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The Popcorn List

The Popcorn List - Film Series
 
August 7 & 8, 2026
The Popcorn List is an annual survey of acclaimed films that have been hits on the festival circuit. A discovery and visibility initiative, this showcase offers theatrical screenings of independent films with story-driven narratives.
Tickets
  • $9 general admission; $7 MFAH members, students with ID, seniors (65+)
Plan Your Visit
MFAH Films
See the best classic and contemporary movies year-round on the big screen.
Underwriting for the Film Department is provided by Tenaris and American Friends of Fundacion Proa Inc., The Robert Frank Foundation, Nina and Michael Zilkha, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Houston, Laurence P. Unger and Ben Hobratsch, and the Vaughn Foundation.
 
Generous funding is provided by the Foundation for Independent Media Arts; Lois Chiles; Franci Neely; Joanie Patrick and Stephen Bettencourt; Ellen A. Yarrell; and ILEX Foundation.