AMC Hawthorne 12

AMC Hawthorne 12 is a movie theatre located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, in the United States. It operates as part of the AMC Theatres circuit, the largest movie theatre chain in the world, which is owned by AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. The venue is a 12-screen multiplex, as indicated by the "12" in its name, and it serves the northern suburbs of the Chicago metropolitan area. As an AMC-branded location, the theatre offers the standard AMC experience, including first-run Hollywood and independent films, reserved seating, and concessions. Depending on the specific amenities of the site, it may feature formats such as AMC's private-label PLF (Premium Large Format) auditoriums, Dolby Cinema, or IMAX, though the exact premium offerings at this specific location are not confirmed by the available evidence. The theatre is listed on AMC's official website under the Vernon Hills location page. The cinema is a local retail and entertainment destination rather than a standalone corporate entity. It is one of many locations that make up the AMC Theatres chain, which operates hundreds of theatres across the United States and internationally. The Hawthorne 12 name likely derives from its location on or near Hawthorne Parkway or the Hawthorne Mall area in Vernon Hills, a common naming convention for AMC sites. Because the available evidence is limited to its identity as a movie theatre in Vernon Hills, Illinois, further details about its opening date, specific amenities, or historical milestones are not included here. The entry is based on the Wikidata item and the seed introduction, which both describe it simply as a movie theater in Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States.

AMC Hawthorne 12 is a movie theatre in Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States. It is part of the AMC Theatres chain, which was founded in 1920 in Kansas City, Missouri, by the Dubinsky brothers (later known as the Durwood family). AMC grew from a single downtown Kansas City cinema into a national circuit, pioneering the multiplex concept in the 1960s and later the megaplex format in the 1990s. The Hawthorne 12 location represents the chain's expansion into suburban markets, particularly the affluent northern suburbs of Chicago. The specific history of the Hawthorne 12 theatre—such as its exact opening date, original owner, or any renovations—is not documented in the available evidence. The theatre is listed on AMC's official website under the Vernon Hills location, indicating it is an active AMC-branded venue. The name "Hawthorne 12" follows AMC's convention of naming theatres after nearby streets, malls, or landmarks, with the number indicating the screen count. In this case, "Hawthorne" likely refers to Hawthorne Parkway or the Hawthorne Mall area in Vernon Hills, and "12" denotes twelve auditoriums. As a 12-screen multiplex, the theatre offers a range of first-run films and concessions. It may include premium formats such as AMC's private-label PLF, Dolby Cinema, or IMAX, but the available evidence does not confirm which specific amenities are present. The theatre operates as a subsidiary location of AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMC. AMC Entertainment Holdings has been majority-owned by Chinese conglomerate Wanda Group since 2012, though Wanda has reduced its stake in recent years. The Hawthorne 12 serves the local community in Vernon Hills and surrounding areas, contributing to AMC's presence in the competitive Chicago cinema market. Like many AMC locations, it has likely adapted to industry changes such as the shift to reserved seating, expanded food and beverage options, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on theatrical exhibition. However, specific details about these adaptations at this location are not available in the provided evidence.

Local multiplex cinema within the AMC Theatres chain, serving the Vernon Hills and greater Chicago northern suburbs market.

• Movie tickets

  Admission to first-run films across 12 screens.

• Concessions

  Popcorn, drinks, and snacks sold at the theatre.

1. 1AMC Hawthorne 12 - Wikidatawikidata.org
2. 2AMC Hawthorne 12 - Official AMC Theatres pageamctheatres.com