Frequently Asked Questions
About R/C Theatres
Yes. R/C Theatres is a fourth-generation, family-owned movie theatre company founded in 1932. Today, R/C Theatres operates movie theatres across Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and North Carolina.
Yes. R/C Theatres is open for movies seven days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays. Showtimes and operating hours vary by location and day, so check your local R/C Theatres showtimes for the most current schedule.
R/C Theatres doors open at least 15 minutes before the first scheduled showtime of the day and close 15 minutes after the last scheduled showtime. Because movie schedules vary, daily operating hours may differ by R/C Theatres location.
R/C Theatres typically shows just 6–10 minutes of trailers before the feature presentation. We recommend arriving by your scheduled showtime so you don't miss the beginning of your movie.
Tickets, Discounts & Refunds
Yes. R/C Theatres offers discounted admission options, including Bargain Tuesday pricing* and select child, senior and military discounts. We also offer $5 Mystery Movie Monday on selects Mondays at select R/C Theatres locations.
Pricing and available discounts vary by theatre, so check your local R/C Theatres location for details.
*Not available at R/C Kill Devil Hills Movies 10
R/C Theatres offers Bargain Tuesday pricing at participating locations, making a trip to the movies an affordable option for a date night, family outing or night out with friends. Check your local R/C Theatres location for current Bargain Tuesday ticket prices and availability.
R/C Theatres ticket refunds can be processed online up to one hour before the scheduled showtime or in person at the theatre. To request an online refund, visit the Manage Tickets page, select your R/C Theatres location and choose "Start Refund." Service charges are non-refundable.
R/C Rewards & Gift Cards
R/C Rewards is our free loyalty program that rewards guests for going to the movies. Members earn one point for every dollar spent on eligible ticket and concession purchases, plus perks including a free small popcorn during their birthday month, $5 concession rewards every 100 points and a free movie pass every 500 points. Learn more!
Yes. R/C Theatres gift cards are available as eGift cards online or as physical gift cards at R/C Theatres locations. Gift cards can be used at R/C Theatres locations and for eligible online purchases. Learn more!
Moviegoing Experience
RCXtreme is R/C Theatres' proprietary premium large-format movie experience, 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. RCXtreme is available at select R/C Theatres locations. Learn more!
Yes. R/C Queensgate Movies 13 & IMAX and R/C Reading Movies 11 & IMAX offer a premium IMAX presentation.
Yes! R/C Theatres is a great option for a casual date night, whether you're catching the latest movie or enjoying a special event. Select R/C Theatres locations also offer luxury heated recliners, premium movie experiences, and beer, wine or cocktails to make your night at the movies even more enjoyable.
R/C Theatres shows the latest new movie releases every weekend, along with select special events and limited engagements throughout the year. Check current showtimes at your nearest R/C Theatres location to see what's playing this weekend.
Most R/C Theatres locations feature luxury recliners, including heated recliners at participating theatres. Amenities vary by location, so check your local theatre page for available seating options.
Select R/C Theatres locations serve beer, wine and/or cocktails for guests 21 and older with valid ID. Available beverages and bar offerings vary by theatre. Alcoholic beverages are available at R/C Lexington Exchange Movies 12, R/C Albemarle Movies 8, and R/C Kill Devil Hills Movies 10.
Special Events & Programs
Yes. In addition to new movie releases, participating R/C Theatres locations show Fathom Events and other special programming throughout the year. Special events may include classic films, anniversary screenings, concerts, performing arts, anime and other limited-engagement presentations. Availability varies by event and R/C Theatres location. Learn more!
R/C Mystery Movie Monday is a special $5 screening offered on select Mondays where the movie title remains a surprise until the show begins. Guests are given the movie's rating and runtime in advance, but the title and plot remain a mystery. Mystery Movie Monday is available at participating R/C Theatres locations. Learn more!
My First Movie Experience is a free R/C Theatres program that helps families celebrate a child's first trip to the movies. First-time moviegoers can receive a commemorative My First Movie Experience certificate to remember their first big-screen adventure—just ask an R/C team member at the concession stand. Learn more!
Accessibility & Inclusive Moviegoing
Yes. R/C Theatres offers accessibility options including closed captioning, audio description and assistive listening devices. R/C Theatres also offers Open Caption showings and Sensory-Friendly Showings to provide more ways for guests to enjoy the movies. Availability of accessibility features may vary by film and location. Learn more.
Yes. R/C Theatres offers Sensory-Friendly Showings with lower sound levels, partially raised lighting and a relaxed environment where guests are welcome to move around or make noise. Sensory-Friendly Sundays are offered on the first Sunday of each month, with additional sensory-friendly showings offered during select programs and events throughout the year. Learn more!
Yes. Spanish-language audio is available for compatible movies through TheaterEars at R/C Theatres locations. The TheaterEars app allows guests to listen to a movie's Spanish-language audio track through their own headphones while watching the movie on screen. Learn more!
Private Events
Yes. R/C Theatres offers private screenings, group sales and theatre rentals for birthdays, corporate events, meetings and other special occasions. Rental options, auditorium sizes and availability vary by location. Learn more!