Operator
Hollywood Casino
Launch
13 Jul 2026
Game library
500+
Live dealer
Yes
Compliance record
Jolly First compliance score: 88 / 100
Scored against our published vetting criteria. Clears all three gate criteria. RG Check accreditation held, as required for Alberta market entry. No AGCO or AGLC enforcement action was identified for this operator in this review. Last reviewed 12 July 2026. Payment disclosure: 15 / 15. Payout speed (Within 24h) and accepted payment methods (Interac, Visa, MC) are documented on this listing. Advertising conduct and terms clarity categories are still pending full review and are not yet reflected in this record. Advertising & terms: not individually audited in this review round. Meets Alberta's baseline disclosure and advertising requirements under AGLC's 18 June 2026 standards update, which applies to every registered operator as a market-entry condition.
What players need to know
Hollywood Casino launched in Alberta on 13 July 2026, confirmed directly by PENN Entertainment: the company announced the launch of theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino alongside standalone theScore Casino and Hollywood Casino apps, available on iOS, Android, and web from day one. Source: PENN Entertainment press release, 13 July 2026 → The platform includes AGLC's GameSense responsible gambling programme, with deposit limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion available from launch.
Pros and cons
What works
- PENN Interactive infrastructure with proven Ontario track record
- Shared account ecosystem with theScore Bet
- AGLC licensed for July 13 launch
- US brick-and-mortar brand recognition
What to know
- Less Canadian brand recognition than theScore Bet
- PENN Interactive budgeting for losses in Alberta through 2026
- Welcome offer terms should be confirmed directly on-site, as with any operator
Launch Offer
100% match up to CA$1,000 on first deposit
Full terms confirmed at signup. Jolly First does not alter or guarantee operator offer terms.
Visit Hollywood Casino →Frequently asked questions
Is Hollywood Casino legal in Alberta?
Yes. Hollywood Casino is AGLC-registered and confirmed live in Alberta as of 13 July 2026, with AGLC's GameSense responsible gambling tools built in from launch.
Who owns Hollywood Casino?
Hollywood Casino is operated by PENN Interactive, which also operates theScore Bet in Alberta.
Does Hollywood Casino have sports betting?
Hollywood Casino is primarily a casino product. theScore Bet is PENN Interactive's sportsbook brand in Alberta.
