• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Go to Expat Living Hong Kong
Get our Newsletter

Lifestyle Guide To Moving To & Living in Singapore - Expat Living HomepageLifestyle Guide To Moving To & Living in Singapore - Expat Living

Moving to Singapore and not sure where to start? Expat Living is the essential lifestyle guide to living in Singapore.

Menu
  • Living in Singapore
      • Living here
      • Neighbourhood Guides
      • Schools
      • Property
      • Work And Business
      • Finance
      • For Guys
      • Environment
        • Sasha's Fine Food - SupermarketGrocery stores, groceries online or supermarkets in Singapore
        • ezgif-7-e2b50e1a9cafHoroscopes for July 2022!
        • Ultimate Performance SingaporeBest gyms & fitness studios for getting fit
        • Dairy FlatsWhat’s like living in Dairy Farm Heights?
      • View all
    Close
  • Things To Do
      • Things to do
      • EL Events
      • Calendar
      • Competitions
      • Noticeboard
        • ezgif-7-e2b50e1a9cafHoroscopes for July 2022!
        • puzzle answers for expat livingPuzzle Page answers for July! How did you do?
        • image of Forest adventure grand course for things to do with kids in SingaporeFun Things To Do In Singapore
        • Billie Eilish Happier Than EverWhat’s on this week and beyond
      • View all
    Close
  • Kids
      • Enrichment
      • Kids Things To Do
      • Mums & Babies
      • Schools
      • Tots & Toddlers
      • Tweens & Teens
        • MADDspace performing arts school in Singapore kids singing showcase performanceGot talented children who love the spotlight?
        • image of Forest adventure grand course for things to do with kids in SingaporeFun Things To Do In Singapore
        • Little Artists Arty Party kid's birthday party ideasBest children’s party venues in Singapore
        • Invictus International School singaporeA Change in Curriculum at Invictus
      • View all
    Close
  • Homes
      • Home Decor
      • Readers’ Homes
      • Furniture
        • Table wareFabulous dinnerware, tableware and crockery!
        • B55Fab furniture, home decor & art galleries in one spot!
        • kids beds and children's roomsKids’ furniture that’s quality, fun and cool
        • Danish Design's designer furniture piecesDreamy designer furniture pieces!
      • View all
    Close
  • Travel
      • Asia
      • Australia & New Zealand
      • Rest Of World
      • News
      • Travel Offers
        • India colorful festivalTop travel tips for visiting India
        • CrusieA Singapore cruise with skydiving, a wave machine & fab food!
        • vietnam 1Everything you need to know about Vietnam!
        • Cruise in SingaporeVisit 3 destinations in 5 days on this exciting cruise
      • View all
    Close
  • Wine & Dine
      • Asian Cuisine
      • Western Cuisine
      • Bars & Clubs
      • Groceries & Speciality Services
      • Recipes & Classes
        • Sasha's Fine Food - SupermarketGrocery stores, groceries online or supermarkets in Singapore
        • Le-Bar-SofitelWhere to go for the best high tea in Singapore
        • The StoreLatest bars in Singapore: New drinking spots!
        • weber singapore duxtonBecome a guru at the Grill Academy Weber Singapore
      • View all
    Close
  • Style & Beauty
      • Fashion
      • Hair & Beauty
      • Beauty Offers
        • urban CompanyNail salons in Singapore we’ve tried & tested!
        • hyper PigmentationTypes of pigmentation, removal & treatment
        • eye treatmentsOur guide to popular eye treatments
        • SkincareBest products for a fuss-free skincare routine
      • View all
    Close
  • Health & Fitness
      • Dental
      • Fitness
      • Medical
      • Wellness
        • Ultimate Performance SingaporeBest gyms & fitness studios for getting fit
        • kids dentistTips from orthodontists & kids’ dentists in Singapore
        • Pure Fitness ClassesGet your fitness and yoga trial passes for beginners
        • pilates 40sFitness after forty at FitNut Loft!
      • View all
    Close
  • Shop
    • PRINT MAGAZINE
    • DIGITAL MAGAZINE
    • BOOKS
    • Close

Cinemas in Singapore: where to catch the latest flicks

2nd September 2018 by Lindsay Yap 5 Min Read

https://expatliving.sg/cinemas-singapore-movies-film-golden-village/

Netflix is great, but we all need to get out of the house at some point! And nothing beats a visit to the good old cinema – stepping into a dark theatre and nestling into a plush seat with a fizzy fountain drink and a bucket of buttery popcorn. In Singapore, many neighbourhood malls house a cinema, so you should easily find one near you. If you need a little help, though, here are some suggestions of where to catch the latest blockbusters and independent films in town.

Golden Village

Golden Village has cinemas all across Singapore, from Suntec City to the heartlands in Bishan. Moviegoers can look forward to spacious and comfy seats, and state-of-the-art screens and sounds; the GV Max hall at VivoCity has a Dolby Atmos sound system and one of the largest screens (22.4 metres) in Asia! For a treat, book into Gold Class, which offers classy leather recliner seats as well as food and wine. Tickets from $29.

Golden Village also offers the iGV app, which allows you to buy tickets on the go and keeps you up-to-date with promotions. To make things even easier, the Quick Tix feature (an e-ticket using a QR code) means you can directly enter the theatre instead of lining up for a hardcopy ticket when you arrive.

Where: SingPost Centre (Paya Lebar), Tiong Bahru Plaza, Suntec City, VivoCity, Plaza Singapura, Tampines Mall, Jurong Point, Junction 8 (Bishan), City Square (Farrer Park), Great World City, 112 Katong, Yishun (51 Yishun Central 1), Capitol Theatre

Golden Village Gold Class seats

 

Cathay Cineplexes

Another go-to cinema chain is Cathay Cineplexes, with eight locations across the island. Again, you can expect the latest technology, with Dolby Surround Sound systems and advanced projection screens. Its newest opening is at Parkway Parade, with an Assistive Listening Device system for the hearing and visually-impaired.

Cathay also allows you to catch your movie in style in its Platinum Movie Suites, with posh reclinable leather seats and a personalised butler service. Before the screening, head to the Platinum Movie Lounge for some food and drink. Tickets from $28. 

Where: The Cathay, Cineleisure Orchard, Causeway Point, AMK Hub, Downtown East, West Mall (Bukit Batok), JEM and Parkway Parade.

The Cathay at Dhoby Ghaut

Shaw Theatres

The popular Shaw Theatres has been in Singapore for the longest time of all the cinema chains. It currently operates seven cinemas, boasting the latest technology and comfy seating. Selected locations (Shaw Theatres Lido, JCube and Waterway Point) also offer an IMAX movie experience with even more spectacular visuals and sounds. Seats are sloped steeply to allow unobstructed views of the screen.

Upgrade your movie experience with a screening at Shaw Theatres Premiere, including snacks and even a full meal while you enjoy the film. Tickets start at $20.

Where: Lido (Shaw House), Nex (Serangoon Central), JCube, Shaw Plaza (Balestier), Waterway Point (Punggol), The Seletar Mall and Lot 1 Shoppers’ Mall.

Shaw House

 

WE Cinemas by Eng Wah

Homegrown cinema operator WE Cinemas offers ten spacious halls at its Clementi property (older outlets at West Mall and Suntec City are now closed). They also have a premium movie experience called First Class, allowing you to enjoy all-day brunch, wines and even high tea, or to treat your little ones to a kids’ meal.

Where: 321 Clementi, 321 Clementi Avenue 3 #03-03

Cinema watching movie
Nothing beats a visit to the good old cinema!

Carnival Cinema

Formerly known as Rex Cinemas, Carnival Cinema is your go-to place for Hindi and Tamil films (In the past, it screened mainstream films of other languages, including English ones.) Bollywood fans will love this one!

Where: 100 Beach Road, #02-30A Shaw Towers

 

The Projector

Looking for something a little different? Head to The Projector for a great selection of alternative films, cult favourites, arthouse and foreign films. The venue houses two halls, the 230-seat Green Room and the 180-seat Redrum – just be sure to snag one of the bean bags! Pick up some popcorn or a draft beer from the Golden Bar and stay on for the post-screening afterparties.

Where: 6001 Beach Road, #05-00 Golden Mile Tower

 

The Screening Room

Drop by The Screening Room in Chinatown and enjoy a much more intimate film experience than you get at the cinema. The two daily screenings cover everything from classics to independent and foreign films. Indulge in drinks and snacks and cosy in on the sofas; at 10pm, the theatre transforms into a lounge for the night, with great cocktails and tunes.

Where: 12 Ann Siang Road, Level 3

 

Cinemas popcorn
Grab some popcorn and settle down for a show

Alliance Française Singapour

Join Ciné-Club at Alliance Française Singapour and discover the wonders of French cinema, from famous films featured at international film festivals to indie films that can be hard to come across. And don’t worry if you don’t understand French; the movies are screened with English subtitles! Every Tuesday at 8pm, or bring your little ones along for screenings by Ciné-Kids on selected Sundays at 4pm.

Where: 1 Sarkies Road

 

Movie Mob

During the cooler months of the year, enjoy the nice weather with an outdoor movie with MovieMob. These free movie screenings are held in different locations, with past venues including Biopolis at One North and The Oval at Seletar Aerospace Park. Bring a mat and get ready for a night of fun and good company.

Where: Various locations

 

Popcorn movie nights
Come by for a good ol’ outdoor cinema experience

Popcorn Movie Nights

Popular movie app Popcorn has launched Popcorn Movie Nights @ Sentosa, a weekly outdoor cinema series by the beach. Free screenings will be held every Tuesday from now until April 2018, with popcorn, food, drinks and music to enjoy too. Activities start from 6pm.

Where: Palawan Green, Sentosa

 

Have you seen our Singapore City Guide yet?

 

Like this? Check out more fun things to do around Singapore.

Lindsay Yap

Living in Singapore all her life, Lindsay loves finding out what's on and fun around town. Besides binge-watching sitcoms and pigging out on her favourite hawker food, she enjoys exploring new places and is constantly adding to her travel wish list!

Get the latest events, stories and special offers
sent to your inbox.

By signing up, you'll receive our weekly newsletters and offers, which you can unsubscribe to anytime.

Categories: Art & Culture Things To Do Tags: Arts Cinemas Entertainment Living In Singapore Moving To Singapore Neighbourhood Guides Theatre Things To Do

You May Also Like

puzzle answers for expat living

Puzzle Page answers for July! How did you do?

puzzle answers for expat living

Puzzle Page answers for June! How did you do?

Muswell Hill comedy Pangdemonium dinner party

Pangdemonium brings Muswell Hill to Singapore

Primary Sidebar

  • Competitions
  • Noticeboard
  • Subscribe
  • About
  • advertise
  • Contact
  • Privacy

© 2022 Expat Living Singapore, All Rights Reserved.