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
Today (Tuesday 29th October)
17:45
Timestalker 15
20:45
A Different Man 15
1h 52mTomorrow (Wednesday 30th October)
15:45
The Outrun 15
1h 57m21:00
Timestalker 15
1h 30mComing soon
The Crime Is Mine
Showing from Friday 1st November
In François Ozon’s farcical crime-comedy, a young actress is accused of murdering a famous film producer. As the trial turns into a media spectacle, a new kind of fame awaits her.
The Apprentice
Showing from Friday 1st November
Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong star in this darkly comedic tale about a young Donald Trump coming under the sway of ruthless lawyer Roy Cohn, who teaches him how to win at any cost.
The Room Next Door
Showing from Friday 8th November
Two friends are reunited by shocking news in this exquisite drama directed by acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar. Winner of the Golden Lion (Best Film) at the 2024 Venice Film Festival.
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
Kino Kids Cinema Club
Join us in November for the launch of our brand new fortnightly strand of family-friendly classics (old and new), the Kino Kids Cinema ... Read more
Fight Nights At The UPP
The gloves are off this November! Get ready for a knockout season of action movie classics, from Akira Kurosawa's epic rain-soaked ... Read more
The “Other” Great Gene: Gene Wilder Re-evaluated
I have already written elsewhere about the work of Gene Hackman, one of the finest actors to emerge from Hollywood in the late 1960s ... 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.