Metrograph is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

1. Metrograph

9.5
7 Ludlow St (at Canal St), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lower East Side · 51 tips and reviews

Jeff P.Jeff Petriello: Beautiful theater, with thoughtful, excellent programming. The concessions are eclectic, delicious and cheaper than the big box movie theaters. Just go, even if you haven't heard of what's playing.

Chop Suey ClubChop Suey Club: Newly opened cinema with healthy snack options and a restaurant and bar upstairs. Very eclectic selection of films, and very few showings.

Chun Hei C.Chun Hei Cheung: Beautiful cinemas with plush comfy seats

Film Forum is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

2. Film Forum

9.1
209 W Houston St (btwn 6th & Varick), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Hudson Square · 84 tips and reviews

KEKE: Film selection is curated so well! Love the size of the theater, the previews, the movies, the general atmosphere

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: Come for the movie, stay for the MFA cuties at the downtown screening center that V adores. Read more.

The Criterion CollectionThe Criterion Collection: The only arthouse cinema in New York whose banana bread is endorsed by postmodern luminary Jacques Derrida. Read more.

Walter Reade Theater is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

3. Walter Reade Theater

9.1
165 W 65th St (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 37 tips and reviews

Andrew C.Andrew C: Film Society at Lincoln Center really has some wonderful films, related to festivals and beyond + their staff is helpful and friendly too... relatively similar price to mainstream theaters tho!!

Phoebe E.Phoebe E: Try to get a series pass for the best deal. Remember to check in (4square) outside since the theater doesn't have AT&T reception inside.

David S. R.David S. Rose: If you have time before or after the film, have dinner at Lincoln Ristorante on the Plaza right over the bridge. It's superb!

IFC Center is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

4. IFC Center

9.1
323 Avenue of the Americas (at W 3rd St), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Greenwich Village · 192 tips and reviews

Chris R.Chris Raghoobar: This theater screens some of the best in independent cinema. It also screens great anime from time to time, both new and classic. It's a great place to catch great films.

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Features the best in independent film. Don’t miss their midnight movies. Become a member for $65 and save $5 on each visit, plus get four free popcorns!

Lenny G.Lenny Gallo: My absolute favorite event at IFC is the Academy Short Films. A must, must, must for everyone.

Angelika Film Center is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

5. Angelika Film Center

8.8
18 W Houston St (at Mercer St), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Greenwich Village · 211 tips and reviews

jared z.jared zlotnick: One of the best cafes in a nyc movie theatre. Great selection so be adventurous!

Melanie T.Melanie Travis: Seats so old the springs poke your butt. Movies so good it's totally worth it.

ToryBurchToryBurch: Our design team spends many Sunday afternoons here watching international and indie movies for inspiration.

Anthology Film Archives is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

6. Anthology Film Archives

8.8
32 2nd Ave (at E 2nd St), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · East Village · 19 tips and reviews

MelissaMelissa: Super cute theatre. Small but cozy. Very friendly staff. Would definitely return to see another flick!

Derick R.Derick Rodriguez: Shorter than I expected but free wine and chips goes a long way.

Edwin D.Edwin De la Cruz: Edgy, eccentric cinema

Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

7. Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center

8.5
144 W 65th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 19 tips and reviews

Christina B.Christina Blake: I just discovered this place. I like the cozy and homey vibe of this place.And the concession stands rocks...

LinaLina: All movies should be lucky enough to be screened in as gorgeous a venue as this

Film Society of Lincoln CenterFilm Society of Lincoln Center: Beautiful film center home to three screens. Special promotions with Indie Food & Wine include Dinner & a Movie for $25 select screenings. Great relaxed atmosphere.

MoMA Theater is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

8. MoMA Theater

8.4
11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Midtown East · 18 tips and reviews

Roni L.Roni Lepore: Try the Creamy Cornmeal Polenta - Wooooooow! I really dug this one! It came with homemade arugula-walnut pesto and fontina cheese.

saharat s.saharat s: Sit near the front as the elderly patrons tend to snore in the back

Matt M.Matt Maison: Average age of movie goers is 75, so don't talk once the lights go down or you'll get shh'd.

Film at Lincoln Center is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

9. Film at Lincoln Center

8.8
70 Lincoln Center Plz (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 32 tips and reviews

Brendan A.Brendan Aanes: Great programming, nice theaters, cafe is good too.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best theater to see a movie that will change your life hosts new art-house titles (at its Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center), rep series and beaucoup festival offerings. Read more.

Phoenix 💥💥💥Phoenix 💥💥💥: Indie and international cinema

RiverFlicks is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

10. RiverFlicks

8.3
Hudson River Greenway, New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Chelsea · 1 tip

Anastasia I.Anastasia I.: Come EARLY. 30 min early and already sitting in the back.

Screening Room At The Crosby Hotel is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

11. Screening Room At The Crosby Hotel

8.1
79 Crosby Street
Indie Movie Theater · SoHo · 1 tip

christian svanes k.christian svanes kolding: a really lovely screening room. downstairs from the main lobby.

Paris Theater is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

12. Paris Theater

8.0
4 W 58th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Midtown East · 50 tips and reviews

Sari S.Sari Signorelli: A gem of a theatre. And there's a balcony.

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The ultimate date-night destination to see a movie. If you really want to impress your date, try to snag a seat on the balcony - the view is great!

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: A great place for a unique movie experience. The theater has a really vintage feel to it and shows only one movie at a time. Try to be seated on the balcony where you will have the best view

Village East by Angelika is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

13. Village East by Angelika

8.0
181-189 2nd Ave (at E 12th St), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · East Village · 107 tips and reviews

Lina T.Lina Trifon: Old school theater with modern comfortable seats

Steven L.Steven Lehrburger: Watch a film in Auditorium 1 upstairs - it's one of the most beautiful theaters I've ever been in.

Dolce&GabbanaDolce&Gabbana: The right spot to indulge in 1920s glamour and amazing architecture designed by Louis Jaffe and inspired to Moorish Revival style.

Soho House Screening Room is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

14. Soho House Screening Room

7.6
2935 9th Ave (btwn W 13th & W 14th St), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Meatpacking District · 7 tips and reviews

Julia K.Julia Kang: Grab drinks/food from the 6th floor bar & enjoy the latest movies quietly. Super comfy chairs/foot rests & sweet candy for all. Most importantly, no kids! :)

Judy T.Judy Thibault: Boots off the furniture. !!

Rachna B.Rachna Bhasin: Grab candy from the 6th floor (better selection) before the movie. Comfy seats and blankets too!

Dolby 88 Screening Room is one of The 15 Best Indie Movie Theaters in New York City.

15. Dolby 88 Screening Room

7.6
1350 6th Avenue (West 55th Street), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Midtown East · 6 tips and reviews

Ms H.Ms Helene: Good sound of course but comfy reclining seats too. No food or drinks. Inside an office building.

Christina S.Christina Strauss: Best sound system in a theatre I've ever experienced! Gravity was awesome! 🚀

Jack R.Jack Rico: The sound quality in this theater is excellent and it's also a 3D theater.