Central Cinema
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Overview
Tagline Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Independent community moviehouse in North Knoxville offering first-run independent films, repertory cinema, film events, comedy, rentals, and memberships.
Description Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Central Cinema is Knoxville's only independently owned theater, located in the Happy Holler neighborhood. It operates a single 88-seat auditorium with 4K digital projection, a concessions lounge, and a deck. Programming includes first-run independent films, repertory favorites, live comedy, local-interest screenings, specialty series, private rentals, and parties.
Identity
Mission Brand's website · 2026-11-07
To provide a homegrown alternative to the corporate multiplex experience while celebrating film and local culture.
Website Brand's website · 2026-11-07
https://centralcinema865.com
Voice & tone Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Eclectic, community-oriented, enthusiastic, and conversational.
Founded Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Opened in August 2018; founded by the creators of the Knoxville Horror Film Fest.
Headquarters Brand's website · 2026-11-07
1205 N Central St, Knoxville, TN 37917, United States
Parent ownership Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Independently owned; no parent organization is identified.
Offerings
Problem solved Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Provides an independent, local alternative to corporate multiplexes and a venue for diverse film, cultural, and community events.
Core capabilities Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Screening first-run independent films and repertory favorites
- Hosting specialty film series and screenings, including 16mm presentations
- Presenting live comedy and other cultural events
- Providing private theater rentals and parties
- Operating an 88-seat auditorium with 4K digital projection
- Offering concessions including popcorn, candy, nachos, soft drinks, beers, ciders, and seltzers
- Providing wheelchair-accessible seating
Products / SKUs Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Film screenings and repertory programming
- Specialty events and live comedy
- Private event rentals and parties
- Memberships
- Concessions
Pricing Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Adult tickets are $13; student and military tickets are $12; senior tickets are $11; member tickets are $10; kids 12 and under are $7; double features are $22. Pricing may vary for specialty screenings and third-party events.
Audience
Target industry Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Independent cinema, film exhibition, entertainment, and cultural events
Customer base Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Moviegoers, independent-film and repertory-film fans, local culture audiences, comedy audiences, event organizers, and private groups in Knoxville.
Ideal customer profile Brand's website · 2026-11-07
Knoxville-area moviegoers and cultural audiences seeking independent, repertory, specialty, and community-focused film experiences, as well as organizations or groups seeking a theater venue.
Use cases Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Watching first-run independent films
- Viewing repertory and classic films
- Attending specialty screenings and film series
- Attending live comedy and cultural events
- Booking private screenings, rentals, or parties
- Joining a cinema membership
- Purchasing concessions during screenings
Customer outcomes Brand's website · 2026-11-07
- Access to independent and eclectic film programming
- An alternative to the corporate multiplex experience
- Opportunities to participate in local film and cultural events
- A dedicated venue for private screenings, rentals, and parties
- A community-oriented moviegoing experience
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