As MoviePass grapples with outages, here are three movie subscription alternatives

MoviePass was revolutionary in getting people to the movies again, thanks to its subscription-service model that let customers see one movie a day, every day, for less than $10 a month.

Unfortunately, the incredible deal doesn’t appear to be sustainable as MoviePass grapples with outages and outraged customers.

However, while MoviePass may offer the best deal when it comes to movie-viewing, other, similar services exist for movie-lovers looking for a replacement.

AMC Theatres is the largest theatre chain the world - and it has its very own MoviePass-esque subscription service.

Although slightly more expensive at $19.95 a month, with a cap of three movies per week, the AMC version appears to have what it takes to sustain the service.

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Customers can use their tickets to see any movie format, including IMAX, 3D, and AMC Prime. The service also offers subscribers a 10 per cent discount on food and drinks - and it can be used at any of AMC’s more than 600 locations.

There are no blackout dates, but there is a three-month minimum commitment.

This subscription is affordable at $9 a month - but it comes with limitations.

For the $9, you get one discounted movie ticket a month. However, you can use your membership to buy discounted additional tickets for friends - and everyone will receive 20 per cent off concessions if you scan your card.

A bonus perk of the service is that unused credits roll over month-to-month.

Sinemia has multiple pricing models and customers can choose which one suits them best.

For $3.99, you receive one ticket per month or two tickets for $7.99 per month, if you sign up for one of the Classic plans.

With an Elite plan, customers receive two or three tickets a month, one of which can be used for 3D movies - although the price is a bit higher, starting at $9.99 a month.

Family plans start at $7.99 per month.

The service is currently offering a summer sale - and there are no blackout dates or limits on titles.

Customers also don’t have to commit to a plan longer than a month - although they will be required to pay a $20 initiation fee if they don’t.

Or, movie-aficionados can still opt for a MoviePass subscription.

Although the company is currently going through some “technical difficulties,” and introducing new business models on an almost-weekly basis, the deal is still the best - as long as you aren’t interested in seeing just-released movies, as they may be subjected to the company’s new “peak pricing.”