Film & Television

Starlight and Cinema

Grab the Lawn Chairs: Here’s Where to Watch Outdoor Movies in Houston

Finally, good weather has returned to Houston. It's time to enjoy this rare moment by catching a movie at one of the city's many outdoor screens.

10/20/2025 By Rosemary Akpan and Meredith Nudo

Reunion Reel

A Houston Chef Met His Dad at 40. Then, He Made a Movie About It.

Courtney Lindsay of Mo' Brunch and Brews shares the story of finally meeting his father at age 40, and the beautiful relationship that's resulted.

07/15/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Houstorian

Beyond River Oaks: How Houstonians Watched Movies Before Megaplexes

An historic movie theater can be just as much a work of art as the films shown inside, and the ones still standing are a reminder of our city’s architectural heritage.

06/27/2025 By James Glassman

Bayougraphy

Filmmaker Shahd Shahroor Tells Palestinian Stories on Her Own Terms

She got a standing ovation at the 2024 Houston Cinema Arts Festival, and she's just getting started.

05/07/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

Bring Your Own Beamer Lets You Show Your Work at the Menil

The museum and Aurora Picture Show present their annual crowdsourced film party, uniting professionals and amateurs in showing and celebrating shorts.

04/24/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Tinsel H-Town

Why Mo Means Even More to Houston than You Realize

The show made Palestinian Americans feel seen and heard, supported local film professionals, and gave important shout-outs to uniquely Houston businesses.

03/19/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Houstorian

Over 50 Years, Houstonians Have Shined on Saturday Night Live

From Patrick Swayze’s infamous Chippendales skit to President George H. W. Bush’s cameo.

02/14/2025 By James Glassman

The Must List

ReelAbilities Houston Returns to Elevate Artists with Disabilities

The annual event, now in its 12th year, will fill the city with disability-centered art, music, film, education, and advocacy for three weeks in February.

01/31/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Phoenix Rising

River Oaks Theatre Reopens with New Look, New Menu, Same Vibe

Houston’s only art house movie theater overcomes contentious lease negotiations, closure, and rumors of demolition.

10/03/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Local and Single

What We Found Out About Houston Love Is Blind Contestants

We cyberstalked the season five cast of the popular Netflix show so you don’t have to.

09/22/2023 By Rosemary Akpan

Beyhive

Swarm Examines the Dangerously Thin Line Between Fandom and Fanaticism

Amazon Prime’s new show takes "stan" culture to a whole new level.

04/12/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Knives Out

Top Chef Season 20, Episode 1 Recap: London Calling

Acclaimed local chef Dawn Burrell is back on the hot seat.

03/10/2023 By Shelby Stewart

IN THE KITCHEN

Dawn Burrell Returns For Top Chef: All Stars

The acclaimed local chef sets her sights on winning it all in her return to Bravo’s popular cooking competition.

02/03/2023 By Shelby Stewart

WANT SOME MO’

Mo Returns to Netflix For Season 2

Our hero’s journey for American citizenship continues.

01/23/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Documentary

12 Crime Documentaries Set in the Lone Star State

Some of the most terrifying crimes happened in Texas. Here are the documentaries that revisit them.

12/15/2022 By Shelby Stewart With Anna Rajagopal

Docuseries

The Story Behind Netflix’s Crime Scene: The Texas Killing Fields

The Calder Fields in League City are spotlighted in Netflix’s latest limited series.

12/06/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Deck the Halls

The 25 Must-See Christmas Movies With Houston Connections

The best holiday flicks with Houston ties, and where to watch them.

12/02/2022 By Camilo Hannibal Smith and Shelby Stewart

THINGS TO DO

8 Upcoming Houston Film Festivals to Mark on Your Calendar

From comedies to underwater films, these festivals showcase it all.

10/05/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Fall Arts Guide 2022

The Ultimate Guide to Houston's Arts and Entertainment Scene This Fall

A guide to all things arts and entertainment this fall.

09/19/2022 By Amarie Gipson With Chris Gray

Mo' Houston

Mo Amer on Netflix’s Mo: “Alief Is Such a Significant Part of My Life”

The new Netflix series gives nods to Houston at every turn.

09/16/2022 By Shelby Stewart