Established in 1924 Central Theater, formerly known as 'The Geneseo Theater', has been a mainstay in downtown Geneseo for over 80 years.
Operated by the Geneseo Park District since 1996, this historic theater continues to offer state of the art entertainment at an affordable price.
The theater seats 177 and offers digital cinema projection with 7.1 Dolby surround sound. The digital conversion in 2012 means a higher quality motion picture and sound experience for the moviegoer.
Located in downtown Geneseo at
111 North State Street Geneseo, IL
(309) 944-3603
Adult (13 - 64) $8.00
Senior (65 & over) $7.00
Child (12 & Under) $7.00
Doors Open at 6:30pm for 7:10 pm Shows
Doors Open at 2:30pm for 3:10pm Sunday Show
All movies are played in a handicap accessible auditorium.
Cash or Check only. No Debit or Credit Cards Accepted.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice |
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Synopsis: After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife. Starring: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara SHOWTIMES 7:10 pm |
The Forge |
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Synopsis: Isaiah Wright has some growing up to do. A year out of high school with no plans for his future, Isaiah is challenged by his single mom and a successful businessman to start charting a better course for his life. Through the biblical discipleship from his new mentor, prayers of his mother and a prayer warrior named Miss Clara, Isaiah begins to discover God’s purpose for his life is so much more than he could hope for or imagine Starring: Aspen Kennedy, Cameron Arnett, Karen Abercrombie SHOWTIMES 7:10 pm |
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The Intern (2010)Synopsis: Seventy-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site. Starring: Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway, Rene Russo SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)Synopsis: A young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building, but her past threatens to get in the way. Starring: Audrey Hepburn, George Peppard, Patricia Neal SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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Top Gun: Maverick (2022)Synopsis: The story involves Maverick confronting his past while training a group of younger Top Gun graduates, including the son of his deceased best friend, for a dangerous mission. Starring: Tom Cruise, Jennifer Connelly, Miles Teller SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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Christmas Vacation (1989)Synopsis: The Griswold family's plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster. Starring: Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Juliette Lewis SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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Doors open at 12:30pm
Concessions available at regular price
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Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)Synopsis:After Po is tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, he needs to find and train a new Dragon Warrior, while a wicked sorceress plans to re-summon all the master villains whom Po has vanquished to the spirit realm. Voices of: Jack Black, Awkwafina, Viola Davis
SHOWTIMES FREE Admission thanks to the
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IF (2024)Synopsis: A young girl who goes through a difficult experience begins to see everyone's imaginary friends who have been left behind as their real-life friends have grown up. Starring: Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski
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Miscellaneous Fees & Charges may apply
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| Rental Space as of January 1, 2024 | Regular |
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| CENTRAL THEATER includes use of theater & stage | $75/hour |
| EQUIPMENT includes the use of equipment and projectionist | $35 flat rate |
| CONCESSIONS includes concessionaire and janitorial services. Small drink & small popcorn combos may be purchased for an additional $5.00/combo |
$75 flat rate |
| JANITORIAL SERVICES | $30 flat rate |
Contact (309) 944-3603 to reserve the theater today.
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