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 (Thursday 18th April)
12:30
Monster 12A
15:15
Origin 12A
18:15
Baltimore 15
1h 38m20:30
Strawberry and Chocolate 18
1h 50m | Spanish w/ English subtitlesFriday 19th April
15:30
Io Capitano 15
2h 2m | Arabic, French & Wolof w/ English subtitles18:15
Evil Does Not Exist 12A
1h 46m | Japanese w/ English subtitles20:45
Mothers' Instinct 15
1h 34mComing soon
Io Capitano
Showing from Friday 19th April
Humane drama, based on firsthand testimonies, exploring the hope, heartbreak, and realities of migrant experiences. Nominated for Best International Feature at this year’s Oscars.
Evil Does Not Exist
Showing from Saturday 19th April
Captivating eco-drama by Oscar-winning director Ryusuke Hamaguchi (Drive My Car) about the residents of a rural Japanese village opposing the development of a luxury “glamping” site.
Mothers’ Instinct
Showing from Friday 19th April
The seeds of guilt and paranoia are sewn between two friends in this tense psychological thriller set in suburban America, starring Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway.
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.