Alamo Drafthouse closes last Houston-area location

The cinema chain has shuttered its final outpost in the region.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Alamo Drafthouse, the popular cinema chain known for its unique movie-going experience, has closed the doors to its last location in the Houston, Texas metropolitan area. The closure marks the end of the company's presence in the region after previously operating multiple theaters.

Why it matters

Alamo Drafthouse had been a fixture in the Houston entertainment landscape for years, offering a differentiated experience with in-theater dining, strict policies around talking and texting, and a curated selection of films. The closure highlights the challenges facing specialty cinema chains as they compete with streaming services and changing consumer habits.

The details

The Alamo Drafthouse location that has now closed was the company's final outpost in the Houston area. The theater had operated in the region for over a decade but was unable to maintain its business in the face of industry headwinds.

Alamo Drafthouse closed its last Houston-area theater on February 8, 2026.

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