Ralph Fiennes brings depth and pathos to a new Alan Bennett tale, of a WWI-era community brought to life through song.

In 1915, a village in rural Yorkshire stages Elgar’s Dream of Gerontius for its embattled townspeople, hiring the Germany-trained outsider Dr. Guthrie to lead the choir. He is faced with divided, suspicious, and often-bereft locals while continuing to feel wounds of his own – but with the music, they can develop something that transcends it all. With his trusted director Nicholas Hytner (The Madness of King George, The Lady in the Van), Bennett tells a comfortable but unsentimental story, where both war’s damage and the power of art to lift people above it fully convince. Once again, Fiennes gives subtle power to the lead role, with outstanding backing from Roger Allam, Mark Addy, et al.

Jeremy Allen White gives The Boss a biopic treatment, capturing the struggles that led to his 1982 masterwork Nebraska (and “Born in the U.S.A.”).

Returning to New Jersey from an international smash-hit tour, a 32-year-old Bruce Springsteen is poised to become a rock icon – only to sidestep the band and hole up in his bedroom for the next album. Scouring literature, history, and his own troubled background, he starts to create a raw, brilliant new sound, but getting it to shelves and keeping his head clear proves harder. Like A Complete Unknown, writer-director Scott Cooper (Crazy Heart, The Pale Blue Eye) avoids the subject’s full legend: focusing on a short period where, amid crumbling relationships and constant doubt, he created some of his richest work. White fully convinces in the man’s rougher, and quieter, moments.

Osgood Perkins’ anticipated follow-up to Longlegs and The Monkey has arrived.

The 51-year-old Perkins, son of Psycho actor Anthony Perkins, has essentially created these three films back-to-back. While Perkins penned both Longlegs and The Monkey, Keeper was written by Canadian screenwriter and artist Nick Lepard.

Shot outside Vancouver, this single-location horror features Tatiana Maslany (She Hulk) as Liz and Rossif Sutherland (son of Donald, brother to Kiefer) as Malcolm, a married couple who escape for a romantic anniversary weekend at a secluded cabin. When Malcolm suddenly returns to the city, Liz finds herself isolated and in the presence of an unspeakable evil that reveals the cabin’s horrifying secrets. This is effectively “Marriage Story” meets “Evil Dead”. Fans of Perkins’ previous projects will not want to miss Keeper, and if you do, well.. “I don’t like you anymore”.

Before the Nuremberg trials, a psychiatrist evaluates Nazi leaders to determine whether they are fit to stand trial.

There have been many films about the infamous trials (not least Stanley Kramer’s Judgement at Nuremberg), which examined the countless crimes against humanity conducted by the Nazis. James Vanderbilt’s film approaches the subject from a psychoanalytical perspective. Is evil innate, or merely instructed?

As Douglas Kelley (portrayed with reliable precision by Rami Malek) interviews Hitler’s right hand man, Hermann Göring (Russell Crowe), they engage in a battle of wits. Increasingly obsessed with understanding how any human could knowingly participate in the Nazis’ atrocities, the psychiatrist and former Luftwaffe commander develop a disturbing bond.

He’s done zombies, ghosts, cops and getaway drivers. Now, Edgar Wright reinvents a Schwarzenegger classic with dynamic action, a quippy script, and beloved leading man Glen Powell in a thrilling fight for his life!

In the near future, down-on-his-luck Ben Richards enters a televised game show, The Running Man, in which he must stay alive for thirty days whilst being hunted down by a team of murderous Hunters. With a grand prize of $1 billion, the stakes are beyond life-changing, and the threat is nationwide.

Edgar Wright first noted an ambition to adapt Stephen King’s 1982 dystopian novel on Twitter in 2017.

Eight years later, the film has finally arrived, with a star-studded cast and a frenetic style befitting of the source material. Look out for a quick Arnie cameo as the face of the film’s $100 bill!

This holiday season, the magic begins on the big screen. Join André Rieu for his 2025 Christmas Concert – “Merry Christmas” and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes,and plenty of surprises – it’s the ultimate Christmas cinema event!

With his fabulous Johann Strauss Orchestra, and special guests including the sensational Emma Kok and over 400 brass players bringing the majestic sound of Christmas, André’s concert is bursting with warmth, laughter, and holiday cheer.

Christmas is André’s favourite time of year - and he can’t wait to share this spectacular concert with you, only in cinemas!

Includes a 15min interval.

The cinematic return of the global phenomenon follows the Crawleys and their staff as they enter the 1930s.

With the Great Depression in full swing, and World War II a storm cloud on the horizon, it’s a time of seismic socio-economic upheaval – making the gilded existence of the landed gentry suddenly feel very precarious indeed.

The whole bloodline is back – from upper-crust icons like Hugh Bonneville’s 7th Earl Of Grantham and his bothersome daughters Mary (Michelle Dockery) and Edith (Laura Carmichael), to below-stairs favourites including gentleman’s gentleman Mr Carson (Jim Carter) and his housekeeper wife, Mrs Hughes (Phyllis Logan). The renowned halls of Downton are graced with fresh new characters like Noel Coward and his iconic wit, the return of Harold (Paul Giamatti), and Allesandro Nivola as Sambrook, Harold’s mysterious financial advisor with his dubious charm.

As the beloved cast of characters navigates how to lead Downton Abbey into the future, they must embrace change and welcome a new chapter.

Few festive treats are as irresistibly sweet as Richard Curtis’s glittering cinematic selection box, better known as Love Actually.

Across ten loosely intertwined tales, this cinematic embrace explores love in its many guises - from office flirtations, to the fierce bond between parent and child, fleeting holiday passions, and the comforting loyalty of long-time friends, all with a stella cast!

Set against a London so beautifully captured it feels like a character in its own right, Curtis’s debut as director unfolds over the five weeks leading up to Christmas. Yet, like the season itself, it’s not all twinkling lights and warm fires - moments of heartache cut through the joy, adding depth and contrast to the glow. A Christmas staple, equal parts joy and melancholy.

Welcome to the Overlook Hotel, a grand resort nestled in the picturesque Rocky Mountains. Have a pleasant stay, but remember – all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy…

Stanley Kubrick’s genre-defining psychological horror observes Jack Torrance’s (Jack Nicholson) gradual descent into violent madness. Taking care of the Overlook during its winter season with his wife and young son, whilst they are utterly alone in the hotel, it soon becomes clear that other forces may reside in the walls and beneath the floorboards. Shot nearby at Elstree Studios, whilst the film adapts Stephen King’s eponymous novel, its vision is unique and distinctly Kubrick.

We are thrilled to be screening this renowned, snow-coated classic as part of The Odyssey Film Club. Make sure you stick around after the film for the discussion, where we will be accompanied by some very special guests involved in The Shining’s production!

Grab your candy canes and hold onto your gumdrops - we’re heading through the seven levels of the Candy Cane Forest, past the sea of twirly-swirly gumdrops, and straight through the Lincoln Tunnel!

Everyone’s favourite Christmas elf, Buddy, is bouncing back onto the big screen for some Elf-tastic festive fun!

Starring Will Ferrell as Buddy - a human raised by Santa’s elves - this Christmas classic follows our oversized, overexcited hero as he leaves the North Pole and heads to New York City (in full elf gear, of course!) to find his real dad. Along the way, Buddy spreads cheer, chaos, and Christmas spirit to everyone he meets - one candy-coated smile at a time.

So don’t be a cotton-headed ninny muggins! Head to The Odyssey for a jolly dose of Christmas magic and discover your inner elf

Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio spearhead a raw, timely, and masterfully made thriller, about an ex-radical fighting to save his family.

On the fringes of a small Californian town, Bob Ferguson struggles to stay upright for his teenaged daughter Willa, and the hole left by her mother and his failed revolutionary comrades. When she disappears as a wealthy white-supremacist army threatens their home, Bob must rebuild his team, reckon with the past, and prepare for battle, as what really matters becomes clear.

Working with a much larger-than-usual budget (reportedly $130-175 million) from bits of cult Pynchon novel Vineland, Anderson applies his usual cinematic mastery to new ground. Inventive action set-pieces punctuate a funny, tragic and very relevant story of a literal culture war, and one man (a fearless and moving DiCaprio) trying to survive it.

This heartwarming holiday classic follows Kris Kringle, a kind and mysterious man who claims to be the real Santa Claus.

When six-year-old Susan Walker (Mara Wilson), naturally skeptical of Christmas magic, begins to doubt the legend, Kris sets out to prove that the joy, wonder, and generosity of the season are very real. Elizabeth Perkins stars as Susan’s practical mother, Dorey, who must confront her own doubts about the spirit of Christmas.

Filled with gentle humor, tender moments, and a touch of holiday magic, the film captures the true spirit of the season—faith, kindness, and believing in the impossible. With Richard Attenborough bringing warmth and charm to the role of Kris Kringle, this uplifting story is perfect for families and a joyful reminder of why Christmas is so special.

This beloved festive classic is back – Irving Berlin's songs and dances are performed by two happy couples who discover that love, romance and a Christmas Eve snowfall make everyone's dreams come true.

Starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen, this heartwarming musical follows ex-army pals Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, now a famous song-and-dance duo, as they team up with talented sisters Betty and Judy Haynes.

When the foursome heads to a Vermont inn for a Christmas performance, they’re reunited with their former commander, General Waverly, who is struggling to keep his business alive. Moved by his plight, they plan a festive extravaganza to help save the inn, bringing joy, romance, and the magic of a Christmas miracle.

Featuring iconic songs by Berlin and dazzling VistaVision colour, White Christmas is a must-see seasonal celebration for fans old and new.

A new biopic appears following caretaker and Tourette’s awareness activist John Davidson, and his astonishing fight to make himself and his disorder seen.

In 1980s Galashiels, a teenage John is starting secondary school when he begins “acting out”, in ways he can’t control and his family cannot cope with. As it alienates them and repeatedly devastates his life, he begins to find stronger connections and an understanding of a then-obscure condition – and with it, the chance to improve his and others’ lives. Made famous by the documentary John’s Not Mad, Davidson’s life is retold with modesty, sensitivity, and humour by writer-director Kirk Jones (Waking Ned).

A down-to-earth focus, first-rate performances (from a cast including Maxine Peake and Peter Mullan) and deep empathy give extraordinary weight to his journey, and astonishment at what he has accomplished.

Annemarie Jacir’s drama shines a much-needed light on Palestine’s troubled history and a crucial uprising against imperial rule.

In 1936, Yousef is a young Palestinian man living in the countryside, where land is rapidly disappearing to Jewish settlers under Britain’s rule, and working in Jerusalem, where he meets an educated revolutionary movement. Conflicts escalate, and it becomes clear that they will have to fight for a land of their own – with terrible consequences for everyone they know and love. Long delayed by the Gaza War, writer-director Jacir (Salt of This Sea, Wajib) succeeds magnificently in showing the lives, needs, and pain behind the conflicts, with a strong ensemble cast including Hiam Abbas, Jeremy Irons and Liam Cunningham. Moreover, it spells out the need to know the history – and to keep paying attention – even after the fighting ends.

After going on trips around America and Europe, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) was going to play it safe and spend the festive season at home, to ensure his wife and children have the best Christmas ever.

But things soon go awry as his uncouth cousin Eddie (Randy Quaid) and his family arrive unannounced. What happens next is nothing short of a disaster.

Adapted from a John Hughes short story, the film nails the trials and tribulations of spending Christmas with family through the National Lampoon series’ trademark slapstick humour. Try watching the dinner scene without remembering horrible memories of a Christmas meal!

Experience the magic of Christmas at The Odyssey Cinema with one of the most cherished holiday films of all time.

On a cold, snowy Christmas Eve in the small town of Bedford Falls, the camera gently glides from home to home as townsfolk bow their heads in evening prayer. Though they do not know it, their heartfelt wish - to keep George Bailey safe - is being heard far above.

So begins It’s A Wonderful Life, the timeless story of an angel named Clarence (Henry Travers), sent from heaven to help a man who believes he’s out of hope. Clarence’s mission: to show George Bailey (James Stewart) just how profoundly his kindness and sacrifices have touched the lives of those around him.

Frank Capra’s enduring classic is, above all, a celebration of decency - a reminder that doing good for others is the greatest gift of all.

Director Chris Columbus brings us one of the most iconic and downright fun Christmas movies ever made!

Meet 8-year-old Kevin McCallister - a mischievous kid with a wild imagination and a knack for trouble. The night before his family jets off to Paris for the holidays, Kevin pushes one button too many and gets sent to the attic. But when he wakes up the next morning to an empty house, he can’t believe his luck - his wish came true! His family is gone!

At first, it’s all junk food, sledding down the stairs, and jumping on the bed. But Kevin’s solo Christmas takes a twist when two not-so-bright burglars, Harry and Marv (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern), set their sights on his house. Big mistake. Armed with a toolbox of booby traps and a whole lot of Christmas spirit, Kevin’s ready to defend his home - McCallister style.

Will he outsmart the crooks? Will his family make it back for Christmas?

One thing’s for sure: “Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal!”

The second half of the beloved musical revision of The Wizard of Oz finally comes to cinemas, showing how one outcast girl became Dorothy’s mortal enemy.

Once an upstanding student, Elphaba has declared war on Oz’s ruling powers to save its animal citizens, remaking herself into a feared and isolated rebel. As her best friend Glinda, becomes a beloved but compromised Good Witch, a confrontation seems inevitable.

Split into two to do the story full justice, director Jon M. Chu and co. sustain all the spectacular fantasy visuals, heartfelt performances, and showstopping music that made both the show and first film smash hits. Everyone’s love for the material shines even 22 years after its premiere – and with this, it should endure for some time yet.

Join us for a family adventure aboard The Polar Express!

Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Cast Away) reunited once more for The Polar Express, an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children's book by Chris Van Allsburg.

On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.

As a magical steam engine roars outside his window and he begins an extraordinary adventure towards the North Pole, this journey of self-discovery will show him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

We believe . . . do you?

“Hot! Hot! Ooh, we got it! Hot! Hot! Hey, we got it! Hot! Hot! Say, we got it! Hot chocolate!”

Grab an Odyssey hot chocolate and join our pyjama party for this magical screening! Pop on your best PJs and come on board.

Onesies are allowed, and dressing gowns and slippers are recommended to keep you extra cosy.

Facing Christmas 3,000 miles from his estranged wife and two children, New York policeman John McClane (Bruce Willis) flies to Los Angeles bearing presents and hoping to patch up his marriage.

Stylish and cool Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) is in Los Angeles as well for the holiday season, but he's not there to give out presents. He's there to take: more than $600 million in negotiable bearer bonds from the multinational Nakatomi Corporation, where McClane's wife, Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), is an executive. When the takeover becomes hostile, it's up to John McClane to take on the terrorists with all the grit and determination he can muster – but not without a sense of humour.

Die Hard is one of the greatest action films ever made and the ideal Christmas adventure to stuff your stocking with. Merry Christmas, and a Yippee-Ki-Yay…

Michael Caine joins Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the magnificent Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale.

All your favourite characters are here – Gonzo as Dickens, Kermit as Bob Cratchit, Miss Piggy as Emily Cratchit, and more. Of course, the inimitable Michael Caine stars as the grouchy, mean-spirited Ebenezer Scrooge.

A holiday classic since its original publication in 1843, that Dickens’ story is repeated on an annual basis is a testament to the joy an audience finds in witnessing someone discover the “reason for the season,” the joy in giving, sharing, and being part of a holiday that means spending time with those you love, and who love you.

Ten years after famed magician troupe The Four Horsemen vanished from public life, they emerge from the shadows with three new recruits to steal a large South African diamond.

Magicians undertaking high-stakes heists proves to be a durable and highly entertaining concept, as the third entry in the Now You See Me series hits the big screen! This time, the Horsemen must emerge from retirement after a trio of rookie magicians stage a fake magic show impersonating them. This leads the whole group, rookies and masters, to be recruited to seal the Heart Diamond, the largest in the world. Join Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco and Isla Fisher as they aim for Feathers McGraw’s crown in this sleek, high-stakes heist thriller.

When a bustling city of mammals is thrown into chaos as a mysterious reptile slithers into town and leaves puzzling clues at every turn. But have no fear, the perfect the team are on the case.

Follow Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde trail through glittering skyscrapers, hidden alleys, and unexpected corners of the city, piecing together clues, solving twists, and racing against time. With clever surprises, daring escapades, and unforgettable characters around every corner, Zootropolis 2 turns a day at the cinema into an adventure the whole family can share. Get ready to think like a detective, cheer for your favourite heroes, and become part of the action!

Directed and choreographed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, Singin’ in the Rain stars Kelly, Donald O’Connor, and Debbie Reynolds in one of Hollywood’s most beloved musicals.

Set against the dazzling backdrop of 1927 Hollywood, the film celebrates the transition from silent movies to talkies with humour, charm, and unforgettable performances. While the story includes silent film star Don Lockwood and his glamorous co-star Lina Lamont, it is the music, dance, and sheer joy that make this film timeless.

Featuring the iconic number “Singin’ in the Rain,” with lyrics by Arthur Freed and music by Nacio Herb Brown, Gene Kelly’s exuberant dance through puddles remains one of cinema’s most enduring images.

So, grab your umbrella, sit back, and enjoy a sparkling musical overflowing with song, laughter, and classic Hollywood magic.

To celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025, we’re delighted to bring you all – The Commitments.

From acclaimed director Alan Parker, comes the award-winning film that took the world by storm. Jimmy Rabbitte knows he's the world's greatest band manager.... now he just needs a band.

Auditioning everyone he can find, Jimmy gathers ten of the most talented, least experienced musicians from the streets of working-class Dublin with a plan to launch the greatest Irish Soul band in the world. It's a joyful mixture of great characters, super dialogue and wonderful music, foul-mouthed, fast-talking and very funny, with a soundtrack from soul paradise.

One of the greatest films in the last 50 years, Ladies and Gentlemen, please put your working class hands together for the saviours of soul.

Spanning three decades, Merrily We Roll Along charts the turbulent relationship between composer Franklin Shepard and his two lifelong friends — writer Mary and lyricist & playwright Charley.

Originally produced on Broadway in 1981, it then became an inventive cult-classic, ahead of its time. The musical features some of Stephen Sondheim’s most celebrated and personal songs. The 2023-2024 Broadway production, directed by Maria Friedman, redefined the show for a new era, bringing Sondheim’s intricate score and George Furth’s book to vivid life with extraordinary depth and clarity.

At its core, this is a universal story about friendship: how it changes, how it lasts, and how it shapes who we become. This isn’t just a stage production captured on film — it’s something more intimate. The camera lets us see every flicker of feeling, every quiet shift, in a way that brings audiences closer than ever. Don’t miss!

Returning to our big screen after being revealed as the Odyssey’s 11th Anniversary surprise film – Richard Linklater and Ethan Hawke reteam for a sparkling, tragicomic biopic of one of America’s greatest songwriters.

In 1943, Lorenz Hart slips out from the premiere of Oklahoma!: it is launching his ex-creative-partner Richard Rodgers (Andrew Scott) to musical greatness, just as drink and depression are tanking his own career. Holed up in a nearby restaurant, he faces friends, rivals, and potential lovers with all the wit he can summon – all while desperate for deeper, more elusive connection. Also reuniting with Me and Orson Welles writer Robert Kaplow, Linklater brings gossipy buzz to the world of Golden Age Broadway and poignant depth to Hart’s life. Brimming with ideas and passion for all sexes, but clearly staring into an abyss, he provides Hawke with a star turn, showing in him a new range of both humour and fragility.

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of

their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.

From the visionary director of The Godfather Trilogy, this definitive Vietnam War epic features a star-studded cast and many of the most iconic lines, shots and scenes in cinema history.

George Lucas was originally attached to direct this adaptation of Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness. This film transplants Conrad’s setting of 1890s Belgian-ruled Congo to the Vietnam War, with Marlon Brando starring as the rogue Colonel Kurtz, hunted by Martin Sheen’s jaded veteran assassin.

The film’s planned five-month shoot in the Philippines ultimately took place over a year, with severe weather and combatting personalities on set creating one of the most chaotic film productions of all time. The Philippines had no professional film laboratories at the time, so the raw negatives had to be shipped to the US to be processed. Thus, the entire film was shot blind, and not a single frame was seen until editing commenced. What emerged is one of the most staggering achievements in cinema history, winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes and Oscars for Best Cinematography and Best Sound.

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.

Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one.

National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.