Cine Callao, Movie theater in Sol district, Madrid, Spain
Cine Callao is a movie theater located at the intersection of Plaza del Callao and Gran Via in Madrid, featuring classical and Art Deco design elements throughout its exterior and interior spaces. The venue houses two auditoriums with a combined seating capacity of approximately 1,530 seats equipped with modern sound and projection systems.
The theater was designed by architect Luis Gutierrez Soto and opened on December 11, 1926, with the premiere of the film Luis Candelas, el bandido de Madrid. It quickly became one of the city's major venues for cinema from that moment onward.
The cinema functions as a hub for film lovers in central Madrid, drawing people to watch first-run releases and special event screenings. The grand entrance and lobby areas serve as gathering spaces where moviegoers naturally congregate and spend time between showings.
The location sits at a central intersection and is easily accessible on foot while walking through downtown Madrid. The modern facilities provide comfortable viewing conditions, and the two auditoriums allow for different film options showing at the same time.
During its early decades, the theater operated an open-air movie auditorium on its rooftop where guests could watch films under the sky. This distinctive space has long since disappeared, yet it reflects the creative use of the building's upper area.
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