Oxford’s home of independent cinema
The Ultimate Picture Palace is Oxford’s oldest 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 (Wednesday 18th June)
18:15
Bound 18
1h 49m
20:45
The Phoenician Scheme 15
1h 41mTomorrow (Thursday 19th June)
16:00
A New Kind of Wilderness 12A
1h 24m
17:45
The Salt Path 12A
1h 55m
20:15
Hyper: The Stevie Hyper D Story 15
Coming soon
Disco Afrika
Showing from Friday 20th June
In Madagascar, a young miner is torn between fast money and his principles. A political, personal debut from Luck Razanajaona, blending 1970s radical spirit with a tale of identity, justice, and survival.
The Ballad of Wallis Island
Showing from Friday 20th June
A reclusive lottery winner reunites his favourite band (and old flames) for one last gig. But as memories resurface, so do old wounds. A melancholic British comedy starring Carey Mulligan and Tim Key about lost love and music.
Along Came Love
Showing from Friday 27th June
In postwar France, a single mother falls for a younger student, but secrets soon threaten their fragile romance. Inspired by her own family history, Katell Quillévéré’s richly emotional film explores identity across generations.
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
SAFAR Film Festival Returns to Oxford
SAFAR Film Festival 2025 at The Ultimate Picture Palace: Celebrating Independent Arab Cinema in Oxford The UK’s leading platform for ... Read more
Picnic at Hanging Rock: Where it All Began
In 1976, at the tender age of 13, “me and a few mates” decided to go to “the pictures” one Saturday afternoon. This was in the days ... Read more
Classic Season Announcement: “Antifa On Screen” Putting Fascism in the Frame
This spring, The Ultimate Picture Palace presents ‘Antifa On Screen: Anti-Fascist Cinema Classics’, a new film season running ... 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.