Friends of the Fox: Classic Movie Series | Cool Hand Luke

Paul Newman stars as Luke, a prisoner in a Florida prison camp who refuses to submit to the system. Following his arrest, Luke challenges the established pecking order of the chain gang and eventually runs afoul of the prisoner’s leader, Dragline, played by George Kennedy. While Luke eventually wins over his fellow prisoners, his struggles with the system and life continue, making him one of the best anti-heroes in film.

“Cool Hand Luke” received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Kennedy’s performance, and was nominated for three others, including Best Actor for Newman’s portrayal of Luke. It has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and was inducted into the National Film Registry for its cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance in 2005. Doors open at 1:00 PM. Dave Moreno plays a live concert at the “Mighty” Morton organ at 1:30 PM. Our master of ceremonies, Matías Bombal announces the movie at 2 PM.

Friends of the Fox offer complimentary drinks and snacks, and a tour of the theatre after the film. Donations are greatly appreciated.

The Friends of the Fox is a volunteer, non-profit organization offering a monthly classic movie experience at the Bob Hope Fox Theatre. Founded in 1995, the Friends of the Fox supported the restoration of the Theatre through significant fundraising efforts. More than 25 years later, the organization continues to promote the Theatre as an integral part of the Stockton community and the “Crown Jewel” of downtown Stockton’s revitalization efforts.

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Please note that the theatre will be using the following security procedures for all events.  Please plan accordingly. 

• All patrons are subject to search of person, including the use of a metal detectors. 

• Bags larger than 10" x 8" x 6” will not be permitted into the theatre, this includes backpacks, purses, and diaper bags.   

• Camera policy is set by the show, best practice suggests no cameras for events 

• No weapons of any kind will be permitted into the theatre 

• No outside food or beverage will be permitted into the theatre 

• We are a cashless facility! All points of sale within the venue are no longer accepting cash. Please be prepared to pay with your credit card, debit card or mobile pay. Thank you! 

• The theatre is a no smoking facility, there is no designated smoking area 

• The theatre has a no re-entry policy. 

We encourage you to plan accordingly for traffic in the City, parking and long lines when entering the theatre. 

Parking is located at the Coy Garage – 130 N Hunter St, Stockton, California.