Below are places to find classic film screenings throughout Illinois. If you know of a theater that screens classic films in Illinois that is not included in this list email us at seeclassicfilms@gmail.com.
Chicago
doc films
Regularly screens classic films
Facets Cinemateque
Regularly screens classic films
Gene Siskel Film Center
Occasionally screens classic films
Movies in the Park
Check this site for upcoming film screenings (many of them classics) in parks throughout Chicago
Music Box Theatre
Weekend matinee regularly includes screenings of classic films
Film Front
Occasionally screens classic films
The Portage Theater and The Patio Theater
Both of these theaters have screens classic films
The Silent Film Society of Chicago
Regularly screens silent films at a variety of Chicago theaters
Downer’s Grove
Tivoli Theater
Regularly screens classic films – see After Hours Film Society for more information
Normal
Normal Theater
Regularly screens classic films
Classic film screenings on this site are described broadly – if a theater screens a film made before 1990 even a few times a year they qualify. Film festivals that may occur in multiple theaters and film societies that produce classic film events are included in this list as well. You’ll also find many theaters that mostly screen current films but offer classic film screenings either during the summer or on a weekly basis.
When possible we try and highlight information such as if a theater is a restored movie palace, screens classic films regularly, screens silent films, hosts festivals, or has live musical accompaniments. We’re always happy to update our listing with updated information or include photos of venues. Contact us at seeclassicfilms@gmail.com for any update requests on our Illinois classic film screenings page.
