PORTSMOUTH FILM SOCIETY SUNSET OUTDOOR CINEMA
Portsmouth Film Society is pleased to present the Sunset Outdoor Cinema Programme for Summer 2025, offering a series of open-air screenings at iconic locations around Southsea and Portsmouth. This year’s programme is curated to appeal to families and film enthusiasts, featuring sing-alongs, animated film, blockbusters, and classic cinema experiences in stunning outdoor settings.
Films
FINAL THREE SUNSET OUTDOOR CINEMA EVENTS – DON’T MISS OUT! 
Portsmouth Cricket Club – PO4 9RF
Join us under the stars at Portsmouth Cricket Club (PO4 9RF) for our final FREE outdoor screenings of the summer! 
Presented by Portsmouth Film Society, these magical movie nights promise fun, music, and unforgettable memories for all ages. Bring your blankets, picnic baskets, and singing voices!
THE BIG LEBOWSKI 1998 (18)
Friday 25th July 9:00 PM at Staggeringly Good Brewery – PO48SS
COMEDY, CRIME – Jeff Lebowski gets mistaken for a millionaire with the same name and seeks restoration for his ruined rug. 1HR 57MIN.
COCAINE BEAR 2023 (15)
Friday 8th Aug 9:00 PM at Staggeringly Good Brewery – PO48SS
THRILLER, COMEDY – A black bear consumes cocaine and embarks on a rampage through a Georgia forest. 1HR 35MIN.
FRIDAY 29TH AUGUST – 8:00 PM
THE GREATEST SHOWMAN (2017, PG) – Sing-Along Edition
Step right up for the spectacular story of P.T. Barnum and his dazzling circus of dreams. Sing along to your favourite songs in this uplifting, feel-good musical that’s perfect for the whole family!
FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER – 8:00 PM
DIRTY DANCING (1987, 12A)
Nobody puts Baby in a corner! Dance your heart out with this classic romance filled with unforgettable moves, iconic lines, and one of the best soundtracks of all time.
FRIDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER – 8:00 PM
MAMMA MIA! (2008, PG) – Sing-Along Edition
Celebrate summer with ABBA’s greatest hits in this sun-soaked, heartwarming musical. Grab your friends and get ready to sing your way through this crowd-pleasing favourite!
FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER – 7:00 PM
The Lost Boys (1987, 18)Sleep all day. Party all night. Never grow old. Never die. This Halloween cult classic is back on the big screen — packed with 80s style, killer tunes, and a gang of vampires you’ll never forget.
🎬 Lost Boys – Now Showing at Southsea Cinema! 🎬
Join us for this special screening – we can’t wait to see you there! 🍿✨
Event Features:
· Live Entertainment & Themed Activities: Pre-show entertainment, themed photo opportunities, and interactive experiences.
· Eco-Friendly Initiatives: Encouraging sustainability through reusable cups, waste management, and eco-conscious seating arrangements.
· Community Engagement: Special tickets for family.
Technical Setup:
· High-quality Outdoor Projection, @Airscreen & Sound System to ensure an immersive viewing experience.
· Bring your own chairs and blanket.
· Bookings cannot be changed within the 48hrs before the screening starts.For Sunset Outdoor screenings, in case of poor weather, the event will be rescheduled for the same location later on or if it cancelled we will refund you. Bookings cannot be changed within 48hrs of the screening starts.
· Weather Plans – final decisions for screening 3 days before the event.
Sponsorship Opportunities: Please email us for this: info@portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk
The Sunset Outdoor Cinema Programme aims to create unforgettable summer evenings filled with film, music, and community spirit. We look forward to bringing people together to celebrate cinema under the stars in some of Portsmouth’s most scenic locations.
We welcome feedback and collaboration opportunities to make this a landmark event for Summer 2025!
CONATACT INFO
Websites:
Facebook – @pompeyfilms @Southseacinema
Instagram: @portsmouthfilms @southseacinema
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