What independent movie theaters are in Chicago, IL?

Lumina lists 5 verified independent movie theaters in Chicago, Illinois: ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park (regional independent, 5238 S. Harper Avenue), Chicago Filmmakers (nonprofit, 1326 W. Hollywood Avenue), Facets Cinematheque (nonprofit, 1517 W. Fullerton Avenue), Gene Siskel Film Center (art house, 164 N. State Street), and Logan Theatre (historic, 2646 N. Milwaukee Avenue). Chain multiplexes aren't included; every listing links straight to the theater for showtimes and tickets.

Is there an art house cinema in Chicago?

Yes. Chicago Filmmakers, Facets Cinematheque, and Gene Siskel Film Center program independent, repertory, or international film in Chicago.

Which theaters near Chicago serve food or drinks?

ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park in Chicago (7.9 mi), Lyric Theatre in Blue Island (17 mi), and Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove (20 mi) offer dine-in service or a bar.

What is the closest drive-in theater to Chicago?

Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In in Gibson City, IL, about 107 miles away, is the nearest drive-in Lumina has verified.

Are there historic movie theaters in Chicago?

Logan Theatre (opened 1915) is a historic theater in Chicago.

Chicago, Illinois

Movie theaters in Chicago.

Lumina has verified 5 independent movie theaters in Chicago, Illinois: ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park, Chicago Filmmakers, Facets Cinematheque, Gene Siskel Film Center, Logan Theatre. Every link goes straight to the theater for showtimes and tickets.

ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park

Chicago, IL

A neighborhood multiplex in Hyde Park showing current wide releases, run by a small Chicago-area chain. The location has an on-site pizza kitchen, a taphouse and an arcade.

Regional independent

Chicago Filmmakers

Chicago, IL

A Chicago film arts nonprofit that runs screenings and community events at its Firehouse Cinema in Edgewater, and presents the Onion City experimental film festival and the Reeling LGBTQ+ festival.

Nonprofit

Facets Cinematheque

Chicago, IL

A nonprofit film center in Lincoln Park, established in 1975, that mixes restorations, cult and international titles with short-film festivals and Family Sunday screenings. It also offers film camps and venue rentals.

NonprofitArt house

Gene Siskel Film Center

Chicago, IL

The School of the Art Institute's two-screen cinematheque on State Street, showing international, independent and classic films and hosting festivals such as Black Harvest and the European Union Film Festival.

Art houseNonprofitMuseum / campus

Logan Theatre

Chicago, IL

A Logan Square neighborhood theater showing new releases alongside classics, late-night horror and a trivia night. Adult evening tickets were listed at $12, with $9 matinees.

HistoricIndependent first-run

Finding a cinema in Chicago

What independent movie theaters are in Chicago, IL?: Lumina lists 5 verified independent movie theaters in Chicago, Illinois: ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park (regional independent, 5238 S. Harper Avenue), Chicago Filmmakers (nonprofit, 1326 W. Hollywood Avenue), Facets Cinematheque (nonprofit, 1517 W. Fullerton Avenue), Gene Siskel Film Center (art house, 164 N. State Street), and Logan Theatre (historic, 2646 N. Milwaukee Avenue). Chain multiplexes aren't included; every listing links straight to the theater for showtimes and tickets.; ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park Chicago Filmmakers Facets Cinematheque Gene Siskel Film Center Logan Theatre
Is there an art house cinema in Chicago?: Yes. Chicago Filmmakers, Facets Cinematheque, and Gene Siskel Film Center program independent, repertory, or international film in Chicago.; Chicago Filmmakers Facets Cinematheque Gene Siskel Film Center
Which theaters near Chicago serve food or drinks?: ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park in Chicago (7.9 mi), Lyric Theatre in Blue Island (17 mi), and Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove (20 mi) offer dine-in service or a bar.; ACX Harper Theater - Hyde Park Lyric Theatre Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre
What is the closest drive-in theater to Chicago?: Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In in Gibson City, IL, about 107 miles away, is the nearest drive-in Lumina has verified.; Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In
Are there historic movie theaters in Chicago?: Logan Theatre (opened 1915) is a historic theater in Chicago.; Logan Theatre

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17 independent theaters in the area

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Independent cinemas near Chicago

Lyric Theatre

Blue Island, IL · 11 mi

An art deco Blue Island venue reopened in 2023 that mixes tribute concerts and private events with occasional movie nights. Doors open about 30 minutes before shows, and food can be preordered online.

Arts venueHistoric

Classic Cinemas Lake Theatre XQ

Oak Park, IL · 13 mi

A restored historic theater on Lake Street in downtown Oak Park with seven screens, all with heated recliners, and one premium XQ room with laser projection.

HistoricRegional independent

Classic Cinemas York Theatre QX

Elmhurst, IL · 19 mi

A restored historic theater in downtown Elmhurst with ten screens, heated recliners with reserved seating and two premium XQ auditoriums with laser projection. Tuesday tickets were listed at $6.

HistoricRegional independent

Wilmette Theatre

Wilmette, IL · 20 mi

A nonprofit neighborhood theatre in downtown Wilmette that mixes current releases with live music, storytelling, comedy and film festivals. Wednesday evenings are band nights, and the building can be rented for private events.

Independent first-runHistoricNonprofit

Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre

Downers Grove, IL · 22 mi

A restored 1928 downtown Downers Grove theater with a large main auditorium, 35mm screenings, a full bar and a Wurlitzer pipe organ played on Saturday nights.

HistoricRegional independent

Cine Lounge at Niles

Niles, IL · 22 mi

A Niles theater focused on Indian cinema, with current Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam releases shown with English subtitles, and some premium large-format shows.

Independent first-run