DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 28, 2026) — On June 13, Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl bring Bubba Ho-Tep to not one, not two, but ALL THREE screens at The Last Picture House. Joe Bob will introduce the film in each and every room, plus he and Darcy will do meet-and-greets and merch sales in the lounge all night long. VIP ticket-holders get the intro, the movie, plus a special Q&A with Joe Bob and Darcy. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this historic event. Davenport may never be the same. Tickets are now on sale at lastpicturehouse.com.
About Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl
Joe Bob Briggs is a nationally-syndicated “drive-in movie critic” whose wisecracking take on exploitation and genre films was featured on two long-running late-night television shows; first on The Movie Channel and then on TNT. That tradition continues with his latest series The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs, streaming on AMC/Shudder, where he and co-host and horror expert Darcy the Mail Girl break down genre films for legions of adoring fans.
About Bubba Ho-Tep
After a long run with the Phantasm franchise, writer/producer/director Don Coscarelli gave the genre film world yet another long-favored midnight movie gem in the form of 2002’s Bubba Ho-Tep. Starring Bruce Campbell in his other role-of-a-lifetime as Elvis Presley, Bubba piles on “foulmouthed ancient mummies, conspiracy theories, and the ultimate battle between good and evil. It’s also a surprisingly layered tale about growing old, regrets, and redemption” (Gizmodo). Also starring the brilliant Ossie Davis (Do the Right Thing) as John F Kennedy.
About The Last Picture House
Nestled along the Mississippi River in the Motor Row District of Davenport, Iowa, The Last Picture House will present an art-deco-inspired movie going experience that has been carefully designed and crafted for film lovers of all ages and tastes by Hollywood filmmakers and Iowa natives, Scott Beck and Bryan Woods.
The cinema is home to two state-of-the-art studios, a luxurious cocktail lounge, a collection of rare film art and props, and a seasonal rooftop bar and outdoor screening space that overlooks the historic Arsenal Bridge, Mississippi River, and the Motor Row District. More information regarding showtimes, operating hours, special events, and rentals at The Last Picture House can be found at www.lastpicturehouse.com.
