In just a few months this has become my favorite movie theater in the city although it helps that it's just a block away... but the staff are courteous and having reserved seats are great since I already have a favorite seat. And the film selection is top-notch but not too snooty. read more

It's not even finished and it's already the most beautiful theater in the city. The films are thoughtfully chosen and projected with care. The snack selection and presentation is unrivaled. In a few weeks, I'm told there will even be a restaurant and bar. If you care about design, art, and movies at all, or if you want to trick your date into think you do, Metrograph is your spot. read more

my favourite theatre in Manhattan! excellent programming, sweet lil bookstore, and I like the selection of snacks & coffee.

Wanted to love this place, especially since they had a lovely Madonna retrospective a few months back. My first and probably last experience here though was disappointing. We arrived right at the time our showing was about to start but were made to wait in an extremely crowded lobby because they were "running a few minutes behind". Maybe they should pay closer attention to the running times of the films they are showing. Finally after about 15 minutes past scheduled start time people start to leave the theater. Then we have to wait for it to be cleaned. Finally we were let in and when I got to my seat it was broken. Slanted downward, I would be falling out of it throughout the 3 hour film. It was really annoying to sit in. My husband's chair was fine so I know it was an issue with my seat and not seating here in general. I went to inquire about being moved however they were sold out and the only option offered to me was sitting in a regular chair from their lobby which they would bring in to the very last row. Nope. Just give me a refund. They really tried to talk me out of it. Would I like to come back and see the 8 o'clock showing. Definitely not! Especially since it probably wouldn't be starting on time. Would I like a voucher. No. Finally the manager came to give me a refund but first had to comment how she sat in the chair and there was nothing wrong with it. Ok lady I guess I'm a nut who travelled all the way down here from the upper east side just to start problems. She figured me out. I am giving one extra star because I spotted George Michael Bluth himself meandering the lobby. read more

Metrograph is the most unique theatre that I have been to in NYC. The location is convenient, it wasn't crowded, and the interior is beautiful. I wasn't too keen on choosing my seat on the cashier's iPad, though. I'm looking forward to seeing many more films at metrograph. read more

I'm a fan! The Metrograph is wonderful. Movie selection - really unique and broad spectrum in terms of genre and tastes. Location - close to the F train, and there were plenty of Ubers/Taxis in the area. Decor - Loved it! Loved the whole scene. Spacious and and sleek without being sterile, and because of the bar and commissary, a very festive vibe. They had fresh flowers around, too, which is a nice touch. Even the chairs in the theater were beautiful - a kind of weathered wood look. Reminded me of half of a wine barrel. Theater - I was surprised by how big the theater was! Despite seeing the seating map when selecting seats, I was expecting a TINY theater, akin to the some of the smaller theaters at the IFC. This was a good size, and the seats were on a graduated incline so the view wasn't blocked, at all. Food & Beverage - didn't eat at the Commissary but would like to next time. Movie concession snack choice was good, lots of domestic and foreign candies and treats. I was disappointed with the popcorn situation. A few small improvements can make it 5 star. 1) The popcorn situation - it's prepackaged "flavored" popcorn in plastic containers. It was tasty enough (the flavor was sea salt and olive oil). But the portion was relatively small for $6, and it was room temp. I was hoping for at least a regular movie fresh popcorn option. 2) Streamline the service a touch. Everybody was very nice, but there were some informational lapses that could have been avoided. Stood in line to "check in" at the box office per the email I received after purchasing my ticket online, and then when I got up there they said I didn't need to check in, and to just show my ticket when it was time to go into the movie. Ok, so why did I stand on line? Wasn't clear what food we could bring into the theater without asking - like could we order food from the commissary or bar and bring it in? No. Concessions only. Seats in the "bookstore" area? Could you sit there and order drinks? Not really, but we'll let you so long as you don't read the books. Little stuff, but I spent a lot of time asking staff questions because things weren't exactly clear. But I do want to reiterate that everybody was nice, and accommodating. There's just some confusion that can be avoided, especially for first-timers. I hope to enjoy many more movies here in the future!!! read more

Such a charming cinema with only the greatest films showing ! The food in the restaurant above is delicious as well!

My man this place wasnt up too par the food and service is basically for the wealthy and established. The theater is nice brings me back to the good old days but let me talk about this 5$ avocado wtf i dont evn know who would eat most of the options on the menu let alone pay such absurd prices and whats up with the popcorn its trash my man. read more

Very happy this place was created. The movie selection is a treat. The interior design (including snacks corner) adds to the vintage vibe. Thumbs up for the staff & the manager for being really kind & helpful. Be aware that tickets for some movies may sell out a few days in advance. read more

Great programming, showing a wide range of films. The commissary is pretty cool, with some good drinks and food. My only complaint, and it's a big one, is that the seats are very uncomfortable. I would go much more often if it had better seats. By the hour or so mark, I'm fidgeting in my seat for the remainder of the movie. Nonetheless, I'm thankful this place exists. read more

I've been to most of the independent movie theaters in NYC and Metrograph is currently my favorite. The programming is absolutely top notch, with films old and new (a good amount on 35mm). Lots of screenings have the cast or filmmakers present for a QnA session after the movie, I'm talking big name actors and filmmakers. The tickets are reserved seats so you don't have to rush to the theater early for a good seat. The monthly program books they put out are beautiful (and free!). The concessions are very unique and cool, and the bar/restaurant is really good, especially for a movie theater. The staff has always been very friendly, helpful, and not pretentious at all. And most important, the projection, seats, and sound systems are very very good. I highly recommend The Metrograph if you are looking for a good place to check out unique films and have a pleasant viewing experience. Best place to see a movie in all of NYC. read more

By far the best movie theatre in NYC. If you are in love with cinema you will be right at home. Upstairs is a bar and restaurant styled like a Hollywood backlot cafeteria and a bar. read more

A retro theater to showcase films seems to be a welcome to the neighborhood. It is located north of Ludlow at a street that is less than tidy (garbage amass). As you enter, a front desk list the films time for purchase and a modern openly displayed concession stand in bright white with healthy variations. But I'd notice the food items where sitting in dusty white shelves, would be nice if it were kept spotless, especially for those prices. Then upstairs to the bookstore I heard about, I was surprised to see it was simply a shared small corner of an old selection of books. The opposite end occupied their dining space, which is where most of the action takes places. Overall, it may be a nice place to watch films, grab drinks, or to dine in less of a casual spot. The stars I gave were simply for location purposes and simply the unnecessary need to highlight a non-existent bookstore and the unkempt concession stand. read more

New Yorkers couldn't be luckier than to have the Metrograph added to a short list of serious film venues. While finding the theater was a little tricky, the experience was well worth it. The Metrograph is a great venue unlike the stereotypic multiplex stylized as tired hotels. Most important, the Metrograph's film offerings are very eclectic and provide filmgoers with much in entertainment opportunities. My only hope is the Metrograph consider offering a varied price structure (e.g. early bird rate, senior rate). Thanks Metrograph owner/staff for opening your doors to New York film lovers. read more

Unbelievable programming, almost always shown on 35mm prints, friendly staff, spacious main screening room, new indies in a small second theater, classy bar. This place is an answer to prayer for New York cinephiles. Overpriced concessions, but that's going to the movies I guess. read more

Every weekend they have a kids' movie at noon on Saturday and Sunday. It is a perfect family event. Old school movie theater with charm but great screen. The movie schedule is great and the snacks are great. This is what a movie should be. read more

Believe it or not, my initial reaction to this theater was an eye-roll. Do we need another place that just tries to be hip? Let me just get in, see my movie, and leave. But okay, at night the lobby turns into a bar scene. It's dark, loud, and all the New Yorkers that love doing hip things are there. Concessions are cute, but sometimes you just want regular freshly popped popcorn out of a bag. You pay a whopping six dollars for a serving in a plastic jar and at times I have found it to be stale. The beverages are all hip brands I've mostly never heard of, and all the water comes in glass bottles. This place is a "scene." And that's their thing, okay. I do like the yogurt-covered pretzels for ten dollars. I usually try to go eat before I come here. Then I found myself going to Metrograph more and more because the programming is actually pretty damn good! It could be since they just opened that they are screening all the best movies in the last 100 years whereas other repertory theaters have been there done that. At any rate, I'll take it! Two huge complaints I have that knock off a star (aside from the hipster vibe): The have GOT to get it together with their scheduling. You go to other theaters like film forum and they give you the entire month or two on one brochure with the exact dates the films will be screening. It's not a feat of artistry, but it has got the information you need. And when you're not an art student or living off your parent's dime with no job and time to enjoy all of New York's new kitchy things, you have a full time job and a schedule is important. Metrograph has got these beautiful pamphlets printed on premium card stock and in color that clearly took much consideration to put together. There are two-page spreads of the best movie stills, well written summaries, but NO specific dates!! Take their program 'No. 6,' for example. Maggie Cheung is on the cover, so of course I'm excited. I will make it to the screenings of Days of Being Wild, In the Mood for Love and 2046 at whatever cost. I'll even ask for the day off. But I can't. Because all the info I've got in this pamphlet and on the website is that the retrospective begins Dec. 8th. We also had a weird thing happen with the De Palma retrospective. They were screening the documentary and Mission: Impossible as a double feature. But that wasn't really clear. And I go to a lot of double features, so I know about this kind of thing. Since we had already seen the documentary, we showed up and had to leave as they only had the time up for the documentary. So we hung out in the neighborhood for an hour and a half 'til our feature started. Then last week I went to see a sold-out screening of Malcolm X and it was fine but the only seat available was one with an accessible option next to it. In my experience, accessible seats are just a little further away from the rest of them. Fine. But when we get there, it's a director's chair just floating next to the aisle on the INSIDE. No offense, metrograph, but if I were in a wheelchair how would you even expect me to 1) get through the aisle to get to that side and 2) be able to get up and sit on a chair that's taller than all the others? You would think they'd mention that when you buy your ticket. I laughed out loud when I saw the seat. As I did when the couple in front of me came to find they were also not expecting that. All in all, I would say that any arthouse is a plus positive, so I can't knock Metrograph, but it hasn't always been a tip-top experience. I'm sure these are all things that will work themselves out as they move along. Thank you for all the great programming and please schedule more than a week in advance!! read more

Very cool theatre. Movie selection is eclectic, as are the snacks. And the restaurant upstairs (Metrograph Commissary) has excellent food and decor. I love being able to reserve seats. read more

thank god for the red cushion seats. those bare wooden seats were torture! the box office is straight out of a Wes Anderson film, complete with the cute girl behind the counter dressed in black and white ;) read more