At Harkins Camelview in Scottsdale Fashion Square, a door designed to resemble a freezer leads to a private screening room that can accommodate up to 24 guests. The room includes leather recliners and a dedicated attendant.
The hidden theater, known simply as “the freezer,” is a private screening room concealed behind a fake freezer door, according to The Arizona Republic. It's tucked inside Harkins Camelview at Scottsdale Fashion Square, and the outlet reports the space seats up to 24 people.
What's Inside the Secret Screening Room
Beyond the novelty of the disguised entrance, the room is stocked with real creature comforts. The same report notes the space offers leather recliners, unlimited popcorn and soft drinks, and a personal attendant on hand throughout the reservation.
Guests aren't limited to standard concession fare, either. The report indicates visitors can order food from a specialty menu as well as movie-themed cocktails, turning a night at the movies into something closer to a private lounge experience.
How the Room Fits Harkins’ Private-Event Model
The room is part of a company with a long theater history. According to Harkins Theatres, the independently owned company has 32 locations in four states and more than 90 years of history. Private theater rentals are not unique to Harkins. B&B Theatres says its auditoriums can host corporate gatherings, family celebrations and school events, while Cinemark markets private event spaces for meetings and celebrations, with options to show classic movies or new releases.
Booking It for Parties, Meetings, or Movie Nights
The room's flexibility seems to be part of the appeal. According to the same account, it's suitable for birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, bachelorette parties, and even work meetings, making it a stand-in for both celebration space and conference room.
Film selection is flexible too. The report states guests can request new releases or throwback films, and can even bring their own home movies for a private screening — an option that opens the door to everything from wedding videos to nostalgic favorites.
What It Costs to Reserve the Freezer
Renting out the hidden theater isn't cheap, but it's not out of reach for a group splitting the bill either. Pricing starts at around $1,200, the outlet reports, with the final cost shifting based on several factors.
Those variables include the number of attendees, how long the reservation runs, and whether the booking falls on a holiday or an opening-release weekend, per the same report. For now, exact per-person breakdowns and booking logistics beyond that starting figure haven't been detailed publicly.
