MENU

Audio Described

Relaxed

Parent & Baby

HOH Subtitles

Amplified Audio

Our dementia-friendly screenings take place every second Wednesday of the month.

The film starts at 11am, and our cafe and facilities are be open from 10am for early arrivals, tea, coffee & cake!

As with all our accessible screenings, carers go free.

We’re a dementia-friendly venue and all our staff have been dementia trained via the Alzheimer’s Society. We’ve adapted the space and made adjustments to make sure the space is as safe, helpful, and happy as possible.

This includes:

Additional signage

No adverts or trailers

Lights are left on dim and volume is turned down

The cinema isn’t filled to capacity

Relaxed – eg attendees can sing, dance or talk during the film

15 min interval

Extra cushions & alternative seating available

If you have any questions email us, or sign up for our newsletter to hear about forthcoming screenings!

Accessibility:
Please be aware, the cinema is on the first floor and there is no lift. We do have a medium-wide (1100mm) stairwell with handrails on both sides, and we’ve had several guests with limited mobility join us for films. However it does rely on walking up the stairs (with assistance as required).

Our staff will be ready to lend a hand wherever needed.

Please see here for our Accessibility Document.

A chance for parents and carers with babies under a year old to see the best new films.

The cafe is open from 10am, and the films begin at 11am. The sound is turned down a little, and the lights kept up a little. We'll also help you upstairs with your buggy!

(Please note that due to the need to keep our fire exits accessible, buggies are parked in the bar, where we have staff and CCTV, while the film is on)

Only adults accompanied by babies will be admitted.

Come with us on an adventure through space and time as we explore the outer reaches of the universe in our Summer Of Sci-Fi season!

Wherever possible we play films with the audio description soundtrack. These films are listed below, and can be recognised by the [AD] image beside the film title.

A film with an audio description soundtrack means that we can supply you with headphones for the duration of the film which will relay a special soundtrack with full description of events happening on screen. This means that anyone with visual impairment or other needs can fully enjoy the film.

An audio description soundtrack has no affect whatsoever to anyone without the headphones; it's just like a regular film.

HOH subtitles, or ‘closed captioning’, refers to subtitles specifically intended for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing. They are a transcription rather than a translation, so as well as reproducing dialogue in films, aim to describe every additional non-dialogue sound available to a hearing audience, e.g. “(sighs)” or “(door creaks)” and song lyrics. These subtitles are hard-coded onto the screen. All guests are welcome to purchase tickets to these screenings and in our experience, hearing guests at these performances do not find the subtitles to be distracting at all.

Wherever possible, we play films with the Amplified Audio soundtrack. These films are listed below and can be recognised by the [AA] image beside the film title.

A film with an amplified audio soundtrack is specifically intended for people with hearing impairment. It means that we can supply you with headphones for the duration of the film, and you can turn up the volume as much as you need. 

An amplified audio soundtrack has no affect whatsoever on anyone without the headphones; it's just like a regular film.

Relaxed screenings offer a chance to see films in a relaxed environment and are open to everyone to attend, but are especially tailored for those with autism or others with sensory needs, as well as their friends, family and carers. Relaxed screenings are scheduled every second Sunday of the month.

Look at our Photo social story and read our Access Statement which can be used to see the venue before your visit. There is also a 3D tour of the cinema available here.

What’s different about these screenings?

The sound is lower than usual (we also have ear defenders available), the lights are kept on low, seats are not allocated, the cinema screening is filled to a maximum capacity of 75%.It’s ok to move around or walk out of the screen if you need a break. It’s ok to make noise if you need.

Our staff have all received Dimensions UK training, and we’ll make sure it’s a friendly, welcoming and safe environment.

Take a look at all the lovely films we’ve got coming up, by date.

Thu, 6 Feb

Presence

Married couple Rebekah (Lucy Liu) and Chris (Chris Sullivan), and their kids Tyler (Eddy Maday) and Chloe (Callina Liang), move into a seemingly ordinary suburban home. Each family member has problems of their own, but when strange occurrences start to take place, they soon become convinced that something else is in the house with them – and that presence is about to disturb their lives in a way they could not possibly prepare for. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Hard Truths

Two polar opposite sisters navigate the world in different ways in the wake of personal hardship. This contemporary British tragicomedy tackles serious topics such as grief, family disputes and healing.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Fri, 7 Feb

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

Hard Truths

Two polar opposite sisters navigate the world in different ways in the wake of personal hardship. This contemporary British tragicomedy tackles serious topics such as grief, family disputes and healing.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

Sat, 8 Feb

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Hard Truths

Two polar opposite sisters navigate the world in different ways in the wake of personal hardship. This contemporary British tragicomedy tackles serious topics such as grief, family disputes and healing.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

Sun, 9 Feb

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

Mon, 10 Feb

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Hard Truths

Two polar opposite sisters navigate the world in different ways in the wake of personal hardship. This contemporary British tragicomedy tackles serious topics such as grief, family disputes and healing.

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

Tue, 11 Feb

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

Hard Truths

Two polar opposite sisters navigate the world in different ways in the wake of personal hardship. This contemporary British tragicomedy tackles serious topics such as grief, family disputes and healing.

Wed, 12 Feb

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

Hard Truths

Two polar opposite sisters navigate the world in different ways in the wake of personal hardship. This contemporary British tragicomedy tackles serious topics such as grief, family disputes and healing.

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Thu, 13 Feb

A Complete Unknown

Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN's (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts - his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation - culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Warning: This film contains sequences with flashing or flickering lights that may affect individuals with photosensitivity. Viewer discretion is advised.

Companion

During a weekend trip to her new beau's lakeside estate, Iris uncovers a terrible secret tied to a billionaire's death, setting off a chain of events that will change everything for her and her friends.

A Real Pain

Benji and David travel to Poland to pay respects to their Jewish grandmother. No sooner are they on the road, they realise why they don’t spend much time together anymore. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin dazzle in their roles as the familial odd-couple, trading witty barbs and sobering ruminations on mid-adulthood growing pains, in this deftly scripted film full of humour and hope.

The Brutalist

Escaping postwar Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his career, and his marriage. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent.

Violet Hour presents: Audition

Join Violet Hour for an alternative Valentine’s screening of Takashi Miike's 1999 horror, Audition. When lonely widower Shigeharu is persuaded to stage an audition to find his future wife, he is drawn to the meek and mild-mannered Asami. As their courtship unfolds, both Shigeharu and Asami become entangled in a tacit game, leading to unforeseen and disturbing revelations. Fusing iconoclastic horror with slow-burning drama, Audition is a landmark in Japanese cinema – determined to leave an indelible mark on the heart. “Audition is a psychological drama, a detonation of romantic-comedy clichés, as well as a brutal examination of social isolation and malaise, and the gulf that often exists between men and women.” – Chuck Bowen, Slant Magazine (2019) Violet Hour showcases dark, transgressive and unconventional films in London. Exploring the darker aspects of the psyche through cinema, we screen and discuss works that unsettle, undo us, and challenge our perceptions ~

Pitchblack Premiere: Mereba 'The Breeze Grew A Fire'

Immerse yourself in an exclusive pre-release preview of the new album by American soul/R&B/hip hop artist, Mereba, on the eve of its release on Secretly Canadian. Hear and feel every detail of stunning 'The Breeze Grew A Fire' on our powerful cinema sound system, in the dark, at this exclusive Pitchblack Playback event. "This sounds great” — Rick Rubin
"A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai
"The optimal way to listen to an album" — Max Richter
"This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live Ticket includes Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness. *Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted* As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, Time Out, Metro and Newsweek. Speaking on the early stages of The Breeze Grew A Fire, she shares, “For this [album], it went back to me being on my own for the creation of a lot of the songs, and it was really important for me at this time of life because I was a little disconnected from the world, and from who I was. So I was trying to find my way back to myself first. What do I like? What do I want to hear? What do I want to say to people now?” To aid in this creation, Mereba tapped her longtime production collaborator Sam Hoffman to co-assemble the album’s rich production, which parallels its folklore-like warmth.

Fri, 14 Feb

Mood Indigo

STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS invites you to a special Valentine’s Day screening at The Castle Cinema! Set in a surreal version of Paris, MOOD INDIGO is the stirringly poetic tale of Colin (Romain Duris) and Chloé (Audrey Tautou) whose love story is turned on its head when Chloé falls sick on their honeymoon with unusual symptoms. Dedicated to his beloved bride, Colin must go out to work in a series of increasingly absurd jobs to pay for the fresh flowers that Chloé needs to feel better. Adapted from Boris Vian's cult 1947 novel L'Écume des jours and imaginatively directed by Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind & Be Kind Rewind), the film had a troubled production and release in France and overseas. Overflowing with detailed DIY effects and exuberant narrative detours, MOOD INDIGO nevertheless remains an unconventionally charismatic and lip-wobblingly poignant paean to love, creativity, and the music of Duke Ellington. STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS is the essential destination for great films and television; stream from an incredible library that includes box office hits, critically acclaimed award-winners, and lovingly restored classics.

Tue, 18 Feb

The Aggressives

To celebrate LGBTQIA+ History month, join us for the screening of The Aggressives, a pioneering documentary filmed in NYC from 1997-2004, followed next week by Beyond the Aggressives: 25 Years Later. Filmmaker Daniel Peddle follows a group of masculine-presenting queer people of color who were assigned female at birth, the "Aggressives" or "AG's"h. They hide the feminine aspects of their bodies and often adopt male personas but don't always feel included or represented by the LGBTQ world.

Wed, 19 Feb

Cine-real presents: Bonnie & Clyde

When Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow meet, they get attracted to each other. Together, they choose the path of crime to earn easy money. But they refuse to hurt people while going about their business. Cine-real is one of the only film clubs in the UK to exclusively play films from original 16mm prints. They are a non-profit organisation which aims to unite film makers and enthusiasts in their appreciation of classic film.

Wed, 26 Feb

Beyond the Aggressives: 25 Years Later

To celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month, join us for the screening of Beyond the Aggressives: 25 Years Later. In 2005, the groundbreaking film The Aggressives showcased the remarkable stories of Chin, Octavio, Trevon, and Kisha. Now, nearly 20 years later, the same four protagonists reunite to reflect on their past and envision new futures. We are screening The Aggressives the week before, so buy tickets to both for an unforgettable double bill focusing on the power of defining yourself on your own terms.

Thu, 27 Feb

Cine-real presents: Bonnie & Clyde

When Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow meet, they get attracted to each other. Together, they choose the path of crime to earn easy money. But they refuse to hurt people while going about their business. Cine-real is one of the only film clubs in the UK to exclusively play films from original 16mm prints. They are a non-profit organisation which aims to unite film makers and enthusiasts in their appreciation of classic film.

Thu, 6 Mar

CAMP CLASSICS presents D.E.B.S.

Welcome to Camp Classics, where we celebrate the films that queer culture has embraced for their unapologetic camp, iconic performances, and unforgettable style. Each screening dives into the movies that have become queer cultural staples—whether they were made with us in mind or not. This month’s camp pick is D.E.B.S. (2004), directed by Angela Robinson. Think espionage meets romance, but with plaid skirts and over-the-top gadgets. This cult favourite follows a secret academy of teenage super-spies, who end up entangled in a forbidden love story between one of their own (Amy) and notorious supervillain Lucy Diamond. D.E.B.S. is the perfect ode to rebellion, love, and high school drama – with killer outfits to match. To quote Letterboxd user C.W. Scott, “the perfect lesbian spy movie that puts lesbianing first and spying second.”

Wed, 9 Apr

Horror with Hitchcock: Psycho

You're invited to celebrate Alfred Hitchcock's first foray into the horror genre in 1960! Join us for a special screening of Psycho (which celebrates its 65th year anniversary), starring Janet Leigh & Anthony Perkins. Paramount wouldn't fund the project as Hitchcock wanted to kill off the lead actress halfway into the movie, so he funded it himself and made it in black & white to save costs. It went on to become the highest grossing film of his career. With an introduction & post-screening Q&A from local historian & Hitchcock expert Gary Lewis (of Hitchcock Talks & Tours), this is a one-off Castle Cinema special not to miss. And in case you’re not familiar with the film, here’s a short synopsis:
Phoenix secretary Marion Crane, on the lam after stealing $40,000 from her employer in order to run away with her boyfriend, is overcome by exhaustion during a heavy rainstorm. Traveling on the back roads to avoid the police, she stops for the night at the ramshackle Bates Motel and meets the polite but highly strung proprietor, a young man with an interest in taxidermy and a difficult relationship with his mother.

Thu, 10 Apr

YOU HAVE TO COME AND SEE IT presented by Jellied Reels

For this month's edition of Jellied Reels, we are excited to present a special double-bill of 2 medium length features from Spain and Georgia. We'd like to think of it as a blossoming bouquet of spring-themed films (and hope you do too). You Have to Come and See It (Tenéis que venir a verla) dir. Jonás Trueba (2022), 64mins Two couples who are friends meet up. They listen to music, talk, read, eat, take a walk, play ping pong… it may not sound like much for a movie, so that’s why You Have To Come And See It. April (Aprili) dir. Otar Iosseliani (1961), 47mins A young couple moves into a new apartment in which water, gas and electricity are controlled by the simple expression of their love. Some of their neighbours, obsessed by a frenetic need for possession, end up convincing them to stuff their home with furniture and soon leaving the couple with dwindling space for feeling. Jellied Reels serves up screenings of the best films you've never tried (or likely won't find on streaming)... For more details about our upcoming programme at the Castle - follow us here!

Sun, 13 Apr

Horror with Hitchcock: Psycho

You're invited to celebrate Alfred Hitchcock's first foray into the horror genre in 1960! Join us for a special screening of Psycho (which celebrates its 65th year anniversary), starring Janet Leigh & Anthony Perkins. Paramount wouldn't fund the project as Hitchcock wanted to kill off the lead actress halfway into the movie, so he funded it himself and made it in black & white to save costs. It went on to become the highest grossing film of his career. With an introduction & post-screening Q&A from local historian & Hitchcock expert Gary Lewis (of Hitchcock Talks & Tours), this is a one-off Castle Cinema special not to miss. And in case you’re not familiar with the film, here’s a short synopsis:
Phoenix secretary Marion Crane, on the lam after stealing $40,000 from her employer in order to run away with her boyfriend, is overcome by exhaustion during a heavy rainstorm. Traveling on the back roads to avoid the police, she stops for the night at the ramshackle Bates Motel and meets the polite but highly strung proprietor, a young man with an interest in taxidermy and a difficult relationship with his mother.

Tue, 22 Apr

Hundreds of Beavers Live UK Tour + Q&A

Join us on Tuesday April 22nd for a special screening of HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS featuring live Q&A with lead actor Ryland Brickson Cole Tews (and a diabolical Beaver) In this 19th century, supernatural winter epic, a drunken applejack salesman must go from zero to hero and become North America's greatest fur trapper by defeating hundreds of beavers.

The End

That's it for now.
Want to be the first to hear about new shows as they're added? Sign up below.