David Lean Cinema

David Lean Cinema The David Lean Cinema, Croydon Clocktower This is a non-political campaign for all who want to see the David Lean Cinema open.

From March 1995 to April 2011, it offered the best of British and World cinema, as well as classic re-releases and recent favourites. It was closed as part of major arts-related cuts by Croydon Council. From December 2011 to January 2014, the Campaign screened around 70 films in the Spread Eagle and other Croydon venues, which enabled us to build up our support base and mailing list. Eventually, w

e were invited by the Council to start presenting films in the David Lean Cinema. We began on 27 March 2014 and we now present around 12 films a month, staffed by our volunteer team of over 70. Early in 2015, we became a Community Interest Company. Our long-term goal remains to see the David Lean operating as fully-functioning cinema with screenings on at least six days a week.

Our next 35mm presentation was nominated for five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor. Saturday...
04/09/2026

Our next 35mm presentation was nominated for five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor.

Saturday 5 September at 2.00pm
THE DRESSER (PG) 1983 UK 118 mins
Director: Peter Yates ● Stars: Albert Finney, Tom Courtenay, Edward Fox

Ronald Harwood adapted his own acclaimed play, based on his experiences as a dresser for actor-manager Sir Donald Wolfit, portrayed as ‘Sir’. Sir is leading a theatre group performing Shakespeare in the provinces during the war, but his mental capacities are beginning to fade, and Norman, his dresser, must nurse him into another performance of King Lear. Courtenay recreates his theatre performance as the sensitive Norman and Finney delivers a barn-storming Sir. A film rich in comedy, compassion and love for theatre.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173690900/events/428874738

Discover why OBSESSION has become the highest-grossing film in Focus Features' history, surpassing 'Downton Abbey'!Tues ...
31/08/2026

Discover why OBSESSION has become the highest-grossing film in Focus Features' history, surpassing 'Downton Abbey'!

Tues 1 Sept at 2.30 & 7.00pm* *with hearing loss subtitles.
OBSESSION (18) 2026 USA 108 mins
Director: Curry Barker ● Stars: Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson

Music store employee Bear is unable to communicate how he really feels to co-worker Nikki. When visiting a local crystal shop to purchase a gift for her, he opts for a 'One Wish Willow' instead. He uses the mysterious curio to wish for Nikki's love, but as it takes effect, Nikki's behavior becomes increasingly unhinged, causing Bear to deeply regret his actions. "The year’s most terrifying horror film so far" (★★★★ New Musical Express).
Plus THE LOOP (14 mins), by Croydon College student Zakariyah Walker.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173690898/events/428874734

Our next DEMENTIA FRIENDLY screening: Tuesday 1 September at 11.00AN AMERICAN IN PARIS (U) 1951 USA 113 minsDirector: Vi...
31/08/2026

Our next DEMENTIA FRIENDLY screening:

Tuesday 1 September at 11.00
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS (U) 1951 USA 113 mins
Director: Vincente Minnelli ● Stars: Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Oscar Levant

This multi-Oscar winning musical stars Kelly as Jerry, a WWII veteran struggling to succeed as an artist, who falls for Lise (Caron), without realising she is the girlfriend of his best friend, French singer Henri. Among other delights is a sequence where Oscar Levant dreams of playing Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F – and becomes the conductor, the musicians and even a member of the audience!
Tickets only £6 and arrive early for free hot drinks and biscuits!

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173690897/events/428874733
Memory Box Dementia Cafe West Wickham Age UK Croydon Dementia Friends Croydon Mencap

Last chance to see this “sharp, engaging thriller with a novel premise” (Roger Ebert. Com).Saturday 29 August at 2.00pmT...
27/08/2026

Last chance to see this “sharp, engaging thriller with a novel premise” (Roger Ebert. Com).

Saturday 29 August at 2.00pm
TUNER (15) 2025 Canada/USA 109 mins
Director: Daniel Roher ● Stars: Leo Woodall, Havana Rose Liu, Dustin Hoffman

Niki, a young piano tuner and apprentice to octogenarian Harry, suffers from an extreme auditory sensitivity. This aids his work but when Harry falls ill, it accidentally presents Niki with a way to pay mounting medical bills as he cracks safes for Uri and his suspect security firm. Stylishly shot with snappy editing and a cracking score, this debut feature cleverly combines taut suspense and relationship drama in present day New York.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173681151/events/428874290

Tomorrow's 5.30pm screening has almost sold out, but tickets are available for the following: Thurs 27 Aug at 2.30pm & 7...
25/08/2026

Tomorrow's 5.30pm screening has almost sold out, but tickets are available for the following:

Thurs 27 Aug at 2.30pm & 7.00pm* and Sat 26 Sept at 2.00pm
THE ODYSSEY (15) 2026 172 mins UK/USA
Director: Christopher Nolan ● Stars: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway
*Subtitled for those with hearing loss.

The Trojan War is won, but for Odysseus, King of Ithaca, the greatest battle lies ahead. Tormented by vengeful gods and hunted by fearsome monsters, he must brave an unforgiving sea to reclaim his homeland and reunite with his beloved wife Penelope. “Among Christopher Nolan’s finest films, marrying the big screen blockbuster with burning questions about the human condition” (Cinema Elite).

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173687754/events/428859686

"An absolutely brilliant feature debut" (Mark Kermode)..Tuesday 25 August at 2.30pm & 7.30pmISH (15) 2025 UK 89 minsDire...
23/08/2026

"An absolutely brilliant feature debut" (Mark Kermode)..

Tuesday 25 August at 2.30pm & 7.30pm
ISH (15) 2025 UK 89 mins
Director: Imran Perretta ● Starring: Farhan Hasnat, Yahya Kitana, Sudha Bhuchar

Set in Luton, this black and white coming-of-age drama follows 12-year-old best friends Ish and Maram (non-professional actors and childhood friends Hasnat and Kitana) as they try to make the most of their summer. After a traumatic police stop-and-search incident, cracks begin to appear in their friendship, forcing the boys to confront the realities of growing up in a world that views them with suspicion. A contemporary portrait of British childhood, exploring masculinity and friendship with compassion and insight.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173687750/events/428859679

LAST CHANCE to see “A delightful whodunnit that feels like a warm hug” (The Telegraph, India). Saturday 22 August at 2.0...
21/08/2026

LAST CHANCE to see “A delightful whodunnit that feels like a warm hug” (The Telegraph, India).

Saturday 22 August at 2.00pm
THE SHEEP DETECTIVES (PG) 2025 UK/USA 109 mins
Director: Kyle Balda ● Stars: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Emma Thompson

George Hardy is a shepherd living in a quiet English rural community, keeping himself to himself, and reading crime books to his flock every evening. Little does he know that they understand every word, and when he is discovered dead, the sheep suspect foul play and start to investigate under the noses of the incompetent local police.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173681146/events/428871001

"Another delightful adventure that mines fresh emotional terrain while producing plenty of hearty laughs" (Screen Daily)...
19/08/2026

"Another delightful adventure that mines fresh emotional terrain while producing plenty of hearty laughs" (Screen Daily).

Thurs 20 August at 11.00am*, 2.30pm** & 7.00pm
TOY STORY 5 (PG) 2026 USA 102 mins
Director: Andrew Stanton ● Stars: Tim Allen, Tom Hanks, Joan Cusack
*In partnership with Croydon Family Hubs (tickets £6).
**With hearing loss subtitles.

This time it’s toy meets tech. With Woody now helping lost toys alongside Bo Peep, Jessie has taken charge of Bonnie's room. But when Bonnie becomes captivated by Lilypad, a new tablet-like toy voiced, the gang find themselves reunited and fighting for playtime in an increasingly screen-focused world.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173687746/events/428859675

Our charming August BABES IN ARMS film will provide a relaxed, blissful interlude! Tickets only £6 and free hot drinks a...
13/08/2026

Our charming August BABES IN ARMS film will provide a relaxed, blissful interlude! Tickets only £6 and free hot drinks and biscuits.

Tuesday 28 July at 2.30 & 7.30pm* *hearing loss subtitles
FINDING EMILY (12A) 2026 UK/USA 111 mins
Director: Alicia MacDonald ● Stars: Angourie Rice, Spike Fearn, Yali Topol Margalith

Owen is a young Manchester student musician. On a night out he meets Emily — the girl of his dreams — only to discover the next morning that the phone number she gave him is missing a digit. So, with the help of another Emily (a psychology student with her own motive for joining the hunt), he begins a quest to find his elusive love. ★★★★ “Attractive leads, a funny and eccentric ensemble cast, uncynical sweetness and a fab soundtrack – all you’d want from a romantic comedy” (Daily Mail).

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173687743/events/428859668

★★★★ “Ridiculously entertaining” (Little White Lies).Thursday 13 August at 2.30 & 7.30pmTHE LAST VIKING (15) 2025 Denmar...
12/08/2026

★★★★ “Ridiculously entertaining” (Little White Lies).

Thursday 13 August at 2.30 & 7.30pm
THE LAST VIKING (15) 2025 Denmark/Sweden 116 mins – subtitled

Bank robber Anker entrusts the loot from his latest robbery with his brother Manfred just before he is captured. On his release from prison, he seeks out his brother, but Manfred now believes himself to be John Lennon, and he cannot remember where the money is buried... A hilarious black comedy directed by Anders Thomas Jensen, full of misadventures and fun slapstick sequences.

Booking & trailer: https://davidleancinema.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173687740/events/428859664

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