So named by Danish settlers, Greenwich (Anglo-Saxon equivalent Grenewic) means the green place on the bay (vig, wich) or near the mouth of a river (similarly, Sandwich). Greenwich is notable for its royal connections and maritime history, giving its name to the Greenwich Meridian (0° longitude) and Greenwich Mean Time.
The Greenwich Cinema was a modern purpose-built three-screen cinema designed by Howard and Unick. Opening in 1989, the cinema did solid business until multiplex competition caused it to close in 2002. A few years later, Picturehouse arranged a lease with the Royal Borough of Greenwich to rescue the cinema, extensively refurbishing it and adding extra screens and a bar.
Please note that peak or altered pricing may apply for certain films, special events and holiday periods. More information on pricing is available in our FAQs and Terms & Conditions.
We add a 70p booking fee per ticket (excluding tickets for Picturehouse Members) to bookings made online or over the phone. This fee doesn't apply to tickets you buy in person at the cinema.
3D films may cost £1.30 extra per person, not including 3D glasses (you can buy these at the cinema for an extra £1, free for Members, or bring your own).
*Family tickets are for four people, at least two of whom must be under 15. Not applicable to premium-priced screenings.
Have a question about our prices? We might have the answer in our FAQs.
All day every Monday (excluding bank holidays), you can enjoy great value tickets with Happy Mondays.
Picturehouse Members get to save even more. Please check Monday listings for details.
Relaxed screenings are specially designed to make cinema-going easier and more accessible to those who may need additional support when they visit. These screenings are ideal for neurodivergent audiences of all ages, those living with dementia, and their families, friends, and carers, but all are welcome.
Relaxed screenings will show films without adverts or trailers. Lights are left on low, the volume is reduced, and the audience is free to move around and take breaks from the screen whenever needed.
We typically show:
A new release every second Monday of the month
A family-friendly film every third Sunday of the month
A classic film every last Friday of the month (with interval)
Whilst we do our best to ensure these screenings happen consistently, please note that on occasion the regular slot may change. Make sure to check local listings ahead of your screening.
The Watch with Baby club is for parents and guardians with babies under one year old.
Watch with Baby takes place on Wednesdays and Fridays at 11.00.
Babies go free. Adults are only admitted if accompanying a baby.
Please note: We have limited space available to park your buggies. Where possible using smaller strollers, baby carriers, and other options would be very much appreciated. Thank you.
The Kids' Club is every Saturday at 11.00. Doors open at 10.30.
Adults are only admitted if accompanying a child.
Join us Sundays and Mondays at 11.00 for 30 minutes of episodes for preschool children and their parents and carers.
A great way to introduce your toddler to the experience of the cinema!
Adults are only admitted if accompanying a child.
Silver Screen is a free-to-join club for the over-60s. Enjoy discounted tickets and a free tea or filter coffee at our Silver Screen shows.
Silver Screen runs every Tuesday and Thursday before 17.00.
Non-members are welcome - the usual ticket prices apply.
Click here for upcoming screenings.
Bringing world-class productions of theatre, ballet, opera and live music to the big screen.
U25 is for anyone ages 16–25. Signing up to U25 is FREE. Members have access to discounted tickets at any time Monday to Thursday when booked online and via the Picturehouse App only.
The following bus routes run close to the cinema: 177, 180, 188, 199, 286, 386, U6.
The nearest train station is Greenwich (5-minute walk, Southeastern, DLR and Thameslink)
Please note there are limited car parking facilities are available in Greenwich. Pay and Display parking is available behind the cinema off of Stockwell Street.
For more information please visit royalgreenwich.gov.uk.
Nearest KIA Charging Station: Source London 6 STRAIGHTSMOUTH SE10 9LB (Type 1 and Type 2)
