Russell & Smith Ford

Sep 27, 2019

Best Movie Cinemas Near HoustonWith a lot of hit movies expected to release this fall, now is a great time to choose your preferred movie theater. Fortunately, you have many exceptional cinemas to choose from in the Houston, Texas, area.

iPic Houston

iPic Houston is conveniently located in the River Oaks District. Although newer to the Houston area, it has already earned a reputation as one of the most luxurious places to catch a movie. Become a member and you will receive discounts on movie tickets and food, invitations to early screenings, and priority access to some of the most anticipated movies this year.

You don’t have to be a member to enjoy the perks offered at iPic Houston. Enjoy a delicious meal, delivered right to your plush leather seat or grab a bite to eat before the movie in The Tuck Room. Every seat in this theater also comes with your own plush blanket and free unlimited popcorn.

Cinemark 19 and XD

You will enjoy the latest release at Cinemark 19 and XD with luxury loungers with extendable footrests, upgraded Cinemark technology, and IMAX theaters. Many of the movies at Cinemark and XD are also available in RealD 3D, which means you can immerse yourself right in the movie. Make sure you sign up for the membership club which gets you discounts on concessions, waived online booking fees, one free 2D ticket each month, and access to a special discount day, just for Cinemark 19 and XD members.

Alamo Drafthouse

Just one visit to the Alamo Drafthouse and you will see why so many Houston locals choose it as their preferred movie theater. The Alamo Drafthouse ditches the boring movie theater food and replaces it with a full scratch kitchen so you can enjoy a real meal while you also enjoy your movie.

Another thing that sets the Alamo Drafthouse apart from other theaters is the level of theater passion you will find here. The Alamo Drafthouse screens their employees not based on experience, but instead on their dedication to the film industry. You can ask an employee for a film recommendation or just chat with them about the move you just watched.

Regal Grand Parkway 22

Make sure you have plenty of time to check out the Regal Grand Parkway 22 when you visit because you are definitely going to want to stick around after the movie. In addition to 22 movie theaters, Regal Grand also has an arcade, bowling alley, and a full restaurant on-site.

Because there is so much to do, this theater makes for the perfect date night or birthday party destination. True movie enthusiasts will enjoy the movie-watching experience in one of the D-Box seats. These exclusive box seats come equipped with motion-controlled seating so you will feel like you are right there in the middle of the action.

Whether your idea of a great movie-going experience is a large bowl of popcorn or a cold drink in a reclining seat, you are sure to find it one of these local theaters. Grab a few friends or your significant other and check out a few of Houston’s top theaters.

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