Kew the Movies 2012

Find out about the films we screened in our huge open-air cinema, in partnership with Luna, the UK’s most exciting pop up cinema.

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Movies showing at Kew Gardens

The Artist (2011, cert PG, 100 mins)

The heart-swelling, joyful silent movie and the biggest award-winning film of 2011.

The Artist, the most celebrated film of 2012 and winner of 5 Academy Awards, is the story of the last days of the silent movie in Hollywood. Set against a backdrop of the golden era of Hollywood, this truly uplifting tale boasts a touching love story, heart wrenching tragedy and the most talented dog you will ever see on film! The Artist will go down as a modern classic and is the perfect film to watch on a big screen under the stars!

Date: Thursday 6 September, 7.30pm
Gates open: 6.30pm
Ticket prices: Adults £16 / Children 6yrs -16yrs £12
Picnic hampers: For a hassle free picnic, order yourself a Kew the Movies picnic hamper

Breakfast At Tiffany's (1961, cert PG, 115 mins)

1961 romantic comedy starring Audrey Hepburn in her most memorable and identifiable role as Holly Golightly.

Breakfast At Tiffany's must be one of the best loved films of all time! The image of Audrey Hepburn looking stunning in her little black dress symbolises classic films to generations. At the grand old age of 50, this film hasn't lost any of its charm and this is a rare opportunity to see it back on the big screen.

Date and time: Friday 7 September, 7.30pm
Gates open: 6.30pm
Ticket prices: Adults £16 / Children 6yrs -16yrs £12
Picnic hampers For a hassle free picnic, order yourself a Kew the Movies picnic hamper

Grease (1978, cert PG, 110 mins)

Simply the greatest musical movie of all time!

Calling all T-birds and Pink Ladies, Grease is coming to Kew! Voted the greatest musical film of all time, Grease catapulted John Travolta and Olivia Newton John to worldwide fame. With classic songs such as Summer Loving, Greased Lightning and You're The One That I Want, it's a perfect film for open air cinema.

Date and time: Saturday 8 September, 7.30pm
Gates open: 6.30pm
Ticket prices: Adults £16 / Children 6yrs-16yrs £12
Picnic hampers For a hassle free picnic, order yourself a Kew the Movies picnic hamper

Movies showing at Wakehurst

The King's Speech (2010, cert 12A, 118 mins)

Colin Firth gives his masterful performance as the stuttering monarch in this multi award-winning richly enjoyable drama.

The King's Speech, the story of George VI and his impromptu ascension to the throne and the speech therapist who helped him become worthy of it. Containing sublime performances from Colin Firth, Helena Bonham Carter and Geoffrey Rush, The Kings Speech leaves you with a warm glow and a real burst of patriotic pride!

Date and time: Friday 14 September, 7.45pm
Gates open: 6.30pm
Ticket prices: Adults £12 / Children 6yrs -16yrs £8
Picnic hampers: For a hassle free picnic, order yourself a Kew the Movies picnic hamper
Wakehurst Cinema Supper Club: Fine dining in the Mansion and a reserved seat for the screening

Mamma Mia! (2008, cert PG, 108 mins)

An all-star cast in this feel-good film that will have you singing and dancing.

Mamma Mia! needs no introduction - the combination of Abba's greatest hits, the idyllic setting of the Greek islands and an all-star cast including Meryl Streep and Colin Firth, make for a modern classic! Mamma Mia! is the ultimate feel good film and even gets away with Pierce Brosnan's singing!

Date and time: Saturday 15 September, 7.30pm
Gates open: 6.30pm
Ticket prices: Adults £12 / Children 6-16 £8
Picnic hampers: For a hassle free picnic, order yourself a Kew the Movies picnic hamper
Wakehurst Cinema Supper Club: Fine dining in the Mansion and a reserved seat for the screening