From the best new releases to special screenings and events, here’s what not to miss at London’s cinemas
London’s big on cinema; the city is home to countless film festivals and movie institutions, as well as a healthy vein of indie cinemas. Of course, that means there’s a lot to watch and it can be tough to keep up with all the must-see screenings going down – even for the most hardcore cinema buffs. So, we’ve scoured the listings of our favourite movie spots in town to bring you a curated list of the unmissable, from cult classics dug out of the archive to new releases you might not have heard of. (P.S. our list is updated weekly, so come again to catch something new).
New Releases
Late Night With the Devil
In 1977, a live late-night taping takes a sinister turn when an unexpected guest torments the show’s host and cast.
Until Sun 28th April 2024
Various cinemas in London
The Sweet East
Starring two darlings of 2020s cinema (Ayo Edebiri and Jacob Elordi), The Sweet East is a satirical road movie that takes place on the American East Coast.
Until Tues 23rd April 2024
Various cinemas in London
Robot Dreams
This bittersweet, Oscar-nominated animated flick is a funny, heartwarming tear-jerker.
Until Thurs 18th April 2024
Various cinemas in London
Monkey Man
Dev Patel’s directorial debut is a vengeance-fueled thriller that pays homage to global action cinema.
Until Thurs 18th April 2024
Various cinemas in London
Special Screenings & Events
Paris, Texas at the Prince Charles Cinema
Thurs 18th April 2024
Female Trouble at Genesis Cinema
Thurs 18th April 2024
Eno & Post-film Conversation at the Barbican
Sat 20th April 2024
David Lynch Marathon at the Prince Charles Cinema
Sat 27th April 2024
A Streetcar Named Desire at BFI Southbank
Tues 7th, Sat 18th & Fri 24th May 2024
Stop Making Sense at the Prince Charles Cinema
Thurs 18th & Sat 27th April; Fri 3rd, Wed 8th, Mon 13th & Sat 25th May; Wed 5th & Sat 29th June; and Sat 27th July 2024
Film Festivals
Queer East
Queer East is back for its fifth year, with a city-wide programme of events showcasing LGBTQ+ cinema from East and Southeast Asia.
Wed 17th – Sun 28th April 2024
Various locations
Open City Documentary Festival
The Open City Documentary Festival is holding its debut spring edition to demonstrate how cinema acts as a space of resistance and solidarity in times of crisis. The packed programme will highlight and celebrate the work of Palestinian artists in particular.
Wed 24th – Tues 30th April 2024
Various locations