2 theaters · 38 screens

Movie Theater Advertising in Torrance, CA

Cinema advertising on 38 screens in Torrance, CA.

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

38

Screens

81,689

Monthly Impressions

143K

City Population

Torrance, CA is part of the Los Angeles market, with a population of 143,499 and a median household income of $113,105, well above the national average. The city's two theaters, Rolling Hills 20 and Del Amo 18, combine for 38 screens and an estimated 81,689 monthly moviegoer impressions, giving advertisers a solid footprint in the South Bay.

The local audience is educated and established: 53% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 43.1, and the average commute is 27 minutes. These are decision-makers with real purchasing power. Cinema advertising here reaches them in a high-attention environment that outperforms live sports by 2 to 6 times and social media by 6 to 16 times. For brands targeting the Los Angeles market with precision, Torrance theater advertising is a direct line to an affluent suburban audience that streaming and traditional TV consistently miss.

What advertising in Torrance 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 $2,280 – $7,020 Tier 1 market rates up to 40,844 imps/theater
Citywide (all 2 theaters) $5,790 – $11,580 Tier 1 market rates ~81,689 total

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

Theaters in Torrance, CA

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 in Torrance cost?

A single-theater 4-week campaign runs between $2,278 and $7,024, depending on format and screen count. To cover both Rolling Hills 20 and Del Amo 18, expect to spend between $5,790 and $11,581. Torrance is priced as a Tier 1 Los Angeles market, with CPMs between $70 and $85.

What types of businesses advertise at Torrance movie theaters?

Retail, automotive, healthcare, restaurants, real estate, and financial services are the most common advertising categories here. With a median household income of $113,105 and 53% of residents holding college degrees, the Torrance audience is a strong fit for auto dealers, home services, and professional services brands targeting South Bay consumers.

Where exactly does my ad appear in the theater?

Ads run on screen before the feature film, during the pre-show segment, when audience attention is at its peak. Depending on the campaign, placements can also include lobby screens and digital displays. The on-screen format delivers full audio and video with no skip option, no feed, and no competing content.

How does cinema advertising compare to TV or streaming in Torrance?

Cinema reaches roughly 81,689 monthly impressions across Torrance's 38 screens. But the numbers only tell part of the story. Moviegoers can't skip or scroll past your ad, which means attention is genuine. Research puts cinema ad attention at 6 to 16 times higher than social and digital. It also reaches 60% cord-cutters, an audience that traditional TV buys largely miss.

How long does a campaign need to run?

The standard entry point is a 4-week campaign, which aligns with typical film rotation cycles and gives advertisers enough frequency to build recall. Campaigns can run 8 or 12 weeks for sustained presence. Longer runs are common for automotive and retail clients targeting consistent foot traffic lift.

Are there any industries that cannot advertise at Torrance theaters?

Yes. Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, firearms, and political advertising are not accepted in the cinema channel. These restrictions apply across all screens at Rolling Hills 20 and Del Amo 18. Most mainstream retail, service, healthcare, and food and beverage brands qualify without issue.

Ready to advertise in Torrance?

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