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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

Film picks

Grab the popcorn and scroll down for details of our picks of the films on the big screen in Sheffield this month, compiled by Joe.

Akira (1988)

Fri. 24 April 2026 — Thu. 7 May 2026

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

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 the animated cyberpunk classic in all its cinematic glory in its new 4K restoration.

Exit 8

Mon. 13 April 2026 — Thu. 7 May 2026

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

A man gets lost in a Tokyo subway station and finds himself trapped in an infinite loop. When he discovers the rules he must follow in order to exit, his life becomes a game of survival. A never-ending nightmare adapted from the horror videogame.

Cronos

Sat. 16 May 2026 — Sun. 17 May 2026

Showroom

The 1992 Cannes prize-winning debut feature from director Guillermo del Toro (Pan's Labyrinth, The Shape of Water) delivers a unique take on the classic vampire story, and offers a taste of the greatness that was to come in later films.

Northern Soul: Still Burning

Fri. 15 May 2026 — Thu. 21 May 2026

Set alight in working class communities in the North and Midlands in the 60s and 70s, an underground scene brought together youth culture and overlooked uptempo American soul. This documentary on the cultural phenomenon features rare archive footage.

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.

Obsession

Fri. 15 May 2026 — Sun. 24 May 2026

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

After breaking the mysterious One Wish Willow, a hopeless romantic wins the heart of his affection. But he soon discovers that some desires come at a sinister price, as Obsession descends into a disturbing story of how desire can become a nightmare.

Kokuho

Sun. 10 May 2026 — Tue. 26 May 2026

A compelling story spanning 50 years of a bond and rivalry between two brothers in the world of Kabuki theatre. Charting friendship, history, hierarchy and tradition – on their quest for perfection, and the majesty and ruthlessness in life and art.

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.

Backrooms

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

A therapist's patient discovers a strange doorway in a furniture showroom basement. When he disappears beyond reality, she ventures into the unknown to find him. A disquieting sci-fi horror from Kane Parsons with Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve.

I Saw the TV Glow

Thu. 23 July 2026

Isolated teen Owen bonds with classmate Maddy over a mysterious late-night TV show. As their connection to the show deepens, they question their own reality and identities in this nostalgia-filled trans-allegory horror from director Jane Schoenbrun.

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.