Welcome to the Ultimate Picture Palace
The UPP is a community-owned cinema and Oxford’s only independent cinema. We show an eclectic mix of independent, mainstream, international, and classic films all in our cosy single-screen auditorium. Find us on the Cowley Road in East Oxford.
What's on
Today (Friday 19th April)
15:30
Io Capitano 15
2h 2m | Arabic, French & Wolof w/ English subtitles
18:15
Evil Does Not Exist 12A
1h 46m | Japanese w/ English subtitles
20:45
Mothers' Instinct 15
1h 34mTomorrow (Saturday 20th April)
15:45
Evil Does Not Exist 12A
1h 46m | Japanese w/ English subtitles18:15
Mothers' Instinct 15
1h 34m20:30
Io Capitano 15
2h 2m | Arabic, French & Wolof w/ English subtitlesComing soon
Disco Boy
Showing from Friday 26th April
A Belarusian migrant joins the Foreign Legion in order to obtain French citizenship in this dreamlike debut by Giacomo Abbruzzese, starring Franz Rogowski (Passages).
The Sweet East
Showing from Friday 3rd May
Jacob Elordi and Ayo Edebiri star in this hazy road-movie about a teenager’s trip across America where she encounters pseudo-intellectuals, wannabe artists, and Neo-Nazis.
Close Your Eyes
Showing from Saturday 4th May
A filmmaker is interviewed about an actor who mysteriously disappeared decades ago. A stunning exploration of memory by legendary director Víctor Erice (The Spirit of the Beehive).
Become a member
Our community of UPP members get exclusive discounts including 2 free tickets, a free drink at our cosy bar and £2 off the price of tickets.
UPP News
Find out the latest news and updates from the UPP and our community
Magic Hour: Days of Heaven Returns
My students are often surprised to hear me say that there are a number of films I have seen well over 10 times at the cinema, in a ... Read more
New and Improved Annual Membership
We're revamping our Annual Membership to offer you an array of brand new perks to choose from. Starting this Friday (22nd March) ... Read more
Maona presents African Cinema at the UPP
Maona is an organization founded by Tatenda Jamera, a filmmaker and curator, in response to the lack of authentic African stories ... Read more
Hire the cinema
Our unique art-deco venue is the perfect place for private screenings, children and adult birthday parties, fundraisers, premieres, presentations, community events, film festivals and more.