I've been going to the Hi-Pointe since I was a kid, and it's just nice to have an old fashioned theater still in existence. Large screen, large seating area, staggered seats, good sound system, friendly staff, and candy dishes in the lobby. I like that it's only a single screen theater, it not only reminds me of the old days but I don't have to worry about sound from a next door theater leaking through. The lobby and bathrooms have a fun collection of old movie posters and headshots, including one of my all time favorite movies - Paper Moon. The Back Lot is new and has comfortable seats, though not recliners. They show more artsy, indie films back there, or movies that have outlived the necessity for the larger seating capacity, and it's cozy. I think it seats 45 people or so. The only drawback to the theater is the bathroom location for the main theater. It's upstairs up a large flight of stairs with narrow steps. My mom hates going up the stairs, even after the film when there's time to navigate the steps. It's definitely a better/quicker trek than the bathrooms at Plaza Frontenac theaters but difficult for people with limited mobility. read more

Lots of really good old movies. 35mm film available. However, the incline is pretty low and the screen is not big enough.

The historic Hi-Pointe Theatre opened in 1922. It has had many renovations over the years, but it maintains a retro atmosphere. Independent and classic movies are showcased here. The widescreen picture is sharp, and the auditorium is wired for Dolby Digital surround sound. The parking map from the Hi-Pointe Theatre website shows multiple parking areas. You can park in the Lindell Bank parking lot after 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, after 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, and all day on Sunday. read more

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It really is a massive bummer that stupid weed shop took over the whole parking lot... they have someone who sits there and makes you move your car across the street to the bank... hateful. read more

Went to see White Christmas when my daughter and boyfriend were visiting. Had a wonderful time. Snacks were good and reasonably priced. The customer service was extraordinary and it is always so clean. Had a great time at a great theater! read more

Historic theater in STL! I loved Seeing Rocky Horror Picture Show this past weekend wow!! read more

This iconic movie theatre was packed the evening before Thanksgiving. However, the friendly staff was handling the crowd with ease. We loved that they were showing the movie Planes Trains and Automobiles, a Thanksgiving classic. There is not a bad seat in the theatre. We love that they show the old concession stand clips with the dancing popcorn and candy. Even though the establishment is old, the place is clean and well kept. But, it still has that fun, nostalgic feel. read more

The High-Pointe Theatre is kind of a landmark in St. Louis. I've been going there for 60 years or so. The interior is a gem from times past and yet has been updated over the years to stay comfortable. The movie schedule is great, a step artier than the huge multiplex's. All the really top notch films show up there. Once a year they host a fantastic film festival the you won't want to miss. You don't want to miss the Hi-Pointe experience. read more

Best movie theatre popcorn ever. REAL BUTTER. Reasonable price too! Okay yes, the theatre itself is also cute and full of nostalgic nods to cinema culture. Let's keep this St. Louis gem in business for a long time to come! read more

Fun, retro movie theater. And the new addition to the backlot is nice. Always a treat to go to a movie here. read more

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When so many movie theatres are going hi-tech with reclining seats, food service at your seat, etc. It's such a relief to find an authentic movie theatre from the 50's when people went to the movies to actually watch and enjoy a movie. I'm from Northern California and this theatre reminds me so much of the Palo Alto Theatre in Palo Alto. I cannot say enough about the great experience I had at the Hi-Point Theatre. The place is very clean, restored, and just so quaint. Although I was stag (seat for one) this theatre is the perfect place to bring a date. Staff was super friendly and the popcorn was delicious and served with plenty of butter! read more

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UPDATED: still a solid five stars! You have to experience both old and new theatres. Here's a few pics... ********* I love both theaters. Yes, I did say BOTH! We're all familiar with the theater that is stuck in past time in an awesome way. However, check out the Back Lot theatre. It's located in the building directly behind the main building. It's located on the second floor. The theatre is very small, maybe 10 rows so you need to get tickets in advance. I totally recommend this little jewel! read more

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Great old theatre! Very big auditorium but the popcorn and drinks prices were excellent # Highly recommend you see a movie here! read more

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This is a great old fashioned family run movie theater. They get smaller films which have a actual Acting. Great concessions including beer & wine. Just one big screen! The entire decor is vintage 40s. Bathrooms are up the long stairs. Look for life size Bogie poster. read more

Old-fashioned theater and that's a good thing. The people that run this theatre care about the patrons.

This is the best place to see a movie in town. Its a single screen cinema that been in operations for many decades (right next to the huge Amoco sign) I hadn't been here in a long time but came here a couple weeks ago to see "The 100 Foot Journey" and had an amazing time. Little did I know that this was the last night it was showing and the Hi-Pointe went all out. They had an Indian food truck out front along with tables set up, live music, and a drawing for gift cards to different Indian restaurants around town (I didn't win). Its easy to tell the people who work here love the cinema. The seats are comfortable and the screen is adequate. The concession stand has all the usual options in addition to beer and wine ($4/glass). They even have a small popcorn and soda combo for $5. Every Wednesday, 2D movies are $5 and 3D movies and $7.50. The only downside is the limited options of movies showing here as there is only one screen. They do rotate the films pretty frequently and sometimes have midnight showings of cult classics. Parking is available at the Lindell Bank across the street. Just be careful crossing the busy road. read more

The HI Pointe gets five stars because it's such a fun and unique cinema experience. They're committed to what they do, and they do it well. I really enjoy seeing movies here. It's unlike any theater I've visited. It is like stepping into a time warp, back to the 1950s. The upstairs bathrooms are a must-visit, if only for the free candy. Did I just admit on the internet that I eat free candy I find in semi-public bathrooms? Yes, I did. Oh, and parking across the street at the bank is free after hours, just don't block the drive-thru ATMs. read more

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I love the Hi-Pointe Theatre. In my opinion it's the best place in St. Louis to see a movie. It's the kind of theatre movies have been seen in forever. No stadium seating and who doesn't love turquoise vinyl? So last Saturday was my first time though at the Hi-Pointe Back Lot Screen. What a nice job they did on this building. It's very cute and the theatre is small but very nice. Of course I will be back! read more

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The recently opened their Back Lot Theater, if you can get past the fact that you need to climb two flights of stairs. Once you are upstairs, the vintage movie posters greet you along with a huge chalkboard menu. Of course still a bargain for a new release $5 for afternoon matinee. It is such an inexpensive place to see a new movie and have some popcorn, or soda, or beer or wine....This place still rocks. read more

I do not want to write a typical review about this place because the Hi-Point deserves something much better. I wish I could hand them an award of AWESOMENESS with a gold seal like the ones you get in grade school. Hi-Point has loads and loads of character and has an amazing vintage feel. Its small and cozy and is not your typical theater. Its right down the street from me which is really convenient. I love its brightness and old school movie display feature on the outside. We came here to see Avengers (which by the way is the best movie EVER emphasis on the "ever"!!!!!) Anyways. We were waiting outside and it started to rain, they let us come inside and wait. The snacks and popcorn are dirt cheap and they have better options than the regular theater. They even have frozen custard!!! The people that work there are super nice and down to earth and friendly. I got to see Captain America sweep the theater and clean up popcorn from the previous showing. How cool is that??? The theater itself is surprisingly large for being such a small little building. I think they only have 2 screens. The seats were even comfortable and cushiony, who know how old they are but seriously I have sat in craptastic seats at fancy pants theaters and will take a Hi-Point theater seat any day over other seats There was just something so nostalgic about Hi-Point. I don't know if it was the cubed ceiling, or the 1970's green curtains. but I love this place and hope a lot of people don't come here. I am sorry but i don't care, I want Hi-Point all to myself Park across the street at the bank, or be a rebel and park in the residence parking spots (you will get towed just so you know) but hey who cares Hi-Point is worth it! read more

This is such a great movie theater; I really felt like I was stepping back in time once I arrived. In fact, it kind of reminded me of the movie theater on 7th Heaven in Glen Oak-is anyone else familiar with that? Anyway, parking was little confusing, but thanks to Yelp I was able to find out that they offer free parking at the bank across the street after 6. The only problem I had was crossing the street and dodging traffic. I felt a little like I was on "Frogger"! My boyfriend and I arrived for an evening show and were able to walk right up to purchase tickets, no line! We also treated ourselves to some popcorn and beer which we bought at the concession counter. Since this movie theater only shows 1 show it wasn't hard at all to know which theater to go into...we walked right in and found the perfect spot to sit. What I like most about this theater is that it is HUGE-seriously, there are plenty of seats available. Of course, I had to check out the bathroom while I was there! I went upstairs and I was so happy to see that they even offer some candy and mints for patrons! I am not gonna lie, I needed some tootsie rolls after eating all that popcorn! I grabbed a few to share with the boy and went back down to my seat. Overall, this was a pretty good experience for me. The service was fine and it was rally awesome not having to wait in line for tickets or food! I'll definitely be back! read more

2 theaters in 2 separate buildings so check beforehand where to go. There is a parking lot next to the "Hi-Pointe Back-Lot Theater" building that is directly behind the original Hi-Pointe. (Parking has always been a problem) The larger front building was newly renovated, but the movie was showing in the other building. The Back-Lot theater up a flight of stairs or riding the elevator. You can grab a soda, beer, cocktail &/or snack at the bar before heading back to the quaint 50 person theater. The seats are vinyl & not as comfortable as the newer chase lounges at other theaters. HOWEVER, this place shows more independent and cult classics than the larger studio based theaters. read more

I really love this theater! They also have a bar on the inside that serves tallgrass beer which is brewed in Manhattan, Kansas. And I am a Kansas State University graduate which is also located in Manhattan, Kansas! The atmosphere of the theatre is absolutely amazing. You just can't get this at any other normal AMC or big theater. I live near the HiPoint theater. So I love coming here whenever they have a good movie showing. Movie tickets are also very reasonably priced! Sometimes during the week they play an older movie. And it's always fun to go back in time and watch an old movie! The bank across the street lets you park for free after hours when movies are playing. So parking and getting to the theater is always super easy! read more

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This is a great theater showing mostly (burlesque, tron???) great indie type films. Yesterday I saw Today's Special there which was really fun. I enjoy almost all the movies I see here. Popcorn and soda is a bargain compared to what the chains charge. My only complaint is that the bathroom is far (all the way upstairs) so you miss a few more moments of the movie. Another bonus in these tough economic times - $5 tickets all day Mon-Thurs~~! read more

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Doesn't get better. A throw back to the past, family owned, retro theater which,when you look around, feels like your sitting in a 56 Turquoise Thunderbird! Well kept, clean, staffed with family and friendly help. The snack bars small but offered standard fare plus beer and wine selection that is actually very diverse. Two theaters including the new "Back Lot" housed behind the original was extremely well done architecturally. When I have a choice, I always support small local business. This is a no brainer. Located across from Forest Park, feet away from 3 food venues at the Cheshire, next to a Chinese restaurant and bordered on the south by the Hi Point Drive In for burgers, you can park, eat, walk and watch. How cool is that. Give em a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

Nutshell: nice theater and quality seats. What more do you need?! Worth a stop in. Finally made it in to the Hi Pointe for a show! It was a Monday evening and I'd been dying to see this one film...and to be in a movie theater, if I'm honest, for months now. I grabbed a parking space out back. And walked in about 15 min before showtime. You pay out front at the box office, walk through the magical doors to the concession stand, and them choose your adventure to the left or the right to enter the theater. It's an old style show house, so only one big screen, shrouded by velvet curtains of an non-descript color, and classical music playing in the background. Because it's covid times, they had every other row blocked off and required masks to enter the theater. Thank you, thank you, thank you. They do have some accessible seating spaces where a wheelchair could fit in with the rest of the row. The seats are pretty darn comfy. I'm not gonna call other theaters out...but y'all take note, Hi-Poite is On Point in the seating department. I was one of maybe 10 folks for this particular showing. The movie was good, but I'm more excited that I was able to finally catch a show here. I purchasedy ticket in person, which ran me $10. Tickets online tack on a $1 service fee. I'd highly recommend a show here and I will be back. read more

I'm a bit ashamed to say that, as a native St. Louisan, today was the first time I've EVER visited this little gem. It's not fancy, by any stretch of the imagination, but they get the job done - since all you're there to do is watch movies! Cheap matinee fix and CHEAP snacks! Today my daughter and I spent a whopping $17 for 2 tickets and a decent size bag of caramel corn, homemade Greek Biscotti (2 large size) and a cup of very good coffee). I heard talk that they show old classic movies, too. Will have to get on their mailing/email list, if they have one. read more

This place is so cool. The theater is nice (on the inside). The concessions are cheaper than the movie theater chains. GREAT selection of beer. The staff is terrific - kind, quality service, they LOVE movies...they're the best movie theater staff that I have ever experienced. If I have a gripe, it's that I didn't see any restaurants or bars within walking distance besides the fast Chinese restaurant. Keep indie businesses alive! read more

Best concession prices in town! Great ambience, friendly and informative staff. My preferred theatre even without the fancy heated and reclining seats. The Backlot is a smaller, newer theatre. Special screenings and events throughout the year. Support local! read more

There's not too much to be said about this place, but overall, I had a great experience here! I called before hand to check on availability of tickets and easily got someone on the phone who was nice and helpful. The theatre itself was clean and well-staffed. The could use a sign or two for when you enter because it's not 100% clear where you go once you enter, but I ultimately found my way. The theatre has ample seating and a great sound system, but also has local charm and is great for seeing those movies that may not be playing alongside summer blockbusters. I'll probably be back, especially when there's something they have that cannot be found elsewhere. A great theatre at a reasonable price! read more

Love the 60s vibe. The decor is great. Snacks are good with a good selection. This is a STL gem. The prices are not outrageous. Great for a date night!. read more

I love this Theatre! wonderful popcorn, ted drews, candy is reasonable and drinks! BIG screen and the employees are so welcoming. they have a 5.00 matinee that you should definately use. Finally a show that remembers that young familys cannot afford the huge fees. Best of all, they have the current movies. read more

I recently moved to STL not far from Hi-Pointe and decided to check it out - I'm glad I did! This theater only shows a few films at a time, but that only adds to the appeal. Ticket prices and typical concession fare were about the same price as you'd get at any theater, but the Hi-Pointe also serves alcohol, making it a definite win in my book. The popcorn was also the best I've had at any theater, lots and lots of real butter on all the popcorn, not just the very top. read more

friendly staff, good selection of films. I'd love foreign movies on the bill. smelled & felt like a true independent theater. read more

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All I want is perfect picture and sound which is why I go to the Hi-Pointe Theatre any chance I get. I don't care about recliners or loud wait staff blocking my view while they deliver smelly food to other people in the audience, which is what you will find at the AMC Theaters in the area. The audience that goes to the Hi-Pointe are cinema lovers just like me and are always respectful. I love the small Back Lot theatre they put in behind the main auditorium. read more

What do you love about movie theaters? Popcorn! Big screens! Sharing the experience of a film with others! Getting out of the house! What do you hate about movie theaters? Screaming kids! Screaming adults! Cell phones! Sticky floors! Huge crowds! Expensive everything! Why is the hi pointe so rad? It's got all of the good and none of the bad. Hey, that rhymed! 1.)Adult tickets. 8$. Student tickets. 6$. (Wehrenberg theaters are all 9 or 9.50) 2.)Candy. 2 bucks. TWO. DOLLARS. For candy at a theater, are you kidding me? It's like I"ve died and gone to sugar coma heaven. 3.)No annoying patrons. People don't drop their kids off here the way they do at various county theaters. There is no screaming and cell phones and obnoxiousness. I think this has a lot to do with the "type" of people that come here. People come here for the "experience," and thus show more appreciation for where they are. 4.)Ambiance/atmosphere/decor. I can't really describe this place. One screen. Free candy in the girl's bathroom. Signed picture of Jerry Seinfeld. 50s furniture. 5.)Nicest theater employees in all of St Louis. Boom. 6.) IT IS NEVER CROWDED. You can always find your perfect seat. GO HERE GO HERE NOW SEE ANYTHING YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE read more

I was trying to put my finger on why I love the Hi-Pointe so much, then it occurred to me - they pretty much have all the charm of what movie theaters used to be. There is one movie playing, you buy your ticket, you buy your snacks, you sit down in the one theater and enjoy. Old is the new new! The Hi-Pointe's prices are so incredibly reasonable, you won't believe it. $5 per ticket before 5 pm and on Wednesday nights. As for the concessions, we got a medium popcorn, large soda and box of candy and the total was $11. Are you kidding me?!? That would have cost $314 at a multi-plex. Don't be fooled by the old-fashioned curtain when you walk in to the theater. Once it opens and you see the screen, you'll be blown away at the crystal clear picture and sound. So old charm with cutting-edge technology - BRILLIANT! PS - Keep your fingers away from the little dog that roams the lobby. It's not as nice as it looks. read more

My very favorite movie theater in St. Louis! I love that it's a neighborhood spot. I love that the same people are generally working the ticket booth and the concession stand. I love that the theater itself has no "bad" seat. The screen is mega big and I personally love sinking into the seats. And only $5 bucks during the week - Bargain Did I mention that the concessions are so reasonable? They don't rip you off with the pricing. They have unsweetened ice tea too! How great is that!! They have been showing old movies lately, saw Double Indemnity. How cool that was! Classic film noir on the big screen. I wish they would show more old classics. It's one of a kind... it's vintage...it's locally owned... and worth skipping the big corporate owned cinemas. read more

What an awesome theater! I'm so sad I haven't discovered this place sooner. I absolutely LOVE the retro vibe, the popcorn, and the prices. With prices like these, it's reasonable to go to the movies more often. The service was also very friendly. Overall I had a great experience and can't wait to come back!! The only annoying thing is parking... but not enough to take away any stars from the rating. read more

Hi Point was on my list of "places to check out" in St. Louis. Now it's on a new list..."Cool places to go" in St. Louis. Hi Point is what the Cinema is all about. Good Popcorn, One Screen, that Movie Vibe-thing, and even a beer if you need one. They have some how managed to hold onto a distinct sense of cool. Something special I used to feel, when venturing out for a movie. It's a perfect place for a date, with all the charm and nostalgia you're looking for, and a tiny dash of kitsch; including the small glass booth, with the teenage-kid selling tickets just outside the main entrance. In the words of The Terminator (original style), I'll Be Back! read more