Cinema | National Science and Media Museum, Bradford

We're home to three cinemas, including Bradford’s IMAX—the largest screen in the region. From 3D blockbusters to the finest arthouse cinema, there’s something for every film-lover at the National Science and Media Museum.

This week's film highlights

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IMAX: Dunkirk (12A)

Experience it in IMAX

See Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated war epic as it was meant to be seen. Experience Dunkirk in spectacular IMAX on the biggest screen in the region.

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The Beguiled (15)

Now showing

Featuring an all-star cast, Sofia Coppola's Southern Gothic drama earned her the Best Director award at Cannes.

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David Lynch: The Art Life (15)

Now showing

A revealing documentary about Lynch's formative years, from his small-town upbringing to his groundbreaking debut with Eraserhead.

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The Midwife (12A)

Now showing

A midwife and her father's former mistress become unlikely friends in this sharp French character study.

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Our cinemas

We are the destination for film in Yorkshire, home to three fantastic cinemas and a world-class sound and vision collection—all in the heart of Bradford, UNESCO City of Film.

Indulge in the ultimate immersive cinema experience in our landmark IMAX theatre—the biggest screen in the region. Relax in Pictureville Cinema, which boasts a deeply curved screen and is one of only three public venues in the world that can still show Cinerama. Or enjoy the intimate ambience of the 106-seat Cubby Broccoli Cinema.

In partnership with Picturehouse Cinemas, we play host to the Widescreen Weekend festival, show the best of independent cinema from around the world, and broadcast extraordinary live performances from some of the world’s best theatres.