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The Magic Lantern

9 Depot Street, Bridgton, ME 04009
(207) 647-5065
Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Bridgton
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Cinemas
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Delray Beach, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Brand new quadriplex that has old timey charm! Sports/TV, special interest films, and live performances shown in the cozy Elizabethan-style Pub with food and beverage service. The other theaters all have balconies for adults and charming decor. A small movie "museum," and great restrooms for the "stars". Summer patio dining under the trees,next to a creek.

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Naples, Maine
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55 reviews 55 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

A fun old-time theatre with up-to-date films and great balcony seats for adults! prices for show and food are fair and keep me going back!

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Bridgton, Maine
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Forget the big chain movie theaters! The Magic Lantern is the only place for me. When they had to tear down the old building, I thought the old time charm would be lost, but they managed to maintain it, right down to the player piano in the parlor, the pub with the most comfortable rolling chairs I've ever sat on,... More

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South Paris, Maine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

Very comfy seats, with lots of food choices. I would go more if it wasn't so far away.

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Bow, NH
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

If you're over 21, sit in the balcony. Rocking seats!

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Bridgton, Maine
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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011

Love the seating in the new theaters. Balcony is a wonderful treat with slightly rocking chairs for the adults. Sorry kids must be 21 to sit up there. Wished they did something different to the front of the building. Looking at it from main street it is really uninspiring and disappointing. Inside is nicely decorated and fun to visit. Prices... More

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Vermont USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011
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The Magic Lantern was an unexpected treasure in the heart of Bridgton. On the site of the old theatre, it was remodeled a few years ago and now boasts three small (90 seat, 90 seat and 170 seat, approx) movie theatres with beautiful new seats, lovely decor and a homey feel I remember from town theatres years ago. A cute... More

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