About R/C Theatres

A Family-Owned Movie Theatre Company Since 1932

R/C Theatres is a fourth-generation, family-owned movie theatre company founded in 1932. Today, we operate first-run movie theatres across Maryland, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Virginia, delivering exceptional moviegoing experiences through premium presentation technology, luxury amenities and outstanding guest service.

For more than 90 years, our mission has remained the same: to create memorable entertainment experiences where families, friends and communities come together to enjoy the magic of the movies

Our History

R/C Theatres began in 1932 as a small family business and has grown into one of America's longest-operating independent movie theatre companies.

For four generations, our family has remained committed to investing in our theatres, embracing new technologies and continually improving the guest experience while maintaining the personal service and community involvement that have defined our company since the beginning.

Today, R/C Theatres continues to invest millions of dollars into theatre renovations, premium large-format experiences and luxury amenities designed to make every visit unforgettable.

Our Locations

R/C Theatres proudly serves communities throughout:

Maryland
Pennsylvania
Virginia
North Carolina

Our theatres range from hometown neighborhood cinemas to premium entertainment destinations featuring IMAX, RCXtreme, luxury heated recliners and expanded food & beverage offerings.

Premium Movie Experiences

Whether you're seeing the latest blockbuster or a family favorite, we offer a variety of premium ways to experience the movies.

RCXtreme
RCXtreme is R/C Theatres' proprietary premium large-format auditorium featuring a giant wall-to-wall screen, crystal-clear 4K laser projection, immersive Dolby Atmos audio, and ButtKicker seat transducers that synchronize with the action on screen. Available at select R/C Theatres locations, RCXtreme delivers a brighter picture, powerful sound, and a truly immersive moviegoing experience.

IMAX
Select R/C Theatres locations feature IMAX, delivering breathtaking picture quality, immersive sound and an expanded field of view for Hollywood's biggest releases.

Luxury Amenities

Many R/C Theatres locations feature:

Luxury heated recliners
Reserved seating
Stadium seating
Dolby Atmos and immersive surround sound
Premium concessions
Beer, wine and cocktails at select locations
Online ticketing
Bargain Tuesday discounts
R/C Rewards loyalty program

Because amenities vary by location, each theatre page includes detailed information about available experiences.

More Than Movies

R/C Theatres offers more than first-run movies. Throughout the year we host:

Fathom Events
The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD
Mystery Movie Monday
Summer Movie Series
Sensory-Friendly Screenings
Private theatre rentals
Birthday parties
Corporate meetings
Group events

These special programs give our guests even more ways to experience entertainment beyond traditional moviegoing.

Accessibility for Every Guest

We believe everyone should be able to enjoy the movies. Many of our theatres offer accessibility services including:

Closed Caption devices
Audio Description
Assistive Listening
Open-Caption screenings
Sensory-Friendly presentations
TheaterEars Spanish-language audio

Our dedicated Accessible Moviegoing page provides complete information about available services.

The R/C Rewards Program

R/C Rewards is our free loyalty program that lets guests earn points on every visit toward concession rewards and free movie tickets while receiving exclusive offers, birthday rewards and weekly movie updates.

Our Commitment

While technology continues to evolve, one thing hasn't changed since 1932—our commitment to providing an outstanding moviegoing experience.

Whether you're visiting for your very first movie, celebrating a special occasion or making movie night a family tradition, we're honored to be part of your story.

We look forward to welcoming you to R/C Theatres.

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