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The Princess Bride

Date & Time

Fri. Mar. 14, 2025 8 PM-9:45 PM
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Location Main Campus

Film Information

Theater The Amphitheater of The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza
Directed by Rob Reiner
Year 1987
Length 98 minutes
Country USA
Language English

Call for Questions 713-639-7531

Email Your Questions [email protected]

The Princess Bride

Date & Time

Fri. Mar. 14, 2025 8 PM-9:45 PM
This event has passed

Location Main Campus

Film Information

Theater The Amphitheater of The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza
Directed by Rob Reiner
Year 1987
Length 98 minutes
Country USA
Language English

SOLD OUT Advance tickets for “The Princess Bride” are sold out, with a limited number available on-site prior to the screening.

The series “Moonlight Movies” brings you classic films under the stars from your seat on the sloping roof of the Glassell School of Art.

The Princess Bride, a charmingly funny fractured fairy tale, pits true love against inconceivable odds—as you wish. The beautiful Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright) and the dashing Westley (Cary Elwes) must overcome staggering obstacles to find happiness amid fencing, fighting, torture, poison, true love, hate, revenge, giants, hunters, bad men, good men, snakes, spiders, beasts, chases, escapes, lies, truths, passion, and miracles.

Each guest receives a complimentary bag of popcorn. Movie-themed cocktails are available for purchase: “Life Is Pain, “As You Wish, and “Hello, My Name Is Inigo Montoya. You Killed My Father, Prepare to Die. 

Admission SOLD OUT

  • $20
  • $15 for MFAH members, students with ID, seniors (65+), and members of MFAH Film Buffs

Plan Your Visit

  • Entry to the space begins at 7 p.m., and the film starts at 8 p.m.
  • Recommended parking is in the MFAH garage at 5101 Montrose Boulevard. Nearby street parking may also be available.
  • Parking Information | Museum Hours | MFAH Campus Map

Helpful Information

  • A headset is provided to each guest for premium sound quality. 
  • Please do not bring outside food or drink.
  • Seating on the sloping roof is first come, first served.
  • Dress comfortably for Houston weather and backless bench seating. Feel free to bring a stadium seat or cushion.
  • No refunds or exchanges of tickets.
  • In the event of inclement weather, the film will be moved to the Lynn Wyatt Theater in the Kinder Building. 
  • Restrooms are available inside the Glassell School of Art.
  • On these Fridays, Cafe Leonelli stays open until 8 p.m. Le Jardinier is open until 10 p.m.
  • Pets may not be brought into the Museum; service animals on leashes and under their owners’ control are welcome.

Call for Questions 713-639-7531

Email Your Questions [email protected]

Underwriting for the Film Department is provided by Tenaris and American Friends of Fundacion Proa Inc., The June Leaf and Robert Frank Foundation, and the Vaughn Foundation.

Generous funding is provided by The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea; Foundation for Independent Media Arts; Nina and Michael Zilkha; Lois Chiles; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; Ms. Laurence Unger; and ILEX Foundation.