Crandell Theatre Review

I've been coming here since I was a child and this place does not get old.
It is nice to see a community come together support a landmark and interact with one and other at this site.
Please consider putting off watching the latest releases for a few weeks in order to be blessed with the experience of watching a movie at a one of a kind.

Great small town theater with all the charm and affordable!

My favorite venue for first rate films, with a great home town atmosphere.

I've been watching movies here for over 30 years. Love it. It really hasn't changed. Very reasonably priced.

Great classic theater and nice staff. We are new to the upstate area and of all the theaters we've been to the Crandell is our top favorite! Always the first choice for a night out.

The Crandell offers a wonderful hometown moviegoing experience. It is a historic single-screen theater where you're likely to run into people you know. I suppose it might be nice to have a few more amenities, but I'm just happy this place is still around to enjoy.

What's not to like? Movies the way it used to be...

We love the Crandall. It's nice being able to support their presence in the community.

So cool I was ten when I first went here its still so awesome

Wonderful place. Great service. Theater was warm. Snacks were reasonably priced.

A community gem.

Prices are slightly higher now than someone else mentioned (still nowhere near as expensive as most movie theaters these days), and they do have air conditioning now.

The workers are nice and friendly like the people who live in Chatham. They give you extra butter. It's a small theater for a cheap price that shows up to date movies and has cute free movie events from time to time.

Bagged popcorn cans of soda the popcorn wasn't even warm. The last of the little guys

I think the first movie I saw here was Smokey and the Bandit, so I've been coming here for a while. If you like places that don't seem to change much, this place is for you. Even though the Crandell has changed hands since then and there have been some major renovations and an upgraded sound system (it's actually a little too loud, but that may be due to my superannuation...), it still has the same small town cinema vibe. It's also the main venue for the Columbia County Film Festival and they'll give you a free small popcorn and a discount if you're a Film Columbia member

the Crandell is chatham, and chatham is the Crandell...!

It is a beautiful older style theater and the workers are very nice and helpful! I love it there! The prices are cheep and the popcorn has to be my favorite thing. I been there quite a few times and I plan on going again soon!

WONDERFUL small community theater - just wish the seats were more comfortable

It s a fantastic, historic theater and there are not many left. They are a 501c(3) so please donate like I do and help keep this gem going.

Very beautiful historic theater with more than enough seats for the crowd it services - the Crandell is never full. Some folks say the seats are uncomfortable, though while they've definitely got some bounce and sag, I found them comfortable enough. Movies tend to be fairly current, and tend toward the more art-house, indie side of the spectrum, though at any given time there's usually a blockbuster in the lineup. Slightly less expensive than the average cinema, friendly staff.

Old theatre experience!! Great pricing and old historical small towns vibe!

Quaint, old style theater that after hard to find in this era of mega theaters. Unique snack bar food makes it's special.

The Crandell Theatre is a treasure of Main Street Chatham. We are unique to have a historic theater that is still operational, and shows the best movies right when they come out! The movies and concessions are affordable. What more could you ask for in a neighborhood theater!?

I don't go to theaters often these days. This one makes me want to start going again. Pleasant old world atmosphere that takes me back to the pleasant memories and excitement of going to the movies as a child. Reasonably priced. What fun.

My family saw a children's performance here. It was very good and my kids loved it. Pretty big teather with good air conditioning. Perfect for summer days during hot days.

Great old fashioned theatre. They serve fresh popped popcorn with real butter. Don't miss their outstanding film festival each fall.

Nice throwback to the old days. Popcorn and Candy cheap!

Been going here since I was little, even worked here for a year; I love every aspect of this theater.

The Crandall stands tall among movie theaters. Its price for first run movies is $6.50 for members and $7.50 for nonmembers. Not only do you get a discount as a member, you get a small popcorn, which has always been fresh. I'm not an additional butter lover, but the Crandall uses real butter, not "golden flavor." The recently updated HVAC keeps you comfortable in an old theater. You can always get a seat, except when they showed the first episode of the new season of Downton Abbey before it appeared on TV. Finally, they show fantastic indie films on Sundays. Try going, you will enjoy it!

Always a delight to go there with family. I like the old style theater archetecture and hopefully they will be able to restore the interior to it's old world charm. I will continue to see movies every year when I visit family. Rock on Crandell!

Great small-town theater showing contemporary films for lower price point than the larger theaters. Right on a cozy Main Street with a few pubs and restaurants, a great book store, and directly across the street from one of the most respected land trusts in the nation. Film festival every October is an exciting time to see a wide genre of films. Everyone should patronize The Crandell often so they can keep upgrading things like seating and stay sustainable into the future.

Old time theater with new fangled tech. Great snacks!

Love the historic Crandell! Great buttered popcorn! Friendly staff! Always enjoy looking at the old theatre screenings posters.

Small and cozy...like the Majestic (Jim Carey movie)

It's a beautiful, older style theater with great ambiance. You don't see many theaters like this any more. I was here during the filming of a movie as a background character and really got to see more of the theater than on a regular movie day.

Love the films they choose. Everyone s very friendly. They promise there will be new seats coming eventually.

The decor is Amazing, it's like stepping back in time. Beautiful

Historic movie theater in heart of historic Chatham. Hosts current movies as well as County film festivals. Also has special showings of classic and highly rated but lesser known movies. Reasonable pricing. Comfortable inside as well as attractive. Pleasant employees.

Nicely maintained. Old fashioned big screen theater.

I grew up going to the crandal and I love it! They show 1 movie a week adults 5$ kids $4 candy and popcorn super cheap.My only advise is to avoid going if it is really hot outside because there isnt AC

Charming historic theater showing a well curated mix of popular and independent films.

The perfect tiny local theater. Nothing will blow you socks off, but the convenience of the place is great! Almost always have the newest films and only a five minute walk from my house!

Pick your spot for certain movie and is ok. No extras.

Great local theater with first run and festival pick films.weekend matinees of films you often can't find elsewhere.

Seats are very uncomfortable and snack bar is very expensive.

I grew up going to the Crandall so its very nostalgic to me. I'm so thankful for the film club to keep it going.