Madison Art Cinemas is in the center of Madison at 761 Boston Post Road. It favors independent "art" films over broad-appeal mainstream films. It has an on-site art gallery, and a concession stand that serves cappuccinos and espressos. Sunday Cinema Club members meet at the Madison for movie screenings. Club members are not informed of what movie is featured until they arrive. A discussion may follow each club movie.
The Marquee 12 Cinema is just 20 minutes northeast of Madison in Westbrook, Connecticut. It shows recent releases including 3-D movies for an additional charge. Senior, child and early bird discounts are available. The theater may be rented for birthday parties, corporate meetings, church events and private movie showings.
The Regal Branford Stadium 12, in Branford, Connecticut, 15 minutes south of Madison on Highway 95. The Branford can show movies in 3-D and also features independent films. As part of the Regal chain, it participates in promotions like the Regal Crown Club. Crown Club members can get deals like $2 popcorn on Tuesdays and $2 candy on Mondays. Tickets may be purchased online through Fandango.com.
Niantic Cinemas is a five-screen movie theater 29 minutes from Madison. The cinema shows a rotation of five current movies at a time. Evening ticket prices were $8 for adults as of February 2011, which made them $2 cheaper than the area multiplexes.
Criterion Cinemas, in New Haven, Connecticut, shows recent releases along with Hollywood and cult classics. Every late Friday and Saturday night, the theater showcases a classic movie in its "Insomnia Theater" showcase. The theater also screens a classic movie in a program called "Movies and Mimosas" at 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Frequent guests can join the Criterion Club for discounts and invitations to special events.