Famous Players

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Famous Players is a Canadian movie theatre brand now operated by Cineplex, offering film screenings and related cinema concessions across select locations in Canada.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
cineplex.com
Owned by Cineplex Inc.

About Famous Players

Famous Players is a historic Canadian movie theatre brand that dates back to the early 20th century and became one of Canada’s largest cinema chains. Today, the Famous Players name is a legacy banner owned and operated by Cineplex, Canada’s dominant film exhibitor, and is used on a small number of theatres that continue the brand’s familiar look and feel. These theatres offer first-run movie screenings, premium large-format auditoriums at some locations, and the usual cinema concessions such as popcorn, soft drinks, and snacks.([wiki.bitter.house](https://wiki.bitter.house/content/wikipedia_en_all_maxi_2024-01/A/Famous_Players?utm_source=openai))

A charge from Famous Players on a card statement typically relates to the purchase of movie tickets (either in person at the box office, at in-theatre kiosks, or online) or concessions such as food and beverages during a visit. Some transactions may also come from advance ticket purchases made through the Cineplex website or app, gift card redemptions with remaining balances paid by card, or fees for special screenings and events hosted at Famous Players-branded locations. Since the brand and ticketing are integrated under Cineplex, the billing system may use internal merchant IDs that show up as numerical codes followed by a descriptor like “FAMOUS PLAYER(S)” or similar.

To verify or resolve questions about a Famous Players charge, cardholders should first check their recent visit history to a Cineplex or Famous Players cinema and look for matching ticket confirmation emails or receipts, often sent from Cineplex with showtime and theatre details. If the charge still seems unfamiliar, customers can contact Cineplex guest services through the support section of cineplex.com, provide the transaction date and amount, and ask them to look up the corresponding booking. It’s also advisable to review any Cineplex account used for online or app purchases, as family members may have used stored cards; if the charge appears fraudulent, the next step is to dispute it with the card issuer after confirming with Cineplex support that no matching transaction can be found.

Bank Statement Variations

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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Famous Players.

  1. 626113945530 famous player #

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my statement show a charge from Famous Players instead of Cineplex?

Famous Players is a legacy theatre brand operated by Cineplex, and some locations still bill under the Famous Players name. Cineplex’s payment processing may use merchant descriptors like “Famous Player(s)” even though the overall company is Cineplex, so the charge is usually for tickets or concessions at a Cineplex-operated theatre that still carries or once carried the Famous Players branding.

What types of purchases can result in a Famous Players charge on my card?

Most Famous Players charges come from buying movie tickets at the box office, kiosks, or online through Cineplex, as well as food and beverage purchases at the concession stand. Charges can also result from advance ticket purchases, special event screenings, or partially paying with a gift card and putting the remaining balance on your card.

Could a Famous Players charge be from an online or app booking?

Yes. Even if you booked through the Cineplex website or mobile app, the underlying merchant descriptor may appear as Famous Players, especially for legacy locations. In these cases, the theatre name and showtime should appear in your email confirmation from Cineplex, which you can match to the date and amount of the charge.

How can I cancel or change tickets associated with a Famous Players charge?

To cancel or change tickets, sign into your Cineplex account on cineplex.com or the Cineplex app, go to your “My Tickets” or “Orders” section, and follow the theatre’s change/refund policy for that specific showtime. If you purchased in person, you may need to visit the theatre box office before the movie’s start time or contact Cineplex guest services for assistance.

How do I request a refund for a Famous Players transaction I don’t recognize?

First, review your Cineplex account history and any email receipts to see if the charge matches a booking you or a family member made. If you still don’t recognize it, contact Cineplex guest services via the customer support channels listed on cineplex.com and provide the transaction amount, last four digits of your card, and date. If Cineplex cannot locate a matching transaction or confirms it was not authorized, contact your bank or card issuer to dispute the charge.

Are small or duplicate Famous Players charges normal?

Occasionally, you may see a small pending amount or what appears to be a duplicate charge if there was a pre-authorization when processing your card at a kiosk or concession stand. One of these should typically drop off within a few business days, leaving only the final settled amount. If duplicate charges remain posted after several days, contact Cineplex guest services with your receipt so they can investigate and issue an adjustment if appropriate.

Can family members using my Cineplex account cause Famous Players charges?

Yes. If your payment card is saved in a shared Cineplex account, other family members may buy tickets for a Famous Players-branded or other Cineplex theatre using your stored card. Check the account’s recent orders and ticket history to confirm whether someone in your household made the purchase before assuming the transaction is fraudulent.

How can I get a copy of the receipt for a Famous Players purchase?

For online or app bookings, log into your Cineplex account and view your past orders to re-access confirmation details; many email confirmations can also be re-sent. For in-theatre purchases, you may need to visit or contact the specific theatre and provide the date, approximate time, and last four digits of your card so staff or Cineplex guest services can attempt to locate the transaction and provide a receipt copy.

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