Movies still matter in Dallas, and we have the theaters to prove it. In the past year, Alamo Drafthouse’s North Texas locations have been shuttered (and reopened). Sure, we lost the Angelika Film Center in Plano, and the future of the Inwood Theater has been…indeterminate. But even with that uncertainty, Dallas’s profile in the movie industry has been on the rise, bringing more films (and filmmakers) to the city and its theaters.
As someone who spends so much time in those theaters that some should surely charge me rent, I built this best movie theaters list to highlight the heavy hitters across seven distinct movie-going categories to help you curate the perfect evening out. Whether you are seeking a communal experience, dinner and a show, or just want to disconnect from the world for a couple of hours, there is a theater in Dallas that can give you exactly what you need.
So, without further ado…
The Best Theater in Dallas For…
Amazing Programming – The Texas Theatre
With two screens simultaneously playing the biggest blockbusters of today and the underseen gems of yesteryear, the Texas Theatre has been at the center of Dallas’ filmgoing culture for more than a decade now. A major reason for that is the engaging and varied programming slate they offer…