Cinema chairs are recliner armchairs designed around film-watching comfort. The chairs in this range are single-seat electric recliners: you recline at the touch of a button, and each has two built-in cup holders to keep drinks to hand. They suit a dedicated media room or a comfortable film corner in a living room, and because they're individual armchairs you can start with one and add more to build your own seating.
All three recline, but they suit different needs. A general recliner chair is an everyday living-room armchair; a recliner sofa is a shared, multi-seat sofa. These cinema chairs are single recliner armchairs styled and equipped for film-watching - with cup holders and an electric action - so they're the choice if you want individual cinema-style seats rather than a shared sofa. If you'd prefer a wider recliner range, see our recliner chairs; for a shared sofa, look at our recliner sofas.
The range comes in three colours, and colour is the main choice to make. Black is the classic cinema look and hides marks well, suiting darker or modern rooms. Grey is the most versatile neutral, working with almost any scheme. Tan is warmer and more characterful, giving a relaxed, leather-lounge feel. All three share the same electric recliner, Leather Aire upholstery and two cup holders, so the decision comes down to which shade fits your room.
All three chairs are upholstered in Leather Aire, a leather-look finish that gives the appearance and wipe-clean convenience of leather without needing the specialist conditioning genuine leather benefits from, as it contains no genuine leather content. In practice that means a smart, low-maintenance surface that's quick to wipe down - useful on a chair that sees snacks and drinks. Check the individual product page for the exact care guidance.
Each chair reclines electrically, moving the seat and backrest at the press of a button rather than needing you to pull a handle or push back with your weight. Because the mechanism is powered, the chair needs to sit within reach of a plug socket, so it's worth planning its position around one. The smooth, button-operated action makes it easy to find a comfortable film-watching position and to sit up again without effort.
An electric recliner needs clear space to extend, as the footrest comes up and the backrest tilts back. Leave room in front for the footrest and, unless the product page states it's a wall-hugger design, a gap behind for the backrest. Measure the spot with the chair both upright and reclined before ordering, and check the access route - doorways, hallways, stairs and tight turns - against the dimensions on the product page.
Comfortable viewing distance is roughly one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half times a TV's diagonal size, and further for a projector, with the screen centre near seated eye level. Position the chair so you can take in the whole picture without craning, and keep it out of the direct path of windows or lights that could reflect on the screen. Getting the distance and angle right makes as much difference to comfort as the chair itself.
Because these are recliner armchairs built for sitting back, they suit long film sessions, gaming and watching sport equally well. The electric action lets you fine-tune your position, and the two cup holders keep drinks steady through a match or a movie. As with any seat, the best test is time in it, so if you can, try the recline in our Coventry showroom before choosing.
A single armchair is one of the easier pieces of cinema seating to fit into a small room, as long as you allow for the reclined footprint rather than just the upright chair. In a compact space, one or two chairs angled toward the screen often works better than trying to fit a row. Keep a clear walkway and leave space for the footrest to extend. Always check the product page for exact dimensions and measure before ordering.
Leather Aire is low-maintenance: wipe it with a clean, slightly damp cloth to remove everyday marks, and deal with spills promptly rather than letting them sit. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and test any product on a hidden area first. Keep the electric mechanism and its power connection away from spills, and operate the recliner gently to help it last. Check the product page for any model-specific care notes.
All three cinema chairs are in stock. The product listings show delivery within 7 days, with free delivery to England and Wales by a two-person team who bring the chair into your chosen ground-floor room, access permitting. There's little to set up beyond positioning the chair and connecting it to a socket. Old furniture removal is available on request. See our delivery information page for full details.
We stock these cinema chairs in black, grey and tan, all in stock and ready to deliver, with our Coventry showroom team on hand to help you choose. The range holds a 4.8★ Excellent rating from over 4,800 genuine Trustpilot reviews, so you can order with confidence. Spread the cost with PayPal Pay in 3, Klarna Pay in 3 or Pay in 30 (both interest-free), Clearpay, or DivideBuy for longer-term plans, subject to credit check - see our finance options for full terms. Order under our 14-day returns policy, and compare our wider electric recliner chairs and armchairs ranges, or call 02476 705 600 for advice.
