By some estimates there are over 100 movie theaters in Havana. Don’t expect to find movie theaters with multiple screens under one roof as in the U.S., Mexico or Costa Rica. In fact, most movie theaters are rundown and date from the mid-20th century. However, it is only a matter of time before these mammoth theaters will be built, enabling you to see first-run movies. Nevertheless, many English movies are now shown at tourist resorts and hotels on special cable channels. There are a couple of good movie theatres in Havana. Admission is cheap, but the selection is limited. Currently most movies shown are from Argentina, Russia, Europe, Mexico and the U.S. Most Hollywood movies are shown a about a year after they have been released abroad. A lot of American films are pirated off satellites.