Fill More Seats with Ads That Reach Moviegoers at Home

Elevator advertising in residential and commercial buildings puts your theatre's latest releases and promotions in front of local audiences every single day.

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Competing for Attention in a Streaming-First World

Movie theatres face an uphill battle against streaming services, social media, and on-demand entertainment. Traditional advertising — trailers, billboards, and online ads — often reaches people who have already decided to stay home. Getting local audiences excited enough to visit the theatre requires meeting them in their daily routine.

Elevator advertising places your theatre's message in residential and office buildings where potential moviegoers spend time every day. A well-designed elevator ad showcasing new releases, IMAX experiences, or loyalty programs creates repeated impressions that drive spontaneous visits.

Vertical Impression helps movie theatres across Canada turn elevator rides into ticket sales with targeted placements in high-traffic buildings near your locations.

Why Movie Theatres Choose Elevator Advertising

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Put your brand in the places life happens. With 30+ seconds of undivided attention, our elevator screens show ads within a moments of pause and comfort, where audiences are ready to connect with your brand.
24%

increase in foot traffic with hyperlocal elevator ad campaigns

3x

Increase short-term sales with elevator ads positioned near purchase locations

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82%

of Americans ignore online ads

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Why Choose Elevator Advertising

Drive Local Foot Traffic

Elevator ads in nearby residential and office buildings reach people within a short drive of your theatre. Repeated daily exposure turns awareness into weekend plans.

Promote New Releases Instantly

Swap creative on a regular cycle to promote opening weekends, special screenings, and seasonal events. Elevator ads keep your programming top of mind week after week.

Boost Concession and Loyalty Revenue

Promote combo deals, VIP upgrades, and loyalty programs to an audience that sees your ad multiple times before their next visit — increasing per-ticket spend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can elevator ads help a movie theatre compete with streaming services?

Elevator ads reach people in their daily routines before they've decided on evening plans. By showcasing the theatrical experience — big screens, premium sound, and new releases — you create desire that streaming can't replicate.

Can we change the creative to promote different movies each month?

Yes. Vertical Impression supports regular creative swaps so you can promote new releases, special screenings, and seasonal programming. This keeps your advertising fresh and aligned with your current showings.

Which buildings should a movie theatre target for elevator ads?

We recommend residential condos and office buildings within a 10-15 minute drive of your location. Targeting younger demographics in urban cores and family-friendly buildings in suburbs tends to deliver the strongest results.

Turn Elevator Rides into Ticket Sales

Get a free quote for elevator advertising near your theatre locations. Vertical Impression helps movie theatres reach local audiences where they live and work.

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