Leiston Film Theatre

Leiston Film Theatre Leiston Film Theatre, or Leiston Picture House as it was originally named, opened in October 1914 and has traded continuously for 110 years.
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Following a decline in cinema attendances in the 1970's, the venue was saved from closure in 1976.

Leiston Book Festival returns to Leiston Film Theatre on Saturday 19th September. Once again, the theme will be our evol...
10/09/2026

Leiston Book Festival returns to Leiston Film Theatre on Saturday 19th September. Once again, the theme will be our evolving East Anglian landscape and environment. Authors speaking this year include Jacky Collis Harvey, Matt Gaw, Louis de Bernieres, Tim Dee, Robert Ashton, Deborah Tomkins and Graham Usher. Don’t miss what promises to be a thought provoking, informative and we hope, an inspirational day. To see the full programme, and to book your tickets, visit: leistonbookfestival.co.uk

NOW BOOKING - Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser star in PRESSURE. The fate of the free world hangs in the balance as Gen. ...
07/09/2026

NOW BOOKING - Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser star in PRESSURE. The fate of the free world hangs in the balance as Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Capt. James Stagg face an impossible choice -- launch the D-Day invasion or risk losing World War II altogether. Showing at Leiston Film Theatre from Sunday 27th September and NOW BOOKING at: www.abcradio.co.uk

ON STAGE IN OCTOBER - Calling all dancing queens and super troupers! Get ready to relive the golden days of pop, when AB...
07/09/2026

ON STAGE IN OCTOBER - Calling all dancing queens and super troupers! Get ready to relive the golden days of pop, when ABBA Sensation bring their awesome show to the Leiston Film Theatre on Saturday 3rd October. Don’t miss this ultimate tribute show, packed full of ABBA’s greatest hits, in this fabulous feel-good night out. Tickets are limited, so grab your money, money, money and book your seats today at: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

Outspoken, bitter and frustrated, Barry Blue is the camp host at Archers Holiday Camp, but often finds himself clashing ...
07/09/2026

Outspoken, bitter and frustrated, Barry Blue is the camp host at Archers Holiday Camp, but often finds himself clashing with the other camp mates and certainly doesn’t approve of Mr. Archer’s latest idea to keep the campers coming! Don't miss Mourning Campers (16+) - A brand new comedy-drama from Team B Productions, appearing LIVE at Leiston Film Theatre on Friday 25th (7.30pm), Saturday 26th (7.30pm) and Sunday 27th (3.00pm) September. BOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY on 01728 830549 and at: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

FINAL SCREENING - Sunny Dancer (15). As if conquering cancer wasn't hard enough, 17-year-old Ivy's parents sign her up t...
06/09/2026

FINAL SCREENING - Sunny Dancer (15). As if conquering cancer wasn't hard enough, 17-year-old Ivy's parents sign her up to spend her summer at what she calls "chemo camp", where she manages to find unexpected friends in a group of misfits and has a summer she'll never forget. Showing at Leiston Film Theatre on Sunday 20th September at 4.00pm. For tickets, visit: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

ON SCREEN IN NOVEMBER - Giant - The Play (15). The 5-star critically acclaimed play starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl,...
06/09/2026

ON SCREEN IN NOVEMBER - Giant - The Play (15). The 5-star critically acclaimed play starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl, comes to the big screen. It’s the summer of 1983, The Witches is about to hit the shelves and Roald Dahl is making last-minute edits. But the outcry at his recent, explicitly antisemitic article won’t die down. Dahl is forced to choose: make a public apology or risk his name and reputation. Inspired by real events, GIANT explores the complicated portrait of a fiendishly charismatic icon. Screenings at Leiston Film Theatre on Thursday 19th Novermber at 7.00pm and Sunday 22nd November at 3.00pm. NOW BOOKING on 01728 830549 and at: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

MISSED IT? DON'T PANIC! The Odyssey (15) returns to our screen on Monday 7th September. Following the brutal fall of Tr...
06/09/2026

MISSED IT? DON'T PANIC! The Odyssey (15) returns to our screen on Monday 7th September. Following the brutal fall of Troy, the Greek king Odysseus embarks on a perilous, decade-long sea voyage to return to his homeland of Ithaca. As he battles mythical monsters and divine wrath, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must fend off aggressive suitors vying for his vacant throne. NOW BOOKING at: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

06/09/2026

NOW SHOWING - Holy Days (12A). Accompanied by a young boy, three unconventional nuns embark on a wild and chaotic road trip across New Zealand to retrieve the deeds to their convent. When an unexpected snowstorm derails their journey, they soon find themselves confronting loss, mortality and the transformative power of love, forgiveness and connection. Showing at Leiston Film Theatre until Thursday 10th September. For tickets and times, visit: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

DON'T MISS - Funny Girl - The Musical, starring Sheridan Smith. The bittersweet musical comedy telling the story of the ...
05/09/2026

DON'T MISS - Funny Girl - The Musical, starring Sheridan Smith. The bittersweet musical comedy telling the story of the indomitable F***y Brice and her tempestuous relationship with gambler Nick Arnstein. Featuring an iconic score and musical numbers including ‘People’ and ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade’. A love letter to the theatre, this show has the whole shebang! Screening at Leiston Film Theatre for ONE DAY ONLY on Sunday 13th September and NOW BOOKING at: www.leistonfilmtheatre.co.uk

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74 High Street
Leiston
IP164BZ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 1pm
7pm - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 1pm
7pm - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
7pm - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 1pm
7pm - 9pm
Friday 10am - 1pm
7pm - 9pm
Saturday 7pm - 9pm

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