Troy Grand Digital Cinema 16

m00se1111 on June 4, 2025 at 6:36 pm

From Hoodline-

MJR Theatres will open a new IMAX screen this summer at its Troy location on Maple Road, which will be the largest laser-projected IMAX in Michigan. It will be the company’s second IMAX in Metro Detroit, following the Southgate location that opened in November 2023. Theater 8 is being renovated to seat about 300 people and will include heated reclining chairs and VIP seating with private enclosures. The Detroit News describes the updated theater as “This is going to be the premier place to see a movie in Metro Detroit.”

The theater will use IMAX’s 4K Laser projection technology, which improves visual clarity and color contrast. It will not have 70mm film capability, a feature available at the Grand Rapids IMAX. The Troy screen will use advanced technology for upcoming titles such as “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, “Wicked: For Good”, and “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” as noted by Audacy. These updates are part of efforts to remain competitive with other venues like AMC theaters and the Chrysler IMAX Dome at the Michigan Science Center, as noted by Audacy.

“We’re thrilled to bring this next-level IMAX experience to our guests at MJR Troy,” said Joel Kincaid, MJR Vice President of Operations. “Combining the cutting-edge visuals and sound of IMAX’S 4K Laser technology with our signature zero-gravity recliners, VIP Privacy Pods and LUX Loungers,” Kincaid added, as detailed by WXYZ. The launch comes as IMAX sees growing interest at the box office.

MJR is expanding its IMAX offerings, including upgrades at its Troy location. The new screen will feature improved size and quality. Marketing director Anthony Taylor said the screen will be ready “for some of the season’s biggest blockbusters,” as mentioned by The Detroit News.

Joe Vogel on November 7, 2017 at 6:37 pm

A dozen photos and renderings of the MJR Grand Digital 16 Cinema can be found on this page of the web site of the architects, Paradigm Design.