cinephile

noun

cine·​phile ˈsi-nə-ˌfī(-ə)l 

: a lover of films : a cinema enthusiast

Examples of cinephile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Since cinephiles know that Imax 70mm is Nolan’s preferred format, most of those showtimes are sold out into September. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 26 July 2026

Longworth’s deep research, erudition, and spectacularly precise elocution have made the now-indie podcast essential storytelling for cinephiles. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 July 2026

That sounds like something cinephile detective John Sugar would say, rather than a man who needs to promote Sugar. — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 15 July 2026

But that framing ignores a few factors, as was pointed out to Deadline by the leader of one suitor committed to safeguarding the company’s unique, cinephile-forward culture. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 14 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French cinéphile, from ciné + -phile

First Known Use

1929, in the meaning defined above