IMAX® Films at Pacific Science Center

Boeing IMAX Theater

Wild Ocean 3D
(Opens May 2008)
Experience the massive migration of sardines off the coast of South Africa, an annual event that creates a feeding frenzy among sharks, dolphins, whales, and other big game fish. Witness the migration's strong economical and cultural impact on the various South African coastal communities. →More information

Grand Canyon Adventure 3D
(Now showing)
Water - it's the most important story of the century. As Earth's population expands, our planet's finite fresh water supply grows more and more scarce. Scientists say a crisis is looming. What can be done? Participate in an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River with a team of explorers while discovering the challenges of water conservation and river restoration. →More information

Eames IMAX Theater

Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs
(Now showing through June 2008)
Journey into ancient Egypt and rediscover the tombs of the great pharaohs, including those of Rameses II and his Queen Nefertari. Examine the mummification process and its role in ancient society, and learn how scientists recreate and piece together methods of mummification using a donated body. By studying DNA from mummies, scientists can trace how diseases from ancient times evolved into the diseases of today. →More information

Shackleton's Antarctic Adventure
(Returns March 1 - June 2008)
Experience the extraordinary true story of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton's legendary 1914-1916 British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. While never accomplishing its goal of the first crossing of the Antarctic continent, this expedition has become a testament to heroism and human endurance, with all 28 men surviving nearly two years in the barren, frigid Antarctic after their ship, Endurance, was caught in pack ice and eventually crushed. Through re-enactments, still photography, and 35mm motion-picture footage, experience the greatest survival story of all time. →More information

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens
(May 3 - June 2008)
Marvel at the awesome power of nature as you witness the change evoked by a massive volcanic eruption and the renewal process that followed it. In this Academy-Award nominated film, beautiful photography of the mountain prior to the explosion is harshly contrasted with the apocalyptic post-eruption scenery. Runtime: 25 minutes.

ALL films and exhibits are subject to change without prior notice.