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Stanford Theatre

Movie Theater and Indie Movie Theater
Downtown North, Palo Alto
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    Sandra N.
    "Classic films in an amazing venue and SUPER CHEAP popcorn!"(4 Tips)
    Gina
    "Gorgeous old theatre with old movies"(3 Tips)
    Andrew V.
    "Watch Hitchcock movies here."(2 Tips)
    Barry H.
    "... right price, and Wurlitzer organ, all in a classic space. DONT MISS IT!!!"(2 Tips)
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  • Gina B.heart icon on user image
    Gina BishardJuly 15, 2016
    Love the old b&w movies and real vintage atmosphere, Super friendly staff! Awesome date night, unique and affordable! I was impressed and we have been married for 6 years ;)
  • Chrissy T.heart icon on user image
    Chrissy TaylorJuly 21, 2013
    Absolutely gorgeous theatre, very old fashioned and filled with beautiful classic films. This is a must-see for any film buff, family, or Bay Area classic aficionado.
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    GinaMarch 3, 2017
    Gorgeous old theatre with old movies, red velvet curtains, and a live organ! Cash only!
  • Reims R.heart icon on user image
    Reims ReimersJune 15, 2016
    Buy a ticket and watch all the movies you want that day. Check out the museum to stretch your legs.
  • Barry H.heart icon on user image
    Barry HeardMarch 6, 2016
    I need a "superlike" button for this place. Great vintage movies, right price, and Wurlitzer organ, all in a classic space. DONT MISS IT!!!
  • David C.heart icon on user image
    David CalhounOctober 23, 2018
    Been here 100+ times
    Cash only. Also, you can save money by buying a 4 pack ticket book card for $24 ($1 discount per ticket).
  • Debbie Y.
    Debbie YuSeptember 21, 2012
    Go for the double feature! Awesome organ player! 7 bucks for 2 movies. What a steal! Cheap concessions too.
  • Mariianne C.heart icon on user image
    Mariianne CraryFebruary 28, 2015
    Old Palo Alto at its best. Old movies, live organ music. Hitten gem in busy Silicon Valley.
  • Natalie L.
    Natalie LinSeptember 4, 2012
    classic movies sourced from the UCLA archive ... i especially love going during the holidays, when they show "It's a Wonderful Life."
  • Mona D.heart icon on user image
    Mona DAugust 21, 2016
    This place has the best classic films. Always a good surprise to check what's on.
  • Jessica K.
    Jessica KinlundNovember 9, 2009
    Go here to see true classic cinema. The theatre is beautiful and completely restored and complete with Wurlitzer organ and organist that play before and after each film. $7 tickets for any movie! Read more
  • Sandra N.heart icon on user image
    Sandra NakagawaApril 30, 2016
    Classic films in an amazing venue and SUPER CHEAP popcorn!
  • Sam S.heart icon on user image
    Sam SloanApril 9, 2015
    They have an organ player on the weekends who plays between shows and it is a double feature of classic films. Win, win, in my book! :)
  • James J.
    James JacksonAugust 13, 2014
    Take a look around before the show, there's a great amount of detail at this theatre
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BulkowskiMay 4, 2016
    Old movies, organ, silent movies
  • kumi m.heart icon on user image
    kumi monsterApril 27, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Still wish that they had hot water for tea. But no worries, you can bring it in from elsewhere!
  • Flash S.heart icon on user image
    Flash SheridanOctober 8, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Get the discount block of four tickets.
  • Kian L.heart icon on user image
    Kian LaviJuly 6, 2019
    This place is incredible. The Castro Theatre's spiritual sister in every way.
  • Alexandra I.
    Alexandra IrvingMay 10, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    If you like old films then you definitely need to check this place out. They get all the classics. $7 a movie and they only take cash! :)
  • uǝǝlɥʇɐʞ
    uǝǝlɥʇɐʞFebruary 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    High quality chocolate for low prices. Great deal!
  • Brad M.heart icon on user image
    Brad MauneyJuly 27, 2014
    Best. Popcorn. Ever.
  • Susan W.
    Susan WilhiteNovember 5, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    One ticket gets you a double show if you're up for it. Go ahead. It's okay. That's two golden oldies for $3.50/each!
  • Breno V.
    Breno VieiraApril 5, 2012
    Check the bomboniere, drinks are VERY cheap!
  • Doug R.
    Doug RayJuly 14, 2012
    Get here early to hear the organ.
  • Gordon G.heart icon on user image
    Gordon GarbJanuary 23, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    They sell a four ticket pass for only $24. That's only six bucks per double-feature!
  • Nic M.heart icon on user image
    Nic MirandaOctober 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Big Sleep @ Stanford Theate
  • Rupayan B.
    Rupayan BasuApril 6, 2016
    Look out for film festivals!
  • Andrew V.
    Andrew ViloriaAugust 14, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Watch Hitchcock movies here. They're the best!
  • Amanda R.heart icon on user image
    Amanda ReidAugust 31, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Cash only!
  • Ursula K.heart icon on user image
    Ursula KugelJuly 16, 2016
    Piano music
  • Kathryn H.heart icon on user image
    Kathryn HymesMarch 2, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Date night ftw
  • Gordon G.heart icon on user image
    Gordon GarbJune 20, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    "That's a nice dress you almost have on. What holds it up?". "Modesty"
  • Allison J.
    Allison JonesMarch 7, 2010
    I watched a couple movies from the Akira Kurosawa festival. Epic!
  • Joanne F.
    Joanne FraserJune 27, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Check in before you enter- poor connections
  • Amanda R.heart icon on user image
    Amanda ReidAugust 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    They only take cash...
  • Martin R.
    Martin RuhligDecember 6, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    It's a Wonderful Life. See it Christmas Eve.
  • Kelly
    KellyMarch 26, 2010
    Good for a date :)
  • Skipper E.
    Skipper EverlingJuly 19, 2010
    Browse the connected film museum hall!
  • Princess Susannah G.
    Gone with the wind here is excellent!!!
  • Adam G.
    Adam GaigeOctober 6, 2009
    Hitchcock Festival
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