Carmike Cinemas, Inc. (NASDAQ: CKEC), a leading entertainment, digital cinema and 3-D motion picture exhibitor, today announced the grand opening of the New Smyrna Lux 12 entertainment complex featuring the beautifully appointed luxury electric reclining leather seats in New Smyrna Beach, Florida (1404 South Dixie Freeway). The theatre will open at 11:00am (local time) on Friday, March 13, 2015. Grand opening weekend will feature the finest Hollywood entertainment including the debut of Disney’s highly anticipated Cinderella and 20th Century Fox’s Run All Night. Visit www.carmike.com for exact show times and to purchase tickets.

To celebrate the New Smyrna Lux 12’s debut, guests that attend the theatre will enjoy additional promotions to include:

Stimulus Tuesday – $2 popcorn and $2 fountain drinks with ticket purchase every Tuesday.

Super Bargain Matinee – $5.75 admission prices for all movies between 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm. Standard surcharges for 3-D and special showings apply.

The new 12-screen theatre seats over 1,200 guests in impressive comfort with all auditoriums in this leading-edge entertainment complex equipped with tiered level seating allowing for optimal visibility, comfortable high-back electric reclining luxury seats, retractable armrests and convenient cup holders. The auditoriums in the New Smyrna Lux 12 are equipped with large, wall-to-wall screens, DLP DIGITAL projection and surround sound. Among the other first-class amenities of the new theatre is an upscale lobby area featuring one-stop ticketing with concessions stations for the convenience of all guests.

“We are delighted to bring this prestigious entertainment complex along with the superior service of our associates to moviegoers in New Smyrna Beach, Florida and surrounding communities. At each Carmike location we remain committed to our focus on providing valued guests with first-class amenities and a luxurious environment offering our one-of-a-kind experience. Through bigger screens, better sound, a cutting-edge presentation, and the distinct comfort of our seating we offer a superior entertainment experience that remains unique to Carmike Cinemas,” stated David Passman, Carmike Cinemas President and Chief Executive Officer. “The highly anticipated atmosphere of the New Smyrna Lux 12 complements our vision of bringing this incredible facility to our guests in the New Smyrna Beach area.”

To further enhance the premium experience, Carmike’s customized systems are tuned to a 7.1 speaker array with 16 channels, upgradeable to 11.1 surround sound. This QSC digital audio system is a true revolution in sound technology, with digital audio processing supported by quad-amplified, 4-way speakers, and 21-inch subwoofers.

About Carmike Cinemas

Carmike Cinemas, Inc. is a U.S. leader in digital cinema, 3-D cinema deployments and one of the nation's largest motion picture exhibitors. Carmike has 272 theatres with 2,894 screens in 41 states. The circuit includes 46 premium large format (PLF) auditoriums featuring state-of-the-art technology and luxurious seating, including 28 "BigDs," 16 IMAX auditoriums and two MuviXL screens. As "America's Hometown Theatre Chain" Carmike's primary focus is mid-sized communities. Visit www.carmike.com for exact show-times and to purchase tickets.