Silents Under the Stars

Sun Jul 20, 2025 - Sun Aug 17, 2025
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Repeating every month on the third Sundays through August 17, 2025.
6:30pm PT
Age: 8 and up
Price: Free
Location:
King Gillete Ranch

The tradition of classic silent films screening under the stars with live musical accompaniment continues in the Santa Monica Mountains. 

The 38th edition of “Silents Under the Stars” is once again held at King Gillette Ranch

The ranch encompasses the former home of director Clarence Brown (1890-1987); the first film being shown this year was directed by Brown.  

July 20: The Freshman (Harold LloydShowtime is 8pm

August 17: Clash of the Wolves (Rin Tin TinShowtime is 7:30pm

Both films feature live music composed spontaneously by Michael D. Mortilla.

Tickets are free with limited seating available first come first serve.  Bringing your own chair is highly advisable.

Guided walking tours of the grounds begin at 6:30pm. The Visitor Center remains open until 7:30pm. 

Parking is free. Picnics welcome. Bring a flashlight.

 

 

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.