Picture House Cinema

Film screenings for people on the autism spectrum or with other additional needs and their families, friends and carers. Adults without disabilities are only allowed in if they are accompanying a child or a person on the autism spectrum/with additional needs.

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.

All relaxed screenings can be found at picturehouses.com/relaxed. If you need help navigating these listings, email us at enquiries@picturehouses.co.uk or call our Accessibility line at 0207 294 7908.

Location: Hackney Picture House, 270 Mare Street, London E8 1HE

Contact: 0871 902 5734

Accessibility: All screens have dedicated wheelchair spaces, please see website for full details. They do not have parking facilities.The nearest free parking is located within a 3 minutes walk by Tesco and that is free for 2 hours only. Alternatively parking is permitted behind the cinema on Valette Street but it is not free, local charges apply.