Neo-Tokyo, 2019. In the aftermath of World War III, two high school drop outs stumble upon a secret government plot to develop new weapons – telekinetic humans. Catch this groundbreaking animated cyberpunk classic in all its cinematic glory.
What's On
Our Sheffield culture calendar. Filled with picks of the city’s arts, culture and heritage events, both in-person and virtual. Plus reviews and festival guides.
National Theatre Live: All My Sons
Thu. 16 April 2026 — Thu. 30 April 2026
Showroom
Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play. Coming to the cinema screen from the West End.
How to Blow Up a Pipeline
Thu. 30 April 2026
Broomhall Centre, Broomspring Lane, S10 2FD
Join Sheffield Transformed for a film about activists driven by a variety of motivations to destroy fossil fuel infrastructure in West Texas. With a pre-film talk from local activist Alice Swift on efforts to resist fossil fuel extraction projects.
Paris Mon Amour
Fri. 3 April 2026 — Thu. 30 April 2026
Showroom
With the welcome 25th anniversary re-release of Amélie, the Showroom is celebrating the cinematic history of Paris with a short season of film set in the French capital.
Culture Shock: Festival of Fantastic Film
Fri. 1 May 2026 — Sun. 3 May 2026
Showroom
A weekend-long celebration of weird, wild world cinema. Bringing together premieres and rare screenings of under-seen gems across sci-fi, fantasy, horror, action and more. From the organisers of Celluloid Screams.
E.D.E.N. Film Club
Multiple dates
A monthly online space for LGBTQIA+ filmmakers to form connections, support each other, collaborate and learn. Open to all filmmakers – from no experience to professionals. Run by Frit Tam and Claire Watkinson, hosted by E.D.E.N Film Productions.
The Working Class Film Festival
Fri. 8 May 2026 — Sun. 10 May 2026
Showroom
The Showroom's inaugural festival dedicate to films of all types from producers, directors and writers that hail from a working class background.
Plantation
Fri. 20 February 2026 — Sun. 17 May 2026
Site Gallery
"A necessary reminder of just how much Britain depends on love and labour from immigrants, and a warning of the dangers of exploitation and extraction – everywhere." Read more in our review of Rehana Zaman's exhibition, by Wemmy Ogunyankin.
Folk Who Roam premiere ft. Sāwol
Sun. 17 May 2026
Portland Works
The premiere of a short film exploring ongoing land access campaigns and the relationship between folk music, instrument making and England’s countryside. With a performance from folk five-piece Sāwol.
Exploring Cocteau's The Human Voice
Mon. 18 May 2026
Showroom
Ahead of the performance on Tuesday evening, a panel of music and film experts explore the Jean Cocteau masterpiece that gave rise to Poulenc’s adaptation, La Voix Humaine.
The Haunted Moustache
Thu. 21 May 2026
Drama Studio
The 84% true story of an epic quest to unlock the mystery of an occult heirloom. A screening of a performance of a mysterious, hilarious story by a master storyteller David Bramwell, with Q&A.
Come Beautify the Night with Otis Mensah
Fri. 22 May 2026
Millennium Gallery
Enjoy a special evening of live music and poetry curated by Otis Mensah, featuring a screening of Otis Mensah and Jamal Sterrett’s film Come Beautify the Night and an exclusive in-person conversation with the artists.
Eraserhead (1977) - 16mm film screening
Sat. 23 May 2026
CADS, Arley Street, Sheffield, S2 4QP
Reel Steel present David Lynch's Eraserhead (1977), in 16mm.
Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo
Tue. 19 May 2026 — Sun. 31 May 2026
Showroom
A journey through the life of a true icon. Discover her art, and uncover the story of her rebellious, passionate life. With new material from the curators of the groundbreaking Tate Modern exhibition Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon.
Wajda at 100
Sun. 3 May 2026 — Sun. 31 May 2026
Showroom
An all-encompassing retrospective to celebrate the legendary auteur film director Andrzej Wajda, 100 years after his birth.
What The Film
Thu. 23 April 2026 — Thu. 4 June 2026
Showroom
Welcome to WTF, Showroom's new monthly screening strand celebrating the films that make you say "What The F...ilm"!?
Sheffield DocFest
Wed. 10 June 2026 — Mon. 15 June 2026
Showroom
The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2026 festival.
Children's Media Conference
Tue. 7 July 2026 — Thu. 9 July 2026
Showroom
The UK’s premier event for everyone in kids TV, media and entertainment. With a free exhibition, Playground, bringing together interactive digital art and maker activities for children to play with.
Star Man: David Bowie on Screen
Fri. 9 January 2026 — Thu. 30 July 2026
Showroom
Remembering the legendary David Bowie 10 years on from his unexpected death, Showroom presents a season showcasing his diverse on-screen career, from Goblin King to suave advertising exec.
Spirit of Independence Film Festival
Fri. 25 September 2026 — Sun. 27 September 2026
The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF
A celebration of fiercely independent filmmaking, showcasing raw, bold and passionate films from around the world.
Festival of the Mind
A biennial festival of new ideas. Bringing together the city's creative community and its academic minds through exhibitions, talks, screenings, performances and more. Stay tuned for dates and details for the next Festival of the Mind in autumn 2026.
Sensoria
Thu. 22 October 2026 — Sun. 25 October 2026
Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity. Come back soon for details of the Sensoria 2026 lineup.
Celluloid Screams
Showroom
Sheffield’s horror film festival returns every October – getting you spooked just in time for Halloween. Come back closer to the time for details of Celluloid Screams 2026.