UK Cinema Revenue Hits £1.07bn in 2025, Best Since Covid
UK and Irish cinema takings reach a post-pandemic high of £1.07bn in 2025, with 'A Minecraft Movie' leading the box office. Discover the key figures and industry recovery insights.
UK and Irish cinema takings reach a post-pandemic high of £1.07bn in 2025, with 'A Minecraft Movie' leading the box office. Discover the key figures and industry recovery insights.
After nearly four years, Lismore Cinema has reopened its doors following catastrophic flooding. The return of the entertainment venue marks a significant milestone in the community's long recovery journey. Read more about this story of resilience.
The reborn London Museum, reopening in Smithfield in late 2026, has been crowned the best new thing to do in the capital by Time Out. Discover its new home and features.
Hampstead's beloved Stag pub reopens on 22nd January following a top-to-toe glow-up. Discover the new garden bar, seasonal martinis, and restored original features.
Lewisham gears up for a major year of change in 2026, with a library refurbishment, the return of Model Market, and over 100 new affordable homes on the horizon. Discover the key projects shaping the borough.
Police are investigating after a woman in her 40s was found dead at a property in Croydon. The death is being treated as unexpected. Call 101 with information.
Police are investigating the unexpected death of a woman in her 40s found at a Croydon address after a welfare call. Enquiries continue as next of kin are informed.
London's Natural History Museum is unlocking two galleries closed since WWII and 2004. Discover the ambitious plans to move millions of specimens and create new public spaces before the museum's 150th anniversary.
UK cinema chains like Odeon and Vue are investing in premium experiences with VIP beds and wine coolers to attract audiences, as the industry aims for a £1bn box office in 2025.
Your complete guide to the films hitting Australian cinemas on 26 December 2025, featuring Harris Dickinson's directorial debut, a French bromance, SpongeBob, and Hollywood blockbusters.
Your definitive guide to festive UK entertainment. From Avatar's cinematic return to Amadeus on stage, discover the must-see films, shows, and events this season.
Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet' delivers a stunning, visceral take on Shakespeare's domestic life, powered by a career-defining performance from Jessie Buckley. A must-see in UK cinemas from 9 January 2026.
The Taliban has demolished Kabul's iconic Ariana Cinema, a symbol of Afghanistan's cultural history. See the images and understand the impact of this erasure.
Baxter's Court in Hackney, a beloved local pub, has reopened just a month after its closure by Wetherspoons. The DC Lion pub operator has taken over, promising a new chapter for the community hub.
Discover the festive films flying under the radar, from dark comedies to heartwarming animations, as recommended by Guardian readers. Find your next Christmas classic.
István Szabó's 1981 masterpiece 'Mephisto', a searing study of artistic compromise under the Nazis, is restored and rereleased. The director discusses its chilling modern relevance.
Emotional scenes as the Bondi footbridge used in the deadly shooting reopens. Mourners pay tribute to Rabbi Eli Schlanger and the 15 victims. Read the full report on the community's response.
Rosa von Praunheim, the provocative German film-maker whose 1971 film sparked a 'Stonewall moment', has died aged 83, days after marrying his partner. Read about his legacy.
Discover a festive tour de force of overlooked Christmas movies, from 1940s comedies to dark thrillers, as recommended by Guardian film critics. Find your new holiday tradition.
Tributes pour in for iconic casting director Susie Figgis, whose work on films from Harry Potter to The Crying Game shaped British cinema. Discover her incredible legacy.
The Guardian is asking readers to name their best film of 2025. Share your favourite thriller, comedy or horror anonymously via our secure form. Tell us now!
The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure, aiming to foster unity and showcase the country's rich heritage. Discover the treasures inside and the challenges that remain.
After years in the doldrums, romantic comedies are back with a bang in 2025. From Bridget Jones to Eternity, discover how the genre is winning over critics and audiences once more.
The iconic Manchester nightclub Sankeys is set for a 2026 comeback, banning phones on the dancefloor to revive authentic clubbing. Discover how it plans to fight venue closures and nurture new talent.
Plan your week with our curated guide to cinema, gigs, art, and streaming. Featuring Elizabeth Olsen's new film, Jamiroquai's arena tour, and Wes Anderson's London exhibition.
The new high-concept film 'Eternity' starring Elizabeth Olsen and Miles Teller is a smart romantic comedy that poses a profound afterlife dilemma. In UK cinemas now.
Your weekly guide to the top films on UK television and streaming, featuring Robert De Niro in a gripping mafia drama and Toni Collette in a sun-drenched Italian romance. Tune in from Sunday 7 December.
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
The Rolling Stones' iconic IMAX concert film 'At The Max' returns to UK cinemas on December 10. Experience the 1990 Steel Wheels tour like never before. Get your tickets now.
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.