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The Bad Guys 2 PG

Screening from Fri 1 Aug

★★★★ – Telegraph. The Bad Guys are pulled out of criminal retirement for one last job by a band of ‘bad girl’ villains. Animated action-comedy sequel.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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Four Letters of Love 12A

EXTRA SHOWS: Screening until Thu 7 Aug

Two young lovers are driven apart on separate life-journeys, but destiny promises to reunite them in this majestic romance, based on the Niall Williams novel.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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Ireke: Rise Of The Maroons 15

Screening from Fri 1 Aug

In 18th century West Africa, young prince Atanda is betrayed by his uncle and sold into slavery. Torn from his homeland and thrust into brutal labour, Atanda is drawn to the world of the Maroons, a rebel society of escaped slaves.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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The Legend of Ochi 12A

Screening from Fri 1 Aug

Feeling like a throwback to 1980s family movies like E.T., The Neverending Story and The Dark Crystal with its use of practical effects – The Legend of Ochi is an enthralling fantasy set in a small village in the Carpathian Mountains.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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The Ballad of Wallis Island 12A

EXTRA SHOWS: Screening until Thu 7 Aug

On a secluded island, an eccentric lottery winner dreams of getting his favourite musical duo back together for one last gig. The fantasy becomes real as the bandmates and former lovers agree to play a private show on the island, not knowing it is for an audience of one!

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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Amadeus – 4K Restoration PG

EXTRA SHOWS: Screening until Thu 7 Aug

"★★★★★ – has lost none of its power to awe" – Empire. Italian composer Antonio Salieri becomes consumed by jealousy toward talented young upstart, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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Bring Her Back 18

Screening from Fri 1 Aug

★★★★★ – Den of Geek. After their father’s death, a brother and sister are sent to live with a mysterious foster mother, only to discover a chilling ritual unfolding in her isolated home.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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Friendship 15

EXTRA SHOWS: Screening until Thu 7 Aug

"★★★★★ – destined to be a comedy cult classic" – HeyUGuys. Sublime toe-curlingly hilarious black comedy about male friendship starring Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
/ Kaiju Summer

Godzilla (1954) PG

Thu 7 Aug, 7.30pm

★★★★ – Guardian. The King of the Monsters stomps back onto the big screen for Kaiju Summer!

Screening Thu 7 Aug
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Stans 18

Thu 7 Aug, 8.15pm | Fri 8 Aug, 8.15pm | Sat 9 Aug, 8.15pm

Through stylised recreations, rare archival footage, intimate interviews, and an exclusive original interview with Eminem himself, Stans offers a raw, loud, and revealing journey across his career — and the passionate audience that has grown with him.

Screening Thu 7 Aug
/ Season

Big Screen Heroes

Throughout July and August

Movies are made to be seen at the cinema, so just like Superman, Hiccup, Elio and the Bad Guys you can be a 'Big Screen Hero' this summer when you enjoy the best family films at Phoenix.

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The Genius of David Lynch

Summer 2025

A season celebrating the genius of the late, great David Lynch.

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.