Reviews of Nickelodeon Theatre (Movie Theater)

Linda Sulejman

Great movies..seating kinda tight!

Leyna Ely

Great programming. You get the opportunity to see things here that you can't see anywhere else. I love it every time I go.

Allison Bura

Well kept. Great nostalgic experience. You can tell a lot of care is put into that place.

Melody Rush

Lovely theater. Staff are pleasant and professional. The entire place is immaculate.

Mark Harmon

Columbia's independent film theater is a true gem. A few years ago The Nick moved into its current, beautifully renovated space, which includes includes two theatres. Serves beer/wine. Constantly providing educational opportunities for young and old alike.

Carl Sorensen

Great selection of films that aren't playing at the bigger theaters.

Margi Scotti

Always super nice employees. Can see hard to find and unusual movies here. Always enjoy ourselves when we visit.

Elisabeth

This is Columbia's independent theater as opposed to AMC or Regal. It will run some of the lesser-known but quality films and also sometimes nostalgia reels. The people that run it seem nice and friendly, so that's a plus. It makes it more enjoyable if the people working there like it too. You can drink a beer (or not - I hate beer so I check the 'not' box), have some popcorn, and chill. It's a fun place to go.

Pat Rosenthal

Really nice little theater

Darya Enlow

The Nick always has great films and an amazing space

Maggie Simard

It was an overall awesome experience

Kathy Smith

Love this theater. Just like being a kid again. They show movies that the big box theaters do not. It is friendly movie to go to.

Jackson Nietert

A wonderful quaint theatre! I love their variety of independent films and the local offerings at concessions!

Maria Parker

The film choices are the best in Columbia...unique, cutting edge, and diverse. Wine and beer available for enjoyment during the feature. I enjoy the introduction to the film by the knowledgeable Nick staff. All around- cool place!

Lisa Rains

Love the variety of movies they show!

Curtis Wilson

Always great service and interesting movies

CS Vogt

The Nickelodeon is Columbia's Art House Theatre. Always a great line-up and the best popcorn. Bar none!!

Silvia Clark

Love this intimate movie theater.

Dan Tetrick

Such a great experience. Not even remotely pretentious if you're scared of "hipsters." Awesome theater and a terrific staff. We will absolutely be back!

Jose Valdivieso

Wonderful art house theatre. Modern and comfortable.

Sandra Aidar-McDermott

Wonderful movies, theater and popcorn

Charlie Chapman

This is a beautiful old movie theater that has been restored. It has a large screen very comfortable seating. It's more like sitting in the balcony then in a regular theater that you see today.

Hank Jubayli

Wonderful venue for a film, especially when you are there with the most beautiful girl in the whole wide room.

Michael Hare

The best theater to watch independent films

Ashley Hayes

Wonderful place to see movies and to take your out-of-town guest.

AMBI1212 Brown

Amazing experience

Nathan St. Onge

Local non profit art house theater with a great vibe

Pricr Price

This venue is SC's only independent movie theatre and has a convenient downtown Columbia, SC location with restaurants as neighbors. Offers eclectic array of independent and foreign language films with many featured during the film's opening weekend. Best prices in town for concessions. Many patrons enjoy sipping a cold beer while viewing the movie.

Yasmin Rahemtullah

I like it because they play a diverse selection of movies. The staff are friendly especially Deb.

Oleg Uvarov

Great small (2 show rooms) local movie theater! Wine, beer, popcorn... Yearly memberships with great benefits. Street parking. Love to come here!

Anthony Scoggin

Great experience! First time going and they have a clean facility and comfortable seats. Best part, you can drink beer while watching the movie!

Austin Coleman

The Nick is one of the best parts of Columbia. Grateful to see a community that cares as much about the art of filmmaking as the staff and members of this theater do. Please support this place!

Misty Tower

Great prices with a cool vibe.

Jeffrey Corado

Such an amazing place and experience. The mission of this theatre to give back and get kids interested in performing arts is fantastic. Must go!

Mark M

Outstanding. The only place to see the movies if you don't want to hear chatter.

Jack B. Beers Jr.

Best Theater in Columbia SC. See what you won’t at large theaters. Perfect spot for movie and drinks.

Melissa Austin

One of the best things to do in Columbia.

Candice Phillips

I love the Nick, my favorite theatre. Staff is great.

Tamera Nesmith

This theater is definitely a classic! I love the authenticity of an older movie theater! Excellent service and a great experience!

regina darweesh

Love Love Love this place! Great variety of films, super staff, popcorn and drinks are the bomb, have some wine or beer and enjoy!

Grooviest Master

Lots of films that showcase diversity and great movies that show the true art of making movies. Such a delightful staff and beyond perfect customer service!

Theresa Cheek

Down home theater.

Ariella Cohen

One of the best things in Columbia. Crowd is hip, beer is cold and the films are amazing.

Shay Brooks

Cozy and comfortable

Lee Dixon

Comfy seats, small crowds, craft beer. Enough said.

Savannah A

It's a small theater, but that's what you'd expect from an independent theater! I love their film offerings, it's so nice to have a place to see special showings and indie films. The location is perfect and the price is too--$9 for a movie!! I want to go every week.

Alejandro Garcia Lemos

It´s really one of the main attractions in Columbia, SC. The movies are usually great and the Indie Grits Festival is excellent, thanks to the vision of Larry Hambree and Andy Smith.

Terry Peterson

Cordial employees, tasty popcorn, very clean and well kept. It would be better if the staff gave the no talking no cell phone rule after ALL patrons are seated. It was still an outstanding excursion for my first time visiting.

Danielle Mantovani

Indie grits film festival was a blast.

Allen Dennis

Our showing was full of bright, courteous ppl; good concessions; a great film we could only have seen in an art house. The theater and restrooms were clean. Friendly, professional staff.

James Crocker

Best movie house in the Midlands for independent, novel, local and timely movies. Wonderful community member!

Jazzy J

Popcorn flavors are amazing. Friendly and courteous staff

49Cohibas

Beautiful Historical theater

TN S

This theatre was recently redone and I was pleasantly surprised with how nicely it was decorated. The seats are very comfortable and I like that it is a small theatre- just 2 screens. The cost of the ticket is slightly above average price from other theatres but the concessions are much more affordable so it evens out. The staff were very pleasant and professional and the theatre was clean.

Elizabeth Crum

Always good. Mary Queen of Scots well done. Acting, cinematography beautiful.

Susan Keltner

First visit to this historic downtown location. Beautiful furnishings and great sound system.

Jennifer Myers

Old theatre that runs movies

Anthony D'Elia

The Nickelodeon is a classic Columbia establishment offering indie films and tasty treats. There are two screening rooms with the upstairs being the most newly renovated. The theater was built in an old downtown theater which gives going an old school vibe that can't be replicated. Beer, wine, popcorn, fancy chocolates are some of what you'll find for concessions. Prices are reasonable and membership is worth the value if you attend frequently.

Angela LaBord Nash

Had an amazing time last night with friends at Columbia's very own Nickelodeon theatre! It is an absolute gem. The staff is great, the atmosphere is both parts modern and nostalgic. We saw Downton Abbey and it was probably one of the best movie experiences I have had in quite some time. I can't wait to go back again.

Fred Bieber

Great place to catch a movie and have a glass of wine with fairly priced popcorn. Very considerate clientele and WONDERFUL staff.

Bob Granzow

Great place for Indie movies, some of the best movie popcorn I've had. No bad seats and you get tickets online with no convenience fees. Will definitely be visiting again.

Will VanDuzer

Great theatre, excellent staff. See movies that are must see but sometimes rare to find in Columbia.

Robert Weaver

I love the Nick. The staff is always so friendly and the movie experience is top notch.

Julie Anderson

Personable staff, excellent popcorn, okay prices, and a pleasant theater experience overall!

Joseph Azar

Great atmosphere. Comfortable seats. Always unique movies. Friendly staff. They also have classes and instruction on movie making. A truly great asset to Columbia!

Ann Osment

The popcorn was tasty. Loved how the theater was small, it gave me the feel of only a select few can watch a movie at a time. Staff was very nice and curtious. Would love to catch a foreign film there one day.

Maureen Aguirre

Great small, local theatre in downtown Columbia, SC showing different movies. Wonderful atmosphere.

joseph mozingo

Love the mission of the Nick. Plus beer in a theater rocks

sherri barton

It was nice inside, the lady in the box office was really nice. I did an instacart order for them.

Linda Kanwai

I have never gone because I'm a Nigerian but my son is going to like it because he wants to become a nickelodeon movie actor and he is handsome dark in complexion and he is just ten years old in Nigeria kaduna Romi.

Ted Fetner

Columbia's choice for cutting edge movies. You'll find shows that last only a few days and are out of the mainstream but are artful, thoughtful, and in a great veiwing venue. Excellent popcorn, wine, and treats. Professional staff and live introductions to each show.

Travis Kelly

Awesome arthouse theater in downtown Columbia. I wish they did get more mainstream arthouse films, but it's the only place in town to see smaller release films. Their concessions are delicious and reasonably priced.

Truth Myers

Located on Main Street, it has kept care of this beautiful vintage building. Been coming for years to this theatre. Very affordable prices all across the board.

Tiffany Adams

My wife and I always enjoy the atmosphere and especially the staff. Looking forward to becoming a member.

Charles Calhoun

Terrific gem for the city!

Nigel Wolfram

Really cool little Theatre that I like to check what is showing every now and then. They often have unique and lesser know showings as well as smaller events at times. One of the best places to check if you are looking for weekends plans or just are around downtown Main Street with some time!

Lori R

What a lovely venue and wonderful entertainment options

Jack Kuenzie

Best movie experience in Columbia.

Courtney Fitzpatrick

Love Nickelodeon Theatre! Great shows, great space, great staff...and the drink selection!!

Robert P

Support this theater, go see a great film from another country, or a documentary that might shake your foundation. Also, ginger ale is sold there.

Joseph Cutro

Nice Theatre...... clean throughout and friendly staff.

Shawnette Leach

Was my second visit. It was great. We took students for a field trip, and the staff were sensational! It's such a quaint venue.

Dwaine Simmons II

The best movie theatre in Columbia. The concession are cheaper than big chains. The popcorn is great. They also have beer and wine if you are into having a drink during a movie. This is place to come if you want to see an special screening of an old movie or the latest indie film.

Stephanie McCummings

I'm gonna be 100% honest here, this was my first time watching a film at the Nickelodeon. I've casually stopped by and peeked in while strolling Main Street. Here's the thing, I frequently hit Main Street and wander up/down the street and hit the shops/restaurants/museum/Tapp's but never slowed down to catch a film until yesterday. Instantly, I fell in love with warm, quaint, and welcoming atmosphere of the Nickelodeon. I didn't feel the haste or corporate overhangings of a traditional commercial theater and it felt pretty darn good. The lobby was creatively decorated, staff was beyond personable, and facilities were clean and comfortable. I've kinda gotten used to reclining/heated/cooled seats at the commercial theater but the seating here was quite comfortable without all the fuss. Screen quality and audio were great and I had the most wonderful afternoon spent with a dear friend at the Nickelodeon. I'm finding more and more amazing places in Columbia, some old and some new but all deserve our support!

Samantha Rainwater

My favorite place to watch a movie by myself. Best popcorn, always a great movies to watch, craft beer. Even if you haven't heard of the movies, just pick one. You won't be disappointed.

Carolyn Cox

Love going to movies at The Nick....always a good experience....

Aaron West

“I love the Nick” is what I hear all the time. I’m a sponsor and board member, and proudly share my time and money with them because I believe in their mission, adore their staff, and think that they are a vital business in the heart of downtown. They have great selection of movies, ranging from the weekly additions and also their special screenings. I enjoy when they not only screen a movie, but when they have someone speak about it later. They’ve even had film directors contribute. Indie Grits has become one of the top festivals in the southeast and is a blast from start to finish. Encourage people to support the Nick and become a member if possible.

Lynn Shirley

Great facility to watch a movie. Both theaters are intimate with good seating, audio, etc. Concessions have the expected items (great popcorn with several do-it-yourself toppings) as well as beer and wine. The best part is you can see films here that aren't going to play elsewhere oftentimes.

Tricia Fickling

A fantastic local theater that shows an array of film genres - Oscar-nominated, foreign, artsy, indie, documentaries, LGBQT, dance, low-brow, etc. The entire staff is amazingly knowledgeable about film and so friendly. Refreshments include beer and wine in addition to your regular movie theater options. Oh, and they have the best popcorn (free on Wednesdays for members)!

Daniel Lackey

Excellent popped corn with a wide variety of seasoning salts, essential of course since a movie without a popcorn is like a breast without a nipple. Bravo as well for the Nick's new petting zoo, especially the koala bear with the Brando tattoo, and the ticket taker in the Lady Gaga mask cracked me up. Only criticism: ye who pop in live to address the audience before the trailers: it's all about the movie NOT ABOUT YOU, get in and get out AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE.

Susan Homner

Great documentary on the Carolina Chocolate Drops! Thank you for bringing it to us.

Elizabeth Aravena

So many interesting films to see!

James Frush-Marple

There's a special charm to this place. Many of the folks who work there are volunteers, there for love of it, rather than money. I think that shines through. It is the only theater in town him I'm aware of where I can get a cup of hot tea, to sip during the movie. Not a perk for everyone but, I sure enjoy it!

Emily Marie.

Very intimate, and a kind staff

Dorene Robinson

One of my all time favorite theaters!!!! Feel like I'm going back in time whenever we go there. Great movies, service and quality!

Bob Kelley

Nice theater. The movie, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, has to be the worst movie ever made but the theater was nice.

kathy riddle

Very nice venue for our independent theater! We enjoy going there to see movies that are not mainstream.

Paul Breedon

Best cinema ever

Stone Hood

Incredible theatre that gives arthouse films their chance to be seen.

Jernell Simmons

Great movies and outstanding events that add culture to the city.

shannon corona

GREAT theatre! Love the quality of movies they show and also their work within the community hosting various events! Highly recommend!

Sarah Jane Ballentine

I just love this little local hang out. My husband and I make this a regular date night. The staff is so friendly and caring, they make a movie night unlike any other! The nick always has interesting shows and seasonal events and they definately have the best popcorn in town!!!

Christian Antley

I love this place. It is one of the most effective places that pulls creative people who appreciate art and film together. The inside is very clean and comfortable. I attended during the Indie Grits Festival and now I want to return to see more movies. The theatres are smaller than normal ones, but they are nice in the intimate feeling.

Marvin Nelson

Quality service

Kim Hicks

Great theater. Clean very good customer service.

Kathryn Fuller

Love this place! Beautiful intimate theaters with great staff and a beer with your show... All-around winner!

Sushma Korde

Great selection of indie and movies with substance!

Harry Koutroulakis

Love going here for movie night with my wife.