The CLIFTEX Theatre is Texas’ oldest, continuously operating movie theater, and has shown movies in Clifton since 1916.

For over 100 years, The Cliftex Theatre has been an important source of entertainment for Bosque County residents. Many of today’s regular Cliftex movie supporters saw their very first movie at the theatre over the passing decades and it represents an iconic landmark for Clifton.

With Richard and Megan Morris purchasing the CLIFTEX in October 2020, the making of movie memories will continue in Clifton. In over hundred years, the theatre has seen a lot of first dates, stolen kisses in the back row, fun family outings spanning three, sometimes even four generations, and students helping out in the projection room and concession stand.

The CLIFTEX is the only remaining of three theatres that were founded by D.C. Caraway in the early 1900s. It has been in business since 1916. The original name was “The QUEEN Theatre,” which was later changed to “CLIFTEX Talkies” in order to keep up with the ever changing film industry.

In the early days, the CLIFTEX operated two theatres, one at the present site and the another on the opposite side of The Clifton Record building.

Using old photographs as a reference, a total restoration was completed in December 2008 that brings back many of the features of the CLIFTEX in 1935. Historical memorabilia, furniture and equipment are featured throughout the theatre.

In April 2011, the projection booth was upgraded to digital projection and now provides CLIFTEX movie patrons with a crystal clear, first-class movie experience. Prior to digital projection, an intermission was necessary for a 35 mm reel film change. Intermissions are now no longer necessary with modern digital equipment.

For generations, the CLIFTEX Theatre has been a primary source of entertainment for Bosque County residents. And after continuously operating for over 100 years, that will not change any time soon.

Box Office opens 45 minutes prior to showtime. Concessions include popcorn, cold drinks & candy. Business Hours reflect standard show times.