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Paramount Drive-In Theatres
7770 Rosecrans Ave, Paramount, CA 90723, United States
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Review №1

The drive-in is a nice distraction where you can relax. I do recommend arriving at least 90 minutes or more than the start of the movie as capacity has been limited due to COVID.

Ev
Review №2

Loved this experience especially now with the pandemic. Be prepared to wait before entering so go early to secure a good spot. There are clean restrooms and a concession stand. My kids really enjoyed this experience.

Me
Review №3

Went to see The Croods 2 this evening. Sound and video quality were very good. The people were nice, but the card system died, so getting in took a very long time, and our line was the line that didnt move. Was a great way to get out for a needed movie date night out.

Le
Review №4

My first time at this drive-in location, thanks to Amazon Screening for hosting the screening of All In: The Fight For Democracy. Would def come back for a regular screening. Great location & quieter compared to Vineland (no trains going by). Snack bar has big selection, the restrooms are clean & have been sectioned off so mens urnials are spaced apart.

Ha
Review №5

Love the Paramount Drive-In. Nice and clean. The food concession was nice and clean along with clean restrooms. Prices on food was very reasonable. Security on site. Patrolling the area making sure SOCIAL distant rules were being respected.Long car lines was the only thing that was negative about the whole experience. Cant wait to do it again.

Al
Review №6

Great movie experience and staff. Cash only, ATMs on-site by snack bar.Next time I’ll probably skip the snack line! I never want to wait 30 minutes for an icee again! They had mango icees, which was exciting and delicious! People are pretty good with wearing masks and keeping their distance in line. You order and pay at one counter, then take your receipt to a 2nd counter, where it slips into chaos. Social distancing becomes impossible with everyone waiting around for their food. Hard to tell who is in line to present their receipt and who is waiting for food. Staff is friendly and great, though, bless them!Bathrooms are clean! Every other stall and sink is blocked off for Covid and there’s a staff member making sure it doesn’t get too crowded, which never happened when I was there.Other people are the biggest drawback. People kept turning their headlights on during the movie, casting a big bar of light on the screen. Several cars left during the movie, which puzzled us. Could use a parking staff to make sure cars are staggered so they don’t block each other’s view or park to close to one another.Overall the staff is doing a great job but it seems like a good number of inconsiderate people are attending these. Bring cash and you’re own food.

Va
Review №7

It was great to be out in civilization and doing things. Other than getting in and out, there was a small delay, it was great

Ja
Review №8

Good Theater, good food, but I gotta take a star because its often to crowded to get in on time (or at all)

Co
Review №9

Great place for a date or family outing. Especially during these COVID times.

An
Review №10

This was a great way to see Tenet during covid. Radio station for sound was so cool. Great viewing from windshield with elevated car platform. Very enjoyed my first drive-in experience!!

Ki
Review №11

The people that worked there were nice! However, it was really hard to find the entrance . We saw other cars also getting lost as well . They need more signage. The movie quality and parking options were good. The concession food I had was disgusting. I had a churro and slice of pizza that tasted worse than high school lunch.

An
Review №12

Two screens plenty of space for cars even with the space restrictions. Get there early enough so the snack shop isnt packed. Again because of the restrictions and spacing it takes a little longer to order and get your snacks. Plenty of choices on snacks. The employees I encountered were all courteous and doing their jobs well. Only down side is the other people who arent courteous. Leaving headlights on or radios on too loud so it echos. But more upside than downsides overall.

fr
Review №13

Had an awesome experience. Cant wait to go again!

Do
Review №14

Drive in is nice. Definitely get there at least 45 minutes before your movie to get a good spot and food. Because of covid, parking spots go quick and concessions take a while.

Da
Review №15

It was difficult to hear the movie without going on to the radio, everyone kept turning their lights on which makes it very difficult to see the movie. Also, the movie was very dark on the screen, I think a quality issue. Price wise it was $10 entry. Not bad. We went early like an hr ahead of time and it was still pretty packed. Regardless it was a nice experience.

Jo
Review №16

Really cool and empty. Radio stations had good sound with no static. They get a lil crazy once the movie is over though. Security drives up to every car as soon as the movies over starts shining lights on you and start barking for you to leave. Why theyre only getting 3 stars. That was unnecessary.

Ri
Review №17

Just love it clean and organize, been here plenty of times and always a pleasure with great movies and staff. Alot of food to choose churros, popcorn,fries,hamburgers, funnel cake and alot more. $10 per adult $4 per child, under 5 yrs are free! Great environment for a family movie night. Plus you can save If you buy your own drinks and snack before going ahead of time.

Ro
Review №18

Tried going on a weekend and the line for the Drive-in was down the street and there was no line management. People were cutting. Making the line longer and slower. I waited for over an hour and wasnt able to get in. Tried a second time on a weekday and everything went much more smoothly. The restrooms were clean. Physical distancing markers spacing people and cars out. The sound quality will depend on your cars sound system, for my prius it wasnt great but not a deal breaker. Image quality was good, except for people turing on their headlights during the movie. Overall it was a good experience for the price ($10 per person). This a good alternative to going to a sit-in theater during the pandemic.

Jo
Review №19

The drive in is a fun way to see a movie, especially for those that have never been before. You can bring your own food, get surround sound in your car, bring kids without disturbing others, etc. BUT, heres a MAJOR issue if you go to the drive in, especially Paramount.If the movie is dark, i.e. not bright, the movie will be next to impossible to see. I recently went to see New Mutants and 5 minutes in I left because I couldnt see what was on the screen. Keep this in mind when you decide on movies, otherwise it may potentially ruin the experience for you.

Om
Review №20

Havent been to a drive inn in years itwas AWESOME!!! With everything that is going on this wss a great experience

Gi
Review №21

I love paramount but this was just horrible! The quality Of the screen was trash, lights all over the screen, weed smells, the wait was an an hour and 30 just to get in and we were there even before that, the employees didn’t give us any information on what was going on, three people working on getting cars in and the line is down the block.. oh and we missed half of the movie just trying to get in, they didn’t even wait for everybody to get in before starting the movie, we just left and got a refund, funny thing though we didnt even have to tell them we wanted a refund, they already knew! And that just speaks volumes!

Ry
Review №22

My family and I enjoyed our first trip to the Paramount Drive-In theater. Vehicles are spaced at least 9 feet apart to maintain social distancing and masks are required when leaving the vehicle to get concessions or to visit the bathroom. The sound and picture quality were excellent. I highly recommend this venue.

Mr
Review №23

Great place to enjoy a movie. Screen shows really well and love the privacy of being able to enjoy it in your car with all the social distancing going on right now.

Ha
Review №24

Good drive-in theater, 2 big screens, well organized traffic flow, easy to orient during night. Food is good as well.

Me
Review №25

Great fun in the midst of a global pandemic! See a movie on the big screen safe and sound in your own little bubble. I give this experience 2 thumbs up and Ill see you at the drive in movies!

Pa
Review №26

First time here movie cut out 25 minutes into the movie. Been waiting about 1/2 hr and the projectionist has I guess tried to reboot the projector or something but that’s it. If the movie played prolly would give it like 4 or 5 stars.

Ra
Review №27

Throughout my life, Ive been to a plethora of cinemas, both inside and outside of the states. From the famous Vue Theater in London to the majestic Muvico in Tampa, I bring a varied perspective to the table. The Hollywood Paramount Drive-In Theatres is quite irrevocably the best place to capture the glitz and glamor of Hollywood, and by far the most amazing theater.

Jo
Review №28

During a time of crisis (the pandemic)... I am glad to see this place open and operating under safe guidelines. Half capacity, cars are supposed to 1 car spot apart, bathrooms are open with spacing between stalls. Must wear mask when walking around. Enjoy and be safe.

Bo
Review №29

LOVE THIS PLACE. It deserves a 10 star rating. People are friendly and food is GREAT.

Ni
Review №30

Good but movies are dark and people can be a little wild at times. The last time I was here there was a lot of stumbling drunk people. One younger guy even walked behind his car and started to pee in full view.

Pa
Review №31

Cant blame the drive -in itself, i used to come here when i was a kid back in the 70-80s, but now it seems like the customers just ruin the experience..every couple of minutes someone would turn on their car and their headlights would flash on the screen. Or some people would just have their cars on and you can hear the engines running..it good to be nostalgic.but modern cars were not made to be in an old school drive-in.

Su
Review №32

It is nice, dont eat the food. They change the rules alot. The cashier in the ticket booth with the purple hair is very nice and explains the movie selection.

Ju
Review №33

Very friendly staff at both the entrance and concession stand. Excellent movie experience. And decent food!

LI
Review №34

Had such a great experience took my 9-year-old there for the first time to a drive-in.

Wi
Review №35

Nice to watch a movie outside of the home. They can maybe add another worker to the snack bar & speed up the line but overall it was a good experience.

Ko
Review №36

Cheap, good selection, good quality, went with my girlfriend and didnt even watch the movie but hey thats what theyre for. But for real this place is pretty nice other than the occasional train passing by.

Dr
Review №37

Honestly, one of the worst movie experiences of my life. The projector was clearly out of focus. I told woman thar worked there but they wouldnt fix it. And the sound was terrible. Extremely audio peaking from however the are broadcasting audio. The action scenes were peaking audio to bad it was comedy. Total amateur hour. Save your money.

De
Review №38

We went into the entrance on Rosecrans anticipating a line. We got in an hour before showtimes so we can secure a good spot but have been stuck in line without moment for over an hour (after the movie was supposed to start). There are no signs or emloyees to give us information and theres a barrier so your just STUCK. Its first come first serve so theres no guarantee we will get to watch the movie.

Ma
Review №39

Not bad this drive is not bad for the price point and location plus Drive ins are rare now days and with Covid 19 this drive in is a must

Tu
Review №40

Great Nostalgia Experience! Hadnt been to a Drive-in Theater since my Mom & Dad took us all to see Doris Day and Rock Hudson in Pillow Talk (a fantastic definition of what a California Suburban Houswife strived to be like) back in the 60s. I tried to ask the front gate money girl if there was gonna be a problem hookin up those dual movie speakers on my big one-piece truck windows, but she honestly didnt understand what the heck I was talkin about (shes probably born after 1996 God bless her little millennial soul). I received a piece of paper with my paid receipt that said to simply turn to 89.7 FM to get the movie audio. My how times have changed!

Jo
Review №41

This place is horrible. I couldnt even see the movie. The poor projection system and lighting from business around it makes it almost impossible to see anything. If the movie has any sort of dark scene you cant see anything. You also have to leave your car on to get sound and people keep turning there headlights on all the time. I will never go back. It was horrible and a massive waste of time and money.

Ma
Review №42

Be prepared to arrive only to learn that they have a private event and you are not welcome there.

jo
Review №43

Good quality drive-in movie experience but needs to improve on capacity. I took the family to watch Trolls: World Tour and we definitely enjoyed ourselves but due to capacity we werent able to get the location we wanted. They only have 2 screens so if you plan on coming here be sure to come early to get a good parking.

Ma
Review №44

Place is great. Good movies. 2 screens. They take it Serious about social distance and Covid - which is good (I suppose)I took my kids here. Ive been here with the homie when Kevin Smith hosted his movie and birthday bash event. Great time both times.

An
Review №45

The Fight For Democracy !! Best place to watch movies from your car.

Ma
Review №46

Since regular movie theaters are still closed, this place has been my saving grace for mental health breaks. Nothing like a good movie!

Ia
Review №47

Love this place and especially nice during quarantine. Gives you a small semblance of normalcy being able to go out and see a movie. Not sure if the concessions are open currently but they have really good food for a movie theater. Sound and screen quality not great but not a big deal

ha
Review №48

Great place to watch the movie with your family screen looks good for being a far.

An
Review №49

I would recommend car count or waiting section. It was clear that a few people didnt know what was going on or how to handle busy lines. Because we didnt make the first showing, we waited for the second. After waiting in the parking lot for hours, the employee directed us back out towards the main entrance again behind others whove only been there are few minutes.

Mo
Review №50

Its a great place to go you can come with anyone whether it be children or spouses I have never had or have seen an issue here, everyone seems to be mindful of everyone else, they even have a guy that comes around and can start your car if it dies, restrooms could be cleaner and use a touching up since they are kinda old thats about the only complaint I could imagine, also if they had someone come up to cars if their lights are still on to tell them to turn them off so other dont have too, great place though!

Am
Review №51

Love coming here, just miss the live entertainment on Saturdays and Sundays,

Ni
Review №52

Great drive-in experience make sure you pick a good movie though. The price is great

To
Review №53

Unique nostalgia experience. The place is great and transports you back to the 60s. Its an awesome place to tailgate with family and friends while watching a movie. Dont expect anything fancy, bring your pic of or buy a giant bucket of popcorn and enjoy a movie in a very relaxed environment for an inexpensive price.

Pa
Review №54

Friday night my boyfriend and I were excited to finally go out and see the movies. We haven’t been to a movie theater in months due to covid. We brought all the goodies anticipating to watch a movie on the big screen. Once we got to the movie theater Paramount had changed the movie we wanted to watch overnight. So we decided to go to another still excited to at least watch a movie on the big screen. During previews the audio almost blew my new Prius stereo out. Once the movie started the screen was so dim you could hardly see anything. We checked the other side out and the quality was the same. I would never go back to this movie theater again. Save your money and excitement don’t go:( Worst movie theater ever!!

Mc
Review №55

I will never in my life go back to the place. My boyfriend and I went for a new experience on date night that ended with a broken projector displaying a frozen movie, with shotty resultion for an hour and a half before staff realized and issued refunds.

Da
Review №56

This place was nice. Big screen. Concession food was good. Clean when we arrived

Ta
Review №57

Screen is a little dark, however I had a great time and concession has plenty of options. Will definitely go back.

D
Review №58

It took more than an hour to get through the traffic to pay and get in. Missed 30 min of my movie. No one controlling traffic. Wont go there again.

Su
Review №59

Movie was good, sound also but screen hard to see then also cars leaving from other lot and distracting with lights on passing thru. Over all not to bad for finally going out to see a movie.

Ar
Review №60

No signage for entry. Car lines for blocks. I recommend arriving 1 hour before showing

Jo
Review №61

Good drive in to watch a movie. You can bring your own outside food and snacks.

Da
Review №62

Went to go see New Mutants tonight, the location is kind of bad due to the buildings and their lights being right behind the screen. This movie was particularly dark so we couldnt really see the first 5 minutes of the movie. Also the movie was kinda blurry. May be a different experience with a lighter movie

Ni
Review №63

This place needs better traffic control. I’ve been here three times now, all 30+ mins ahead of showings, and still haven’t seen a movie here. They sell out too soon because countless cars cut off the long obvious lines of cars that have been waiting. Unless you like waiting for 30-45 mins in a slow line just to watch other impatient cars cut to the front of that line then you should see your movie elsewhere.

Di
Review №64

Drive-in movies was great! Food good, bathrooms clean, it was fun good time memory️

be
Review №65

Loved it it was great brought me back to when I was a teenager

An
Review №66

It was ok. Was expecting two features like the Old Days. Their parking situation should have been marked clearer for Social Distancing purposes. Made us move and felt uncomfortable. Once feature was over it took us 35 minutes to exit because both Screens ended almost at the same time. Their staff was disorganized directing traffic out. Hopefully they will make improvements. Well possibly give them one more chance.

El
Review №67

Great experience for the first time. Went with my brothers and we enjoyed the movie.

Da
Review №68

I came here for my 1st Drive In ever...and i had a blast! It really is Cool going to the Drive in! So awesome...your car tunes to a radio station...i think 87.9 FM and Boom the movies playing through your speakers and you can hang out in your car! If you just bought a new car this would be an awesome way to enjoy it!

BL
Review №69

Awesome getting in was a little bit crazy but its understandable due to covid.

Sa
Review №70

Wow this place is surviving in this pandemic, gravest place, my son was there for his 1st time and was awesome.

Fl
Review №71

As a non-American, the classic drive-in theatres always had a fascinating allure, especially as its quite difficult to find them nowadays. Paramount Drive-In is still up for business, however, and it meets the expectations of what we know from movies only.Go here loaded up with snacks and drinks already, or purchase them from the convenient store and diner right on site. Tune your radio to the right frequency. Lean back your car seat and enjoy a very American movie experience from a very comfortable position with very many snacks and beverages.

Ch
Review №72

Havent been to one of these drive in before so had to try it out. Loved it, especially during covid

He
Review №73

Extra rules during covid to keep everyone safe. adults still 10 dollars

na
Review №74

Not a good place to go, not respecting the 50% capacity or the 9ft cars apart , lots of weed smell and the employees unable to do anything about it. Also too many lights around from the surrounding businesses. Not coming back here again.

Ma
Review №75

Pretty good yet no one informed me on what station to turn my radio on there should be a sign posted or on the screen so people will know besides that I enjoyed myself .

Ra
Review №76

It definitely brought back that nostalgic feeling, if you miss the movies and want to get out of the house, stock up on snacks bring a blanket and enjoy the drive in.

Jo
Review №77

My first Drive in and swap meet spent my childhood here and still enjoy it. Miss play ground under screens

Is
Review №78

It was okay. tbh the screen is not bright at all & the food is terrible! Only thing that was good is getting out the house. Definitely needs a update

Ma
Review №79

Almost all of the spots were good

Em
Review №80

It was fun and inexpensive. The workers were pleasent.

c
Review №81

Very clean. Everyone is wearing a mask and the bathroom attendant cleans each stall right after it is used. Cool family atmosphere

Is
Review №82

Such a fan experience. The waiting lines on the car are annoying but at the its worth it.

Do
Review №83

That was Awesome. I had fun. Well time spent. Hope you stay in business. Thank you so much.

yc
Review №84

The staff was so nice.

Ma
Review №85

Really really disappointed got there 10 min earlier movie was already started

Ra
Review №86

We love this place.Get there early if youre seeing something popular, as theres sometimes a line to get in. For ten bucks a person you can see a double feature, which is a really great deal, especially considering you can take your own snacks and blankets (which I recommend). They do have slurpies or icees, cotton candy, and some other typical movie treats.One problem with (any) drive in is that sometimes darker movies dont show up very well on screen, so something to keep in mind. Ive never had audio issues aside from other customers occasionally blasting their speakers to the point of distortion. It would be nice to have a little more oversight by the staff on that kind of thing but its become a regular movie stop for us and we always enjoy it.

Da
Review №87

Cool place to relax and watch a movie

Ka
Review №88

It was great! They are sanitizing the bathrooms nd making sure everyone self distancing

D
Review №89

Nice place. Good food. Workers were pleasant.

Jo
Review №90

Pretty nice experience. You can bring any food you like and recline your seat back and enjoy your movie. Sometimes you even get to watch part of the previous movie. Awesome drive in theater!

De
Review №91

Great memories of my childhood going to the drive-in. Go early!

Ka
Review №92

Nice place, friendly staff. getting in and out is a pain though.

Gr
Review №93

The place needs a ton of work, but is a welcome worry free retreat, when the thought of sit in theatres being corona stranger danger.

id
Review №94

Last movie I saw was tenet and the screen was the clearest its ever been, sounds still was bad due to it being transmitted via radio waves

En
Review №95

I love going here with my family. It shows 2 movies on each screen and adults are $9 kids are $3 and under 5 are free. It gets cold at night so bring a few blankets if you want to sit outside and a few chairs.Movies times can vary so it is a good idea to check the website for accurate start times.You can bring outside food in, so I grab a pizza from Pizza Loca and a few drinks from 7Eleven and enjoy the featured movies.The theatre does have a food court that sells food, snacks and beverages. But it can be pricey if you are feeding a family.TIP: Many cars batteries die. So if yours is prone to dying bring jumper cables

De
Review №96

The movie went out 5 mins and and no one said anything for 30 minutes and the workers wouldnt respond to questions on what was happening. Then they refused a credit refund. Waste of time and bad management. Would give 0/5 if possible because of how terrible it was.

Er
Review №97

Love the vibe and movie selections but the place lacks maintenance and needs practical upgrades (restrooms/snack area are clean). Projectors are too dim, screens can be bigger, radio signal produces intermittent static, and paint indicating parking spot/lanes should be reflective at the very least for better visibility.So much potential, type of place that should be sold out every weekend but it’s obviously neglected.

Ga
Review №98

Good out door swatmeet

Ra
Review №99

Today I arrived at 8:10pm for the 8:40pm screening and waited in a long line of cars to enter, which I expected to be the case. But after waiting for 40min, we get to the front and they let us know it’s sold out. And there was a small “lot full” sign on the ground, but it’s not at all visible until you get to the front. I’m baffled as to why they don’t put that sign further up ahead so people don’t WASTE TIME & GAS. And there was a long line of cars still behind me too but you can’t even let them know because you turn to exit the other way. RIDICULOUS

r
Review №100

Love a drive in. This one needs improvements.

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  • Address:7770 Rosecrans Ave, Paramount, CA 90723, United States
  • Site:http://www.paramountdrivein.com/
  • Phone:+1 562-630-7469
Categories
  • Drive-in movie theater
  • 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
  • Toilets:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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