Reviews of Crescent Theater (Movie Theater)

cocokat5712

Such a treasure to have in our community! Thete is nothing like seeing a movie and having it introduced by an awesome human.

Trisha Ryan

We had an amazing time. Loved the drinks and popcorn. The feel of the Crescent Theater was amazing. Very quaint and lively at the same time. Can't wait to go again.

Matt Irvin

This is a cool little independent movie house that shows a variety of films -- some big-time releases, some lesser-known, small productions. Laid-back place where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a beer with your movie. Right in the heart of LoDa, so a great date-night venue.

Zach Huey

An intimate independentovie theater

Takara Barnes

So cute and intimate

Wayne Butler

Great theatre. Wonderful host and very comfortable seating. Best theatre ive ever been too.

Ray Fore

We love this theater.

Michael Edmondson

A local favorite, drink some booze and watch a movie. Great place.

Grandmaster

Awesome theater

Dia Renalda

Fantastic staff. Came out for a Mardi Gras showing of Rocky Horror and was impressed beyond belief. Everyone should go see for themselves!

Michael Laden

We have so much fun here - the movie selection is an excellent mix of quirky, art house, indie and the occasional mega blockbuster. PLUS it is a locally-owned small business in DOWNTOWN Mobile. PLUS you can purchase and consume adult beverages while watching the movie. If you want a vibrant scene support your local business'. See movies at the Crescent!

Lenard Calhoun

The only place to see indie and Oscar caliber films. The owner is friendly and inviting. The only theater you can buy and drink alcohol in.

Susan Berent

Love this sweet home Alabama theater in the heart of downtown Mobile. 2:00 matinee then stride down to Haberdasher for Happy Hour!

Derek Wirz

We watched A Star is Born at the Crescent Theater! It was the best movie experience you could have! Max, the owner is so much fun and makes you feel right at home. When you are in Mobile, check this place out!

Kim Harrison

Cool little locally owned theater in old downtown Mobile. They show one film at a time, and the place has a chill vibe.

Will Menas

Historic theater located in Downtown Mobile. Very simple, as it only has one showing room, but the experience is fantastic. The owners take the time to know their patrons and are very knowledgeable about the theater's history and the movies they choose to show. Great beverage selection as well.

Sasha Aistrop

This is a great one screen theater! The first couple rows of seating are recliners. The are comfortable but kind of close together. The movie starts promptly at the times stated, 2, 6 & 8 pm. The staff is friendly. There are light concessions but the theater serves beer and wine! Not a place you would bring young children, all of the movies I've seen advertised are rated PG-13 or R. I would recommend this as a cool little spot to check out with friends or if you're on a date downtown.

Sara Campbell

The shows here are fantastic and amusing. The crew is wacky and fun and always makes you feel like you belong. The theater is always clean and tidy. Drinks are served cold and popcorn is always made fresh. Highly recommend you see a show here.

laine casallo

Awesome atmosphere and perfect location!

Jennifer Cashman

A wonderful small theater in the heart of downtown Mobile. Get there early to get one of the squishy recliners!

Frank Willst Vasquez Mendoza

Teatro para entretenerse

susan young

Love the nostalgia of the old theater!! Always a treat ; wish I could get there more often !!!

Wendy James

Love the quaint, downtown setting and the friendly, hands on owner.

Katherine Sanders

“Those Recliners!” My husband and I saw "Sully" at the Crescent Theater last week, and it was a terrific experience. The movie was great, but the theater itself is really marvelous. Lots of drink and snack options, huge comfortable recliners (in the front two rows -- get there early to snag one) and even blankets.

Elizabeth Guzman

It's was packed! Great movie. Make sure to come early and pre buy tickets got full fast!

Heidi Wilensky

Loved this place. It's clean & comfortable.

N Claytron

I've never known anything about the movie I'm walking in to, but it's always a great experience. The recliners are fantastic, the owner is awesome, and the atmosphere is perfect. Check out The Crescent.

Sheila Turner

Great atmosphere

Jeffery Morrow

Great little theatre showing independent films you won't find elsewhere. Good beer and wine selection. Love the staff.

Parker McGee

Went to see Rocky Horror Picture Show. Absolutely amazing, don't pass up an opportunity to attend

Noel Nichols

Awesome local theater!

Chris Murray

Best damn place on dauphin street.

MARK YOUNG

Small theatre. Looks great but very limited showings and not often open. Call before you go even if it is listed as open. We never got in but had to look through the windows. The times on the door said it was open but there was a note on the door with a phone number to call.

Brian Wright

This is a great little independent theater in downtown Mobile. Max and crew does a fantastic job! Go catch a movie there!

Susan Moore

GREAT theater! My husband and I go to this theater every time we are in Mobile. It is so nostalgic, comfortable, and the shows are always delightful. It is so nice to step back in time to simpler things like this wonderful little theater.... a breath of fresh air! We love to take our grandchildren there also.

Marshall OHern

The Crescent Theater is the best place to see a movie!

Connie Willis

Owner was helpful and informative. Movie was great!

David Clay

This theater is, to me at least, the best thing that has ever happened to downtown Mobile. Just go. Go, even if you haven't heard of the movie that's playing.

Mary J Sanspree, PhD

Great venue for the movie! Friendly atmosphere and staff welcoming.

Wes Allday

Excellent atmosphere and the owner is amazing. You won't find a better theater experience than this! If you have the opportunity to catch a movie here, don't pass it up!

Ravinder Dhaliwal

Fun place to come watch a movie, owners are great, popcorn is nice and salty/buttery.

Terry Canova

Looking for an alternative movie experience? This is your place. Want a bucket of popcorn? Thats at the other places. But you can get wine here.

Jennifer Stein

What a great experience!!!!

Jerome James

Awesome. Just Awesome!! I will be back and bring others with me. Amazing service!!

Doris Dean

One of my favorite places!

Dick Whiting

Best arthouse cinema and theater around. Nice recliners in the first few rows(blankets available). Good beer selection.

Angela Cuthkelvin

Small and cozy

Claudia McCalla

What a great way to see movies. It's a small venue with lots of charm and a live mc. If you get there early, you can get one of the super cushy recliners on the front row.

William Barron

I had a great experience here. Enjoyed a few craft beers ($5 per), my wife enjoyed some wine. The recliners were SO comfortable. And the picture quality and sound were not lacking anything. I will be back.

Sandra Morris

Love the Crescent Theater and Yesterday was a great movie!

Steven Flaskerud

Excellent selection for one screen local film theater.

Billie DeView

Always a treat to see a movie here. I love being welcomed and having the movie introduced by a real person. Thank you Mobile for helping to keep the Crescent Theater open.

Amanda Correro

Everytime I have been to the Crescent, it has been an experience. I love that someone always introduces the film and tells you a bit about it. There are recliners up front, if you can get to the show early enough. Also provided: AIRPLANE BLANKETS!!! I am always cold in the theater...so this is AWESOME in my book. Also, if you need anything during the movie, help yourself and you can square up as you leave. Did I mention that the prices were ridiculously reasonable? It is an incredible, incredible place that we are so very lucky to have in Mobile.

angela salter

Great little theatre with beer, wine, and other selections as well as popcorn. Get there early and you can sit in a recliner.

Enzo El-Farkh

Great except for the exit signs being visible through the screen. I got used to it but still

Shanda Lyons

Morning expensive than big theater but great experience! Drinks served!

Erik O'Neal

Great Atmosphere

Hellacious Hustler

Whole experience is comfortable and amazing all at the same time. I'd prefer to go to the Crescent always and never step foot inside a large movie theatre again.

Stephen Rittenhouse

Went to see Bohemian Rhapsody on opening night. I didn't even know this place existed, it just happened to be across the street from the restaurant I had dinner at. Great seating, way better than I expected. Cleaner than any theater I've visited in probably 20 years. The owner came out and talked to the audience before the show; he's clearly passionate about cinema, and loves what he does. I simply cannot recommend this place enough.

Ravyn SilverShadow

I always have a great time when Rocky Horror Picture Show comes around!

kristen m.

Artsy movies, great selection of wine & beer, blankets!, comfy seats, sweetheart owner. This is my favorite place in Mobile.

Kiplynn Underwood

A great little theatre. The seating is situated in such a way that any seat is a good seat. It serves wine and beer as well as the regular fare. The films it shows are always good.

Nathan

Only place in Mobile to watch some movies. Great atmosphere with beer and wine to have with the movie.

Pam Britton

Great little theater . We saw the Rocky Horror Picture show . It's a cool little place in the middle of dauphin street. I did like buying tickets ahead online. I will be back.

Buu-Tran Duong

I went to crescent theater to go to The Rocky horror picture show! It's a little small, but The Rocky horror picture show feels more traditional, so I felt more at home. It was pretty clean, and the seats were comfortable!

Alice grayson

Old school amazing go!

Jess B

Great selection of movies. Very fair pricing on concessions. Nostalgic feel. We always have a great night out at Crescent. You should go.

Mike Rands

The best theatre!

Richard Hill

Incredible, historic theater in downtown Mobile. Awesome staff, very personable. We look forward to seeing whatever eclectic film they have showing when we are in town.

Teri Pickering

LOVED IT - ALWAYS DO!!

Dr. Joe Wishon

A lovely local establishment.

Michelle Conner

I absolutely LOVE this theater! The lobby is always covered in awesome posters, the guys who own it are completely sweet and amazing. The theater is always, always clean and the most comfortable seats you can imagine. Helpful hint: get there about a half hour before the show and you might be able to sit in the amazing front row recliners! The regular seats are comfortable as well, but those recliners are to die for. Excellent movies are shown always, this theater is a gem and worth coming back to again and again.

George B

Love the layout... The theater was a nice surprise. Glad I stopped in.

Sofia Kulakowski

Awesome movie experiences!!!

Johnnie Fitts

Quaint little theater on Dauphin Street. Clean, quiet. Really decent prices for the movie and snacks.

Raila Langham

It's like watching a movie in the comfort of your own home!

Annette Holmes

We love this beautiful little lower Dauphin Street downtown theater! It is clean, quaint and provides a unique experience. So nice to be able to sit back and enjoy a wine and a movie while out on the town!

Garrick Ogburn

Been enjoying great films here for years. Great movies that I would have missed, many off the radar.

Alex Kohler

Awesome movie. Authentic old theater

Jana Shephard

This was amazing! Great experience! Cannot wait to go back!

Joyce Champion

We saw Rocky Horror last night, had a great time! Brought back memories and enjoyed getting in the mood with our costumes. The cast and employees were great!!! Loved the place!

Carlos Soto

I cannot stress enough how much I love this place. Between the absurdly cheap price point and the showcase of quality films, this locally owned single screen theatre is an intimate and unique experience. I recommend showing up early enough to claim one of the armchair seats in the first two rows, then kicking back with a beer or wine, as this venue also includes adult beverages in their refreshment selection.

Ali Zeidan

Cozy theater with great hospitality.

Amanda Wilkins

Such a cozy experience when I go to the Crescent. No frills, down-to-Earth movie experience. I enjoy the intimacy of the theater and have always been stimulated by the movie selection. Great local favorite.

Lisa HOWELL

A very cozy informal atmosphere. Great movies.

David Horn

Great customer service, you won't find anywhere else! One of a kind place.

Walker Richardson

lovely, quaint, and full of character. You'll love the experience even if you're not interested in the movie (which in unlikely since they show select movies.)

Julie Hoagland

Great place to see a movie!

Lillian-Lotus Buccola

Came here for Captain Marvel. Even though it was crowded in the lobby for a minute it was very roomy in the actual theater. Prices are not much different from up the way. Staff is super nice and helpful. Bathrooms are clean and maintained. And for the adults, they have booze!

Joseph Walker

Lovely place Great atmosphere Definitely going to be back Hope the place has many years to come

Bill Turner

This theater is amazing and really friendly! It has a luxurious and old time style. They sell alcohol along with all the other concession food you love like candy, soda and poocorn. I go here a lot to see interesting movies you wont find at the regular movie theater.

Chad Taylor

Awesome experience. Glad we went. Host was awesome as well! A must go, especially if ur staying downtown. Near the square and all the restaurants/bars.

Mary Wilstrup

Such a fantastic hidden gem of Mobile! I would rather drive downtown to see movies at Crescent than deal with large box theatres anywhere else! Highly recommended

Allerleirauh05

charming place, no previews

John Cowart

Very comfortable and inviting theatre. Very personable experience. Recliners with blankets!

David Presnell

Very nice experience, small pre-megaplex theater

Natalie Vadnais

Blast to the past, a theater that has all the upgrades but has remained true to its' roots. And... the wine selection is excellent. We were visiting from Phoenix and the owner greeted us with hospitality. What a great find!

Ann Vanderhart

Awesome

joseph rowe

Go see a movie, have a beer, and popcorn. Repeat.

Richard Maust

Bar none the most unique and enjoyable movie expience available. No beginning ads, no long trailers before the movie starts, just a very passionate owner introducing the film in person. Go early pick a theatre recliner up front and prepare to enjoy yourself immensely

Walter Geiger

The chairs, decor, it's an oasis from the hussle of downtown. More people should retreat here and enjoy a movie and popcorn to relax.

ruben tate

Not bad for a hole in the wall movie theater. Alcohol even better

Christina Hayes

The Crescent Theatre is a MUST on your trip to Mobile. This quaint, locally owned Independent theatre is just the best place to see a film. You’ll feel right at home with that southern hospitality. Just saw Rocketman, lounged in the recliners and enjoyed every moment. Plenty of beer, wine and soft drinks to wash down the popcorn and candy.

Kim McElderry

Great little one screen theater downtown. Friendly staff will sometimes talk to the audience about the movie before the show. If the is no attendant, beverages are on the honor system.

Carol Williams

Clean, comfortable and a great host. I've truly enjoyed all the movies that I've seen there. They not only have candy and popcorn but also adult beverages available.

Edward Flotte

Best theater in Mobile / Alabama / Gulf Coast (/ US)

Jay Aldous

As always this was a great experience.

Holly Murphy

Our only local art-house cinema! I love the Crescent and their range of quality films. The staff knows their movies, and there is always an introduction before each film. They show limited previews of coming attractions, which is also nice. Beer, Wine, snacks and popcorn. Ge there early if you want to snag a recliner.

Joseph Simmons

Love the vintage atmosphere and the excellent service. Thank you for such quality.

jessi blooming

Always my favourite part of visiting downtown mobile!! Never been disappointed and the cozy chairs and snacks are a plus

John Blair

Fun! Oh, and they were selling and drinking beer in there too! Ahhhh and they had stadium seating and mmmm.... I DID NOT like the new Mary Poppins, but movie aside we liked the Crescent Theater because it reminded us of Theaters in 1964 when we saw the GOOD (first and only; really) Mary Poppins. Soooo.... SeE MOVIES at the Crescent Theater, 208 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602 and reminisce days GONE when "If you invest your tuppence wisely in the bank, safe and sound, soon that tuppence, safely invested in the bank, will compound! And you'll achieve that sense of conquest, as your affluence expands! In the hands of the directors, who invest as propriety demands! " Ha!!! Th... Tha... Thats ALL FOKLS!!!!

Nandi Crawford

I went there a few years back when The Help came out and the owner was very gracious to me when I came in the theater. I have wanted to come back but plan to next week.

FLORENCE Crawford

I. Love this quaint little theater. I hope it never closes.

Sonni Hegarty

Awesome

Travis Rogers

My favorite place to see movies around. Great selection, delightful atmosphere, clean accomodations and the nicest people. Not to forget their great pop-corn. One of my favorite places.

David Menaker

Best neighborhood theater anywhere!

Adrian Williams

Cool theater. Saw "Going In Style" here while finishing off two Coronas. Try doing that anywhere else in this city!

Michael Looney

This hidden gem is the best theatre in Alabama. Max Morey is amazing!!

Susanne Kelly

I love the Crescent. I go every time the films change because it doesn't matter what is playing, all the films that show at the Crescent are high quality. It's independently owned by someone who knows and loves movies. It's a real pleasure to see a film at the Crescent because all of the other attendees are there for the film, not to chatter, text or cause other distractions. A bag of popcorn, a Dr. Pepper, a terrific film - my treat to myself!

Aimée Elisabeth Mialvic

I love, love the Crescent, but God I wish they would quit playing "A Star is born." Its running too long..I was exited to see the Dames movie, and then back to this...ugh..

Rachel Sholler

Wonderful place ☺☺☺. You will love it!!! Great movies and great snacks. Super-Charming!!!

K Nelson

Favorite little theater

Christina Jones

This is a jewel. I always come with my grandmother.

Charles Desire

Wonderful theatre and cool atmosphere..

Audrey Kramer

Love the atmosphere of this place!

Elizabeth Miller

Great place to see a movie and support a small local business. Arrive early to claim your recliner! Grab drinks and snacks during the movie and pay afterwards!

Casey Frawley

I don't usually share negative experiences like this because everyone has an off day. However, tonight's experience was unlike anything I've ever experienced and I'm still really upset! My sweet mother bought tickets online for me and my two girls (5 & 13) to see lala land tonight (a new musical with Ryan Gosner) at Crescent Theater. We got there and after standing in line outside for 20 mins the owner stopped us right at the theater doors and yelled at my 5yr old first asking her "What are you doing? This is not for kids! You absolutely cannot go in there!" Then he looks at us and says "This is NOT a daycare center! This movie is pg 13!" I honestly thought he was kidding but he continued to yell at my mom and I for bringing a child into his theater for a pg 13 movie! And I promise you he made a huge scene in front of a crowd of people! He insisted that he give us our money back and proceeded to walk us out! I was in total shock and still cannot believe how he treated us! If he truly felt so strongly about Avery seeing a pg 13 movie he could've quietly pulled us aside instead of publicly humiliating us. I will never step foot in this place again and will make sure that EVERYONE knows how hateful this man was to us including my 5yr old and my 60yr old mother!!! Please don't waste your breath telling me anything positive about the owner or this theater. There's no excuse for treating people the way he did tonight...none. And PLEASE feel free to share because I'd never want anyone to be treated the way we were tonight. Make sure you copy and paste my story when you share otherwise all they'll see is the picture and original post. #crescenttheatermobile #maxmorey

Terri Kaiser

It was a truly wonderful experience.

Sherita Fantroy

My husband and I love this place. It's pretty cool. This small movie theatre has lounge chairs and a hige variety of beer and wine to enjoy your movie with.

Melissa Milam

Really cool theater, any theater that serves beer and wine is A-OK in my book.

Bryan Hodges

Very cool place in the middle of LODA. If you live in Mobile you have to experience it! Go early and grab coffee at Serdas or have a meal at the local restraunts. If you are in a hotel Downtown Mobile- take a walk to it!

Cheryl Hampton

We were a little late getting to the movie. The fellow told us to hurry and pay when we left. He also said to get whatever concessions we wanted and pay later. Wild. Quaint. Fun.

Ultreya

An independent movie theater in downtown Mobile! Must experience this regularly. First to have recliners in front, and an adult beverage selection. Supporting the community so well, hosting local film festivals, special showings as fundraisers, hanging local art, selling artist-made recycled notebooks + more. Like popcorn n candy. Operator Max Morey is an asset and great person. Bravo! Support locally run.

klw575

Very cozy and quaint. It felt much more comfortable than a large theater