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London's best Christmas film screenings, 2022

From Kitchen At Holmes's comfy rooftop cinema to The Luna Cinema's return to Kensington Palace, we round up the best Christmas film screenings London 2022 has to offer

Kitchen at Holmes, Secret Rooftop Christmas Cinema (Photo: Anne Kapranos)
Kitchen at Holmes, Secret Rooftop Christmas Cinema (Photo: Anne Kapranos)
Although the sun is hiding now behind the clouds and many are drifting into SAD as we cross into winter, the festive season is something of a relief. 'Tis the season for thick blankets, hot chocolate and Christmas cheer – as well as plenty of booze to warm the heart as the nights grow colder.


And in this most wonderful time, themed cinemas all over London offer cosy, wintry experiences that ignite those end-of-year pleasures. We’ve found the capital city’s best options to craft a cinematic Christmas you’ll never forget.


Kitchen at Holmes, Secret Rooftop Christmas Cinema


There are two major reasons to visit Baker Street in Marylebone: Sherlock Holmes and Gerry Rafferty. But maybe Kitchen at Homes can provide a third motivation with its luxurious neighbourhood restaurant, leading to a secret rooftop terrace where a comfy cinema awaits.


The evening starts with a festive feast melding modern European and Mediterranean influences, including grilled octopus, smoked burrata, and cuttlefish croquettes. Once dinner’s done, head to the terrace – abundant with fur throws and Christmas trees – where a seasonal classic is projected above the rooftops of Marylebone. The Holiday, Love Actually and It’s A Wonderful Life are all on offer, as well as whiskey cocktails specially curated by the bar manager.


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Where: 108 Baker Street, London W1U 6LJ
When: Thursday 17 November – Friday 16 December


Christmas at the Prince Charles Cinema



The Prince Charles Cinema never disappoints when it comes to screenings that are themed, interactive, or just a bit different. They make sure you have an unforgettable experience: previously hosting the actual Santa Claus for Elf, singalongs of The Muppet Christmas Carol, and reruns of Die Hard and It's a Wonderful Life.


This year, the PCC is holding a brilliant double-feature of Home Alone and Home Alone 2. There's also a couple of all-night Christmas Pyjama Parties, in which you watch a lovely slew of Christmas movies in your best jammies. There's even an Alternative Christmas season for the Grinches out there, showing films like Eyes Wide Shut, Tim Burton's Batman, and To Live and Die in LA.


The central location in Leicester Square boasts a cosy and familiar atmosphere, and its audiences are the most vocal cinema lovers in the big smoke.


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Where: 7 Leicester Place, London WC2H 7BY
When: Thursday 1 December – Wednesday 21 December


The Rivoli Ballroom Christmas Pop-Up Cinema



Did you know that the Rivoli Ballroom is one of the only 1950s ballrooms remaining in London? With its regal red and glittering gold decor, barrel-vaulted auditorium and sprung maple dance-floor, the venue sets the perfect scene for a few festive film screenings this Christmas.


Four classics are on offer: Home Alone, Die Hard, Elf, and Love Actually. And to make things better, the bar and food stall are open, serving sweet and savoury cinema favourites like chocolate, hot dogs, popcorn and ice cream.


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Where: 350 Brockley Road, Crofton Park, London SE4 2BY
When: Thursday 22 December and Friday 23 December


Love Actually: film with live orchestra, Eventim Apollo



Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without Love Actually, so why not celebrate with a classier viewing of the festive rom-com? In December, the Richard Curtis classic will be accompanied, once again, by a live orchestra within the epic setting of the Eventim Apollo.


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Where: 45 Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, London W6 9QH
When: Saturday 10 December


Festive Film & Fizz with Curzon, One Aldwych


Film & Fizz graces One Aldwych all year round, but come November and December the luxurious experience – complete with a three-course dinner and sparkling Henners wine – is given a festive twist. From the feel-good factor of The Holiday and Love Actually to the timeless magic of Elf and It's a Wonderful Life, there's sure to be something to add a bit of sparkle to your happy holidays this year.


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Where: 1 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BZ
When: Sunday 20 November – Thursday 29 December


Backyard Cinema



The titans of immersive cinema have provided another magical, wintry experience. Unfurling in a brand-new location in Wandsworth, you board a 1920s steam train to (where else?) the top of the world. A space filled with twinkling stars greets you on arrival, guiding you to the Northern Lights where a cinema waits to project Elf, The Holiday, Love Actually, Miracle on 34th Street, and It’s A Wonderful Life.


Bolstering the experience, there's also a cabaret bar housed in a circus tent. As well as live music and performances, the food court provides Backyard Pizzas, mulled wine, and alcoholic hot chocolates supplied by Hotel Chocolat.


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Where: 2-4 Armoury Way, Wandsworth Town, London SW18 1SH
When: Friday 11 November – Thursday 5 January


The Luna Winter Cinema


The brilliant minds over at The Luna Winter Cinema return to the fairytale setting of Kensington Palace. Luna turns the location into an architecturally astounding wonderland within the palace’s formal gardens: abundant with giant Christmas trees sprinkled with snow.


Relax with a warm cup of cocoa or a pleasing mug of mulled wine in front of Elf or Harry Potter or It’s a Wonderful Life. And how about some festive food, cookie dough pots, brownie stacks and mince pies to go with the experience? As always, Luna delivers.


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Where: Kensington Palace Pavilion, London W2 4RS
When: Saturday 10 December – Friday 23 December

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