How ReelVotes works
Campaign-driven demand decides what gets screened.
Campaign rules
Every campaign has 3 ranked films, a Backing threshold, and an I'd Watch This threshold. Rights are checked after strong demand, and screenings only finalize when rights are confirmed and funding is complete.
The mission
ReelVotes helps independent theaters replace guesswork with validated demand. Community interest and committed backing are tracked separately so campaigns reflect both excitement and real ticket intent. That means more reliable programming, lower risk for theaters, and better odds your community actually gets the movies it rallies around.
Start or join a campaign
Campaigns are built around a theme and exactly 3 ranked movie choices.
Support level
Tap I'd Watch This for interest or Back This Screening to commit to buying a ticket.
Rights check at 70%
When demand hits the trigger, theaters check licensing in priority order.
Funded to screening
If rights are confirmed and backing reaches 100%, the screening gets scheduled.
Frequently asked questions
How many movies are in a campaign?+
Exactly three ranked choices are required in every campaign (Choice 1, 2, and 3).
When does the theater check licensing?+
The theater licensing check is triggered once a campaign reaches about 70% of threshold in either backing or interest.
When is my card charged for backing?+
Backing starts as a pre-authorization. It is only captured if the campaign fully funds and rights are confirmed.
What if none of the three movies are available?+
The campaign closes and cards are not captured.
What if my theater isn't partnered?+
Use the Screenings page to let us know. The team follows up on demand from your city. Screenings