Welcome to the Ultimate Picture Palace
The UPP is Oxford’s only independent cinema and one of the oldest cinemas in the UK. We show a mix of independent, mainstream, international, and classic films all in our cosy single-screen auditorium. Find us just off the Cowley Road in East Oxford.
What's on
Today (Wednesday 5th October)
16:00
See How They Run 12A
1h 38m
18:15
Her Way 18
20:30
Moonage Daydream 15
2h 15mTomorrow (Thursday 6th October)
12:30
See How They Run 12A
15:15
Moonage Daydream 15
18:15
See How They Run 12A
1h 38m20:30
Her Way 18
1h 37m | French w/ English subtitlesComing soon
Funny Pages
Showing from Saturday 8th October
Hilariously twisted coming-of-age story, produced by the Safdie Brothers (Uncut Gems), about a teenage boy dropping out of college to become a comic book artist.
REMOTE
Showing from Saturday 8th October
Modern Art Oxford presents a new work by visual artists Mika Rottenberg and Mahyad Tousi exploring human connections in the age of technology and convenience.
IF Oxford presents: Her
Showing Thursday 13th October
Join neuroscientists from the University of Oxford for a screening and discussion about this Oscar-winning 2013 sci-fi starring Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson.
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
Blood & Celluloid: Vampire Film Festival (Sat 15 Oct)
Join us on Saturday 15th October 2022, between midday and midnight, for an all-day celebration of classic vampire films. Supported by ... Read more
Celebrate National Cinema Day with £3 tickets (Sat 3rd Sept)
On Saturday 3rd September, we are thrilled to participate in this year's National Cinema Day. Launched by the UK Cinema Association ... Read more
Cronenberg: Something Wicked This Way Comes
It is highly unlikely that many of us, emerging slightly soiled and perturbed from a double bill of Shivers and Rabid, back in 1977, ... 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.