Frequently
(asked) Questions

How can I book my own personal cinema?

You can easily book via our app, which is available in the App Store and the Google Play Store.
The app shows you availability, locations, prices and our 1000+ movie library.
In addition, the same app puts you in control of the movie's volume and pause moment, and the cinema's lighting and airconditioning. On top of that, you use it to call for room service and order your drinks and bites.

Where can I visit TheAnyThing?

We have our own location in Wijk bij Duurstede, and you can find us in  Hotel New York in Rotterdam and Pathé Ypenburg in The Hague.
We aim to open new locations by working with hotels, restaurants and cinema chains. Keep an eye on our social media to stay up to date.

What movies are available?

We are working with a variety of movie distributors to offer a wide range of movies like current blockbusters and evergreens. Here’s a list of our most popular movies.
Download our app, available in the App Store and the Google Play Store, and check out our 1000+ movies library.

Can I pause my movie?

You can.
During your entire viewing you are free to hit the pause button in the app as often as you want, when you want.
The total amount is 15 minutes. After this you will no longer be able to press pause.

Can I get a TheAnyThing gift certificate?

A visit to TheAnyThing is a wonderful gift to give.

We don't have our own gift certificate just yet, but we do accept the Nationale Bioscoopbon. Due to European regulations, a maximum of €50 can be paid using an online gift certificate.

It is also possible to book a room and share the reservation with others. This way, any one in the group can pause, have access to the room controls or order food and drinks. You can use this option to gift abooking too.

My preferred movie isn't available as last minute, is that correct?

Some of our movies need about 72 hours before they get to us from our distributors. Because of this, these can't be booked as last minute.
But we're sure we have other movies to offer you that you would like too.

I can't find any last minute availability in the app, is that correct?

The app shows the current and accurate availability.
If none is shown, this can mean two things:

-All our private cinema rooms are fully booked, or

-There is no availability for the movie you would like to see because of its length.

If the latter is the case, it might be possible to make a booking if you choose a shorter movie.

What are the house rules?

To ensure that everyone has a pleasant experience at TheAnyThing, we enforce the following house rules. Staff members reserve the right to deny entry to or remove guests from the premises for any violation of these rules.

Instructions from our staff must be followed at all times.

  • Staff members reserve the right to conduct random checks to ensure compliance with the house rules.
  • The private cinema rooms are equipped with camera equipment to ensure safety and quality.
  • Entry to the private cinema room requires the presentation of a valid ticket.
  • Guests must arrive on time. The film starts at the scheduled time.
  • All our films have Kijkwijzer age ratings. Staff may ask for identification. If guests refuse or are unable to show proof of age, they may be denied entry. For more information about Kijkwijzer and the related legislation, visit the Kijkwijzer website.
  • Bringing outside food and drinks into the private cinema rooms is not allowed.
  • Pets are not allowed in the private cinema rooms (except for guide dogs).
  • Smoking is prohibited (including electronic cigarettes, vaping, and similar products).
  • (Un)wanted intimacies are not allowed.
  • Both verbal and non-verbal disruptive behavior, are not allowed.
  • Drug use is prohibited.
  • It is forbidden to record the film. Violations of this rule will be reported to the authorities.
  • Guests will be held liable for any damage caused to the private cinema rooms (e.g., to the interior or furniture).
  • The maximum number of guests per private cinema room is equal to the number of seats.
  • Guests are not allowed to touch the screens or projectors in the private cinema rooms.
  • For your own safety, do not look directly into the projector laser as this can cause permanent retinal damage.
  • Parents/guardians are responsible for the actions and behavior of the minor children they bring to TheAnyThing.

I don't receive a code when I try to register in the app, what should I do?

That's unfortunate.
There's several things you can try.

-If you are using a VPN, turn it off.
-Make sure your phonenumber is noted as "+<country code><phonenumber minus 0>". For example: +31612345678.
-Update the app.
-Check you sms inbox to see if the app really wasn't delivered. Sometimes you don't get a notification or a "auto-fill" in your keypad.

If none of these tips work, you should get in touch with us.

My payment failed when I tried to book, and now my preferred time is unavailable. What happened?

As soon as you start a payment for your booking, our system automatically blocks the timeslot.
When a payment fails, the timeslot will remain blocked for 5-15 minutes.
Go back in the app and refresh until the time is available again and you can book again.

Keep an eye on this, because as soon as the time becomes available, other guests can book that timeslot too.

Can I change the movie, date or time after I made my booking?

If you would like to see a differnt movie than the one you booked, you can change the movie uop to 24 hours in advance via your ticket in the app.
You can inly change for a movie which is the same lenght or shorter as your original choice.
For some movies it may take up to 72 hours to order from our distributors. These movies aren't available on short term.

Unfortunately, it isn't possible to change the date or time of your booking..
You can cancel your booking and re-book another time and/or date.
Keep in mind that you if you cancel within 24 hours of your booking, a 50% of your booking fee will be charged as a cancellation fee.

Can I watch a movie with a different audio or subtitle language?

All the movies that we offer are in their original version with Dutch subtitles, unless stated otherwise in the app.

It isn’t possible to change the language of the audio or the subtitles.

We do offer several foreign movies from all over the world in their original version with Dutch subtitles.
Always check the movie’s description in the app for the language of the audio and subtitles.

Can I bring more people to the private cinema room than the maximum occupancy?

No, it isn't allowed to bring more people than the maximum occupancy of the private cinema room.
The maximum occupancy is the same as the total of seats.

No more than 2 people are allowed in the two person private cinema rooms, and no more than 5 people are allowed in the five person private cinema rooms.

However, it is possible to to book a private cinema room for less than the maximum occupancy.

I'd like to dress up the private cinema room for a special occasion, can I?

Unfortunately, due to the private cinema rooms being booked back to back, there isn't much time to decorate.

To make your visit extra fancy, you can always order some of the delicious treats, cocktails or champagne via our room service.

I'd like to watch something that you don't have in your movie library, can something be arranged?

If you would like to watch a movie that we don't currently carry, we can always check with our distributors to see if they can offer it to us.
Just send us a message and we will get right on it.

Currently, it isn't possible yet to watch any of your own content via stream, USB or any other means.

The movie that I want to see is shorter than the available timeslot, but why can't book it?

A timeslot consists of the duration of your chosen movie, 2 movie trailers, 15 minutes of pause time, a countdown of 5 minutes so you can settle in and time to clean up and get the room ready for our next guests.
All of this might add up to a total duration longer than the available time.

I'm running a bit late, what should I do?

First of all, don't worry.
Your booking starts automatically with a 5 minute countdown.
During your movie you can pause whenever you want, with a total of 15 minutes. The controls to do this become available in the app as soon as your booking starts.
If you're running late, we suggest you pause your movie as soon as you have access to the controls in the app. This can be done without you being on the location.
Hopefully this will give you enough time to get to the location.

I'd like to cancel my booking, what should I do?

If you wish to cancel your booking, your room hire fee will only be fully refunded if the cancellation is made at least 24 hours before your booking’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before your booking’s start time, you will receive 50% of your room hire fee.

Cancelations can be made via the app. Click "cancel reservation" on your ticket.

Your refund will be back with you in a couple of business days.

I'm coming by car, where can I park?

At our location in Wijk bij Duurstede, there’s free parking at the Zandweg, the street our location is on.
Pathé Ypenburg has its own paid parking garage.
At Hotel New York, there’s paid parking garages and paid parking lots in the area.

Can I pay my booking or food and beverages with cash?

A booking can only be made via the app, and therefore cannot be paid in cash.

At our location in Pathé Ypenburg, Food and beverages can only be ordered and paid via the app. The controls for this become visible in the app the moment your booking starts.
At our locations in Wijk bij Duurstede and Hotel New York, you can ask one of our colleagues to come to your private cinema room to take your order. These orders can be paid by card or in cash.

How do I order food and beverages?

Food and beverages can be ordered during your booking via the app. The option to order room service, same as the options to control your room and movie, becomes available at the start of your booking.

At our location in Pathé Ypenburg, food and beverages can only be ordered and paid via the app.
At our locations in Wijk bij Duurstede and Hotel New York, you can order your food and beverages via the app, and you can also call for one of our colleagues to come to your private cinema room to take your order.
The call button can be found in the app.These orders can be paid by card or in cash.

It isn't allowed to bring your own food and beverages to our private cinema rooms.

Are the private cinema rooms wheelchair accessible?

All our private cinema rooms in Hotel New York and Wijk bij Duurstede are wheelchair accessible.

In Pathé Ypenburg, only The Five private cinema room is wheelchair accessible. All the The Blue private cinema rooms can be reached by stairs.
Would you like to make a booking for two in Pathé Ypenburg, and you or your +1 uses a wheelchair? Send us a message and we'll work something out.

I've cancelled my booking, but can't seem to find the refund in my bank account.

After cancelling your booking, it might take up to 2-3 business days before your refund is in your bank account or credit card.
If you can't seem to find it, search for incoming transactions of the same ammount, or incoming transactions from Mollie.
Refunds will not have "TheAnyThing" stated in the description.

Can I take my dog to TheAnyThing?

It isn't allowed to take any pets, no matter the size, amount of hair or volume of its bark.
You're more than welcome to take your human best friend though.

I'd like to take my baby with me. Can I?

You can take a baby up to the age of 3 years old with you.
For children of 3 years and older, you need to take the maximum capacity of the room in account, e.g., two adults and one 3-year-old is three people. In this case you would need to book one of our five-person rooms.

Keep in mind that all our films have Kijkwijzer age ratings. Staff may ask for identification. If guests refuse or are unable to show proof of age, they may be denied entry. Age restrictions are also applicable on children and babies.
For more information about Kijkwijzer and the related legislation, visit the Kijkwijzer website.

How do I get my own cinema?

Please contact us, we would like to hear your thoughts on adding a personal cinema to your venue.