Movie theaters in San Rafael.
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center is the independent movie theater Lumina has verified in San Rafael, California. Every link goes straight to the theater for showtimes and tickets.
Finding a cinema in San Rafael
- What independent movie theaters are in San Rafael, CA?
- Lumina lists 1 verified independent movie theater in San Rafael, California: Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center (art house, 1118 4th Street). Chain multiplexes aren't included; every listing links straight to the theater for showtimes and tickets.
- Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center
- Is there an art house cinema in San Rafael?
- Yes. Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center programs independent, repertory, or international film in San Rafael.
- Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center
- What is the closest drive-in theater to San Rafael?
- Solano 2 Drive-In in Concord, CA, about 26 miles away, is the nearest drive-in Lumina has verified.
- Solano 2 Drive-In
Lark Theater
Larkspur, CA · 2.5 mi
A community-run Art Deco theater in downtown Larkspur that pairs limited-run and indie films with filmed opera and theater, family matinees, classic revivals and live jazz.
Presidio Theatre
San Francisco, CA · 13 mi
A Chestnut Street neighborhood theater in the Marina District, run by Lee Neighborhood Theatres. It shows a rotating slate of independent films, a documentary and the occasional classic alongside bigger releases.
Marina Theater
San Francisco, CA · 13 mi
A Chestnut Street neighborhood theater in the Marina, run by Lee Neighborhood Theatres, showing a small rotating selection of current films and occasional special screenings with Q&As.
4-Star Theatre
San Francisco, CA · 13 mi
A 1913 Richmond District neighborhood theater run by a nonprofit and known for repertory and cult screenings, such as Willy Wonka, Brazil and a local film club.
Balboa Theatre
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi
A 1926 Outer Richmond neighborhood theater run by a nonprofit, with a nightly mix of repertory and cult films, some on 35mm, and themed events like live drag screenings.
Castro Theatre
San Francisco, CA · 15 mi
San Francisco's 1922 landmark movie palace, reopened in 2026 after a $41 million renovation. It now books concerts and comedy alongside film events, and hosts the SF Silent Film Festival.