Oxford’s home of independent cinema
The Ultimate Picture Palace is Oxford’s only independent cinema. Founded in 1911 and community-owned since 2022, we show a mix of independent, international, and classic films all in our cosy single-screen auditorium. Find us on the Cowley Road in East Oxford.
What's on
Tomorrow (Tuesday 18th March)
17:45
The Monkey 15
20:00
Soundtrack to a Coup d'État 12A
2h 30mWednesday 19th March
14:30
I'm Still Here 15
2h 18m | Portuguese w/ English subtitles
17:30
The Seed of the Sacred Fig 15
2h 47m | Persian w/ English subtitles21:00
The Monkey 15
1h 35mComing soon
Cottontail
Showing from Monday 17th March
After his wife’s death, Kenzaburo receives a letter from beyond the grave asking him to travel to England to scatter her ashes. Deeply emotional exploration of family, love, and forgiveness starring Lily Franky (Shoplifters).
The Last Showgirl
Showing from Friday 21st March
A showgirl faces an uncertain future when the Vegas show she’s been working for decades faces closure. Golden Globe nominee Pamela Anderson delivers a stunning performance in this story of resilience, reinvention and rhinestones.
Mickey 17
Showing from Friday 28th March
Mickey 17 is employed to be killed, cloned, and killed again. Until one day he becomes the unexpected hero of a dangerous mission. Robert Pattison stars in Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho’s (Parasite) darkly comic sci-fi thriller.
Become a member
Our community of UPP members get exclusive discounts including 2 free tickets, a free drink at our cosy bar and £2 off the price of tickets.
UPP News
Find out the latest news and updates from the UPP and our community
Shirley MacLaine: Hollywood’s Last Great Star Re-evaluated
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The Evolution of Horror Podcast presents: David Lynch Weekender
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Kino Kids Cinema Club
Join us for our brand new fortnightly strand of family-friendly classics (old and new), the Kino Kids Cinema Club! Every other Sunday ... Read more
Hire the cinema
Our unique art-deco venue is the perfect place for private screenings, children and adult birthday parties, fundraisers, premieres, presentations, community events, film festivals and more.