Township Theatre
249 Pascack Road,
Washington Township,
NJ
07675
249 Pascack Road,
Washington Township,
NJ
07675
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Township Theatre (Official)
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Previously operated by: Bow-Tie Cinemas, Clearview Cinemas
Functions: Movies (First Run)
Previous Names: Washington Cinema, Washington Township Cinemas
Phone Numbers:
Box Office:
201.497.3500
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The Washington Cinema was opened on September 2, 1966 with Cary Grant in “Walk, Don’t Run”. It was an anchor of the Washington Town Center shopping plaza. Divided into three screens on December 5, 1986, Clearview Cinemas remodeled the theatre in the 2000’s and added new seats. In June 2013, Bow-Tie Cinemas took over, when they took most Clearview locations. It was closed in September 2016. A new operator to took over and it reopened November 3, 2016. Another victim of the coronavirus pandemic, the theater permanently closed in March, 2020 and was reportedly being converted into a self-storage facility.
However in April 2021 it was announced that the owners of the Ramsey Theatre had taken the Washington Township Cinemas over and it was reopened on April 9, 2021 as the Township Theatre.
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There’s really nothing to see of the venue that Google StreetView doesn’t already show. It really is just a tiny storefront entrance with a blue sign that reads “Cinema”. That’s in part because until two years or so ago the township mandated that all stores in the shopping plaza that the cinema is at one end of have signs of the identical blue font and size.
More importantly the passive-aggressive tone is obnoxious.
This theater showed mostly Universal movies akin to what Cinema 35 showed during the 1980s.
This opened on September 2nd, 1966. Grand opening ad in the photo section
@rivest266 Thanks so much for posting that! What a great find. I’m one of the managers at Washington Township Cinemas and I’ve been trying to find some old photos of the theatre. This is great!
So apparently the theater will remain a theatre after all. The former operators of the Ramsey theatre have signed on as the new operators.
Please update now OPEN, new name Township Theatre and the website is www.townshiptheatre.com
Theatre reopen April 9, 2021 and became a triplex on December 5, 1986. Grand Opening ad in photos
Please update, total seats 454 Theatre 1 120, Theatre 2 225 and Theatre 3 109
theater schedule to close permanently on July 31, 2025
Dear Patrons and Community Members,
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the upcoming closure of Township Theatre. Our final day of operation will be Thursday, July 31st. The shopping center has made the decision to remove the movie theater to redevelop the space.
We want to be transparent in sharing that we made every effort to negotiate with the shopping center in hopes of continuing operations. Unfortunately, despite our best attempts, they remain committed to their redevelopment plans, and the closure of the theater is inevitable.
Since reopening Township Theatre in March 2021—following the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic—we, Dave and Laura Rose, have been proud to serve as owner/operators of one of the few remaining independent movie theaters in the region. Our mission has always been to create a warm, community-focused entertainment hub that went beyond the big screen.
We are proud to share that in 2025, Township Theatre was a finalist as Best Movie Theater in the Best of Bergen Reader’s Choice Awards—a true testament to the incredible support and enthusiasm of our loyal patrons.
More than just a place to see a movie, Township Theatre became a gathering place for all. We specialized in catering to the needs of our local community—welcoming schools, scout troops, senior groups, special needs organizations, and more. Whether it was hosting private screenings, birthday parties, corporate events, live comedy nights, live music performances or other live entertainment, our goal was always to create meaningful, memorable experiences for everyone who walked through our doors.
With the closure of Ridgewood Movie Theater in January 2024, Township became one of the last remaining independent theaters in Bergen County—a role we were honored to uphold. We are truly grateful for the love and loyalty this community has shown us over the years. Your support made Township Theatre a place filled with joy, laughter, and connection.
We are deeply grateful for your support over the years. The love and enthusiasm shown by our patrons have meant everything to us. While we are heartbroken to close this chapter, we will always cherish the memories we created together.
There’s still time to catch a movie with us before we close. Come out, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the magic of the movies this July as we say goodbye and thank you for being part of our story.
With sincere gratitude,
Dave and Laura Rose
Owners/Operators, Township Theatre
Now Showing at Township Theatre: Lilo & Stitch How To Train Your Dragon Elio
Opening In July: Jurassic World: Rebirth Superman Smurfs Musical Fantastic Four: First Steps
Tickets on sale at the box office or at www.TownshipTheatre.com
Washington Township, NJ: Township Theatre Closing in July [Jun 23, 2025]
I wonder what will happen to their digital projectors. I know of a certain arts center that could use one if they were willing to donate.