Which one sounds more natural to native English speakers?
To play a movie in a theatre or
To show a movie in a theatre

Thank you in advance for your help.

Question

Which one sounds more natural to native English speakers?
To play a movie in a theatre or
To show a movie in a theatre

Thank you in advance for your help.

Answer

Hello Gingercat,

In America we say "To show a movie in a theater." [Alternative spelling = "Theatre"]

Some Americans will call a movie a "show," and years ago we used the term "picture show."

"Play" is often used when talking about "playing a tape recording," or "to play a CD."

When talking about DVDs we say: "I am going to 'watch' a DVD."

When talking about MP3 players we say: "I am going to 'listen to' my MP3.

We Americans are pretty screwed up, and not very consistent.  LOL

Answer

To show a film in a cinema.

Answer

Thank you so much Padraig! So "to show" is appropriate verb here. I appreciate your prompt reply. Thank you!

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