Whether you’d like a sweet foreign film or the type of story that isn’t often found in you latest Hollywood blockbuster sometimes what need is a quiet evening at the local Indie Theater. Below is a small list of great small run theaters in and around Montgomery County, Pennsylvania that are sure to thrill the Sundance follower in all of us.
Ambler Theater
108 E. Butler Ave. Ambler, PA.
215-345-7855
Built in 1929 Ambler Theater is considered one of the oldest theaters in Pennsylvania. Today it stands as a non-profit community based theater dedicated to the preservation of classic Hollywood and the presentation of modern classics. They host a variety of special events from kid’s matinees to Hollywood classic films and regularly feature local films and present lectures. They also have a special member program that features discount rates and invites to special events.
County Theater
20 E. State Street, Doylestown, Pa.
215-345-6879
Nestled in the heart of Doylestown, the historic County Theater has been a staple of life there since its opening in 1938. The county theater prides itself on being Doylestown’s main outlet for independent, art-house and foreign films. In addition to their regular programming the County also features many special events, children’s matinees as well as local film presentations and events. They have a special features program that features special discounts and invites to events.
Hiway Theatre
212 Old York Road, Jenkintown, PA.
215-886-9800
The Hiway Theatre is an historic first run movie theater located in the heart of Jenkintown. A not for profit, this one screen theatre is devoted to the preservation of the 97 year old institution of film. Like many independent theatres featured on this list, the Hiway offers a members club full of special deals and perks such as free admission to special engagements as well as discount pricing to their films. Highway Theatre is a first run theater, meaning they show mainstream Hollywood films such as The Help, but due to the theaters small size they have a two-three week turnaround on films shown.