1 theater · 16 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Pleasant Hill, CA

Cinema advertising on 16 screens in Pleasant Hill, CA.

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.

16

Screens

39,000

4-Week Impressions (est.)

34K

City Population

Pleasant Hill, CA is in Contra Costa County, with a population of 34,335 and a median household income of $144,513. That puts it among the higher-income suburban markets in the Bay Area. The median age is 42.5, and 55.5% of adults hold a college degree, making it a practical target for brands selling considered-purchase products and services.

The Century 16 Downtown Pleasant Hill and XD is the city's only theater. It runs 16 screens and generates an estimated 51,200 moviegoer impressions per month. For advertisers trying to reach an affluent East Bay audience, this theater offers consistent, measurable exposure with no skip button.

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 it cost to advertise at the movie theater in Pleasant Hill?

A 4-week campaign in Pleasant Hill typically runs $4,050 to $4,550, 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.

What kinds of businesses advertise at movie theaters in Pleasant Hill?

Local and regional advertisers in auto, financial services, healthcare, real estate, dining, and home services tend to perform well here. With a median household income of $144,513 and 55.5% of adults holding a college degree, Pleasant Hill's moviegoing audience is a strong fit for premium and considered-purchase brands.

Where exactly does the ad appear in the theater?

Ads run on screen as part of the pre-show program, before trailers and the feature film begin. Full-screen, sound-on, in a dark room with no competing devices. Attention research shows cinema advertising scores 2 to 6 times higher than live sports and 6 to 16 times higher than social and digital formats.

How does cinema advertising compare to TV or streaming for reaching Pleasant Hill residents?

Roughly 60% of moviegoers nationally are cord-cutters or cord-nevers, so traditional TV and most streaming buys simply miss them. Cinema reaches those consumers in a high-attention environment. Pleasant Hill residents average a 30.2-minute commute, which creates plenty of ad exposure opportunities, but few formats match cinema's documented engagement levels.

Are there any industries or ad categories that cannot advertise at this theater?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, firearms, cannabis, and political advertising are not accepted for cinema placements. These restrictions apply regardless of local regulations. Advertisers in those categories should look at alternative media channels. All other standard business categories, local services, and national brands are generally eligible to run.

How long does a typical campaign run, and can smaller advertisers participate?

The standard campaign unit is 4 weeks, long enough to build meaningful frequency among the theater's recurring audience. Campaigns can be extended in 4-week increments to match your goals and budget.

Ready to advertise in Pleasant Hill?

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