WhakaMax Movies
WhakaMax Movies
4.5
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
About
Whakamax is a locally owned and operated business and we share a strong connection with our customers and the community. We're the only place to escape into a world of romance, action, adventure, and humour on the big screen. We're the only place to share the treats you love with friends and family, from fresh popcorn to home-baking, coca cola to coffee, or Belgian waffles to a glass of wine.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Funwithkids
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4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
Best customer service I've had in a looong time! Staff were friendly and helpful making sure I got the best value for money! Great selection of food hot and cold and having it delivered to our seats was awesome. Made a kids movie more enjoyable for 2 worn out parents 🥴
Written 13 October 2022
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Glennis B
Whakatāne, New Zealand401 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Friends
Amazing staff and neat venue.. but It was an awful movie experience. Not because of the theater or the movie or the staff. But a school group of primary school children 5 to 11 years watching an PG-13 movie ...we were so impressed that the staff came into the theater several times and tried to get the teachers to take control. I felt sorry for the children as they were bored the whole time. The staff also gave the non school group vouchers for another visit...so good on ya whakamax for trying your best.
Written 12 April 2022
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Barry
Whakatāne, New Zealand26 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Family
I took my son to see Black Widow. We have just moved to the area, so it was our first time at the theatre. We used to goto a chain theatre. This small, independent theatre is so good. The prices are very reasonable, the seats and the range of snacks is great! They have normal beer, craft beer, waffles with ice cream, dumplings, and all the usuals. Highly recommended.
Written 20 July 2021
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Conan0710
Turangi, New Zealand62 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2020
Saw the movie "Savage" on a Sunday afternoon. Quite a few people at the movies considering the weather was superb.
Awesome facility, small theatre but I like that.
Easy to get tickets, snacks and drinks. Also the naughty waffle and ice creams within the same facility.
Would use this regularly if I lived in Whakatane.
Written 16 September 2020
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Louis B
Wellington, New Zealand24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Friends
A great little spot to unwind and catch a film. Delicious ice cream, addictive popcorn and a wide ranging selection of films. The staff were friendly, helpful and happy to recommendations. Would absolutely cinema again.
Written 1 January 2020
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WhakaMax Movies is open:
  • Sun - Sun 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Tue - Sat 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM