Grail Moviehouse

Was recommended by one of our SC crew members as the theater had shown his film there. Located in an area that resembles a WWII rehabilitated bombed out target. The theater has a DIY look about it and that is entrepreneurship at its best. Good screen and audio. The most comfortable seats, sofas, are too close to the screen. The regular seats are fine. Very friendly staff. The ticket price is higher than chain theaters, but it’s supporting a small business showing hard to find movies and also is community involved.

We saw this and thought it would be cool so we stopped in. I love indie films. I can’t say enough kind words about this business. Currently, I have watched two films here and they were exceptionally beautiful. The selection of films is divine and seating is great as are the snackies. Totally obsessed with this venue. 🤘🏼

This place is awesome! You'll be able to see select flicks in a great theatre. I love the couches! I get to snuggle up with my spouse when we go!

The Grail is a super hip laid back movie theater located in the River Arts District. Local vendors sell snacks there. Upcoming events include an Oscars watch party on March 12th. A really cool feature from Korea called Return to Seoul it’s been called “riveting and unpredictable”. Also Fringe fest shorts on March 20th. And on April 17th AsheFemme Films all local short films by women. Support Independence! Saw the short film series it was phenomenal. Terrific staff. Lots of parking. Comfy couches.

We were a little dismayed when the Grail first moved over to Riverview station because the place they were in was not very well set up as a theater, but are now quite impressed with how they divided the space. The location now has 3 theaters, and they continue to provide Asheville with plenty of great alternative cinema. As far as concessions, expect to find lots of excellent Ashevillian refreshment (many many beers) along with more standard theater fare. And the people behind the counter have always been helpful and friendly!

Intimate boutique moviehouse, with a beautiful selection of films: artfully curated and they support Asheville FM (103.3)! Do yourself a favor and check out some of these beautifully curated movies Going to the Grail moviehouse feels like how cinema should be. Seeing art-house movies in an intimate setting. So much to love! You can purchase wine and beer along with the usual assortment of snacks. Local wine and beer is also on offer. Comfortable couch-like seating, reminiscent of a well appointed home theater. The owners and staff are super friendly. The movie selection is wonderful! We have been attending the Academy Award nominated best animated shorts for years there. It was a family tradition, and I begin watching them in San Francisco in my 20s. We have also seen wonderful movies, that you absolutely would not find anywhere else (documentaries on the cats of Istanbul, a beautiful selection of films from overseas and, of course, a couple cult-classic favorite, such as Harold and Maude). I know the selection will always be wisely curated, and that there will be something on tap of the Grail that is incredibly worthwhile. Bonus is that they support AshevilleFM 103.3.

Lovely local movie theater with smaller non-mainstream movies. Loved the seating and feel of the entire place... a must visit if passing through the arts district!!

A beloved spot in Asheville. Impeccable atmosphere, welcoming & knowledgeable staff and I love their movie-themed decorations/tables 🥹 they also offer open captions upon request!!