Launched in 2008 by Damlag SAE, an Egyptian telecommunications company, the website offers detailed information about movies, TV series, and stage productions from the Middle East and North Africa region, as well as international works.
[2] elCinema.com offers a comprehensive database of movies, TV series, and stage productions from the Arab world and beyond, with content spanning from the early days of cinema to contemporary works.
[2] elCinema.com offers an exclusive online ticket booking service for cinemas in Egypt, allowing users to reserve seats without waiting in long box office queues.
The website also provides cinema schedules for ten Arab countries, including the UAE, Kuwait, Lebanon, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Jordan, Iraq, and Syria.
[4] In addition to expanding its language offerings and user interface, elCinema.com has continued to focus on providing an extensive and up-to-date database of Arabic and international works, as well as artist biographies and other related content.
As the website has grown, so too has its influence on the Arab entertainment industry, solidifying its position as a key player and essential resource for film, television, and theater information in the region.