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In this episode of The Most Haunted City on Earth, we take a deep dive into the legendary Rylander Theatre in Americus, Georgia — a place where history, grandeur, and ghostly whispers collide. Built in 1921 as “The Finest Playhouse South of Atlanta,” the Rylander dazzled audiences for decades with vaudeville acts, motion pictures, and high school graduations before closing its doors in 1951. After sitting silent for over 40 years, it was lovingly restored and reopened in 1999 — but some say not everyone left when the lights went out.
In this episode, we explore:
The Rylander’s incredible history — from its lavish $150,000 construction to its connection with President Jimmy Carter, who watched movies there as a college student.
Its revival after decades of abandonment and the $5 million renovation that brought it back to life.
And of course… the hauntings. Meet Frank the Friendly Ghost, the Rylander’s beloved resident spirit. Staff members report flickering lights, slamming doors, cold drafts, and even moments where Frank seems to lend a helping hand — literally saving someone from a fall.