Showcase Cinemas
Showcase Cinemas operates cinemas across the UK, and its website is where you check film times and book seats before a visit. Tickets arrive instantly as e-tickets by email, so there is nothing to collect at the box office. Some venues are Cinema de Lux sites with recliner seating, while XPlus screens pair a very large picture with Dolby Atmos sound.
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- Student discountShowcase Cinemas offers student tickets for £5.99 every Sunday after 7pm. Students need to present a valid student ID when booking or at the venue.
- NHS discountNHS staff can access discounts through the Blue Light Card via Service Seats. Additionally, Boundless offers cinema discounts for working and retired NHS employees through The Cinema Society.
- Military discountShowcase Cinemas offers a military discount to British Armed Forces personnel upon presentation of a valid British Forces Card. Discounts are also available through the Blue Light Card and Boundless via The Cinema Society.
- Join Showcase InsiderFree to join - no subscription required Earn 10% back on all ticket, snack, and drink purchases Rewards valid for 9 months Exclusive member offers and promotions Digital card for Apple/Google Wallet No minimum spend to redeem
- Click & CollectSkip delivery fees by collecting in store.
- Gift cardsAvailable if you're buying for someone else.
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About Showcase Cinemas
Picking your screen
Programmes mix big studio releases with independent films and special event screenings. XPlus is the premium large-format option, with a huge screen and Dolby Atmos audio, and RealD 3D is used for 3D titles. Cinema de Lux venues go further, with leather recliners and extra services. At the counter you can pick up popcorn, nachos, hot dogs, sweets and soft drinks.
Booking and paying
Seats can be booked on showcasecinemas.co.uk, through the Showcase app or at the box office. Visa, Mastercard and American Express are accepted, along with PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Showcase gift cards can be bought for film fans and used as payment. If plans change, refund requests go to your local cinema or through the contact form online.
Schemes that cut the cost
Showcase Insider is free for anyone aged 15 or over. Members earn 10% back on tickets, snacks and drinks to spend on later visits. On Sunday evenings after 7pm, students pay £5.99 if they show a student ID. NHS staff can use Blue Light Card and Boundless, and Armed Forces personnel qualify with a British Forces Card.
Sustainability at Showcase Cinemas
Showcase Cinemas is committed to environmental responsibility through energy-efficient operations and waste reduction initiatives across its venues.
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Showcase Cinemas quick facts
| Delivery | E-tickets delivered instantly via email |
|---|---|
| Returns | Contact your local cinema or use the online contact form for refund requests |
| Click & Collect | Yes |
| Payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Gift Cards |
| Gift cards | Yes |
| Loyalty scheme | Showcase Insider |
| Founded | 1936 |
| Headquarters | Leicester, UK |
| Parent company | Paramount Skydance (Harbor Lights Entertainment UK) |
| Stores | 21 |
Showcase Cinemas contact
- Website
- showcasecinemas.co.uk
- Phone
- 0800 897055
- Hours
- Contact via website form
Showcase Cinemas FAQs
How do Showcase tickets reach me?
Bookings are emailed as e-tickets straight after payment. There is no need to queue at the box office to pick them up.
Can I get a refund on a Showcase booking?
Refund requests are handled by your local Showcase cinema. You can contact the venue directly or send the request through the online contact form.
Is there a student price at Showcase?
Yes. Students can see a film for £5.99 on Sundays after 7pm, with a valid student ID shown when booking or at the venue.
Who can join Showcase Insider?
The scheme is free for anyone aged 15 and over. Members collect 10% of what they spend on tickets, food and drink as rewards for future visits.
Which payment methods does Showcase take?
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay are all accepted, and Showcase gift cards can be used too.
