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 (Saturday 2nd July)
18:15
Between Two Worlds 12A
1h 47m | French w/ English subtitles
20:45
All My Friends Hate Me 15
1h 34mTomorrow (Sunday 3rd July)
16:00
The Ladykillers PG
1h 27m
18:15
20:30
Between Two Worlds 12A
1h 47m | French w/ English subtitlesComing soon
Good Luck To You, Leo Grande
Showing from Friday 8th July
Emma Thompson stars in this humorous story of sexual awakening and self-discovery, written by British comic Katy Brand.
Everything Went Fine
Showing from Friday 8th July
A moving and deeply personal drama by François Ozon (8 Women) about a father asking his daughter to help him end his life.
Listen
Showing from Saturday 9th July
A Portuguese couple, living in London, fight to reclaim custody of their children. Winner of the Best Debut at the 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
Lights, Community, Action! Campaign Is A Success
Everyone who’s had a part in securing the future for The Ultimate Picture Palace – including its new community owners – can celebrate ... Read more
Seven Days Left to #OwnTheUPP
Our campaign to become a community-owned cinema has entered its final week, and there’s still time for you to buy community shares and ... Read more
Richard Curtis Supports #OwnTheUPP Campaign
BAFTA Award-winning filmmaker and screenwriter Richard Curtis is the latest among the ranks of notable names, as well as more than 950 ... 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.