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
Tomorrow (Saturday 4th May)
13:45
Close Your Eyes 12A
2h 49m | Spanish w/ English subtitles
17:15
Monkey Man 18
2h 1mSunday 5th May
15:00
The Cook, the Thief, His Wife... 18
2h 4m
17:45
The Teachers' Lounge 12A
1h 39m | German w/ English subtitles
20:00
The Sweet East 18
1h 44mComing soon
Opponent
Showing from Friday 10th May
After a rumour forces an Iranian family to flee their home, the husband joins a Swedish wrestling team where the past comes back to haunt him in this complex drama exploring masculinity and the refugee experience.
Civil War
Showing from Friday 10th May
With the US torn apart by civil war, a group of journalists cover the madness of the raging conflict. Kirsten Dunst stars in this thought-provoking thriller by acclaimed filmmaker Alex Garland (Ex Machina).
Challengers
Showing from Saturday 17th May
A tough tennis coach (Zendaya) arranges a ‘challenger’ match between her husband, a former champion on a losing streak, and her ex-lover (Josh O’Connor) in this steamy sports romance directed by Luca Guadagnino.
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
The Cook, the Thief….an Acquired Taste
I was wondering if everything you can think of, is better up on the big screen, in, you know, a movie? Sex, for sure. Sport, ... Read more
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
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.