Where is Detroit Film Theatre?

Detroit Film Theatre is at 5200 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202.

What is the phone number for Detroit Film Theatre?

You can reach Detroit Film Theatre on +1313-833-4005.

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Detroit Film Theatre

4.8(295)· GoogleMovie Theater

(313) 833-4005 Directions dia.org

Quick facts

Detroit Film Theatre is a movie theater at 5200 John R St in Detroit, MI. Call +1313-833-4005 for details.

Address: 5200 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202
Phone: +1313-833-4005

About Detroit Film Theatre

Detroit Film Theatre is a movie theater at 5200 John R St in Detroit, MI. Alongside its movie-theater designation, the venue lists live performances among its features. It has a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 295 reviews. Children are welcome, making the theater an option for visitors attending with younger family members, though the supplied details do not specify age guidance for individual screenings or performances.

For those arriving by car, paid parking is available in a lot and on the street. The venue also lists wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance, and an accessible restroom. Food is served, but there is no restaurant on site; no menu details are provided. Credit and debit cards are accepted. These practical amenities are documented, while ticket prices, current programming, and operating hours are not included in the available information.

Known for

Movies and live performances
Paid lot and street parking
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom
Food served on site
Children welcome

Google rating breakdown

295 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

5★255
4★29
3★4
2★5
1★2

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

oscar shorts×8
documentary×7
gorgeous theater×5
international films×5
film quality×4
film theater×3
mask policy×2
indie movies×2
cat video fest×2
historic theater×2

People also search for

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Detroit Film Festival

What reviewers say elsewhere

“Showed up early to grab food and drinks but the concession was closed due to staffing issues. If you can organize and staff a gala happening next door I’m sure you can provide the support for regular people looking to buy a bottle of wa…”
— Matt M, October 3, 2026 · google
“The cat video film was awesome and informative! 🐈”
— Crystal Peacock, August 19, 2026 · google
“Love this place! One of my favorites! I've been going here for years and have seen some wonderful films that might not be available elsewhere.”
— Ann Houston, August 4, 2026 · google
“I ❤️ anyplace with gaudy gold and crystals. Part of the Detroit Institute of Arts this is used for their movie program and music &theater programming and special events. There is food and drinks in the upstairs crystal gallery and you…”
— Karen Carter, July 19, 2026 · google

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Cinema Detroit is an arthouse movie theater at 4126 3rd Ave in Detroit, MI, set in a former school. Its programming includes independent, foreign, and classic films, giving the cinema a focus beyond any one type of filmmaking. The former-school setting is a defining part of its description, alongside its arthouse identity. Cinema Detroit has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 303 reviews. The women-owned business serves food, though it does not have a restaurant. Listed amenities include Wi-Fi, restrooms, and a unisex restroom. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom. Credit and debit cards are accepted. For visitors considering a screening, the key details are its independent, foreign, and classic film programming, its former-school location, and the food and accessibility amenities available on site.

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Detroit Film Theatre — frequently asked

Where is Detroit Film Theatre?: Detroit Film Theatre is at 5200 John R St, Detroit, MI 48202.
What is the phone number for Detroit Film Theatre?: You can reach Detroit Film Theatre on +1313-833-4005.

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