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Bowie: The Final Act TBC

Screening from Sat 27 Dec

Ten years after his death, Bowie: The Final Act reveals David’s final creative journey. For decades, he captivated the world with his chameleon-like ability to reinvent himself, but in the final act of his life, he underwent something even more profound: a resurrection.

/ Melodrama on Film

The Bitter Tears of Petra Von Kant 12A

Tue 30 Dec, 7.45pm

A successful fashion designer spirals in isolation as the flighty object of her affections fails to return her devotion in Fassbinder’s autobiographical masterpiece.

/ Film

Marty Supreme 15

Screening from Fri 2 Jan

"★★★★★ – a great American picture" – Empire. Set during the 1950s – the golden age of ping-pong – a young man (Timothée Chalamet) with a dream no one respects is willing to go to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

/ Film

Song Sung Blue TBC

Screening from Fri 2 Jan

Based on the true story of a husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute band, this is big-hearted, crowd-pleasing cinema, guaranteed to make you laugh, cry and sing!

/ Film, Documentary

The Librarians 15

Fri 2 Jan, 5.45pm | Sat 3 Jan, 1pm

An urgent documentary from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Kim A Snyder about the bravery of librarians across the United States who are battling censorship and political extreminism to defend the right to read.

/ Leicester Jazz House

Leicester Jazz House Presents

Shows throughout autumn/winter 2025/26

We’re delighted to be hosting a new series of live performances in partnership with Leicester Jazz House, bringing world class performers to our intimate Screen 2 stage.

/ Stage on Screen

Merrily We Roll Along 15

Sat 3 Jan, 7.30pm | Sun 4 Jan, 6pm

Filmed during the Tony award-winning, house record-breaking 2023-24 run at the Hudson Theatre on Broadway, Merrily We Roll Along charts the turbulent relationship between composer Franklin Shepard and his two lifelong friends — writer Mary and lyricist & playwright Charley.

/ Film

Menus-Plaisirs | Les Troisgros PG

Sun 4 Jan, 1.15pm

"a roving, inquisitive, elegantly expansive portrait" – Los Angeles Times. Legendary documentarian Frederick Wiseman’s final feature is a mesmerising 4-hour immersion into the world of haute cuisine.

/ Robert Redford

Barefoot in The Park PG

Mon 5 Jan, 7pm

Robert Redford and Jane Fonda are mismatched newlyweds in Gene Sak's glorious romantic comedy.

/ Film

Hamnet 12A

Screening from Fri 9 Jan

“★★★★★ – impeccably directed by Chloé Zhao” – The Times. A heart-wrenching film about grief and catharthis based on Maggie O-Farrell's acclaimed novel of the same name.

/ Film

Becoming Victoria Wood TBC

Fri 9, Mon 12 & Thu 15 Jan

Told in her own words and through the voices of those who knew her best, Becoming Victoria Wood uncovers the formative experiences and personal battles that powered Victoria’s unmatched ability to make the nation laugh.

/ Food & Drink

Wine Tasting 18

Fri 9 Jan, 7pm

Join us for an evening of wine tasting with our independent supplier Woodthorpe Wines. Certified Sommelier Matthew Whitaker will guide you through a bespoke menu of hand-picked wines.

Access Cinema

Regular screenings for people with differing access needs, to give all our customers the chance to enjoy a great cinema experience.

Audio described screenings

For our customers who are blind or have slight loss, many films come with audio description, where a recorded narrator describes the on-screen action during gaps in the dialogue. This is broadcast through wireless headsets so only the wearer can hear.

Relaxed environment screenings

Our relaxed environment screening have reduced sound levels, partially raised lighting, no trailers, and freedom to move around and use sensory aids. They are particularly suited to to people with neuro-diversities including autism, ADHD or other sensory processing disorders.

Captioned screenings

For anyone who is deaf or has hearing loss, we show descriptive subtitled versions of the latest English language movies in our main cinema screens.

Phoenix Leicester

Phoenix is Leicester’s centre for independent cinema, art and digital culture. Films and art deserve to be experienced somewhere special – which is why the whole Phoenix team works hard to make Phoenix a place where everyone can feel welcome and inspired.

Following a multi-million pound expansion, Phoenix now boast four state-of-the-art cinema screens, and shows everything from micro-budget independent films to the latest Hollywood blockbusters, plus film festivals and special events. And as an independent venue, the team handpicks Phoenix’s cinema programme specifically for Leicester audiences, so you’ll see things at Phoenix that aren’t screening in any other local cinemas.

With two superb galleries, Phoenix’s digital art programme presents exciting and innovative work by local and international artists; and short courses, workshops and activities provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn about and create their own film and art.

Our newly opened Café Bar offers a stylish and comfortable place to see friends and relax over a meal and drinks, or meet with clients and catch up on some work.

Phoenix believes that film and art have the power to enhance lives, and for many customers Phoenix staff make the difference. With a clear passion for their work, you’ll find many are studying film or art locally, or are involved in the wider creative community Phoenix attracts.

And as a local charity, all earnings go back into developing Phoenix’s creative programmes, enabling them to reach out to more people.

We hope to see you soon.