Come to the Kan-Kan, whether you're L,G,B,T,Q,I,A,+ or ally you have a place here to see queer stories on screen. While you're there we've got plenty of refreshment options including Shake Up's RAINBOW REFRESHER, a bubbly cocktail made with gin and natural watermelon and lime flavors. 🔗 in bio

We're happy to show a recently beloved animated film about singing animals for this month's Kan-Kan. SING is about a theater owner's last ditch effort to put on a singing competition show in order to raise funds for his building. Yes, you can sing along. Youth priced tickets are available. 🔗 in bio

Coming to this Thursday's live music is Kaylaandthemachine, the solo project of Kayla Weddington, inspired by great romantics and nature. She plays music across genres using flute, guitar, keys, and voice. The music is free to enjoy, but you can also buy a drink or a slice of pizza while you're here

They also had a song called "Above Backrooms", but that one wasn't as big a hit. This Friday with another week of I LOVE BOOSTERS, we will have the D-Day drama PRESSURE and the horror movie BACKROOMS joining our esteemed lineup. Ticket link in bio.

Some people want money, some people want fame and some people want proper credit for their music and put on a scary mask to prove a point to Paul Williams. Every Thursday at the Kan-Kan we've got a thrilling music film and accompanied live music in the lounge. Ticket link in bio.

From filmmaker and musician Otis Gibbs, A LOVE LETTER TO HANDSOME JOHN intimate portrait of Todd Snider in the last year of his life. What starts as a film about gratitude, and a way to say thank you to John Prine, becomes a rare glimpse of the artist at home in his most quiet moments. 🔗 in bio.

We will be open on Memorial Day for all of your movie needs, whims, AND wishes. The bar and @finalcutslice will be open for your drink and pizza needs, whims, AND wishes as well. Catch the new movie PRESSURE before anyone else or catch up on something else we're showing. 🔗 in bio

This week starts the latest from Boots Riley and a couple flicks from Kiyoshi Kurosawa. We're still showing the incredible documentary about Amy Goodman and the glitzy fashion world of The Devil Wears Prada 2. Ticket link in bio.

Got racing fever, Indianapolis? A fan of Ann-Margaret? Or palindromes In VIVA LAS VEGAS Elvis plays a race car driver in search of some cash and a girl and just wants to sing you some songs too. Plus we've got live music from local musician Scott Rudicel in the restaurant/bar area as well! 🔗 in bio

This year we are finally partnering with the American Cinematheque to bring BLEAK WEEK to Indianapolis. On June 5th, we've got the Hughes Brothers' MENACE II SOCIETY; on the evening of June 6th, we've got Todd Solondz's HAPPINESS; and then lastly Shinji Sōmai's TYPHOON CLUB on June 6. 🔗 in bio

This Friday we start the new Boots Riley heist comedy I LOVE BOOSTERS and this Saturday is our special Pop Up Market from 4:30-7:30 p.m. with seven lovely vintage clothing vendors. Find something fun or glamorous to wear and then get a ticket to the fashion movie event of the spring. 🔗 in bio

We follow Coss Marte as he builds ConBody, a gym inspired by workouts he developed while in prison; committed to employing formerly incarcerated trainers, Coss creates a community fighting to break the cycle of recidivism. See this epic documentary on the big screen this Saturday. 🔗 in bio.

How are y'all DUNE on this fine Tuesday? Tonight we've got $10 movie tickets and trivia happening for David Lynch's (admittedly quite fascinating) disasterpiece DUNE. Trivia master Sam-Sam is joined by Kan-Kan alumni and Lynchhead Eli Kohn. Ticket link in bio.

Lesbians, gay dads, yearning, a talking dog, drag queens, girls, gays, theys and anyone else you can think of under the rainbow. A marvelous mix of films coming up for this pride month for OUT AT THE MOVIES, our annual tradition at Kan-Kan Cinema. 🔗 in bio

Kiyoshi Kurosawa is a Japanese filmmaker with masterpieces like Cure and Pulse under his belt. Thanks to Janus Films, we are happy to be showing his newest film CHIME and the 4k restoration of his 1998 SERPENT'S PATH. Chime will play first into Serpent's Path with no intermission. Ticket link in bio

Rev up those engines. Elvis Presley and Ann-Margaret star in VIVA LAS VEGAS, a movie about a guy who has the time to sing songs, race cars, be a waiter on the side and fall in love with a silver screen starlet. Ticket link in bio.

Bring your cats and your rats, we've got some David Lynch to watch! Indy's Good Time Ghoul Bunny Beaumont and Indy Reads are going to take you on the adventure of a lifetime with Kyle MacLachlan, Patrick Stewart and Sting. Ticket link in bio.

THE STABILIZER is an 80s action film from Indonesia directed by Arizal and produced by The Punjabi Brothers. The movie stars Peter O'Brian who plays the titular role. He is an FBI agent sent to Thailand to retrieve a brilliant professor captured by a drug lord. Free, but ticketed. Link in bio.

We go to the movies to seek entertainment or to seek something outside of ourselves that helps us look inward. This selection of flicks is perfect for such a philosophy. Ticket link in bio.

Johnny Cash is king, but we'll accept Johnny Debit at the Kan-Kan too. Tonight is WALK THE LINE, the story of the country outlaw icon. Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon performed all of the songs themselves, without being dubbed. They also learned to play their instruments. Ticket link in bio.

The very remarkable musician and filmmaker Boots Riley returns to the cinema with I LOVE BOOSTERS next Friday. First, on Wednesday we are showing his debut feature SORRY TO BOTHER YOU simultaneously with IU Cinema for Granfalloon. That event is free, but ticketed. Ticket link in bio.

In the film PRESSURE Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower (Brendan Fraser and Capt. James Stagg (Andrew Scott) face an impossible choice -- launch the D-Day invasion or risk losing World War II altogether. At Kan-Kan Cinema, we'll be showing a special early screening on Memorial Day at 2 p.m. 🔗 in bio

Two opportunities to see the 1984 Lynch epic on the big screen at Kan-Kan. On Sunday with Bunny Beaumont doing commentary to explain what is happening and Indy Reads with a book club to follow. Then Tuesday is our $10 Trivia Tuesday with Sam and special guest Eli so bring your brains. 🔗 in bio.

Calling all local filmmakers, aspiring artists, friends of the Kan-Kan… our next filmmaker meetup is tomorrow! Join our local creative community in a casual environment. Our filmmaker friends Alex & Zac will have a short presentation about their films’ lives after festivals. RSVP on our website

Georgia filmmakers wrestle with new cultures and society versus the old and that is emblematic in DRY LEAF, a lo-fi epic poem of a film. STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE is a documentary about journalist Amy Goodman who has made a name for herself for telling brave and uncompromising stories. 🔗 in bio.

A movie away keeps the doctor away. We fear one is lurking around the corner. Please, for all that is good and holy, go see a movie. Ticket link in bio.

"Hello, I'm Johnny Cash." Joaquin Phoenix got an Oscar nomination for his take on the man in black and Reese Witherspoon won the statue for playing his wife June Carter. Come to the Kan-Kan to watch one of the best stories in country music. Ticket link in bio.

In BLIND FURY, Rutger Hauer plays a blind Vietnam vet who can whoop anybody who crosses him and his sword. The film wields a complex balancing act of sincerity and hilarity that will be sure to get every ticket buyer good and rowdy for our wonderful host Dylan. Ticket link in bio.

This Sunday Sommelier Jan-Jan leads her wine + movie experience with the classic MAMMA MIA and experiencing Greek wines from Carroll Wine & Spirits. We've got tickets available for both the wine experience and just the film itself. Ticket link in bio.

Charli XCX told you to come to the Kan-Kan. You don't even have to see her movie. You should believe us and don't double check. We've got her ERUPCJA, the Golden Leopard winning TWO SEASONS, TWO STRANGERS, the magnificent BLUE HERON, as well as our Anne Hathaway double header. Ticket link in bio.

Music icons from every genre and era all month long. Selena Quintanilla in SELENA, Johnny Cash and June Carter in WALK THE LINE, Elvis Presley and Ann Margaret in VIVA LAS VEGAS, and Eminem (and Brittany Murphy) in 8 MILE. Ticket link in bio.

GEORGIA O'KEEFFE: THE BRIGHTNESS OF LIFE explores the life and art of the most important woman artist of the 20th century. O'Keeffe became famous for her paintings of flowers, bones and emerged as an iconic role model for women. Ticket link in bio.

Tomorrow check out the film that solidified the legacy of the one and only icon, Selena Quintanilla. Sing along to all your favorite tunes at Kan-Kan Cinema! Ticket link in bio.

We at Kan-Kan love the ability to show you guys the movies no other theaters in the city are showing* so you can enjoy indie flicks here in this city like ERUPCJA, BLUE HERON and TWO SEASONS, TWO STRANGERS. That's why we're here. Ticket link in bio. *as of 5/6/2026

In two weeks I LOVE BOOSTERS opens at Kan-Kan Cinema and we wanted to highlight many vendors in the city where you can upgrade your wardrobe. On May 23 we will have a pop up shop with all of these fabulous vendors. Do some shopping and see the flick. Ticket link in bio.

Join WFYI for a screening of STROKE: TIME IS BRAIN tomorrow at 6:30 p.m., followed by a panel with IU Health's Dr. Ann Jones, Board Certified Vascular Neurologist and Dr. Kaustubh Limaye: Board Certified Vascular Neurologist, discussing advances in stroke care. Free, but ticketed. Link in bio.

Tomorrow you can experience an Indianapolis history lesson and a cinematic interpretation of it. Gus Van Sant's DEAD MAN'S WIRE shows tomorrow at 7 p.m. with an intro + Q&A's from writer Lisa Hendrickson and journalist Will Higgins. Ticket link in bio.

"Y cuando al fin estemos juntos los dos, no importa qué dirán tu padre y tu mamá, aquí solo importa nuestro amor…" The icon we lost way too soon, SELENA was immortalized with this beloved 1997 film. Relive all of your favorite scenes and inevitable heartbreak this Thursday at Kan-Kan. 🔗 in bio.

Bruceploitation became a subgenre after the death of martial arts film star Bruce Lee passed away, casting actors who looked like him to bank on his international popularity. THE CLONES OF BRUCE LEE is such a flick where a scientist clones the late star to make crime fighting soldiers. 🔗 in bio.

Have any plans tonight? No? Well now you do! Come see a slew of local filmmakers who have made music videos are presenting their proud works to you for free! Come to the Kan-Kan tonight for First Friday at 6 p.m.! Grab a drink and a slice and soak up some vids.

April showers bring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Cole films at the Kan-Kan. (But also THE BLUE TRAIL has arrived and THE DRAMA is sticking around as well.) Ticket link in bio.

Tomorrow the celebration of the icon, the legend, the diva, the Oscar winner, the generational, the multi-talented Anne Hathaway with her two new spectacular motion pictures: MOTHER MARY and THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2. Ticket link in bio.

On February 8, 1977, Tony Kiritsis entered the office of Richard Hall, president of the Meridian Mortgage Company, and took him hostage. Writer Lisa Hendrickson and reporter Will Higgins will present for a panel and Q&A session after the film to talk about the historical event. Ticket link in bio.

To maximize economic productivity, the Brazilian government orders elderly people to move to remote housing colonies. A 77-year-old woman refuses and embarks on a journey through the Amazon that will change her destiny forever. THE BLUE TRAIL is coming to Kan-Kan this Friday for one week. 🔗 in bio.

When we first opened we considered calling ourselves The KA-CHOW KA-CHOW Cinema, but we were worried Disney wouldn't like that. This Saturday and Sunday we are showing the 2006 Pixar movie CARS part of our Fam-Fam series and a nod to the upcoming race weekend. Ticket link in bio.

The comedic heist flick from Boots Riley starring Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Demi Moore, and more is coming to the Kan-Kan on May 22 and tickets for opening weekend are now on sale! Ticket link in bio.

Space aliens, evil puddles, a rock band, roller derby, Norwegian urban legends, and a Transylvanian municipal worker. (Plus a band playing in the lobby on Thursday as well.) We better lay out the cots because we've got a lot of guests this week. Ticket link in bio.

Hello fellow-Lynchheads... Lynchites? Lynchovians. Regardless, we're excited to have our David Lynch Directs t-shirts available for pre-order! You can only order them at our concession stand and you can only pre-order them. You can even do your own weather reports while you wear them.

A/V Club gets a little arthouse with LAKE OF THE DEAD, a 1958 Norweigan horror-mystery film. A group of friends visit one's brother in the middle of the forest to find him missing and his dog dead, making them recall a legend that the area is cursed. The screening is free, but ticketed. Link in bio.