Events

We're back with an even bigger program of 35mm and 70mm screenings, showcasing masterpieces from the 1920s to now across almost 50 weeks.

We're proud to be screening Sean Baker's Palme d'Or-winning triumph Anora exclusively in 35mm at the Ritz in Australia.

Join us for a special Q&A screening of the Aussie documentary with filmmakers Delvene Delaney and Victoria Baldock in attendance for a post-screening Q&A.

We’re making a song-and-dance of the movie musical, with another year-long celebration of the best and boldest films the genre has to offer.

Join us for an early screening of Oh, Canada directed by Taxi Driver screenwriter Paul Schrader.

Slam the brakes! You're invited to see A24's Death of a Unicorn first at Fantastic Film Festival Australia's 2025 Program Launch screening.

Ncuti Gatwa is joined by three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.

Across seven features, Andrei Tarkovsky fused philosophy, time and image to chart a course through the landscapes of the human soul and rewrite the language of cinema.

We're excited to be screening A Little Something Extra, a week before its release, from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 March.

Our Cult Classics calendar is all killer no filler.

Presenting a selection of the best live theatre performances from The Metropolitan Opera on the big screen.

A weekly series of kids and family classics screening on Saturdays and Sundays at 11am.

They had style, they had grace. Our Classic Matinees program showcases the greatest and most glamorous pictures from the Golden Age of Hollywood and beyond.

Bring the whole family to our fun day preview of DreamWorks Animation’s Dog Man by Dav Pilkey — the #1 global bestselling author and award-winning illustrator of Captain Underpants.

Join us for our Movie Club Preview of this gritty Irish drama, Cillian Murphy's first film since his Academy Award-winning performance in Oppenheimer.

Meet Cute at the movies with our celebration of the best romantic comedies in cinema history.

Due to popular demand we're hosting an encore screening of The Most Australian Band Ever!, a documentary about the legendary Aussie punk band the Hard-Ons.

The world famous Comedy Store is bringing the best in stand-up comedy to the iconic Ritz cinema! Presented on the first Wednesday of every month.

Don't miss this 10-Piece Powerhouse band, BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, featuring internationally acclaimed artists who faithfully recreate the dynamic live performances of your favourite Motown Legends.

Join star Richard Roxburgh, journalist Peter Greste and director Kriv Stenders at a special Q&A preview screening of The Correspondent.

Enjoy a complimentary Beer or Seltzer at our preview screening of Blumhouse's latest film Drop, from the director of Happy Death Day and Freaky and starring Meghann Fahy from White Lotus.

We're excited to host a special Q&A screening of the new helter-skelter Aussie ob-doc Claptrap, following the band Kingswood, who embarked on the longest music tour in Australian history.

By popular demand, we're bringing Stephanie Meyer's timeless teen vampire love story back to the big screen with our Twilight Saga Marathon.

André Rieu celebrates his 75th Birthday! The King of the Waltz invites you to a boat party with him and his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra as they sail through his hometown of Maastricht.

Panorama of Chinese Film presents a diverse collection of classic and new Chinese films, organised by the Chinese Independent Film Foundation (CIFF).

Pair a glass of pinot with a preview of The Correspondent, a gripping biographical thriller about the incredible true story of Australian war correspondent Peter Greste's arrest and imprisonment in Egypt.

Go on a journey with maverick musician Neil Young, in this personal behind-the-scenes documentary as he cruises the coast on his recent solo tour.

The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill, restored with a stunning new 4K transfer. The true story of a Bohemian St. Francis and his remarkable relationship with a flock of wild red-and-green parrots.

We're excited to host a special Q&A screening of the new Aussie documentary feature Disappear Here the story of Australian 90's alternative group Glide and founding songwriter William Arthur.

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

Hello there. Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, the final film of George Lucas's prequel trilogy, back on the big screen in 4K for a limited time.

Cinema Reborn is an annual film festival bringing newly restored classics to the big screen. Full program will be revealed on 14 March.

The biggest night of laughs in Sydney returns to the Ritz! The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase is bringing a killer cast of the top picks from the 2025 festival direct to the Ritz.

JOIN US FOR THE SYDNEY PREMIERE OF MAYA AND THE WAVE FOLLOWED BY Q&A WITH DIRECTOR STEPHANIE JOHNES LIVE ON STAGE!

Presented by World Expeditions, the 2025 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is a 3 hour celebration of the mountain and adventure sport world.

JACK MCCOY PRESENTS THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLUE HORIZON

Join us for the Grand Final of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest live on the big screen from the St. Jakobshalle, Basel!

Comedy show in French. Following two triumphant performances, Tania Dutel returns to the stage with a burning determination to confront deceit.

CELEBRATE WARREN MILLER’S 75TH ANNUAL SKI FILM

Sydney will come alive with 200+ movies screening at the 72nd Sydney Film Festival.

RunNation is an original documentary film festival that was founded by a group of local runners in Sydney eight years ago.  Since its creation, RunNation has grown from a local festival to a world tour that has screened around the globe.

Iconic star of stage and screen John Waters celebrates the songs of the British Pop Invasion that changed modern music forever.

The highly anticipated 19th Annual RISE Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back and ready with a curated selection of the best fly fishing films from around the world.

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour is a celebration of the inspiring women around us who are doing extraordinary things in the name of adventure.

Discover South by Southwest Sydney at the Ritz! Join us for a whirlwind week of exciting and boundary-breaking films from Monday 13 to Sunday 19 October.

The Climbing Film Tour is back for its 5th season with an awesome selection of short films celebrating the global climbing community.

We're bringing breathtaking real-life adventures and glorious outdoor vistas to the big screen.

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen.

Crying, kicking, screaming is welcome, and that goes for the babies as well.

An offer you can't refuse. Tickets are $8 tickets members and $12 for non-members all day and night on Tuesdays.

The Children's International Film Festival (CHIFF) returns in 2025 for a month-long celebration of cinema designed to captivate and inspire young audiences and their families.

Fantastic Film Festival Australia returns in 2025 for three weeks of boundary-pushing and rule-breaking cult, genre, arthouse and alternative cinema.

JIFF, the Jewish International Film Festival, returns in 2025.

The best of British theatre on our cinema screens.

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

$10 tickets for senior members and $12 tickets for non-members on weekdays before 4pm!

Procrastinate smarter, not harder. Enjoy $8 tickets for student members and $12 for student non-members all day and night on Mondays.*

Presenting exclusive shows in original 35mm and 70mm prints year-round.

We're proud to be screening Brady Corbet's epic, Silver Lion-winning masterpiece The Brutalist starring Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce in large format 70mm, exclusively at the Ritz. Tickets include a souvenir brochure.