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We’ve indentified some of the qualifications that a successful candidate should possess. First, we are seeking sophisticated business people. Experience with operating high-volume restaurants is a plus. You should be knowledgeable in the areas of real estate, business costs, and operations. Naturally, a love of film is an important quality, as are maturity, stability and high personal standards of honesty, integrity, and excellence.

In addition, you or your investor group will be need to meet minimum financial standards. The estimated initial investment for a single Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is between $1,275,000 and $2,025,000, including a $75,000 franchise fee. Area developers pay a development fee of $10,000 for each venue that is credited to the franchise fee due for each additional venue.

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All information submitted to Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas is used only to assist in the pre-screening of potential investors/partners, and will be kept confidential. If you are interested in developing a specific market and meet all of the preliminary requirements, please contact us by clicking on the link below. Franchise Inquiries


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