Chapman Highway Drive-In Theater

Updated October 2026

Screens1
Car spots200
Opened1951

Chapman Highway Drive-In was a drive-in theater in Knoxville, Tennessee.

It is now closed.

History

The history of Chapman Highway Drive-In Theater

Opened October 18, 1951 with Betty Grable in Wabash Avenue, on Chapman Highway (Highway 441 South) near the John Sevier Highway intersection in South Knoxville. One screen, 200 cars. Closed October 20, 1987. A Walmart now stands on the site.

FAQ

Questions about Chapman Highway Drive-In Theater, answered

How many screens does Chapman Highway Drive-In have?

Chapman Highway Drive-In has one screen. Everybody on the lot watches the same film, so there is nothing to choose when you arrive. Park where you like, tune your radio and wait for the light to go.

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How we check this page

Last checked October 2026

Prices and rules can change during the season. If we are not sure about a fact, we leave it off the page.

The start times

Chapman Highway Drive-In starts the movie when it gets dark, so the time moves through the year. The times here are close, not exact.

Prices, hours and radio channels change. Call the theater before you go. Spot a mistake? Tell us and we will check it.