2 theaters · 17 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Midland, TX

Cinema advertising on 17 screens in Midland, TX.

The Mandalorian & Grogu poster

The Mandalorian & Grogu

May 22

Toy Story 5 poster

Toy Story 5

Jun 19

Moana (Live Action) poster

Moana (Live Action)

Jul 10

The Odyssey poster

The Odyssey

Jul 17

Spider-Man: Brand New Day poster

Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Jul 31

Coyote vs. Acme poster

Coyote vs. Acme

Aug 28

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

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

2

Theaters

17

Screens

27,200

Monthly Impressions

134K

City Population

Midland, TX is in the Permian Basin, with a population of nearly 134,000 and a median household income of $91,169, well above national averages. The local economy draws a younger, earning workforce, with a median age of 31.6. That demographic profile translates directly into a cinema audience with real purchasing power and consistent movie-going habits.

Two theaters operate in Midland, Midland 11 and Cinergy Tall City, with a combined 17 screens delivering an estimated 27,200 monthly impressions. Whether you run a single-theater campaign or cover the full city, cinema advertising here reaches an audience that outperforms most digital and streaming placements on attention. For businesses competing in the Odessa-Midland market, the screen is one of the few environments where your message runs without skipping, scrolling, or background noise.

What advertising in Midland costs

Real ranges for a 4-week :30 campaign. Final pricing depends on theaters selected, seasonality, and the 2026 film slate.

Buy type 4-week cost CPM range Reach
Single theater $360 – $1,300 Tier 4 market rates up to 13,600 imps/theater
Citywide (all 2 theaters) $1,010 – $2,010 Tier 4 market rates ~27,200 total

Add-ons (Streaming Extension, Lobby Network, Digital Retargeting) priced separately. Not available for alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, or political advertising.

Theaters in Midland, TX

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

What does cinema advertising cost in Midland?

A single-theater 4-week campaign at Midland 11 or Cinergy Tall City runs between $355 and $1,302, depending on screen count and placement. To cover both theaters across the city, budget $1,006 to $2,012 for a 4-week flight. Midland is a Tier 4 market, with CPMs ranging from $34 to $40.

Who typically advertises at movie theaters in Midland?

Local advertisers in energy, automotive, healthcare, real estate, restaurants, and retail are natural fits given Midland's oil-driven economy and above-average household incomes. Regional and national brands use cinema here to reach a younger, high-income audience that spends at above-average rates and makes purchasing decisions to match.

Where exactly does the ad appear?

Ads run on screen in the pre-show segment before the feature film starts. Every person in the auditorium sees the full ad, in a dark room with no second screen. There are no skip buttons and no ad blockers. That environment produces attention ratings 6 to 16 times higher than social and digital placements.

How does cinema advertising compare to TV or streaming in this market?

Roughly 60% of moviegoers are cord-cutters or cord-nevers, so traditional TV spots miss them entirely. Streaming audiences can skip pre-roll. In cinema, they can't. Nationally, auto dealers have seen 34% foot traffic lifts from cinema advertising, and retailers have recorded 53% incremental visits. Streaming rarely produces numbers like that.

How long does a campaign need to run to be effective?

A 4-week flight is the standard entry point, enough to build real frequency across Midland's estimated 27,200 monthly moviegoer impressions. Some advertisers run 8 or 12-week campaigns tied to seasonal promotions or product launches. Longer flights reach more people as different audiences cycle through each week.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise in Midland cinemas?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, and political advertising are not accepted in cinema environments. These restrictions apply across the network regardless of market. Most local business categories in Midland, including energy services, healthcare, home services, automotive, and dining, qualify without issue.

Ready to advertise in Midland?

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