1 theater · 12 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Bloomington, IN

Cinema advertising on 12 screens in Bloomington, IN.

The Cat in the Hat poster

The Cat in the Hat

Nov 6

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping poster

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping

Nov 20

Avengers: Doomsday poster

Avengers: Doomsday

Dec 18

Dune Part Three poster

Dune Part Three

Dec 18

Jumanji 3 poster

Jumanji 3

Dec 25

Ice Age: Boiling Point

Ice Age: Boiling Point

Feb 5

Narnia: The Magician's Nephew

Narnia: The Magician's Nephew

Feb 12

The Exorcist: Martyrs

The Exorcist: Martyrs

Mar 12

Sonic the Hedgehog 4

Sonic the Hedgehog 4

Mar 19

Godzilla x Kong: Supernova

Godzilla x Kong: Supernova

Mar 26

The Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda

Apr 30

Star Wars: Starfighter

Star Wars: Starfighter

May 28

How to Train Your Dragon 2

How to Train Your Dragon 2

Jun 11

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse

Jun 18

Shrek 5

Shrek 5

Jun 30

Poster art courtesy of IMDb · © respective studios · used for editorial reference.

12

Screens

23,300

4-Week Impressions (est.)

79K

City Population

Bloomington, Indiana is a compact but high-value advertising market. With nearly 79,000 residents and a median age of just 24.9 years, the city skews young and educated, 60% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. That demographic profile lines up closely with the cinema audience nationally, making movie theater advertising a natural fit here.

The Bloomington 12 is the single theater serving this market, with 12 screens and an estimated 28,800 monthly moviegoer impressions. For brands trying to reach a college-town audience that is harder to capture through traditional TV or cable, cinema delivers focused, high-attention exposure at a predictable cost.

Movie theater ad placements tailored to your goals

Choose what fits your campaign — on-screen, in-lobby, and digital extensions.

onscreen

Early Pre-Show

Your brand opens the show

Plays early in the pre-show sequence, before trailers begin. Best for awareness and reach.

onscreen

Pre-Show Prime

Peak attention, before the trailers

Plays in the mid-pre-show pod when theater attention peaks. Our most-requested slot.

onscreen

Final Trailer

The last ad before the feature

The premium position — the final commercial before the feature begins. Highest recall, unskippable.

lobby

Lobby Network

Digital signage throughout the theater

Full-motion placements on lobby plasma displays. Extends brand presence beyond the auditorium.

digital

Streaming Extension

Retarget moviegoers on CTV and OTT

After cinema exposure, retarget the same moviegoer audience across premium streaming services using verified attendance data.

digital

Digital Retargeting

Banner & mobile reach for your moviegoers

Display and mobile ad retargeting to the verified moviegoer audience. Geo, demo, and behavior layers.

Frequently asked questions

How much does cinema advertising cost in Bloomington?

A 4-week campaign in Bloomington typically runs $1,350 to $2,450, depending on how many screens you take and which placements you use.

Final cost depends on flight length and how your dates line up with the film release calendar, so every campaign is quoted individually. Request a quote for current pricing in this market.

How many people can my ad reach at Bloomington movie theaters each month?

The Bloomington 12 generates an estimated 28,800 moviegoer impressions per month across its 12 screens. That is the full reach available in this market. Campaigns run on a 4-week cycle, giving advertisers repeated exposure to the same audience throughout the campaign window.

Who typically advertises in Bloomington movie theaters?

Local and regional advertisers across dining, healthcare, financial services, real estate, and education are regular cinema advertisers in this market. National brands also target college-heavy markets like Bloomington directly. With a median age of 24.9 and 60% college-degree attainment, the audience draws brands after younger, educated consumers who are actively making purchasing decisions.

Why choose cinema over streaming or social media to reach Bloomington audiences?

Cinema delivers 2 to 6 times the attention of live sports and 6 to 16 times the attention of social and digital platforms. Nationally, 60% of moviegoers are cord-cutters or cord-nevers, making them hard to reach through traditional TV. In a college-dominated market like Bloomington, streaming and social feeds are cluttered. Cinema is an uninterrupted, full-screen environment.

Where exactly does my ad appear in the theater?

Ads run on screen before the film begins, as part of a pre-show program that plays while the audience is seated. Placements can also include lobby screens and other in-theater touchpoints depending on availability. The pre-show format means viewers are settled and paying attention, not scrolling past your message.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise in Bloomington theaters?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, firearms, and political advertising are not accepted in cinema. These restrictions apply market-wide and are not specific to Bloomington. If your business falls into one of these categories, cinema is not the right channel for you. Most local and national retail, service, and consumer brands will qualify without issue.

Ready to advertise in Bloomington?

Call for pricing tailored to your dates, film slate, and targeting.