How to get free cinema tickets across the UK this summer
This comes as a number of Blockbuster's hit the big screen this summer, including Jurassic World: Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
What is XPlus at Showcase and where is it available?
XPlus is ideal for those looking for a "supersized" cinema experience.
Featuring a giant screen with "next-generation" projection to give the film a "crystal-clear" image, the service also boasts a 360° Dolby Atmos sound system.
This delivers a "fully immersive, powerful, and dramatic listening experience like no other."
Discussing the XPlus experience and how moviegoers can get free cinema tickets, Jon Dixon, UK Marketing Director at Showcase Cinemas, said: 'XPlus is the ultimate way to feel every moment when watching a film, with huge screens, crystal-clear visuals, and powerful Dolby Atmos sound.
"We know how much our customers value this amazing experience, so this offer is our way of saying thank you.
'If you're planning to see the biggest films of the summer, this is the best way to do it.'
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Those wanting to check out XPlus for themselves can do so at the following UK locations:
Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater
Showcase Cinema de Lux Derby
Showcase Cinema de Lux Leicester
Showcase Cinema de Lux Leeds
Showcase Cinema de Lux Nottingham
Showcase Cinema de Lux Reading
Showcase Cinema de Lux Coventry
Showcase Cinema de Lux Southampton
Showcase Cardiff Nantagrw
Showcase Dudley
This free ticket offering at Showcase lasts until August 28.
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