Seattle movie fans and night owls have something new to look forward to: the retired tradition of “Midnight Movies” is officially making its way back to Capitol Hill’s historic Egyptian Theatre.
The WFLM Seattle collective has announced that it has received the green light to begin a soft opening at the iconic E Pine Street venue, bringing new life to a theater that has been largely quiet for nearly two years.
The Egyptian, a former Masonic Temple, suffered significant damage from a burst water pipe in November 2024. The incident forced a lengthy closure following the departure of SIFF, leaving Seattle Central, the building’s owner, searching for a new long-term operator.
WFLM has already been involved in several pop-up screenings at the theater this year as Seattle Central gradually brought the space back to life with special events and one-night movie showings. In September, the two groups confirmed they were working toward a long-term lease agreement.
Now, WFLM is preparing to give the Egyptian a fresh identity while honoring its cinematic history. The collective hopes to model its approach after Santa Ana’s Frida Cinema, with a lineup featuring cult classics, repertory favorites, overlooked gems, and popular crowd-pleasers. Perhaps most exciting is the return of late-night midnight screenings, a tradition that promises to bring a little extra energy to Capitol Hill after dark.
The upcoming schedule is already packed with cult favorites and offbeat selections. Here’s what’s coming to the Egyptian:
Upcoming Midnight Movies
- November 14 – Miami Connection
- November 21 – Deadly Prey
- November 28 – Samurai Cop
- December 5 – Burst City
- December 12 – The Harder They Come
- December 19 – Deadly Games
- December 26 – Party Monster
With its mix of unconventional cinema and late-night entertainment, WFLM’s arrival could mark an exciting new chapter for one of Seattle’s most beloved movie theaters. Get more details on the WFLM website.
