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A Garden Cinema Christmas

Sat 13 Dec — Sat 03 Jan 2026

As the Garden Cinema audience has been especially nice this year, we’re stuffing your stockings with celebratory celluloid treats to get you in the festive mood.

We’ve gone through your letters to Santa (aka the Members’ Area) and included some of your suggested classics, old and new, in the cinema’s Christmas programme. We’ll also be screening family favourites, as well as a couple of alternative seasonal films, and we’ll be spreading even more joy in the form our End of Year Quiz, a Kris Kringle Members’ Mingle, a free screening, and carousing aplenty!

Please note, the cinema will be closed on Wednesday 25 December.

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Upcoming Screenings

Miracle on 34th Street (1947) U

Remade numerous times but never bettered, this perennial Christmas classic won three Oscars and was nominated for Best Picture a year… Read More

George Seaton, USA, 1947, 92m.

Sat 13 Dec

Sun 14 Dec

The Lion in Winter 12A

In the 12th Century the obsession of Henry II of England to find a successor, following the the death of the… Read More

Anthony Harvey, UK, 1968, 134m.

Mon 15 Dec

Tue 23 Dec

Members' Film Quiz: Christmas 2025 18

Are you the person in your friend group who everyone asks for festive film recommendations? Do you know your Gremlins from… Read More

Jack Frost, Lapland, 2025, 150m.

Tue 16 Dec

The Shop Around the Corner PG

The Shop Around the Corner was suggested by our member Camille Bakirel because it is 'perfect for Xmas and one of my… Read More

Ernst Lubitsch , USA, 1940, 99m.

Wed 17 Dec

Mon 22 Dec

Meet Me in St. Louis U

The well-off Smith family leads a comfortable, happy existence in St. Louis, a city set to welcome the 1904 World’s Fair.… Read More

Vincente Minnelli, USA, 1944, 113m.

Thu 18 Dec

Sun 28 Dec

The Green Knight 15

An epic fantasy adventure based on the timeless Arthurian legend, The Green Knight tells the story of Sir Gawain (Dev Patel), King… Read More

David Lowery, Canada, Ireland, USA, 2021, 130m.

Fri 19 Dec

Mon 29 Dec

The Muppet Christmas Carol U

Michael Caine joins Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, musical version of the Charles… Read More

Brian Henson, USA, 1992, 86m.

Sat 20 Dec

Sun 21 Dec

Mon 22 Dec

Tue 23 Dec

Wed 24 Dec

The Food Chain Fundraiser: It's a Wonderful Life U

Beautifully crafted and acted, Frank Capra's festive favourite is considered one of the most charming Christmas films of all time. George Bailey… Read More

Frank Capra, USA, 1946, 130m.

Sat 20 Dec

Little Women (2019) U

The screening will be introduced by film critic Laura Venning, who will also be selling copies of her book 'Icons of… Read More

Greta Gerwig, USA, 2019, 135m.

Sat 20 Dec

Kris Kringle Members' Mingle U

To end the year in festive spirit, we're excited to welcome you back for one final Members' Mingle - but make… Read More

180m.

Sun 21 Dec

The Holdovers 15

When the winter break arrives in December 1970, Paul Hunham, a teacher at a prestigious New England boarding school, is forced… Read More

Alexander Payne, USA, 2023, 133m.

Sun 21 Dec

Fri 26 Dec

Happiest Season 12

Meeting your girlfriend's family for the first time can be tough, especially at Christmas. When Abby (Kristen Stewart) learns that Harper… Read More

Clea Duvall, USA, 2020, 101m.

Mon 22 Dec

Sat 27 Dec

Fanny and Alexander 15

Ingmar Bergman’s dreamlike chronicle of an extended family in early 20th-century Sweden. One tumultuous year in the life of the Ekdahl… Read More

Ingmar Bergman, Sweden, 1982, 189m.

Wed 24 Dec

Thu 01 Jan

Little Women- Family Screening U

A stunning ensemble cast brings to life this gorgeous sophomore directorial feature from Greta Gerwig (Lady Bird, Barbie). Drawing on both… Read More

Greta Gerwig, USA, 2019, 135m.

Sat 27 Dec

Sun 28 Dec

Oliver! U

This gem of a musical was nominated for eleven Oscars - winning five and its popularity is undimmed nearly 50 years… Read More

Carol Reed, UK, 1968, 153m.

Tue 30 Dec

Wed 31 Dec

Brazil 15

Brazil is screening as part of our Christmas programme and also in memory of the late playwright and screenwriter Tom Stoppard.… Read More

Terry Gilliam, UK, USA, 1985, 143m.

Wed 31 Dec

Sat 03 Jan

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe PG

Based on the first of the classic series of novels by CS Lewis, this fantasy adventure film follows four siblings: Peter,… Read More

Andrew Adamson, UK, USA, 2005, 137m.

Thu 01 Jan

Fri 02 Jan

Happy Feet U

Into the world of the Emperor Penguins, who find their soul mates through song. A young penguin called Mumble is unable… Read More

George Miller, USA, 2006, 108m.

Sat 03 Jan

Sun 04 Jan

Past Screenings

Tokyo Godfathers 12A

In modern-day Tokyo, three homeless people's lives are changed forever when they discover a baby girl at a garbage dump on… Read More

Satoshi Kon, Japan, 2003, 92m.

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Strange Days 18

Set on the eve of a new millennium, Kathryn Bigelow’s cyberpunk sci-fi imagines a near-future Los Angeles equally marked by the… Read More

Kathryn Bigelow, USA, 1995, 145m.

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The Apartment 12A

A new digital restoration to mark both the centenary of Jack Lemmon’s birth and the 65th anniversary of the film. C.C.… Read More

Billy Wilder, USA, 1960, 125m.

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Wonka PG

Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Roald Dahl’s 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', Wonka tells the wondrous story of… Read More

Paul King, USA, 2023, 120m.

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The Holdovers 15

When the winter break arrives in December 1970, Paul Hunham, a teacher at a prestigious New England boarding school, is forced… Read More

Alexander Payne, USA, 2023, 133m.

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Elf PG

One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa's bag of toys... Raised as an elf, Buddy (Will… Read More

Jon Favreau, Jon Favreau, 2003, 90m.

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The Silent Partner 18

Miles Cullen, an eccentric bank teller played by Elliott Gould, notices something strange about a man dressed as Santa in the… Read More

Daryl Duke, USA, 1978, 102m.

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Tangerine 15

This film was suggested by our member Ryan Gilbey, who will also introduce 'Christmas in bright, discombobulating LA sunshine' on Wednesday… Read More

Sean Baker, USA, 2015, 88m.

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It's a Wonderful Life U

Tickets to our fundraiser screening on 21 December are available here. Beset with personal and professional problems, George Bailey (James Stewart)… Read More

Frank Capra, USA, 1946, 130m.

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The Muppet Christmas Carol U

Michael Caine joins Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, musical version of the Charles… Read More

Brian Henson, USA, 1992, 86m.

This screening has now passed.

The Food Chain Fundraiser: It's a Wonderful Life U

Beautifully crafted and acted, Frank Capra's festive favourite is considered one of the most charming Christmas films of all time. George Bailey… Read More

Frank Capra, USA, 1946, 130m.

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Video Bazaar Presents: Seeds 18

This Christmas, Video Bazaar is proud to present the most terrifying stocking filler imaginable from the depths of 52nd Street, Andy… Read More

Screened in partnership with Video Bazaar

Andy Milligan, USA, 1968, 84m.

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Christmas social, live music + The Apartment PG

Our last members' social of the year may very well be the most wonderful one of all. On Sunday 15 December,… Read More

Billy Wilder, USA, 1960, 125m.

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In Bruges 18

This film was proposed by two cinema members. Joel writes: 'If it’s not too early (for the festive spirit), I’d love… Read More

Martin McDonagh, UK, USA, 2008, 107m.

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Wine & cheese tasting + In Bruges 18

In the lead-up to Christmas, join us on Saturday 14 December for a brand new members' wine tasting, followed by an… Read More

Martin McDonagh, UK, USA, 2008, 240m.

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The Polar Express- 20th Anniversary U

All Aboard! To celebrate it's 20th anniversay, join us for a festive screening of The Polar Express. Late on Christmas Eve,… Read More

Robert Zemeckis, USA, 2004, 100m.

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The Nightmare Before Christmas PG

Henry Selick (Coraline, James and The Giant Peach) delivers a delightful stop-motion vision of Tim Burton’s Halloween-meets-Christmas tale. Enter an extraordinary… Read More

Henry Selick, USA, 1993, 74m.

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Little Women (1994) U

Gillian Armstrong's heartfelt adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic novel about love, family and the female spirit, stars Winona Ryder, Kirsten… Read More

Gillian Armstrong, USA, 1994, 120m.

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Fanny and Alexander 15

Ingmar Bergman’s dreamlike chronicle of an extended family in early 20th-century Sweden. One tumultuous year in the life of the Ekdahl… Read More

Ingmar Bergman, Sweden, 1982, 189m.

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Eyes Wide Shut 18

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman star as a married couple entangled in an intricate web of jealousy and sexual obsession in… Read More

Stanley Kubrick, USA, 1999, 159m.

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Klaus PG

The son of a hardworking Norwegian postmaster, Jesper is too lazy to follow in his father’s footsteps. Nevertheless, he is sent… Read More

Sergio Pablos, USA, Spain, 2019, 97m.

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The Shop Around the Corner PG

The Shop Around the Corner was suggested by our member Camille Bakirel because it is 'perfect for Xmas and one of my… Read More

Ernst Lubitsch , USA, 1940, 99m.

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White Christmas U

Singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to… Read More

Michael Curtiz, USA, 1954, 120m.

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How the Grinch Stole Christmas PG

In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children's tale by Dr. Seuss, the reclusive green Grinch (Jim Carrey) decides to ruin… Read More

Ron Howard, USA, 2000, 110m.

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Carol 15

This film was proposed by our member Jessica Willden who writes: 'Just like Tár, it changed my life. A beautiful film… Read More

Todd Haynes, USA, UK, 2015, 118m.

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Members Christmas Drinks N/A

After the warm response last year, we're very excited to be repeating our Members Christmas Drinks on Christmas Eve. Members are welcome… Read More

210m.

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Video Bazaar: Wake in Fright 18

Video Bazaar is ecstatic to present a special festive screening of the legendary Australian cult film, Wake In Fright on the 20th… Read More

Screened in partnership with Video Bazaar

Ted Kotcheff, Australia, 1971, 109m.

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Members' Film Quiz: Christmas 18

Are you the person in your friend group who everyone asks for fun festive film recommendations? Do you know your Gremlins… Read More

Jack Frost, Lapland, 2023, 150m.

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Arthur Christmas U

How does Santa deliver so many presents in a single night? The answer's revealed in this CG-animated fantasy that gives an… Read More

Sarah Smith, UK, USA, 2011, 97m.

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LAFS Presents: A Sunburnt Christmas 18

Join the London Australian Film Society for a white wine in the sun this Christmas. In the Australian outback, Christmas is… Read More

Christiaan Van Vuuren, Australia, 2020, 91m.

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SUPAKINO PRESENTS: THE MONKEES U

SUPAKINO presents three episodes of cult TV show The Monkees, introduced by Ranjit S. Ruprai. Episode 31: The Monkees at the Movies (1967)… Read More

Various , USA, 1965-1968, 105m.

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Members' Collage Making Workshop U

Led by our very own 'Queen of Collage', Marzia Castelli, this workshop will allow you to unleash your creativity and create… Read More

90m.

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On Moonlight Bay U

Not since Judy met the boy next door in St. Louis has there been a heaping of tuneful, romantic Midwestern American… Read More

Roy Del Ruth, USA, 1951, 95m.

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Members' Wreath Making Workshop U

To get into the festive spirit, we are thrilled to be partnering up with our neighbour Bloomsbury Flowers, who are just… Read More

90m.

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