# Distancing Theater Apps Fandango's Guide Helps Fans Safely Return to the Movies By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-06-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theater-app References: [adweek](https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/fandango-movie-theater-reopening-guide/) & [fandango](https://www.fandango.com/) Although movie studios have been releasing new films directly to consumers for on-demand home viewing during COVID-19, [movie theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinema-for-adhd) are preparing to open their doors once again and [Fandango](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fornite-pro-am-2025) is offering a helping hand with its [theater app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flickd). The ticketing company released a guide that offers a roundup of information for over 100 movie theater chains, including their cleaning policies and social distancing seating maps.' To decrease uncertainty, Fandango is helping moviegoers make a confident return to the theater with its easy-to-consult guides. Since all venues will be at different stages and introducing different protocols as they reopen, the guide offers helpful search filters so that users can get information by location, instructional videos and more. Image Credit: Fandango ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **On-demand Home Viewing:** Opportunity for movie studios to continue releasing new films directly to consumers for at-home viewing, bypassing traditional theatrical releases. - **Social Distancing Seating Maps:** Opportunity for technology companies to develop apps and tools that provide real-time seating maps and information in movie theaters to ensure social distancing measures. - **Easy-to-consult Guides:** Opportunity for companies to create user-friendly guides and platforms that provide comprehensive information and resources to help consumers navigate and make informed decisions in various industries. ### Where This Applies - **Movie Studios:** Opportunity for movie studios to adapt their release strategies and explore direct-to-consumer on-demand models for new film releases. - **Technology Companies:** Opportunity for technology companies to develop innovative solutions, such as apps and tools, that enhance safety measures and provide real-time information in various industries, including movie theaters. - **Consumer Information Platforms:** Opportunity for companies to create user-friendly platforms that centralize and provide comprehensive information and resources to help consumers navigate and make informed decisions in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pandemic-Aware Event Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/event-apps.md) - [Real-Time Movie Screening Alerts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinefind.md) - [Celebratory Cinema Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-cinema-day.md) - [Personalized Film Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/movie-me.md) - [Cinematic Exploration Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinema-roadmap.md) - [Cinematic Discovery Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whats-after-the-movie.md) - [Relaunched Streaming Subscription Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moviepass-1.md) - [Mood-Based Movie Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/movie-of-mood.md) - [Movie Recommendation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/film-finder.md)