When it comes to theater loyalty programs, two of the most popular options are AMC Stubs and Regal Crown Club. Both programs reward frequent moviegoers with perks like discounts, points, and exclusive offers—but they operate differently depending on your theater habits, location, and how often you go to the movies.

If you’re deciding between the two, this breakdown will help you compare their benefits, costs, and features so you can pick the best rewards program for your needs.

1. Overview of AMC Stubs

AMC Stubs comes in three tiers:

• Insider (Free):
  
  • Earn 20 points per $1 spent
    
  • Discount Tuesdays
    
  • Birthday gift for a free large popcorn
    
  • Online ticket fees still apply
    
• Premiere ($15/year):
  
  • 100 points per $1 spent
    
  • Free size upgrades on popcorn and fountain drinks
    
  • Priority lanes at box office and concessions
    
  • Waived online ticketing fees
    
• A-List (starting at $19.95/month):
  
  • Includes all Premiere benefits
    
  • Up to 3 movies per week (any format)
    
  • Free reservations and no ticketing fees
    

Best for: Viewers who prefer premium formats (IMAX, Dolby Cinema) or visit AMC theaters multiple times per month.

2. Overview of Regal Crown Club

Regal Crown Club is a free loyalty program that rewards members with credits and exclusive offers.

• Earn 100 credits per dollar spent on tickets and concessions
  
• Redeem credits for free popcorn, drinks, or movie tickets
  
• Free birthday reward
  
• Access to sweepstakes and bonus credit opportunities
  

Regal also offers a paid subscription plan, Regal Unlimited, which starts at $18/month and allows unlimited movie viewing (standard formats), with optional add-ons for IMAX and 4DX.

Best for: Moviegoers who prefer a free loyalty program or frequently visit Regal locations.

3. Earning and redeeming points

AMC Stubs members earn points that can be redeemed in $5 increments once 5,000 points are reached. Redemption is automatic unless you opt out.

Regal Crown Club members earn credits that can be manually redeemed for specific rewards—like free tickets, concessions, and digital downloads.

AMC has more structure and flexibility in how you use rewards, while Regal’s system gives you more choices in what you redeem for.

4. Additional benefits and value

AMC offers more substantial perks through its paid tiers, including free reservations and waived online fees. Regal counters this with robust credit opportunities and sweepstakes like early screenings and merchandise giveaways.

If you’re a heavy viewer, AMC A-List and Regal Unlimited both offer strong value, but with different pricing models and surcharges for premium formats. AMC includes premium formats, while Regal may add a small fee unless your Unlimited plan covers it.

5. Combine loyalty perks with cashback savings

Regardless of the program you choose, you can still boost your movie night savings by paying with a discounted gift card. For example, you can earn cashback with a Regal gift card or get rewards with an AMC Theatres gift card when purchasing through Fluz. These gift cards can be used to pay for tickets, concessions, or even membership fees.

Visit the Fluz homepage to explore current theater cashback offers.

Final thoughts

If you value premium formats and consistent viewing, AMC Stubs A-List offers the most all-inclusive benefits. But if you prefer a free-to-join system with flexible redemption, Regal Crown Club is a solid choice—especially when paired with Regal Unlimited. Either way, combining loyalty programs with cashback gift cards is the ultimate way to save at the movies.