The majority of them opened in 1913, which was known to be something of a boom year for cinema. Sadly, most of those magical movie theatres have long since been raised to the ground, with many of them making way for luxury flats.
Have a look through our photo gallery to see 16 lost Edinburgh cinemas which many locals still recall fondly.
5. The Capitol, Leith
The Capitol cinema closed in 1961 and was developed into a bingo hall. Photo: TSPL
6. Pooles Roxy, Gorgie Road
Pooles Roxy on Gorgie Road is said to have been a favourite haunt of John Lennon's when visiting his aunt in Edinburgh. Photo: TSPL
7. Alhambra Cinema, Leith
The Alhambra cinema was located near the Foot of Leith Walk but was demolished in the 1960s. Photo: TSPL
8. New Victoria Cinema, Clerk Street
United Wire Works employees queue outside New Victoria cinema for a special showing of the film South Pacific in January 1959. The cinema was rebranded as Odeon in the 1960s. Photo: TSPL