Shortly before the 1973 Chilean coup, CIA agents Chris (John Malkovich) and Lee (Sam Rockwell) are dispatched from Santiago to Easter Island by their bureau chief, MJ (Steve Buscemi). Amongst the Island's iconic statues, and as the longtime partners wrestle with their dark pasts and present conspiracies, Chris's newfound bond with a pair of rebellious students (Mariana di Girolamo and Ailín Salas) threatens to send everyone’s trip to this remote paradise sideways.
Director
Martin McDonagh
Cast
Sam Rockwell, Steve Buscemi, John Malkovich, Parker Posey, Tom Waits
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The ghostly residents of Button House are adjusting to life without Alison and Mike, but when protesters disrupt the construction of the planned hotel, the ghosts need to find a way to reach their living friends.
When an amateur séance goes awry, Julian seizes the opportunity to leave the grounds in the body of teenage ghost hunter Jack. Whilst Julian experiences the outside world for the first time in decades, Jack gets a crash course in the afterlife from the ghosts. But what was supposed to be a temporary switch soon reveals the risk of permanent consequences…
Director
Simon Hynd
Cast
Lolly Adefope, Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas, Jim Howick, Laurence Rickard, Charlotte Ritchie, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, Ben Willbond
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A powerful, life-affirming British drama from Academy Award-nominated Director John Madden (Shakespeare in Love, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel).
BAFTA Award-winner Rhys Ifans (Inheritance, House of the Dragon) and Academy Award-nominee Laura Linney (Ozark, Love Actually) star alongside Monica Dolan and Rory Kinnear, in an emotional and surprisingly funny story of two people with lots in common - a great sense of humour, a love of adventure, and… an unexpected diagnosis of Parkinson’s.
Director
John Madden
Cast
Rhys Ifans, Laura Linney, Rory Kinnear, Monica Dolan, Danielle Galligan
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On the outskirts of a village by the sea, lives a Fisherwoman; smelly, single and perpetually ridiculed. One day, fed up with her stuffy, small-minded neighbours, she commissions herself a husband to be made from wicker. In an otherwise conservative town, this unconventional romance sparks outrage, jealousy and chaos.
Directors
Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson
Cast
Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, Peter Dinklage, Richard E. Grant, Elizabeth Debicki
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Shot at night on the rooftops of Tel Aviv, the film reveals in detail the systems behind Israel’s calculated mass killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza.
The critically acclaimed film, produced with the team behind the Zone of Interest and directed by Oscar-winning film-makers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, includes testimony from 24 Israeli military insiders, shot at night on the rooftops of Tel Aviv. Abraham and Szor are the two Israeli directors of the four behind No Other Land, which won the Oscar for Best Documentary in 2025.
Directors
Yuval Abraham, Rachel Szor
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This screening is only open to parents and guardians with babies under one year old. So there’s no need to worry about disturbing other guests while your film’s playing.
The film is played at a lower level and with the lights on low.
This showing will be subtitled.
The ticket price includes a hot drink and a cake from our special selection (some cakes on display in the bar may not be available with this deal, please ask staff for details).
Just show your ticket at the box office before the film and choose you drink and cake.
On the outskirts of a village by the sea, lives a Fisherwoman; smelly, single and perpetually ridiculed. One day, fed up with her stuffy, small-minded neighbours, she commissions herself a husband to be made from wicker. In an otherwise conservative town, this unconventional romance sparks outrage, jealousy and chaos.
Directors
Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson
Cast
Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, Peter Dinklage, Richard E. Grant, Elizabeth Debicki
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The Royal Opera
CARMEN
215min
One Interval
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don José. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto’s searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and destructive desire of Bizet’s ever-popular opera.
An all-star cast brings this white-hot drama to life, with Ginger Costa-Jackson in the fiery title role, alongside Russell Thomas as the jealous and despairing Don José. Following his 2023 Royal Opera debut, Sesto Quatrini returns to conduct Bizet’s electrifying and sensual score.
Sung in French with English subtitles.
Cast:
Carmen GINGER COSTA-JACKSON
Don José RUSSELL THOMAS
Micaëla ADRIANA GONZÁLEZ
Escamillo ALEXANDER VINOGRADOV
Zuniga BARNABY REA
Creatives:
Music GEORGES BIZET
Libretto HENRI MEILHAC, LUDOVIC HALÉVY
Conductor SESTO QUATRINI
Director DAMIANO MICHIELETTO
Set Designer PAOLO FANTIN
Costume Designer CARLA TETI
Lighting Designer ALESSANDRO CARLETTI
Dramaturg ELISA ZANINOTTO
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Based on true events, “Tenzing” chronicles the little-known story of Tenzing Norgay (Genden Phuntsok), a gifted Himalayan climber who, alongside New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary (Tom Hiddleston), was the first to summit Mount Everest. Encouraged by his wife Dawa (Thinley Lhamo), Tenzing finds an ally in expedition secretary Jill Henderson (Caitríona Balfe). Together, they persuade Colonel John Hunt (Willem Dafoe) that Tenzing belongs on the British climbing team, rather than merely serving it. Where Western climbers see “Everest” as something to be conquered, Tenzing reveres “Chomolungma” as the sacred mother goddess. What follows is an ascent defined as much by the tensions between backgrounds, classes and competing ambitions as by the perils of the mountain itself. But high above the world, empire, rank and aspiration fall away, leaving two outsiders bound by mutual respect and trust — and for Tenzing, the fulfillment of both a lifelong dream and a spiritual calling. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Jennifer Peedom, “Tenzing” is a story of greatness that refuses to be diminished — and the love that makes it possible.
Director
Jennifer Peedom
Cast
Genden Phuntsok, Tom Hiddleston, Willem Dafoe, Caitríona Balfe, Tenzin Dalha, Thinley Lhamo
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George Michael was one of the most influential stars of his generation; his voice and songwriting defined an era. Assembled from rediscovered, previously unseen and unheard 35mm footage of his 1988 performance at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy, this new concert film captures George at the height of his creative power during the record-breaking Faith Tour. Expertly restored and remastered, the film transforms a defining cultural moment into a spectacular cinema experience. An original short film by Mary McCartney opens the feature, using newly discovered audio and imagery from 1986–1988 – the Faith era – creating a rare and intimate ‘time capsule’, offering a vivid insight into George’s mindset at this pivotal moment in his life.
Directors
David Austin and Andy Morahan
Starring
George Michael
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Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema for a festive big-screen experience as they celebrate Evie’s first Christmas! Share in the excitement of Christmas Day as the family of five reflect on treasured seasonal memories. From snowy adventures and festive plays to decorating the tree, this hour-long cinema experience brings together 7 classic festive-themed Peppa Pig episodes and 4 brand-new songs that little ones can dance and sing along to. Filled with laughter, music and heart-warming moments, this special cinema experience is the perfect family day out during the Christmas season. So grab your hats, scarves and gloves and enjoy the magic of the season along with your favourite piggies at the Festive Fun with Peppa Cinema Experience!
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The wholehearted, accident-prone bear from deepest, darkest Peru returns with a second helping of his endearing brand of good-natured mischief. Happily settled in Windsor Gardens, Paddington takes on a variety of odd jobs to raise enough money to buy a very special book for his beloved Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday. But when the precious book is stolen, Paddington and the Browns have to track down the culprit. Ben Wishaw again voices the lovable if hapless furry character, while Hugh Bonneville and Sally Hawkins reprise their roles as his surrogate parents, Mr and Mrs Brown.
Director
Paul King
Cast
Ben Wishaw, Sally Hawkins, Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Peter Capaldi
Great family matinées every Saturday at 10:30. Tickets are £2.50 each. Adults only admitted if accompanying children.
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We will be joined after the screening by director JR Rappaport for a Live Q&A hosted by radio DJ Fin Brown, host of A Night At The Movies on Suffolk Sounds.
December 1916. The Western Front. A disillusioned soldier, tasked with guarding British deserters on death row, disobeys his superiors to save his latest charge’s life at the eleventh hour. Based on a true story.
Director
JR Rappaport
Cast
Bradley James, Luke Brandon Field, Tony Robinson, Christopher Bonwell, Ashleigh Reynolds
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Derek vs Derek is a funny documentary film about a serious issue, restore nature or produce food? Featuring Derek Banbury, a dairy farmer who is horrified at the “devastation” of his neighbour’s farm. Over the hedge lives Derek Gow - dubbed the “maverick rewilder” by the media - Gow is an ex-sheep farmer hellbent on turning his land into an oasis for nature. The pair argue over everything from food production and hedges to beavers and escaping wild boar. Made by award winning director James Dawson, it’s blunt, funny and heart-warming in equal measure.
Director
James Damer Dawson
Cast
Derek Banbury, Derek Gow
DISCOVER + DINE £20
This showing is part of our season of film and food with Discover + Dine! One ticket will grant you access to the film, as well as a two-course meal, for only £20*. Not only that, but you can take advantage of free parking from 3pm on a Tuesday making the whole experience even more affordable.
You do not need to book a table. Your table will be available from 15:30 and food will be served from 15:45.
DISCOVER + DINE MENU
Main
Caper Stuffer Herring (Silver Darlings) with lemon and dill crushed new potatoes and buttery kale.
(Vegetarian alternative available)
Dessert
Devon Trifle
Tables are exclusively before the film as part of this offer. If you wish to eat after the film please book a standard ticket and order from our regular menu.
Not all dietary requirements may be catered for due to the unique and creative nature of the Discover+Dine menus. We advise that you contact us before booking to check if the dishes are suitable for your requirements Contact Form.
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Now pouring at Abbeygate...
Join the charismatic Ed Keith, of Hallgarten Wines, for a brilliant evening of food and wine. The carefully curated menu, created specifically for this event will complement the wine choices- each of which will be introduced by Ed.
These events have proved a great success, with fabulous feedback from all present, so book early to avoid missing out.
For more details, please ask at the box office.
Please arrive for 18:45 to be seated before we begin promptly at 7pm.
Not all dietary requirements can be catered for due to the nature of this event.
We advise that you contact us before booking if you have specific requirements.
Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Tickets cannot be refunded if you do not attend the event.
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These games are going to be different
Follow sixteen-year-old Haymitch Abernathy (Joseph Zada) from District 12, beginning on the morning of the reaping for the 50th Annual Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, the biggest Games yet with twice as many tributes.
Set in the world of Panem 24 years before the events of The Hunger Games, the story follows Haymitch into the arena, where he forms an unlikely alliance with fellow tribute Maysilee Donner (Mckenna Grace) and joins a coalition determined to challenge the Capitol’s control under President Snow (Ralph Fiennes). As the competition unfolds, Haymitch risks everything to take down the Games from within the arena — setting in motion the rebellion that will change Panem forever.
Director
Francis Lawrence
Cast
Joseph Zada, Mckenna Grace, Jennifer Lawrence, Jesse Plemons, Ralph Fiennes
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Love quizzes? We have the perfect evening for you! Test your knowledge with the Abbeygate Cinema Quiz.
Hosted by George S V, get ready for an evening of trivia.
Our bar is open until late and No. 4 will be serving their delicious take-in menu!
The winning team gets a cash prize and a free film ticket for each team member, plus a bottle of prosecco (winners but be 18+ in order to receive prosecco).
Second place get a free film ticket for each team member.
Max. 4 people per team. Tickets £3 each.
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GIANT, the 5-star critically acclaimed play starring John Lithgow (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Crown) as Roald Dahl, comes to the big screen. Winner of 3 Olivier Awards® including Best Play and a Tony Award® for Best Actor in a Play (John Lithgow), the production was filmed live in London’s West End ahead of its sold-out Broadway run. The stellar cast includes Aya Cash (The Boys, The Franchise, You’re the Worst), Elliot Levey (Cold War, Patriots, Good) and Rachael Stirling (The Divine Mrs S).
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A world-famous children’s author under threat. A battle of wills in the wake of scandal. And one chance to make amends...It’s the summer of 1983, The Witches is about to hit the shelves and Roald Dahl is making last-minute edits. But the outcry at his recent, explicitly antisemitic article won’t die down. Across a single afternoon at his family home, and rocked by an unexpectedly explosive confrontation, Dahl is forced to choose: make a public apology or risk his name and reputation. Inspired by real events, GIANT explores with dark humour the difference between considered opinion and dangerous rhetoric offering a complicated portrait of a fiendishly charismatic icon.
Director
Nicholas Hytner
Cast
John Lithgow, Aya Cash, Elliot Levey, Rachael Stirling
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Thirty-four days before she’s sent to prison, notorious Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes invites a sceptical film crew to document her every move.
What begins as an intimate portrait of an enigmatic felon becomes a mind-bending three-year journey into the abyss.
From boundary-pushing directors Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim comes You Can See Everything.
Directors
Nathan Fielder, Lance Oppenheim
Cast
Billy Evans, Nathan Fielder, Elizabeth Holmes
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Join us for an early screening of Focker-In-Law for Abbeygate Members only.
This November, comedy icon and Emmy winner Ben Stiller and two-time Oscar® winner Robert De Niro reunite, joined by Grammy winner and Oscar® nominee Ariana Grande, in Focker-In-Law, a new chapter in the blockbuster Meet the Parents franchise.
Director
John Hamburg
Cast
Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Ariana Grande, Owen Wilson, Blythe Danner, Teri Polo, Skyler Gisondo, Beanie Feldstein, Eduardo Franco
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To celebrate Doctor Who Day, the acclaimed two-part adventure The Impossible Planet and The Satan Pit have been specially re-edited into a single movie-length presentation, created exclusively for theatrical audiences.
Celebrate Doctor Who Day with an exclusive big-screen event marking 20 years of the Tenth Doctor and Rose Tyler.
For the first time ever in cinemas, the acclaimed two-part adventure The Impossible Planet and The Satan Pit have been specially re-edited into a single movie-length presentation, created exclusively for theatrical audiences. Join the Doctor (David Tennant) and Rose (Billie Piper) as they travel to Sanctuary Base 6, a remote outpost perched on a planet orbiting a black hole.
When an ancient force awakens beneath the surface, the crew find themselves trapped in a battle against an evil older than time itself.
This special Doctor Who Day screening also includes exclusive bonus material, featuring previously unseen content and a brand-new interview with a special guest, reflecting on the making of one of the most celebrated stories of the modern era – from encounters with the Ood to facing the terrifying Beast, alongside behind-the-scenes memories from the set.
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Filmed live at the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S STARLIGHT EXPRESS - LIVE ON STAGE will immerse audiences in a world of speed, song and storytelling as an incredible cast of 40 whizz across the screen, performing some of musical theatre’s most beloved songs.
As a child’s train set magically comes to life and the engines race to become the fastest in the world, Rusty the steam train has little hope of winning until he is inspired by the legend of the ‘Starlight Express’.
A show seen around the world by over 30 million people, and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S STARLIGHT EXPRESS - LIVE ON STAGE is an electrifying experience for all ages.
Director
Brett Sullivan
Cast
Jeevan Braich, Jade Marvin, Olivia Ringrose, Asher Forth, Sophie Naglik, George Jones
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Follow the fun adventures of three Egyptian mummies who live in an underground secret city, hidden in ancient Egypt. The trio includes a princess, a former charioteer, and his younger brother along with their pet baby crocodile. Through a series of unfortunate events, the mummies end up in present-day London and embark on a wacky and hilarious journey in search of an old ring belonging to the Royal Family, that was stolen by the ambitious archaeologist Lord Carnaby.
Director
Juan Jesus Garcia Galocha
Cast
Ana Esther Alborg, Roser Aldabó Arnau, Óscar Barberán
Great children's matinées every Saturday at 10:30. Tickets are £2.50 each. Adults only admitted if accompanying children.
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Abbeygate Cinema invites you to indulge in an evening of laughs for its Live Comedy Night! Local comedians take centre stage and our chefs at No. 4 Restaurant + Bar will be serving our delicious take-in menu!
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In an English girls boarding school, two teenage best friends grapple with the challenges of girlhood — friendship, boys, studies, and growing up — and embark on their school project, falling in love.
Director
Molly Manners
Cast
Marni Duggan, Galaxie Clear, Alice Englert, Aoife Riddell, Gabriel Nagy, Cody Mitchell, Zac Hurren, Jairaj Varsani
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The Royal Ballet
THE NUTCRACKER [Filmed live 10th December 2025]
140min
One Interval
At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of the doll. Instead, she finds Drosselmeyer, who whisks her away on a journey into a whole world of enchantment: fantastical landscapes of flurried snow and glittering confection where toys come alive and the magic never stops.
Peter Wright’s production of this festive family favourite sparkles to the wondrous swell of Tchaikovsky’s orchestral score, alongside the glow and grandeur of Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs.
Cast:
The Sugar Plum Fairy MAYARA MAGRI
The Prince REECE CLARKE
Herr Drosselmeyer JAMES HAY
Clara MARIANNA TSEMBENHOI
Hans-Peter/The Nutcracker TAISUKE NAKAO
Creatives:
Choreography PETER WRIGHT after LEV IVANOV
Music PYOTR IL’YICH TCHAIKOVSKY
Conductor CHARLOTTE POLITI
Original Scenario MARIUS PETIPA after E.T.A. HOFFMANN
Production and Scenario PETER WRIGHT
Designer JULIA TREVELYAN OMAN
Lighting Designer MARK HENDERSON
Production Consultant ROLAND JOHN WILEY
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Krazy Horse are a group of motorcycle and car dealerships which were started by Paul Beamish as a hobby when he couldn’t get the bike parts he needed locally.
They have become known for their “Late Night” meets in the Summer where hundreds of motorcycle and car enthusiasts meet. Now Krazy Horse are partnering with Abbeygate Cinema to create winter “Late Nights”! Another opportunity to come together and view classic films!
Acclaimed filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich directed this heartwarming and inspirational film based on the real-life story of Rocky Dennis (Eric Stoltz), a terribly disfigured but highly sensitive and intelligent teenager. Motivated by his loving mother, Rusty (Cher), and her boyfriend, Gar (Sam Elliott), Rocky ultimately overcomes pain, loneliness and prejudice to become a role model to his classmates and teachers alike.
Director
Peter Bogdanovich
Cast
Cher, Sam Elliott, Eric Stoltz, Laura Dern, Estelle Getty, Richard A. Dysart
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Great children's matinees every Saturday at 10:30. Tickets are £2.50 each. Adults only admitted if accompanying children.
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Music by Camille Saint-Saëns | Libretto by Ferdinand Lemaire
Saint-Saëns’s spectacular take on the biblical hero of legendary strength and the seductive Philistine whose beauty overpowers him returns in the Met’s larger-than-life production. Featuring a massive orchestra and chorus and some of opera’s most spellbinding tunes, this masterpiece is a feast for the eyes and ears. Giacomo Sagripanti conducts an electrifying cast led by the formidable star pairing of mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina and tenor Clay Hilley, broadcast live to cinemas worldwide.
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This holiday season, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year on the big screen with André Rieu's 2026 Christmas Concert – Let It Snow. This heartwarming festive spectacular, filled with beloved Christmas classics, enchanting waltzes, and magical surprises, will leave you smiling long after the final encore.
Joined by his world-famous Johann Strauss Orchestra, exceptional sopranos, and a powerful 120-voice male choir, André brings the spirit of Christmas to life in an unforgettable musical event. Overflowing with music, laughter, and holiday cheer, this concert is perfect for the whole family.
Whether you're surrounded by snow or simply dreaming of it, experience the magic of Christmas on the big screen with those you love. Wrap up your year with Let It Snow – only in cinemas!
Cinema Host
Charlotte Hawkins
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Join us for a special Christmas event on our festively decorated function space then into our Premier Screen for an evening of laughs. The evening begins at 18:00 with a glass of bubbly on arrival, followed by a three course festive dinner, please arrive promptly. Later in the evening, enjoy live comedy in our Premier Screen, featuring high profile headliners that will have you in stitches, starting at 20:30.
Main Headliner: Dane Baptiste
A provocative and original stand up comedian, Dane Baptiste was the first Black British act to be nominated for an Edinburgh Comedy Award for his debut solo show. His second solo show was also met with critical acclaim and sold out at the Edinburgh Festival, leading to his first nationwide solo tour. This was followed by a world tour of his third solo show, G.O.D. (Gold. Oil. Drugs.).
Dane’s extensive TV appearances include Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Mock the Week (BBC Two), 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4), Frankie Boyle’s New World Order (BBC Two), Roast Battle (Comedy Central), Tonight at the London Palladium (ITV1) and Live from the BBC (BBC Three).
Please scroll down to view our festive menu, you'll be able to choose your course on the booking page.
Please remember to inform us of any dietary requirements when booking at info@abbeygatecinema.co.uk
Menu
Starter
ROASTED RED PEPPER + TOMATO SOUP
SMOKED SALMON
GAME PATE
TRIO OF MELON
Main
ROAST NORFOLK TURKEY
BAKED FILLET OF COD
SLOW BRAISED FEATHERBLADE OF BEEF
SALT BAKED CELERIAC
Dessert
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS PUDDING
RICH CHOCOLATE BROWNIE
WINTER BERRY TRIFLE
SUFFOLK CHEESE
IF YOU ARE BOOKING COMEDY ONLY ARRIVE BY 20:30
IF YOU ARE BOOKING COMEDY AND MEAL ARRIVE BY 18:00
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From Emmy® Award-winning filmmaker Poh Si Teng, American Doctor follows three American medics who travel to Gaza to volunteer in hospitals overwhelmed by war. Palestinian-American emergency physician Dr. Thaer Ahmad, Jewish American orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Mark Perlmutter, and Zoroastrian trauma surgeon Dr. Feroze Sidhwa come from very different backgrounds but are united by a shared commitment to save lives.
Working amid bombardment, severe medical shortages and constant danger, the doctors treat patients under extraordinary circumstances while witnessing the devastating impact of the conflict. They are compelled to not only care for the wounded but also to speak out about what they have seen.
Director
Poh Si Teng
Cast
Thaer Ahmad, Mark Perlmutter, Feroze Sidhwa, Dana Bash
In English and Arabic with English subtitles
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Funny, irresistible and heartwarming, Love Actually is the ultimate romantic comedy that follows eight couples whose lives intersect shortly before Christmas. From the makers of Bridget Jones's Diary and Notting Hill, this beloved film is headlined by an incredible roster of stars including Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Laura Linney, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Keira Knightley, Rowan Atkinson and more. Take a breathtaking tour of love's delightful twists and turns as you fall under the spell of Love Actually and share the laughs and charm again and again!
Director
Richard Curtis
Cast
Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Laura Linney, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Bill Nighy, Keira Knightley, Martine McCutcheon, Rowan Atkinson, Billy Bob Thornton, Thomas Sangster, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Martin Freeman
FESTIVE FILM + FOOD
Tue 08 Dec
This film is part of our season of film and food for the festive season! One ticket will grant you access to the film and a two-course meal for only £30!
You do not need to book a table.
Your table will be available from 18:45.
FESTIVE FILM + FOOD MENU
Main
Roast Norfolk Turkey
with roast potatoes, glazed carrots, parsnips, pigs in blankets, chestnut stuffing, brussels, cranberry sauce + gravy.
or
Salt Baked Celeriac (Vegetarian)
with roast potatoes, glazed carrots, parsnips, chestnut stuffing, brussels, cranberry sauce + gravy.
Dessert
Christmas Pudding
with brandy sauce
or
Chocolate Brownie
with rock salt caramel ice cream
Not all dietary requirements may be catered for due to the unique and creative nature of the the menu. We advise that you contact us before booking to check if the dishes are suitable for your requirements Contact Form.
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Buddy, a human, is raised amongst elves at the North Pole. When he discovers that he is not an elf, he travels to New York to search for his biological father.
Great children's matinées every Saturday at 10:30. Tickets are £2.50 each. Adults only admitted if accompanying children.
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Join BAFTA-accredited screenwriter and workshop leader Freya Bennett in a fun-packed workshop where you and your child will write your very own Christmas story!
Covering basics of narrative building and character creation, the session will allow parents and/or guardians to work collaboratively with their child and set their imaginations loose. A fun yet relaxed workshop, participants will leave with a sense of achievement and creatively energised.
The perfect start to the festive season!
Suitable for ages 6-12. Limited to 12 parent/guardian and child pairs per session.
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NEW DATE ADDED - Sat 19 Dec 19:00 *SOLD OUT*
Who will solve the crime? We’re incredibly excited to host our second Murder Mystery Dinner here at Abbeygate Cinema, an interactive event perfect for channelling your inner detective.
Tickets are limited and so we advise booking as soon as possible. This is an interactive event and seating will be on mixed tables with your fellow guests.
We kindly ask that guests arrive at 6:30pm for arrival drinks in preparation for the event beginning at 7pm.
‘And Then There Were Five’
The cinema has overbooked Santas!
After an ‘incident’ last year, the usual Santa, Russell Sprout, has not been re- employed. The Assistant Manager, Chris Moss, held interviews and offered the
job to a new actor, Michael Bauble, but, unfortunately, he was found dead last week, so a new replacement has been sought.
After several failures the Assistant Manager has decided to do the job himself,
but unknown to him, other staff members have also found replacements with the result that tonight we have five Santas!
Then one is murdered …
Tickets are £65 per head, including a three-course dinner and arrival drink.
Menu
choose your courses at checkout
Starter
Roasted Red Pepper + Tomato Soup
Smoked Salmon
Game Pate
Trio Of Melon
Main
Roast Norfolk Turkey
Baked Fillet Of Cod
Slow Braised Featherblade Of Beef
Salt Baked Celeriac
Dessert
Traditional Christmas Pudding
Rich Chocolate Brownie
Winter Berry Trifle
Suffolk Cheese
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An enduring masterpiece of cinema starring Oliver Reed and Vanessa Redgrave, KEN RUSSELL’S THE DEVILS is a prescient epic of obsession and corruption – and a defining work of art from seminal filmmaker Ken Russell.
Director
Ken Russell
Cast
Vanessa Redgrave, Oliver Reed, Dudley Sutton, Max Adrian, Gemma Jones
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Dune: Part Three is set nearly two decades after Paul Atreides seized control of the Imperium. Now a ruthless Emperor, Paul must face the consequences of his reign as old allies return, terrifying new threats emerge, and betrayal lurks in every shadow. Haunted by visions of Imperial collapse and the reappearance of his long-lost love, Paul is drawn into a sweeping conspiracy, with Chani at the heart of its unfolding mystery. As rebellion brews and enemies close in, Paul must confront the true cost of power and the fate of those he loves the most.
Director
Denis Villeneuve
Cast
Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Timothée Chalamet, Jason Momoa, Anya Taylor-Joy
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Dumped and depressed, English rose Iris agrees to swap homes with similarly unlucky in love Californian Amanda for a much-needed break. Iris finds herself in a palatial Hollywood mansion while Amanda navigates the lanes of a picture-perfect English village. Soon enough, both lovelorn ladies bump into local lads perfect for a romantic pick-me-up.
Director
Nancy Meyers
Cast
Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black
FESTIVE FILM + FOOD
Tue 15 Dec
This film is part of our season of film and food for the festive season! One ticket will grant you access to the film and a two-course meal for only £30!
You do not need to book a table.
Your table will be available from 18:45.
FESTIVE FILM + FOOD MENU
Main
Roast Norfolk Turkey
with roast potatoes, glazed carrots, parsnips, pigs in blankets, chestnut stuffing, brussels, cranberry sauce + gravy.
or
Salt Baked Celeriac (Vegetarian)
with roast potatoes, glazed carrots, parsnips, chestnut stuffing, brussels, cranberry sauce + gravy.
Dessert
Christmas Pudding
with brandy sauce
or
Chocolate Brownie
with rock salt caramel ice cream
Not all dietary requirements may be catered for due to the unique and creative nature of the the menu. We advise that you contact us before booking to check if the dishes are suitable for your requirements Contact Form.
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AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY follows beloved heroes from three distinct universes as they’re set on a deadly collision course and face an existential threat unlike anything they’ve ever encountered.
Directors
Anthony and Joe Russo
Cast
Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Pedro Pascal, Paul Rudd, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Wyatt Russell, Channing Tatum, Simu Liu, Ian McKellen, Hayley Atwell, Tom Hiddleston, James Marsden, Patrick Stewart, Joseph Quinn, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Letitia Wright, Lewis Pullman, Kelsey Grammer, Kathryn Newton, Danny Ramirez, Winston Duke, Alan Cumming, Hannah John-Kamen, Rebecca Romijn, Mabel Cadena, Tenoch Huerta Mejia
AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY contains several sequences with flashing lights that may affect those who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or have other photosensitivities.
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BAFTA-accredited local screenwriter Freya Bennett will be hosting a special Christmas edition of her popular Screenwriting Club to celebrate the festive season!
In this session, Freya will lead a crash course two-hour class in which you will unpack the conventions of the classic Christmas film and how it translates into the screenplay itself. The classes will be informal and accessible, suitable for both beginner writers and those that are more experienced.
Unlock your inner Buddy the Elf and learn how the Hollywood pros put together a festive script!
Limited to 12 participants per session.
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AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY follows beloved heroes from three distinct universes as they’re set on a deadly collision course and face an existential threat unlike anything they’ve ever encountered.
Directors
Anthony and Joe Russo
Cast
Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Pedro Pascal, Paul Rudd, Anthony Mackie, Florence Pugh, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Wyatt Russell, Channing Tatum, Simu Liu, Ian McKellen, Hayley Atwell, Tom Hiddleston, James Marsden, Patrick Stewart, Joseph Quinn, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Letitia Wright, Lewis Pullman, Kelsey Grammer, Kathryn Newton, Danny Ramirez, Winston Duke, Alan Cumming, Hannah John-Kamen, Rebecca Romijn, Mabel Cadena, Tenoch Huerta Mejia
AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY contains several sequences with flashing lights that may affect those who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or have other photosensitivities.
This showing is in 3D.
3D Glasses will be provided on arrival and must be returned after the film.
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Tuck into a scrumptious 3-course Christmas dinner before putting your festive knowledge to the test in our jolly Christmas Quiz! From movie trivia to merry mayhem, it’s the perfect mix of good food, good fun, and a little friendly competition.
So round up your elves, don your best Christmas jumper, and join us for a night of festive cheer. Prizes, laughs, and plenty of Christmas spirit guaranteed.
Bookings for teams of 4 are available. Tickets are expected to sell fast so get in quick if you want to come along. Please arrive promptly at 18:30 when the evening will be begin with a glass of bubbly, followed by a three course festive dinner, the Quiz will start promptly at 20:00.
Please scroll down to view our festive menu, you'll be able to choose your course on the booking page. Please remember to inform us of any dietary requirements when booking at info@abbeygatecinema.co.uk
Menu
Starter
ROASTED RED PEPPER + TOMATO SOUP
SMOKED SALMON
GAME PATE
TRIO OF MELON
Main
ROAST NORFOLK TURKEY
BAKED FILLET OF COD
SLOW BRAISED FEATHERBLADE OF BEEF
SALT BAKED CELERIAC
Dessert
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS PUDDING
RICH CHOCOLATE BROWNIE
WINTER BERRY TRIFLE
SUFFOLK CHEESE
IF YOU ARE BOOKING QUIZ ONLY ARRIVE BY 20:00
IF YOU ARE BOOKING QUIZ AND MEAL ARRIVE BY 18:30
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On Christmas Eve, tough New York detective John McClane arrives in Los Angeles with the aim of reconciling with his estranged wife, Holly at the Christmas party of her employer, the Nakatomi Corporation. When the party is disrupted by a group of heavily armed criminals led by the charismatic Hans Gruber, McClane evades capture and begins a one-man war against the hostage takers who are attempting to rob the corporation whilst occupying the LAPD and the FBI by posing as terrorists. Outmanned, outgunned and ill-equipped for the task at hand, McClane calls in the help of a local beat cop in his crusade against Gruber.
Yippee-ki-yay!
Director
John McTiernan
Cast
Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Bonnie Bedelia
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Brian Henson directs his late father's creations in the Charles Dickens classic, the best known (and most oft-filmed) Christmas story of all time. Michael Caine plays the old miser Scrooge with Kermit as his long-suffering but ever-hopeful employee Bob Cratchit, Miss Piggy as Cratchit's wife, and a host of Muppets (including the Great Gonzo as an unlikely Charles Dickens) taking other primary roles in this bright, playful adaptation of the sombre tale. Or at least it starts brightly enough--the anarchic humour soon settles into mirthful memories and a sense of melancholy as the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future take Scrooge on a journey of his lonely, wasted life. Michael Caine makes a wonderful Scrooge, delightfully rediscovering the meaning of life as fantastic creations from Henson's Creature Shop (developed specially for this film) take the reins as the three ghosts. While the odd mix of offbeat humour and drama undercuts the power of Dickens's drama, this kid-friendly retelling makes an excellent family drama that adults and children alike can enjoy.
Great children's matinées every weekend at 10:30. Tickets are £2.50 each. Adults only admitted if accompanying children.
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Get comfy in your pyjamas and join us for this special showing of The Polar Express to celebrate Christmas being just around the corner!
All profits from this showing will be donated to MyWish
MyWish enhance patient care across West Suffolk Hospital and Newmarket Community Hospital, along with the NHS community services they provide in Suffolk.
Late on Christmas Eve, a boy sits in bed doubting the existence of Santa Claus and waiting to hear the sound of sleigh bells. Instead, a magical steam engine roars outside his window and he begins an extraordinary journey towards the North Pole and beyond his imagination.
Tickets for this special showing are £5 each!
Adults only admitted if accompanying a child.
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One of the most popular and enduring films ever made, Frank Capra's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE is a gloriously sentimental testament to homely small-town moral values.
Masterfully crafted, the film opens with angels discussing George Bailey (James Stewart), a man so beset with problems that he contemplates a Christmas-time suicide.
As George prepares to jump from a bridge his guardian angel Clarence Oddbody intervenes and shows him how badly Bedford Falls would have turned out without his good deeds.
Filled with a renewed joy of life George returns to his family for Christmas. James Stewart gives one of his finest, most affecting performances and the film looks better than ever in its new restoration.
Director
Frank Capra
Cast
James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore
FESTIVE FILM + FOOD
Tue 22 Dec
This film is part of our season of film and food for the festive season! One ticket will grant you access to the film and a two-course meal for only £30 for the evening film or just £25 for the Silver Screen Special!
You do not need to book a table.
For the 10:30 Silver Screen Special your table will be available from after the film.
For the 20:15 showing your table will be available from 18:45.
FESTIVE FILM + FOOD MENU
Main
Roast Norfolk Turkey
with roast potatoes, glazed carrots, parsnips, pigs in blankets, chestnut stuffing, brussels, cranberry sauce + gravy.
or
Salt Baked Celeriac (Vegetarian)
with roast potatoes, glazed carrots, parsnips, chestnut stuffing, brussels, cranberry sauce + gravy.
Dessert
Christmas Pudding
with brandy sauce
or
Chocolate Brownie
with rock salt caramel ice cream
Not all dietary requirements may be catered for due to the unique and creative nature of the the menu. We advise that you contact us before booking to check if the dishes are suitable for your requirements Contact Form.
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When Samuel (Ethan Hawke) is torn from his daughter and sent to a brutal prison, Warden Clancy (Russell Crowe) offers a high-stakes proposition: smuggle gold out of a remote mine with a dangerous crew of prisoners and he’ll win his freedom. But as the group journeys into the unforgiving wilderness, the real threat isn’t the terrain - it’s the betrayal and violence festering within their ranks. Surrounded by greed, suspicion, and danger, Samuel must risk everything to reunite with his child.
Director
Padraic McKinley
Cast
Ethan Hawke, Russell Crowe, Julia Jones, Austin Amelio, Avi Nash
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Can classical music be humorous? Absolutely!
The Berliner Philharmoniker and their chief conductor Kirill Petrenko will demonstrate this at the 2026 New Year’s Eve Concert: in his sparkling Symphonie classique, Sergei Prokofiev parodies the music of Haydn and Mozart.
Dmitri Shostakovich also had the First Viennese School in mind when he wrote his witty Double Concerto for Piano and Trumpet.
In this performance, pianist Alexander Malofeev, born in 2001, makes his debut alongside principal trumpeter David Guerrier. Kirill Petrenko also sets off a fireworks display of mischief with Richard Strauss’s Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks.
Enjoy this lively New Year’s Eve celebration live in cinemas!
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A tribute to the Hollywood musical but with a story embedded in present-day Los Angeles life. Mia (Stone), aspiring actress working in a coffee shop on the Warner Brothers studio backlot, falls for jazz pianist Sebastian (Gosling). Both give effortless performances with stunning song-and-dance routines and remarkable piano playing from Gosling. The transition from musical numbers to powerful narrative is seamless, and bravura one-take shots will draw comparisons to the cinematography of Birdman.
Director
Damien Chazelle
Cast
Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, J. K. Simmons, John Legend
Ring in the New Year with us at No. 4 & Abbeygate Cinema!
Indulge in a special three course menu crafted by our Head Chef, Matt.
After dinner, settle in for a screening of the dazzling musical La La Land.
17:00 - NYE Dinner
18:30 - La La Land
Meal & Film
£30
Film Only Prices
Adult £13
Concession £11
13-17 £8
18-25/Student 10
Child £6.50
New Year's Eve Menu
STARTERS
French onion + Abbeygates Reel Dark Stout soup, parmesan foam.
Duck bon bons, cherry jam.
Chapel + Swan smoked fish mille-feuille, yogurt + mint dressing.
MAINS
Roasted fillet of cod, mussels, spinach, basil + chilli velouté, parmentier potatoes.
Haunch of venison, fondant potato, celeriac caramel, blackberry jus.
Gnocchi, butternut + sage.
DESSERTS
Apple tart tatin, vanilla ice cream.
Blueberry posset, burnt white chocolate
Rich chocolate brownie, vanilla ice cream.
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Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, “Wonka” tells the wondrous story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today.
Director
Paul King
Cast
Timothee Chalamet, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Olivia Coleman, Hugh Grant.
Great children's matinées every Weekend at 10:30. Tickets are £2.50 each. Adults only admitted if accompanying children.
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Prima Facie — A legal claim with sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.
Tessa (Cynthia Erivo) is a brilliant British defence barrister dominating London’s ruthless courtrooms. Fierce, witty, and self-made, she defends men accused of sexual assault — until she is assaulted herself by a colleague from a powerful legal dynasty.
Suddenly, the system she trusted turns against her. As she faces the same tactics she once used in court, Tessa’s faith in justice unravels. Once in control, now exposed and disbelieved, she must fight to reclaim her voice and sense of self.
A gripping and deeply human story about power, truth, and survival in a patriarchal world, Prima Facie reveals the quiet strength of one woman’s pursuit of justice — and the beauty in confronting the truth.
Director
Susanna White
Cast
Cynthia Erivo, Daniel Ings, Harry Treadaway, Noma Dumezweni, Toheeb Jimoh
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Krazy Horse are a group of motorcycle and car dealerships which were started by Paul Beamish as a hobby when he couldn’t get the bike parts he needed locally.
They have become known for their “Late Night” meets in the Summer where hundreds of motorcycle and car enthusiasts meet. Now Krazy Horse are partnering with Abbeygate Cinema to create winter “Late Nights”! Another opportunity to come together and view classic films!
Larry is a stock car driver whose reckless nature has caused him a long run of bad luck. Larry and his friend and mechanic Deke need money if they're to get a new car and get back in competition, so they map out a plan to hold up a grocery store after 150,000 dollars has been dropped off for payroll and working cash. The heist goes as planned, except for one little hitch -- Larry spent the night before with his occasional girlfriend Mary, and she has planted herself in Larry's car and isn't about to budge. With Mary along for the ride, Larry and Deke try to outrun the cops and make their way to freedom, though lawman Franklin is determined to shut them down.
Director
John Hough
Cast
Peter Fonda, Susan George, Adam Roarke, Eugene Daniels
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Based on a true story. Scrappy, defiant, and done being treated like a burden, Judy Heumann turns her outrage into a revolution. In 1977, she and more than 100 disability rights protestors send a very loud message: The system is broken—not us.
Director
Siân Heder
Cast
Ruth Madeley, Madeline Delp, Mark Ruffalo, Dylan O'Brien, Rob Delaney, Jon Beavers, Will Brill
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Pierre-Auguste Renoir is one of the world’s favourite artists, a founding member of the Impressionist movement and a constantly evolving artist. With exclusive access to the National Gallery’s new exciting show of the same name (3 October 2026 – 31 January 2027), Exhibition on Screen will bring Renoir’s world class works to cinema audiences. Be transported back to a Parisian summer of love through the eyes of a true visionary. An unmissable opportunity to fall in love with Renoir this winter.
Director
Ali Ray (Frida Kahlo and Klimt & The Kiss)
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Music by Giacomo Puccini | Libretto by Guelfo Civinini and Carlo Zangarini
Puccini’s exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by Richard Jones, marking the company’s first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky makes her role debut as Minnie, the tough tavern owner with a heart of gold who finds love when she least expects it. Tenor SeokJong Baek is the dashing bandit who rambles into the remote California mining town to steal her heart, opposite baritone Christopher Maltman as the lawman determined to deliver justice—and win Minnie for himself. Maestro Keri-Lynn Wilson takes the podium to conduct one of opera’s most action-packed adventures, live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide.
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The Royal Opera
GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG [New Production]
350min
Two Intervals
An earth in ruin. The twilight of the Gods.
Deception leads to treachery, then devastation, when Siegfried is tricked into betraying Brünnhilde. Learning the truth of her beloved’s innocence, Brünnhilde at last returns the ring to the Rhinemaidens, before ordering that Valhalla be swallowed in flames. For the long-awaited finale of Wagner’s epic saga, director Barrie Kosky situates the rich apocalyptic drama in a contemporary world of dream-like turmoil. Antonio Pappano, Conductor Laureate of The Royal Opera, returns to take on the impassioned, otherworldly music – including Siegfried’s transporting Funeral March and Brünnhilde’s electrifying Immolation Scene. The brilliant cast is led by Elisabet Strid, Andreas Schager and Mika Kares, who together with the full forces of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House and the Royal Opera Chorus bring opera’s greatest journey to its shattering end.
Sung in German with English subtitles.
Cast:
Siegfried ANDREAS SCHAGER
Gunther THOMAS LEHMAN
Hagen MIKA KARES
Alberich CHRISTOPHER PURVES
Brünnhilde ELISABET STRID
Gutrune AMANDA MAJESKI
Waltraute ANNIKA SCHLICHT
First Norn NOA BEINART
Second Norn CLAIRE BARNETT-JONES
Third Norn CATHARINE WOODWARD
Woglinde SARAH BRADY
Wellgunde NIAMH O’SULLIVAN
Flosshilde SIAN GRIFFITHS
Creatives:
Music RICHARD WAGNER
Conductor ANTONIO PAPPANO
Director BARRIE KOSKY
Set Designer RUFUS DIDWISZUS
Costume Designer VICTORIA BEHR
Lighting Designer ALESSANDRO CARLETTI
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Krazy Horse are a group of motorcycle and car dealerships which were started by Paul Beamish as a hobby when he couldn’t get the bike parts he needed locally.
They have become known for their “Late Night” meets in the Summer where hundreds of motorcycle and car enthusiasts meet. Now Krazy Horse are partnering with Abbeygate Cinema to create winter “Late Nights”! Another opportunity to come together and view classic films!
On a break before his last semester of medical school, Ernesto "Che" Guevara (Gael García Bernal) travels with his friend Alberto Granado (Rodrigo De la Serna) from Brazil to Peru by motorcycle. The two men soon witness the great disparities in South America, encountering poor peasants and observing the exploitation of labor by wealthy industrialists. When they reach a leper colony in Peru, Ernesto's values have changed so much that he sides with the sufferers, forgetting his own comfort. Based on a true life story.
Director
Walter Salles
Cast
Gael Garcia Bernal, Rodrigo de la Serna, Mercedes Moran, Mia Maestro
In Spanish with English subtitles
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The Royal Opera
COSÌ FAN TUTTE [New Production]
210min
One Interval
Spurred on by a bet, two young men hatch a plan to test the fidelity of their girlfriends. What follows is a slippery game of seduction and power, the four lovers plunging into a dizzying world of shifting reality, where truth becomes increasingly unstable.
Così fan tutte has lost none of its sting since it first scandalised audiences in 1790. In her Main Stage debut, Netia Jones, Associate Director of The Royal Opera, reimagines Mozart’s comedy of manners through a sharp contemporary lens, where 18th-century romantic trickery meets deeply satirical high-tech deceit. Taking on the roles of the lovers is an exciting young cast led by Louise Alder, Simone McIntosh, Mingjie Lei and Huw Montague Rendall, with Gerald Finley as their manipulative game-master Don Alfonso and Emily Pogorelc as Despina. Thomas Hengelbrock conducts, bringing out the exquisite melodies that underpin the provocative, and resolutely modern, themes at the heart of the opera.
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Cast:
Fiordiligi LOUISE ALDER
Dorabella SIMONE MCINTOSH
Ferrando MINGJIE LEI
Guglielmo HUW MONTAGUE RENDALL
Don Alfonso GERALD FINLEY
Despina EMILY POGORELC
Creatives:
Music WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART
Conductor THOMAS HENGELBROCK
Director NETIA JONES
Set Designer HYEMI SHIN
Costume Designers NETIA JONES, HYEMI SHIN
Lighting Designer LUCY CARTER
Movement Director ANNA MORRISSEY
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Krazy Horse are a group of motorcycle and car dealerships which were started by Paul Beamish as a hobby when he couldn’t get the bike parts he needed locally.
They have become known for their “Late Night” meets in the Summer where hundreds of motorcycle and car enthusiasts meet. Now Krazy Horse are partnering with Abbeygate Cinema to create winter “Late Nights”! Another opportunity to come together and view classic films!
A mighty convoy of dust-raising trucks heads for a State Line in south-western America. The massive collection of vehicles of all shapes and sizes is led by 'Rubber Duck', a legendary trucker who has gathered this vast army together in protest against police corruption, federal and state laws and shady politicking.
Director
Sam Peckinpah
Cast
Kris Kristofferson, Ali MacGraw, Ernest Borgnine, Burt Young, Cassie Yates
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Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Bury St Edmunds with an interactive screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode “A Fashionable Way to Die”. Jessica Fletcher visits a designer friend in Paris, but soon there’s a murder that only JB (or you!) can solve!
Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns following 2024’s riotous presentation of “Paint Me a Murder”.
Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. See the show Time Out rated one of 2021 & 2019’s 50 Great Nights Out in London that has played to sell-out audiences across the UK, Ireland, the USA and Australia, as well as the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023-2025, Adelaide Fringe 2025 and the Murder, She Wrote Festival 2025 (California).
Hosted by super-fan Tim Benzie, Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote features:
* A race to solve to the crime, via the Fameometer and the Suspiciometer!
* A Cabot Cove quiz!
* A singalong to the theme tune with new lyrics!
* Clips and biogs of the campy guest stars!
Tim Benzie is obsessed with Murder, She Wrote, having watched the original series when it was first broadcast, and now relishing the repeats on television everywhere. An award-winning playwright and co-writer of the Royal Vauxhall Tavern’s 2017-2025 pantos, including the Offie (Off West End) Award-Winning ‘Tossed’ in 2023. He is the co-producer of PopHorror events.
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Music by Kevin Puts | Libretto by Mark Campbell
Following his smash-hit company debut with The Hours, composer Kevin Puts returns to the Met with his Pulitzer Prize–winning opera, inspired by the true events of the 1914 Christmas truce. A poignant depiction of shared humanity in the most inhumane circumstances, Puts’s grand, cinematic opera—with a libretto in English, French, and German by Mark Campbell—has been widely acclaimed since its 2011 premiere, hailed as “an overwhelming emotive experience” by The Guardian. The evocative staging by James Robinson takes the audience directly to the battlefields of the Western Front with a star-studded cast, featuring soprano Elza van den Heever and tenors Ben Bliss and Rolando Villazón, conducted by Maestro Dalia Stasevska live from the Met to cinemas worldwide.
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The Royal Ballet
ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND [Filmed live 15th October 2024]
170min
Two Intervals
At a garden party on a sunny afternoon, Alice is surprised to see her parents’ friend Lewis Carroll transform into a white rabbit. When she follows him down a rabbit hole, events become curiouser and curiouser…As Alice journeys through Wonderland, she encounters countless strange creatures. She’s swept off her feet by the charming Knave of Hearts, who’s on the run for stealing the tarts. Confusion piles upon confusion. Then Alice wakes with a start. Was it all a daydream?
Christopher Wheeldon’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland burst onto the stage in 2011 in an explosion of colour, stage magic and inventive, sophisticated choreography. Joby Talbot’s score combines contemporary soundworlds with sweeping melodies that gesture to ballet scores of the 19th century. Bob Crowley’s wildly imaginative, eye-popping designs draw on everything from puppetry to projections to make Wonderland wonderfully real. The result shows The Royal Ballet at its best, bringing together world-class dance with enchanting family entertainment and ingenious music and design.
Cast:
Alice FRANCESCA HAYWARD
Jack/The Knave of Hearts WILLIAM BRACEWELL
Lewis Carroll/The White Rabbit JAMES HAY
Mother/The Queen of Hearts LAUREN CUTHBERTSON
Father/The King of Hearts BENNET GARTSIDE
Magician/The Mad Hatter STEVEN MCRAE
Rajah/ The Caterpillar NICOL EDMONDS
The Duchess GARY AVIS
Creatives:
Choreography CHRISTOPHER WHEELDON
Music JOBY TALBOT
Conductor KOEN KESSELS
Orchestration CHRISTOPHER AUSTIN, JOBY TALBOT
Designer BOB CROWLEY
Scenario NICHOLAS WRIGHT
Lighting Designer NATASHA KATZ
Projection Designers JON DRISCOLL, GEMMA CARRINGTON
Original Sound Designer ANDREW BRUCE
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Music by Jules Massenet | Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Philippe Gille
Following her radiant performance in Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette—which garnered raves for “high notes that spun like liquid gold … Sierra touched the operatic firmament” (The New York Times)—superstar soprano Nadine Sierra takes on another alluring French heroine, the irresistible title character of Massenet’s passionate drama, live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide. Leading tenor Matthew Polenzani is her idealistic lover, the Chevalier des Grieux, with rising-star baritone Andrzej Filończyk as her stalwart cousin, Lescaut, in a breathtaking staging by director Laurent Pelly.
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The Royal Ballet
SWAN LAKE
205min
Two Intervals
Princess Odette is bound by a curse, turned into a swan by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. The spell can only be broken by a pledge of eternal love. When she meets Prince Siegfried, he is immediately enamoured by her fragile beauty and pledges to free her. But freedom is not promised for Odette as Von Rothbart conspires to thwart the lovers’ plans.
Liam Scarlett’s production for The Royal Ballet brings together Tchaikovsky’s towering score and John Macfarlane’s picturesque designs to create an enduring ballet spectacle of love, treachery and forgiveness.
Cast:
To be confirmed
Creatives:
Choreography MARIUS PETIPA, LEV IVANOV
Additional Choreography LIAM SCARLETT, FREDERICK ASHTON
Music PYOTR IL’YICH TCHAIKOVSKY
Conductor KOEN KESSELS
Production LIAM SCARLETT
Designer JOHN MACFARLANE
Lighting Designer DAVID FINN
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Music by Giuseppe Verdi | Libretto by Arrigo Boito
One of today’s leading dramatic tenors, Brian Jagde, takes on the tour-de-force title role of what many consider the ultimate Italian opera, live to cinemas worldwide. Verdi’s monumental Shakespearean tragedy also features soprano Ailyn Pérez in her company role debut as the long-suffering Desdemona, alongside baritone Artur Ruciński as the sinister Iago. Michele Mariotti leads the full forces of the Met Orchestra and Chorus in the exhilarating score.
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The Royal Opera
TOSCA
195min
Two Intervals
Floria Tosca and Mario Cavaradossi live for each other and for their art. But when Cavaradossi helps an escaped prisoner, the lovers make a deadly enemy in the form of Baron Scarpia, Chief of Police. At the mercy of Scarpia’s twisted desires, Tosca is forced to make a horrific bargain: sleeping with the man she hates, in order to save the man she loves. Can she find a way out?
Oliver Mears’s acclaimed production returns, setting Puccini’s operatic thriller in a contemporary, war-torn Rome. Daniel Oren conducts Aleksandra Kurzak, who returns to the title role, joined by Saimir Pirgu as Cavaradossi and Christopher Maltman as Baron Scarpia.
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Cast:
Floria Tosca ALEKSANDRA KURZAK
Mario Cavaradossi SAIMIR PIRGU
Baron Scarpia CHRISTOPHER MALTMAN
Spoletta ALED HALL
Cesare Angelotti PAWEŁ HORODYSKI
Sacristan JONATHAN LEMALU
Sciarrone SAM HIRD
Creatives:
Music GIACOMO PUCCINI
Conductor DANIEL OREN
Director OLIVER MEARS
Set Designer SIMON LIMA HOLDSWORTH
Costume Designer ILONA KARAS
Lighting Designer FABIANA PICCIOLI
Movement Director ANNA MORRISSEY
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To celebrate Tate Britain’s blockbuster Monet and Time exhibition, Exhibition on Screen is delighted to bring the iconic story of Claude Monet to cinema screens in May 2027. Details are still to be fully confirmed for this title, but this will be an unmissable opportunity for audiences to be dazzled by Monet’s spectacular and revolutionary use of light and colour and marvel at one of the world’s favourite artists.
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The Royal Ballet
ROMEO AND JULIET [Filmed live 20th March 2025]
170min
Two Intervals
The Capulets and Montagues are sworn enemies. Yet it is love at first sight for Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet when they meet each other at the Capulet ball, into which Romeo has snuck. The two fall in love and they profess their devotion to each other at Juliet’s balcony. They secretly get married.
The stakes are raised for the young couple when Romeo avenges the death of his friend Mercutio who has been killed by Tybalt, Juliet’s cousin. For this, Romeo is exiled from Verona. Meanwhile, Juliet’s parents are forcing her to marry another suitor. In order to be together, Romeo and Juliet must risk it all.
Cast:
Juliet FUMI KANEKO
Romeo VADIM MUNTAGIROV
Mercutio FRANCISCO SERRANO
Tybalt RYOICHI HIRANO
Benvolio GIACOMO ROVERO
Paris LUKAS B. BRÆNDSRØD
Lord Capulet BENNET GARTSIDE
Lady Capulet CHRISTINA ARESTIS
Escalus, Prince of Verona HARRIS BELL
Rosaline ANNETTE BUVOLI
Nurse OLIVIA COWLEY
Friar Laurence THOMAS WHITEHEAD
Lord Montague THOMAS WHITEHEAD
Lady Montague LARA TURK
Creatives:
Choreography KENNETH MACMILLAN
Music SERGEY PROKOFIEV
Conductor KOEN KESSELS
Designer NICHOLAS GEORGIADIS
Lighting Designer JOHN B. READ
Staging and Artistic Supervisor to the MacMillan Estate LAURA MORERA
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Composed by Richard Wagner | Libretto by the composer
A profound philosophical meditation on compassion and reconciliation, this transcendent rendering of a medieval knight’s heroic quest for the Holy Grail returns to the big screen in François Girard’s celebrated production, a “thoughtful and intrepid staging, full of striking imagery” (The New York Times). Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts a cast of Wagnerian superstars, including tenor Piotr Beczała in the title role, mezzo-soprano Elīna Garanča as the enigmatic Kundry, baritone Peter Mattei as the ailing Amfortas, bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green as the sorcerer Klingsor, and bass Jongmin Park as the wise Gurnemanz.
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