We enjoyed the movie though once we managed to get inside

Ol
Review №15

The staff is always so freindly there. Great place to watch a movie

Je
Review №16

I went to this theater with my husband, who is wheelchair dependent, to see a movie that had just been released. Though the theater is supposed to be wheelchair accessible, the entrance and exit doors do not have a button to push for automatically opening the door. In addition, there is no door stop on the doors to each screening room. So a person in a wheelchair would have difficulty entering and exiting, and anyone accompanying a person in a wheelchair would have to hold the door and reach over for the leg rest to pull the wheelchair through the doorway. This is what I had to do when entering and exiting the building and the screening room, with the exception of the times when a kind person held the door for us. Which means, by definition this is not a truly wheelchair accessible facility. These improvements really need to be made!On a more minor note, the concession stand is selling what are supposed to be jumbo beef hot dogs. By definition, jumbo to me would be a quarter-pound hot dog. That is definitely not what is being sold there. They are good, and tasty, but definitely not jumbo. Because of this, the price of the hot dogs - more than $6 - is excessive.Finally, the outdoor ticket window is closed and the ticket counter on the inside is only for people who have electronic tickets or are paying with a credit card. Anyone buying a ticket using cash has to stand in the concession stand line, which is extremely inconvenient. I know that movie theaters are sometimes having a tough time with Netflix and other competition, but this is only making alternative entertainment sources even more appealing. Management needs to consider a higher level of convenience and make some changes.A final question: Why isnt there a special ticket price for veterans & seniors during matinee hours? Another local theater lets my disabled-veteran husband (and all disabled customers) in for no charge! Why dont AMC theaters do that?

To
Review №17

This place seems to have underwent a restoration, the floors are clean and fresh, the bathrooms are bright, and the staff are super friendly and polite. The chairs do not recline but they are well cushioned and not torn.

Ja
Review №18

I think 3 stars say it all for this place. It is a movie theater and that it. This place is outdated and in very much need of an upgrade. The staff is welcoming and friendly. Should this place get an update I would come back. But until then, I’ll spend the money on the comfortable seats.

Co
Review №19

The theater has had a great improvement since our last visit. It is clean with a fresh scent including the restrooms. The service was speedy and friendly. Seats are also comfortable.

Bo
Review №20

Nice clean theater. Excellent customer servive!

Mi
Review №21

Have been going to this theater for many years. Used to be a Carmike Wynnsong prior to being bought out by AMC. Theater is clean, seats are fairly comfortable, insulation between theaters is okay, but can still hear loud parts of action movies in the theaters next door. Good sound system and stadium seating part of the theater has a good view of screen even when people are in front of you. Avoid the seats on the floor directly in front of screen unless you enjoy craning your neck.

Da
Review №22

Overall I like this theatre but the staff is a hit or miss. Went for a popcorn refill and the person asked abruptly if they could help me after looking at me place my empty popcorn bag on the counter. I had barely begun to speak when they put their hand up and said “you’re going to have to give me a minute!” Another person came to assist me who was at least pleasant. Also the theatres are VERY warm.

Pa
Review №23

This theater had to redesign when AMC purchased the former Carmike Cinema.the theater now is a nice option for those who dont want to drive to Southpoint Mall for the same or similar experience. It is nice to have a theater that has different options then the larger AMC Southpoint Cinema. Southpoint theater is a better option for those who like the theater dining experience more comfortable seating and an IMAX theatre.

Je
Review №24

I really enjoy this multiplex. It doesnt get a lot of traffic so the theaters are generally empty when I visit, even at night. I like this because I can sit wherever I want. And I dont have to deal with loud talkers, constant whisperers, crying babies, and the glare of peoples cell phones that they cant seem to put down for the length of the movie. The theaters are always clean, as are the bathrooms, which is very important to me.The refreshments are ridiculously expensive like every other movie theater, but at least here the popcorn is hot and fresh. They have do-it-yourself drink machines which is nice as getting a refill doesnt require getting in line. Not that the lines are generally long anyway.Also, they always have the latest and best movies. Ill definitely be joining the AMC A-list!

Ca
Review №25

I love coming here because theres good service and its low-key - never hectic or chaotic even on busy days. Its an older theater, but the seats are comfy, its always clean and theres plenty of seating

Be
Review №26

Today temp is over 90 degrees. I am sweating in this movie. Waited in line with one person working the counter for over 15 minutes to buy my ticket at the concession stand. Gee. One person working. Are serious? Im so glad this isnt our regular movie theater. I wont come back.

La
Review №27

Fair prices. Not really a line. Nothing fancy, but it is comfortable, accessible, and shows current movies.

Du
Review №28

This theater needs to be converted to a discount theater for second run movies (dollar theater). It must have been built in the 70s and hasnt been updated since then. The place is just really dated. The lobby is small and it looks like they shut half of it down. In an age where other theaters offer large lobbies, arcades, full reclining leather seats, alcohol, entrees, ice cream, and more, this theater does none of that. This is the most outdated theater Ive ever been as long as I can remember. At least Ill say it was pretty clean and the actual movie veiwing experience was OK. Also on the upside, it was REALLY slow so there were no lines or bad seats. I would recommend attending a different theater, but this one is passable.

Br
Review №29

There is always plenty of room in the theater and in the parking. The staff are helpful.

Ki
Review №30

Liked it when it was Regal, so I hope they get those AMC upgrades eventually because it has been the same for years!

Dw
Review №31

Time gut the interior and start fresh ... outside needs a face lift ... REDO REDO REDO!!

ch
Review №32

Saw Frozen it was awesome and the young lady who gave us our ticket was nice

Ch
Review №33

I enjoyed being here there were no issues with anything.

Aj
Review №34

Prices were high but the seats were comfortable. I will definitely be coming back here.

Pe
Review №35

Rayan didnt carry himself well and he lied to me and my young lady friend for we are A-List members and he told us this whole shmeal like if we dont come here every week and then some, please guide these employees not to lie to your loyal customers.

Review №36

THIS PLACE MAY SEEM DIRTY BUT, IT HAS ALL THE MOVIES YOU DESIRE. SO PLEASE ENJOY YOUR MOVIE AND HAVE A GREAT NIGHT OR AFTERNOON!!!

Br
Review №37

This is our favorite theater. Its tucked away and never crowded. Were always well-serviced and they have all the modern options we need - like consistently good popcorn and a Coke Freestyle machine. No matter how big the release, there is never a wait and always tickets available for every showing. Weve walked in to a mostly empty building for major releases like Rogue One.

Sa
Review №38

Rayan was bluntly lying to me and my husband, we are A-List members and we come here once a week and sometimes twice a week it was very disrespectful of him not appreciate us trying to communicate with him in regards to being attended properly, please train these employees properly if not we are going to timberlyne, or silverspot or regal where they appreciate us accordingly.

ci
Review №39

Its an alright place to go the thing is good there is over priced even for a movie theater!

Ke
Review №40

The staff was very friendly, bathrooms were clean and the movie was awesome

Wi
Review №41

This theater has been here a long time. It could use a little upgrading but overall its ok. I didnt have to wait too long in line but cleanliness could be improved. After leaving there was popcorn all over the hallway so perhaps someone just spilled it.

Ry
Review №42

The price point is reasonable with todays ever increasing movie tickets

Gu
Review №43

They changed service and now have a single line for tickets and popcorn. So just to buy tickets you spend 20 minutes on the line while others buy popcorn. Didn’t use to be like this and is not like this in any other place in the area. Very disrespectful to clients. We plan to go somewhere else until they start respecting us again. Thanks

Ka
Review №44

Still pretty dated, with no reduction in price compared to other theatres. But the popcorn is fresh and crunchy and the people are super nice and helpful. Good place to bring kids.

Rh
Review №45

Definitely a classic, older theater. I have AMC A-List and theres always some issue with it as they dont have the technology to scan my QR code through the app. Theaters arent dirty, but definitely old and musty. Its close to my house so I go often but AMC Southpoint is definitely better and its only a few extra miles away.

Ki
Review №46

The place definitely needs to be updated. Bathrooms are very old, staff is underwhelming.

Ch
Review №47

Its not terrible, but is bad. At least the movie was good and people who work there is nice

bw
Review №48

Nice screens. Clean bathrooms, great audio.

Ad
Review №49

Not the newest theater, but nice. And has a good selection of films

Ri
Review №50

Bathrooms were disgusting. Seats had old cups and wrappers around them and in the arm rests. Floor needed a serious cleaning in the lobby.Prices were normal. Food from concessions was fine (and typically overpriced). They had sufficient showings of Endgame, so there were seats available.Overall, were much more likely to favor Southpoint AMC in the future.

Sa
Review №51

This is my favorite theater in Durham. Sure, Southpoint is nicer and newer, but this location is convenient to home and has great parking. Recently, theyve added some staff behind the counter so the ticket/popcorn line isnt as long as it used to be. Decor could use some help, as could the overall cleanliness, but Im there to watch a movie, not worry about how sticky the floor is.

Sa
Review №52

Clean, everyone was polite, and it wasnt crowded when I went.

Ed
Review №53

Went to see Avengers Endgame here, early in the movie the projector bulb blew out and for about two minutes they movie went on without any video (only audio). They did not rewind back to where the video cut out and also the theater did not provide any sort of refund for their error. I have seen many movies before at this location and they have all been fine but the way this situation was handled was horrible.

Ju
Review №54

AMC really knows how to ruin a good thing. This theater is just as poorly managed as all of the other AMC theaters I have gone to. Concessions are over priced (as I would expect from AMC). What really ruined this location for me was a show not showing at the posted time. Times posted on fandago and AMC, but apparently this theater didnt get the memo. what would have happened if i bought the tickets online??? And I dont mean the times were off, but the showing itself was just not honored. the second time for the movie was showing. I wont be wasting the gas to go to this theater to watch older movies. After AMC removed the WATER FOUNTAINS from the last AMC I went to, I will just be avoiding AMC places from now on.

Ke
Review №55

The bathroom had toilet paper on the floor both by the sinks and in the stalls. As I walked down the hallway, carpet smelled old and moldy with popcorn scattered on it. When I got there around 4 pm, 3 staff members were hanging out chatting at the concession stand. Probably, they should have been doing a bathroom check and sweeping up the popcorn? Just saying.

ti
Review №56

The smell of the popcorn and the convenience of this location and the comfort of the seats inside the theater are wonderful!

Ro
Review №57

First time at this theatre and was impressed. They are so reasonable with the prices. You save money by having everyone go to the concession stand and order show tickets and food. I dont mind doing that because the show prices were cheap. The theatre is clean and popcorn was fresh. The movies are current so this place is a little gem.

Ev
Review №58

A good place to watch movies.

El
Review №59

Its a movie theater. The theater our film was playing in was so hot and humid when we walked in, we could barely breathe. About 30 minutes into the movie, you could feel the air turn on a bit. There was a lot of carry over noise from the adjoining theater. Over all, okay experience, a little uncomfortable, but okay.

Za
Review №60

This establishment was an alright experience. My colleagues and I left the theater for our movie stating that the chairs quality were not up to par with ones we are used to at a similar or cheaper price than this theater. It wasnt technically noticeable during scenes of the movie but, our screen had a dead pixel on it that was sometimes noticeable during darker scenes of the movie. Overall, I would go here if I had to but if not then I would spend the extra time to drive to the Cinemark Raleigh Grande Theater

Li
Review №61

The movie theater was cold and its really in need of a renovation it looks terrible it was just very unpleasant. The movie was great

Ur
Review №62

This is a really nice theater and super convenient to get to. Its a bit older but maintained quite well. Usually has the most recent movies and often will carry them a bit longer

Ka
Review №63

It’s definitely an older theater, and it still has stadium seating, but it’s quiet and clean and the staff is nice. :)

ki
Review №64

DIRTY!! DIRTY!!! DIRTY!!!!! So gross! The floors were filthy around the concession area! Popcorn on the floors. Bathrooms smelled like nasty urine!! I think what made it all worse was that were were there as soon as they opened so nothing was cleaned the night before or even in the morning! Really it didnt look like it had been cleaned in a good while. What is management thinking? Or better yet...What are they doing???

Sr
Review №65

Nice atmosphere but no reclining

Da
Review №66

The theater was clean and very presentable. I kept thinking about how it definitely lived up to the classic name. It was a theater that reminded me of just that classic feel done in a respectable manner. Definitely not one of the most updated or state of the art theaters.

Jo
Review №67

This theater smells like mold and urine. Parking lot looks like a Walking Dead/Apocalypse set piece. Yuck, and the arm rests on the seats are so greasy from never being cleaned, you could fry an egg on it. Seats are sticky and moist, with old spilled drink stains on them. When the movie is over, where are the ushers/janitors? No one comes in to clean, because I had to stomp through puddles of ice cubes and Coca-Cola just to get to my seat. Isnt that a safety hazard? Come to my seat to find popcorn all over it. Halfway through the movie the smell got to us. Lucky we had only paid matinee prices and didnt lose the full cost of our two tickets. We pretended to go to the bathroom and then just left. This place needs a serious cleaning overhaul.

Ga
Review №68

It was middle-of-the-road. Not bad, but nothing particularly good, either. Getting your movie tickets at the concession stand was a new thing for me. Are all theatres gonna start that? I feel it slows down getting to the movie...

He
Review №69

It isnt as nice as other theaters in the area but the short lines and staff make it worth going.

Sh
Review №70

Good movies, ok prices, friendly staff

Em
Review №71

Great service!! The manager was so kind, and all of the staff were helpful as we were hosting 10 boys for a birthday party.

Ma
Review №72

Its an older theater. Watching a movie here is enjoyable but the air smells pretty musty. Only seemed to be two employees working the night we went so service was slow. Glad we arrived a little early. Even though hardly anyone was there, everyone arrived at the same time. Took a minute to get tickets and treats.

El
Review №73

I love this theater, is very quiet and no lines

Sr
Review №74

I feel this theater as my home theater, few screens are very small. Whenever I am bored, I watch movie in this place.

Ga
Review №75

Nice theater. Comfortable seats and not very crowded when we went.

Ch
Review №76

Pretty great. No complaints as far as quality of film and food. The place is a bit old and even though they knew the theater would be packed, the womens bathroom was closed for some reason and there were only a couple staff members. The popcorn is tasty but honestly the machine could use some love and elbow grease. They have 2 of those giant soda machines with all the flavors.

la
Review №77

Movie was good but, the popcorn was a little stale. ( too expensive for drinks and popcorn)... I dont know maybe thats just me...

Se
Review №78

#datenight #imax everything was good Im practicing our tickets until we went to the box what have your ticket is torn and I went to the bathroom my friend told me that young black male said she got an Adams apple thats not a woman when I came back she told me what he said I walked up to him I told him in his face I had lymphoma which is throat cancer have a my throat was operated on I asked him did he not see the scar hey said, oh yes Im sorry my bad,I told him thats very disrespectful he should pay attention and do his job my friend started saying things to him and he says you want to smoke up in here you want to do something lets go we can do this this young black man was way out of line and out of control we went we watch Aquaman the next day I called the theater I talk to the manager over the phone I told him what happened he was very sincere he apologized and I went to see him in person when I get there the young black girl at the counter is asking me a lot of questions are you here for a job why do you want to see the manager are you sure you not here for a job I told her no I would not work here this is not my place to work finally after being grilled the manager came out I met with him we had a nice conversation he gave me free tickets for to watch other movies and popcorn and drinks Im he was very courteous about the employees at this location or horrible Im happy to see young people working but they are too nosey they make assumptions they handle themselves very ignorantly its just not a pleasant place for anyone to go because you having to deal with young people talking junk so I do not recommend it at all go somewhere else I feel sorry for the manager who has to manage this place with employees who are too ignorant to handle a business place atmosphere .

Na
Review №79

Not very clean. Not a great value for the price. But, matinee price not bad.

Ju
Review №80

Not what I was expecting from an AMC. The room smelled mildewy and took some getting used to, I wasnt sure if Id be able to sit through the movie. The seats felt moist... I dont see myself returning. I recently signed up for A-list and I thought it included free upgrades to large when you buy a med drink or popcorn. I bought a med drink and didnt get an upgrade. The place could use some remodeling.

De
Review №81

Clean environment with friendly and cheerful staff.

Vi
Review №82

Friendly staff, clean bathrooms and comfortable chairs! Going to the movies anywhere will be pricy but I will be back soon as I can.

An
Review №83

I loved this place before it turned into AMC classic. The menu options was great and had awesome food for a reasonable price. Now......the menu has changed and the food is not all that great but the prices of tickets are awesome. AMC should let them improve their menus but the quality of movies experience is great.

To
Review №84

First time visiting. 1 line for tickets and refreshments. Stale smell in theater. Felt dirty

Le
Review №85

I appreciate how this theater is so much less crowded and chaotic. However, the prices are the same as the fancy theater at Southpoint so I feel like the level of cleanliness and options available should be the same as well. I mention to the manager that Ive been there twice now and the bathrooms are very dirty both times. They smell like urine, feminine trash cans overflowing onto the floor, toilet paper all over the floors, you can visually see gross stuff on the floors, and there was even blood on the wall in the handicap stall. He didnt seem too concerned and I think they just went in and sprayed some air freshener.

iv
Review №86

It was ok...hidden not too crowded, but clearly an older theater.

Tw
Review №87

If you want to enjoy a movie in relative peace, this is your place. They dont have all the bells and whistles, no reclining seats, no IMAX, but you can almost always guarantee a good seat with personal space.

Mr
Review №88

Had not been there in years. Nice change. In construction soon.

Da
Review №89

The place is decent. It Needs some repairs specially in the restrooms.

Pa
Review №90

Five stars until AMC took over. Go on Tuesdays when its cheaper, otherwise youll run out of money.EDIT: Prices raised again, so dropping to one star. I see you, AMC. I see you.Staff is cool though. Nothing against them.

Le
Review №91

Just okayy. Not a bad place. The main lobby can be a little messy, bathrooms need updating but the actual movie theater rooms themselves are fine. They play all new movies so there are no issues with that. In all its an okay place to go watch a movie. They do offer different discounts ranging from military, student to senior.

Ti
Review №92

Nice theater. Seats were comfortable. Arm rests lift ao can give you more space if theater isnt full.

aa
Review №93

Theater is good low-key spot. a little older but less crowded

He
Review №94

Love the upgrades to sound systems and more comfy chairs, roomier. Staff always nice and acomadating. Snacks & drinks are still outrageous but thats never gonna change. Over all very nice, clean movie theater. Free parking and wheel chair accessible

Pa
Review №95

Glad they have new chairs now it was much needed.

T.
Review №96

Nice enjoyed myself

Er
Review №97

Not bad. Needs a little upgrade. Staff very friendly.

El
Review №98

It was. Great I love the movies they put awsome!

Wi
Review №99

It was rather cool in the theater so I was glad to have brought an extra sweater. The theatre also smelled of stale popcorn but maybe this is a small thats hard to eradicate or maybe it was because it was the 1st Tues showing...

Ch
Review №100

Comfortable seats, crazy prices at concession stand.

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  • Address:1807 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Durham, NC 27707, United States
  • Site:https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/raleigh-durham/amc-classic-durham-15
  • Phone:+1 877-262-4450
Categories
  • Movie theater
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Food:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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