Edwards Cinemas is my family's #1 choice when it comes to favorite movie theater in Bakersfield.  We come here almost every time we go to the movies.  I like the free membership that...

Edwards Cinemas is my family's #1 choice when it comes to favorite movie theater in Bakersfield.  We come here almost every time we go to the movies.  I like the free membership that their owners, Regal Entertainment Group (which also ownes United Artists) offer.  People who sign up for that membership (like me) earn points every time they use their membership card when buying tickets and concessions.  For every so many points they earn, they can get free stuff like popcorn and once they reach a certain level (I believe its 120 points) they can get better offers ( such as free movie tickets) for every so many points they earn.  Members can also sign up for their free email newsletter which previews upcoming movies and shows members which movies they can buy tickets for and receive bonus points.  When buying tickets or concessions, members can simply give their membership card to the cashier, who then swipes the card, which then awards any applicable points.  The cashier then returns the card to the member.  Also, service is usually pretty good and popcorn and drinks are usually good and fresh.  Also, the staff tries very hard to keep the place clean.  And they have nice "stadium seating."  I highly recommend Edwards Cinemas as a place to take the family, but be aware that it can get crowded, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, but crowds aren't usually a major issue if you go to an afternoon matinee.