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.
13. The Palace Cinema, North Bridge
The Palace Cinema on the left which was closed and demolished in the 1950s. Photo: TSPL
14. The Regent Cinema, Abbeyhill
The Regent cinema in Abbeyhill was earmarked for demolition in the 1970s. Photo: TSPL
15. The Jacey, Princes Street
The Jacey on Princes Street which showed a variety of news reels, cartoons and the odd slightly saucy flick. Photo: TSPL
16. The Caley Cinema, Lothian Road
The Caley Cinema is now a Wetherspoons pub. Pictured is the dog who played Bobby outside the cinema for the premiere of Disney's Greyfriars Bobby film. Photo: TSPL