Get a larger-than-life educational experience in our four-story dome Rangos Omnimax Theater, the BIGGEST screen in Pittsburgh. Check out all of our films at the hottest educational venue in Pittsburgh, complete with immersive imagery and sound!

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Animalopolis
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit "Seussian" perhaps, a place of good-natured humor, beauty and just plain fun for kids and their parents. Whether going nose to nose with hippos as they graze upon nature's massive salad bar, eye to eye with dancing polar bears, sea lions turning someraults, or an otter that prays, we are reminded that nature provides us with humor and wonder everywhere. Animalopolis will provide kids and their adults with a journey of smiles and chuckles.

Shackelton's Antartic Adventure
Discover the true story of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ill-fated 1914–1916 British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Witness the heroic struggle of 28 men as they battle the barren, frigid Antarctic when their ship, Endurance, is caught in ice and eventually crushed.

Mysteries of the Great Lakes
Mysteries of the Great Lakes is a timely film that highlights the need for the Great Lakes’ preservation and conservation, and showcases the amazing geography, ecology, science, and history of the lakes region.

Volcanoes of the Deep Sea
Aboard the submersible Alvin, two scientists plunge 12,000 feet into the deep Atlantic as they explore astounding volcanic habitats on the crest of the Mid-Ocean Ridge. Volcanoes of the Deep Sea reveals the unique characteristics of the greatest underwater mountain chain on Earth, its connection to our evolving planet, and its profound influence on life on Earth.

Beavers
Beavers sends students into the aquatic habitat of one of nature’s greatest engineers for close-up look at the life of a beaver family. With breathtaking underwater photography, travel inside the lodge for a rare look at the lives of these charming and industrious creatures.

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Under the Sea
This new ocean adventure will transport students to some of the most exotic and isolated undersea locations on earth, including Southern Australia, New Guinea, and others in the Indo-Pacific region, allowing them to experience face-to-face encounters with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea.

Greece: Secrets of the Past
Experience the wonders of the ancient world in Greece: Secrets of the Past. The birthplace of democracy comes alive through an exciting archaeological adventure that explores the majesty of the Greek islands. Greece: Secrets of the Past merges a contemporary archeological “detective story” with some of the most advanced and painstaking digital re-creations ever undertaken for an IMAX® film.

The Polar Express: An IMAX Experience
Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis reunite for The Polar Express, an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

Hurricane on the Bayou
Hurricane on the Bayou carries audiences behind today’s news headlines on a journey deep into the soul-stirring heart of Louisiana. Shot before and after the unprecedented devastation of Hurricane Katrina and featuring state-of-the-art CGI special effects depicting the height of the storm’s fury, Hurricane on the Bayou brings into focus the startling loss of Louisiana’s rapidly disappearing coastal wetlands that are New Orleans’ first line of defense against deadly storms. The story is told through the personal stories of four musicians, both legendary and rising, who are drawing attention to this environmental calamity.

More Options
Looking for a film on a particular topic? Book an Omnimax film from our library for your field trip or special event. Subject to theater availability. The films below only are available to registered groups at 9:15 and 10:15 am. Shows from 11:15 am-4:15 pm will play according to the long-term schedule.

For more information on any of these films, visit Big Movie Zone.

Grand Canyon: River at Risk (2008)
Set against the immense backdrop of the majestic Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Adventure will take students on an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River in the company of a team of explorers who are committed to bringing awareness to global water issues. Learn about the challenges we face and the many opportunities that exist for conserving and restoring our watersheds. Combining science and adventure with some of giant screen cinema's most compelling imagery and locations, Grand Canyon Adventure delivers a message of hope and inspiration for all people of the world.

The Alps (2007)
An Omnimax film filled with majestic views of Switzerland’s natural beauty, The Alps follows the true life story of mountaineer and journalist John Harlin III, who sets out on an epic personal journey to climb the deadly North Face of the Eiger, the stormiest, steepest peak in all of Europe.

Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs (2007)
Rediscover the tombs of the great pharaohs of Egypt, and examine the mummification process and its role in ancient Egyptian civilization. The film captures the efforts of modern scientists as they tap valuable information from these uniquely preserved ancient remains.

Forces of Nature (2004)
A great paradox underpins our existence: the forces that make life possible also imperil it. In Forces of Nature, audiences will experience the spectacle of tornadoes, floods, erupting volcanoes, hurricanes and their aftermath. Viewers will also learn how these natural disasters occur and what scientists and engineers are doing to predict and prepare for events and to minimize damage in the future. Audiences will be inspired as they meet courageous survivors determined to rebuild.

Journey into Amazing Caves (2001)
Journey into Amazing Caves tells the story of two women, Nancy Aulenbach and Dr. Hazel Barton, who share love for caves and cave exploration. The film tracks these two accomplished cavers as they explore unusual caves, like the ice caves in Greenland and the underwater caves in the jungles of Mexico. On the giant screen, this unique story will transport viewers on an adventure to some of the most extraordinary environments on earth.

Everest (1998)
The dramatic true story of a team of climbers who found hope, strength and triumph in the wake of tragedy. Their successful ascent of Mount Everest just days after fellow mountaineers and friends died there, is a compelling story about the human spirit and a mountain they love, respect and sometimes fear. Everest takes audiences across creaking icefalls and gaping chasms, up dangerous, towering cliffs, through a harrowing rescue, and into the danger zone of oxygen-thin altitude.

Special Effects (1996)
Special Effects tells the behind-the-scenes story of a group of filmmakers whose goal it is to create an extraordinary special effect sequence in this larger-than-life film format. The film begins by showing early inventors—the Lumière Brothers, E.J. Marey and Edison—and how motion picture technology was exploited by artists such as Méliès. Other segments include a history-making re-creation of several of the most breathtaking shots from the original Star Wars film in IMAX® by Industrial Light & Magic and backstage looks at the making of the epic Star Wars Trilogy Special Edition, Independence Day, Jumanji and Kazaam. Examples of key concepts in perception, such as persistence of vision and induced movement, are used throughout the film to explain how filmmakers are able to achieve their illusions.

Yellowstone (1994)
Yellowstone showcases the spectacular beauty, dramatic geothermal activity and wildlife unique to this region. From the quintessential sunrise over the Grand Tetons, a river-running trip with the Hunt Party, to the brink of the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and even down inside Old Faithful, this film captures moments and experiences that one does not encounter on a cursory visit to the park.

To the Limit (1989)
Follow the spectacular feats performed by three athletes—a rock climber, an Olympic skier and a prima ballerina. Encounter the amazing workings of the human body with the use of endoscopic photography while witnessing the complex process behind an athlete's greatest physical achievements.