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Tennessee Movie Theatres (page 1)

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Luez Theatre
Bolivar, TN
The Luez Theatre was built in 1948. This photo is from 2011. The theatre closed in 2012 and reopened in 2018 after restoration. It is still a movie theatre with some live events. For more, see this website. [map]

Paramount Theatre
Bristol, TN
The Paramount Theatre opened in 1931. Restoration work began in the 1980s. The theatre is now a performing arts center known as The Paramount Center for the Arts. For more, see these websites: 1 and 2. [map]

Howard Theatre
Bruceton, TN
The Howard Theatre opened in 1940 and closed in 1964. For more, see this website. [map]

Tivoli Theatre
Chattanooga, TN
The Tivoli Theatre opened in 1921 and closed in 1961. The City purchased the building in 1976 and restoration began in 1986. It reopened in 1989 and closed again for further restoration began in 2022. In 2026, it reopened and is now used for live performances. These photos were taken in 2026 before the reopening. For more, see this website. [map]

Roxy Theatre
Clarksville, TN
The Roxy Theatre opened in 1947, replacing the earlier Lillian Theatre which was destroyed by fire. The Roxy closed in 1980. In 1983, it became the Roxy Regional Theatre which features live performances and films. For more, see these websites: 1 and 2. [map]

Ritz Theatre
Clinton, TN
The Ritz Theatre was built in 1945 and closed in 1969. In 1972, the theatre was used by the Red Speeks Country Music Show radio program. It closed again in 1987. In 2000, it reopened with films and live entertainment. For more, see see this website. [map]

Ruffin Theatre
Covington, TN
The Ruffin Theatre built in the 1920s as the Palace Theater. After a devastating fire, the theatre was rebuilt in 1936 as the Ruffin Theatre. The theatre is now used for live entertainment. For more, see this website. [map]

Ritz Theatre
Covington, TN
The Ritz Theatre opened in 1942 and closed in 1985. It was later used as a dinner theatre and retail space. The building is currently vacant. For more, see this website. [map]

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