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Enjoy prestige new releases, the best of art house & international, curated repertory series and classics, upscale genre and late-night movies, and kids and family series!
Upcoming Special Events
From Q&A’s to partnership events, don’t miss these one-night-only celebrations of cinema
Explore Film Series
See All SeriesCommunity Partnership
Screenings in partnership with local organizations and businesses.
Varsity Pride
Proudly programing LGBTQ+ stories 12 months a year.
Restoration Celebration
Classic films and hidden gems that are back on the big screen at The Varsity.
Filmmaker in Person
Q&As and discussions with filmmakers. Presented by Iowa Arts Council.
One Night Only
Join us for special one night only screenings.
Science on Screen
A series of great films paired with presentations from scientists and scientific thinkers. Presented in collaboration with STEM Librarian Dan Chibnall and STEM@DRAKE.
Oscar Nominees
Be sure to catch these Oscar-nominated films before the big event!
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