F1: The Movie
Jul
25
to Jul 29

F1: The Movie

F1 The Movie

PG-13 2025 ‧ Action/Sport ‧ 2h 35m

Friday July 25th through Tuesday July 29th (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

In the 1990s, Sonny Hayes was Formula 1's most promising driver until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, the owner of a struggling Formula 1 team convinces Sonny to return to racing and become the best in the world. Driving alongside the team's hotshot rookie, Sonny soon learns that the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:50 pm

Gates Open Approximately 7:50 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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Library Drive-In Night
Jul
31

Library Drive-In Night

Library Drive-In Night

July 31 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Enjoy library night at the Comanche Drive-In, featuring Encanto.

Face painting and games start at 7:00 p.m.

Movie starts at dusk.

Subtítulos en español.

Free admission with any library card.

Featuring: ACA Cement Truck, Chaffee County Fire Truck, Mini Blessings & BV Rec

In partnership with: Salida Library & Park County Library

Sponsored by: InBank

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Jurassic World: Rebirth
Aug
1
to Aug 5

Jurassic World: Rebirth

Jurassic World: Rebirth

2025 - PG - 13 - 2H 13M

Friday August 1st through Tuesday August 5th (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

Five years post-Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), an expedition braves isolated equatorial regions to extract DNA from three massive prehistoric creatures for a groundbreaking medical breakthrough.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:45 pm

Gates Open Approximately 7:45 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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Customer Appreciation Night at The Comanche Drive-In
Aug
14

Customer Appreciation Night at The Comanche Drive-In

Customer Appreciation Night at The Comanche Drive-in


Showing WONKA with Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka.

As a token of our appreciation for our cherished customers at Buena Vista Drug and Salida Pharmacy & Fountain, we are excited to celebrate with you with a special treat: a FREE night at the drive-in!

This event is our way of expressing gratitude for your continued support and loyalty. Join us under the stars for an unforgettable evening.

FREE admission, FREE ice cream and PRIZES! Bring your friends and family along to share in the fun and make lasting memories. We can't wait to see you there and celebrate together.

Movie Shows at Dusk

Approximately 8:30

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F1: The Movie
Jul
18
to Jul 22

F1: The Movie

F1 The Movie

PG-13 2025 ‧ Action/Sport ‧ 2h 35m

Friday July 18th through Tuesday July 22nd (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

In the 1990s, Sonny Hayes was Formula 1's most promising driver until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, the owner of a struggling Formula 1 team convinces Sonny to return to racing and become the best in the world. Driving alongside the team's hotshot rookie, Sonny soon learns that the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

Gates Open Approximately 8:00 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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Elio
Jul
11
to Jul 15

Elio

Elio

PG 2025 ‧ Adventure/Sci-fi ‧ 1h 39m

Friday July 11th through Tuesday July 15th (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays

Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

Gates Open Approximately 8:00 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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 Elio
Jul
4
to Jul 8

Elio

Elio

PG 2025 ‧ Adventure/Sci-fi ‧ 1h 39m

Friday July 4th through Tuesday July 8th (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays

Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:05 pm (***Friday July 4th Movie Starts after the Fireworks!!**)

Gates Open Approximately 8:05 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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How to Train Your Dragon
Jun
27
to Jul 1

How to Train Your Dragon

How to Train Your Dragon

PG 2025 ‧ Fantasy/Action ‧ 1h 56m

Friday June 20th through Tuesday July 1st (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays

On the rugged isle of Berk, a Viking boy named Hiccup defies centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon named Toothless. However, when an ancient threat emerges that endangers both species, Hiccup's friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:05 pm

Gates Open Approximately 8:05 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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How to Train Your Dragon
Jun
20
to Jun 24

How to Train Your Dragon

How to Train Your Dragon

PG 2025 ‧ Fantasy/Action ‧ 1h 56m

Friday June 20th through Tuesday July 1st (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays

On the rugged isle of Berk, a Viking boy named Hiccup defies centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon named Toothless. However, when an ancient threat emerges that endangers both species, Hiccup's friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:10 pm

Gates Open Approximately 8:10 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

Kids 5 and under Free

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The Last Rodeo
Jun
13
to Jun 17

The Last Rodeo

The Last Rodeo

Friday June 13th through Tuesday June 17th (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

PG 2025 ‧ Drama ‧ 1h 58m

To save his grandson, a retired rodeo star enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition. Along the way, he confronts his past, discovers faith, and proves that true courage lies in family.
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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:05 pm

Gates Open Approximately 8:05 PM

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Thunderbolts
Jun
6
to Jun 10

Thunderbolts

Thunderbolts*

Friday June 6th through Tuesday June 10th (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

PG-13 2025 ‧ Action/Sci-fi ‧ 2h 6m
Super Hero - Action - Adventure -

After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes must go on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts.
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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

Gates Open Approximately 8:00

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning
May
23
to Jun 3

Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Friday May 23rd through Tuesday June 3rd (Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

2025 PG-13 2h 49m

Adventure Epic - Action - Adventure - Thriller

Ethan Hunt and the IMF team race against time to find the Entity, a rogue artificial intelligence that can destroy mankind.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:30 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Opening Weekend! The King of Kings!
May
16
to May 18

Opening Weekend! The King of Kings!

The King of Kings

Friday May 16th through Sunday May 18th

(Closed Monday through Thursday)

PG 2025 ‧ Animation ‧ 1h 45m

Renowned writer Charles Dickens shares the story of Jesus Christ with his son, Walter. As his father narrates the stirring tale, Walter becomes captivated with the events of Jesus' life.

Through a father's vivid storytelling, a boy journeys through Jesus' life, from humble beginnings to ultimate sacrifice. Along the way, he discovers the transformative power of faith.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:30 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Sep
22
to Apr 30

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

Closed for the Season

Thanks for a Great Season!

The Comanche will reopen in the Spring of 2025.

Hope to see you then!

Unfortunately The Comanche will not be hosting our ‘Trunk or Treat’ this year.

We’ll be back next year!

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Preserve The Pearl Theatre Fundraising Event
Sep
20
to Sep 21

Preserve The Pearl Theatre Fundraising Event

Preserve the Pearl Fundraiser 

The Pearl Theatre downtown Buena Vista has been designated a Historical Landmark. Plans are being made for restoration of the building. Help us kick off this initial fund raiser!

The 1939 Classic

Gone With the Wind

Shows Friday and Saturday 

September 20th & 21st 

Showtime 

7:30 

Gate opens at 6:30 

Donations Accepted at the Gate or at High Country Bank “Preserve the Pearl” or click the “DONATE” button at the top of the page!

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Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice
Sep
13
to Sep 15

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice


Friday September 6th through Sunday September 8th

(Closed Monday through Thursday)

PG13 ‧ Horror/Comedy ‧ 1h 44m

Three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life soon gets turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter discovers a mysterious portal to the afterlife. When someone says Beetlejuice's name three times, the mischievous demon gleefully returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 7:55 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice
Sep
6
to Sep 8

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice


Friday September 6th through Sunday September 8th

(Closed Monday through Thursday)

PG13 ‧ Horror/Comedy ‧ 1h 44m

Three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life soon gets turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter discovers a mysterious portal to the afterlife. When someone says Beetlejuice's name three times, the mischievous demon gleefully returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 7:55 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Deadpool & Wolverine
Aug
30
to Sep 3

Deadpool & Wolverine

Deadpool & Wolverine

Friday August 30th through Tuesday September 3rd

R ‧ Action/Comedy ‧ 2h 7m

Deadpool's peaceful existence comes crashing down when the Time Variance Authority recruits him to help safeguard the multiverse. He soon unites with his would-be pal, Wolverine, to complete the mission and save his world from an existential threat.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:20 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Trap
Aug
23
to Aug 27

Trap

Trap

PG-13 ‧ Horror/Mystery ‧ 1h 45m

A man and his teenage daughter realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event while watching a concert.

Friday August 23rd - Tuesday August 27th

(closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:25 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

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Harold and the Purple Crayon
Aug
16
to Aug 20

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Friday August 16th - Tuesday August 20th

(closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

2024 - PG - 1h 29m Adventure/Animation/Family/Comedy/Fantasy

Inside his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book's pages and into the physical world, he soon learns his trusty crayon can set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible. However, when the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of his creativity to save both the real world and his own.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:35 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Twisters
Aug
9
to Aug 13

Twisters


Twisters

Friday August 2nd - Tuesday August 13th

(closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

2024 - PG13 - Action/Adventure/Thriller 2H2M

Haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado, Kate Cooper gets lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi, to test a groundbreaking new tracking system. She soon crosses paths with Tyler Owens, a charming but reckless social-media superstar who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures. As storm season intensifies, Kate, Tyler and their competing teams find themselves in a fight for their lives as multiple systems converge over central Oklahoma.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:45 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Twisters
Aug
2
to Aug 6

Twisters

Twisters

Friday August 2nd - Tuesday August 13th

(closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

2024 - PG13 - Action/Adventure/Thriller 2H2M

Haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado, Kate Cooper gets lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi, to test a groundbreaking new tracking system. She soon crosses paths with Tyler Owens, a charming but reckless social-media superstar who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures. As storm season intensifies, Kate, Tyler and their competing teams find themselves in a fight for their lives as multiple systems converge over central Oklahoma.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:45 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Despicable Me 4
Jul
26
to Jul 30

Despicable Me 4

Despicable Me 4

Friday July 26th - Tuesday July 30th

(closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

2024 - PG - Animation/Adventure/Comedy

Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:55 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Despicable Me 4
Jul
19
to Jul 23

Despicable Me 4

Despicable Me 4

Friday July 19th - Tuesday July 30th

(closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

2024 - PG - Animation/Adventure/Comedy

Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run.

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:55 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1
Jul
12
to Jul 16

Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1

Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1

Chronicles a multi-faceted, 15-year span of pre-and post-Civil War expansion and settlement of the American west.

R 2024 ‧ Drama/Western ‧ 3h 1m

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Inside Out 2
Jul
5
to Jul 9

Inside Out 2

Inside Out 2
Friday June 28th through Tuesday July 9th
(Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

PG 2024 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 36m

Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have been running a successful operation by all accounts. However, when Anxiety shows up, they aren't sure how to feel.

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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Inside Out 2
Jun
28
to Jul 2

Inside Out 2

Inside Out 2
Friday June 28th through Tuesday July 9th
(Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

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Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

PG 2024 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 36m

Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have been running a successful operation by all accounts. However, when Anxiety shows up, they aren't sure how to feel.

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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The Fall Guy
Jun
21
to Jun 25

The Fall Guy

The Fall Guy

Friday June 21st through Tuesday June 25th

PG-13 - 2H 6M - Action/Comedy/Drama

A down-and-out stuntman must find the missing star of his ex-girlfriend's blockbuster film.

Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 9:00 pm

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free 

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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Jun
14
to Jun 18

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes


Friday June 14th - Tuesday June 18th
Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:55 pm

PG-13 - Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi - 2h 25m

Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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The Garfield Movie 2024
Jun
7
to Jun 11

The Garfield Movie 2024

The Garfield Movie 2024
Friday June 7th - Tuesday June 11th

Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:50 pm

PG ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 41m

Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the world-famous, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild outdoor adventure. After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father - scruffy street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson) - Garfield and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered life into joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist.

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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IF
May
24
to Jun 4

IF

The 2024 Comanche Drive in season is almost here!

IF

Fri, May 24th through Tuesday June 4th
(Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays)

Movie starts at dusk, time is approximately 8:30 pm

PG Adventure/Fantasy/animation ‧ 1h 44m
A young girl who goes through a difficult experience begins to see everyone's imaginary friends who have been left behind as their real-life friends have grown up.

Adults $15.00 with credit card $12.00 cash

Children 6-12 $6.00

5 & under free

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CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Nov
1
to May 14

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

"The curtain has fallen on this season's show at The Comanche drive-in, but the applause and support from all of you have been the fuel that kept our theater running.Thank you for being our audience and making our drive-in experience truly spectacular."

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