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 (Thursday 20th February)
14:30
A Complete Unknown 15
2h 20m
17:30
Presence 15
1h 25m
19:30
The Brutalist 18
3h 35m (inc. 15 min intermission)Tomorrow (Friday 21st February)
14:30
Hard Truths 12A
1h 37m
16:45
Conclave 12A
2h19:30
The Brutalist 18
3h 35m (inc. 15 min intermission)Coming soon
September 5
Showing from Friday 28th February
When a hostage crisis erupts at the 1972 Munich Olympics, an American sports broadcasting team covering the games is suddenly caught at the centre. A gripping historical drama that has been nominated for a Best Original Screenplay Oscar.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig
Showing from Friday 7th March
As political unrest engulfs Tehran, a newly appointed judge grows increasingly paranoid of his own family. Filmed entirely in secret, Mohammad Rasoulof’s has been nominated for Best International Feature at the Oscars.
I’m Still Here
Showing from Friday 14th March
In 1970s Brazil, as the military dictatorship tightens its grip on the country, a mother is forced to rebuild her life after her husband is abducted by police. Powerful political drama, nominated for 3 Oscars, including Best Picture.
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
Master of Light – Victim of Racist American Laws: James Wong Howe
Directed by a drunken perfectionist, American born Scott, Alexander Mackendrick, who had previously made a number of much loved Ealing ... Read more
The Evolution of Horror Podcast presents: David Lynch Weekender
Painter, filmmaker, surrealist, and one of the great American artists of the 20th Century. We’ve teamed up with The Evolution of ... Read more
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.