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Brisbane cinemas this week feature major new animated releases, continuing blockbuster favourites, and a curated GOMA program showcasing sci-fi and cinematic classics across multiple decades.

NEW RELEASES

Hoppers

26 March | Cineplex (Victoria Point, Balmoral, Hawthorne Cinemas, South Bank, Redbank), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central, North Lakes, Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine), HOYTS (Redcliffe, Stafford, Sunnybank), Limelight Cinemas (Morayfield), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas Eldorado, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Five Star Cinemas (Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill)

A lively animated adventure blending humour, action and an imaginative survival journey in a vibrant world.

The Magic Faraway Tree

26 March | Cineplex (Victoria Point, Balmoral, South Bank, Redbank, Hawthorne Cinemas), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes, Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine), HOYTS (Redcliffe, Stafford, Sunnybank), Limelight Cinemas (Morayfield), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas Eldorado, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum

A family fantasy adventure following magical journeys through an enchanted world inspired by a classic story.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

01 April | Cineplex (Victoria Point, Balmoral, Hawthorne Cinemas, South Bank, Redbank, Hawthorne Deluxe), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central, North Lakes, Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Capalaba), HOYTS (Redcliffe, Stafford, Sunnybank), Limelight Cinemas (Morayfield), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas Eldorado, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill)

A large-scale animated sci-fi adventure expanding a beloved video game universe into a galaxy-spanning journey.

STILL SHOWING

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert

Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex Victoria Point, Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse New Farm, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, Red Hill), Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum

A concert film celebrating Elvis Presley’s iconic live performances.

GOAT

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank, Victoria Point), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes, Springfield Central, Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine), HOYTS (Redcliffe, Stafford, Sunnybank), Limelight Cinemas (Morayfield), Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas Eldorado

A sports drama about ambition, legacy and the pursuit of greatness.

How to Make a Killing

Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex (Balmoral, Victoria Point), Palace James St Cinema, United Cinemas Eldorado

A dark comedy crime story about escalating consequences and bad decisions.

Project Hail Mary

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank, Victoria Point), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes, Springfield Central, Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine), HOYTS (Redcliffe, Stafford, Sunnybank), Limelight Cinemas (Morayfield), Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas Eldorado

A sci-fi survival story about an astronaut sent to save Earth.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex (South Bank, Redbank, Victoria Point), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central, Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas Eldorado

A horror-comedy sequel continuing a deadly family tradition.

Reminders of Him

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank, Victoria Point, Hawthorne Cinemas), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside – Hamilton), Event Cinemas (Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), HOYTS Stafford, Palace James St Cinema, Reading Cinemas Jindalee, United Cinemas Eldorado

A romantic drama about grief, healing and emotional reconnection.

Scream 7

HOYTS – Redcliffe, Cineplex Redbank, Event Cinemas Chermside, Event Cinemas Indooroopilly, HOYTS Stafford, United Cinemas Eldorado

A continuation of the horror franchise with escalating terror and new victims.

Wuthering Heights

Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Cineplex (Balmoral, Hawthorne Cinemas), Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse New Farm, Event Cinemas (Chermside, Indooroopilly), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS Stafford, Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, United Cinemas Eldorado

A gothic romance exploring passion, revenge and emotional intensity.

GOMA SCREENINGS

The Truman Show

28 March | GOMA

A satirical drama exploring surveillance, reality and identity within a constructed world.

Microcosmos

28 March | GOMA

A documentary revealing the hidden ecosystems of insect life.

Fantastic Voyage

29 March | GOMA

A science fiction classic following a microscopic journey inside the human body.

The Incredible Shrinking Man

29 March | GOMA

A survival sci-fi about isolation and transformation after a mysterious change.

High and Low

01 April | GOMA

A crime drama by Akira Kurosawa exploring class, morality and justice through a kidnapping case.

Brisbane cinemas are delivering a diverse lineup this week with new blockbuster releases, gripping thrillers, emotional dramas and curated art-house screenings, giving moviegoers plenty of family-friendly and after-dark options across the city.

Project Hail Mary

19 March 2026 | Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – Balmoral, Hawthorne, Redbank, South Bank, Palace Cinemas – Barracks, James St, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Portside Hamilton, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill, HOYTS – Stafford, Sunnybank, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

A large-scale science fiction film following an astronaut sent on a mission to save Earth, blending survival, mystery and space exploration.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

19 March 2026 | Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – South Bank, Redbank, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Portside Hamilton, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, HOYTS – Stafford, Sunnybank, Palace Cinemas – James St, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

The horror-comedy sequel continues its deadly game of survival, combining suspense with dark humour in a fast-paced follow-up.

Still Showing

Cold Storage

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – Balmoral, South Bank, Redbank, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, HOYTS – Stafford, Palace Cinemas – James St, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

A contained thriller centred on a dangerous biological threat, focusing on tension and survival within a confined setting.

EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert

Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse New Farm, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill, HOYTS – Stafford, Palace Cinemas – James St

A cinematic concert experience showcasing Elvis Presley’s performances, combining archival footage with restored audio and visuals.

Fackham Hall

Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar – Rosalie, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Five Star Cinemas – Graceville

A limited-release title continuing in select cinemas, offering an alternative option to mainstream releases.

GOAT

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – Balmoral, Hawthorne, South Bank, Redbank, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Portside Hamilton, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, Five Star Cinemas – New Farm, Red Hill, HOYTS – Stafford, Sunnybank, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

A widely screening drama continuing across Brisbane cinemas, appealing to audiences looking for character-driven storytelling.

How To Make A Killing

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – Balmoral, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Portside Hamilton, Event Cinemas – Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, HOYTS – Stafford, Palace Cinemas – James St, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

A dark comedy-crime film exploring ambition and consequences through a mix of humour and tension.

Reminders Of Him

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – Balmoral, Hawthorne, South Bank, Redbank, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Portside Hamilton, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill, HOYTS – Stafford, Sunnybank, Palace Cinemas – Barracks, James St, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

An emotional drama centred on redemption and relationships, continuing its strong run in cinemas.

Scream 7

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cineplex – Balmoral, South Bank, Redbank, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, Five Star Cinemas – Red Hill, HOYTS – Stafford, Sunnybank, Palace Cinemas – James St, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

The latest instalment in the long-running horror franchise continues to deliver suspense and genre twists.

The Bride!

Event Cinemas – Chermside, Indooroopilly, Five Star Cinemas – Red Hill, HOYTS – Sunnybank, Palace Cinemas – Barracks, James St, United Cinemas – Eldorado

A modern reimagining of a classic story, combining romance, drama and gothic elements.

The Moment

Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Five Star Cinemas – New Farm, Palace Cinemas – James St

An intimate drama focusing on personal decisions and their ripple effects over time.

Wuthering Heights

Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Cinebar – Rosalie, Cineplex – Balmoral, Dendy Cinemas – Portside Hamilton, Powerhouse New Farm, Event Cinemas – Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill, HOYTS – Stafford, Palace Cinemas – Barracks, James St, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket, United Cinemas – Eldorado

A cinematic retelling of the classic novel, bringing its themes of love and conflict to the big screen.

GOMA Screenings

Récits d’Ellis Island (Ellis Island Tales)

21 March 2026

A reflective documentary exploring migration, identity and memory through historical perspectives.

Georges Perec, The Man Who Refused To Forget

21 March 2026

A documentary examining the life and literary legacy of Georges Perec, focusing on memory and language.

Série Noire

22 March 2026

A French noir film blending crime and psychological drama with a distinct cinematic style.

Un Homme Qui Dort (The Man Who Sleeps)

22 March 2026

A slow, introspective film capturing urban isolation and routine.

The Spook Who Sat By The Door

25 March 2026

A politically driven film exploring themes of race, power and resistance in 1970s America.

Brisbane cinemas offer a well-rounded program this week, from major new releases and horror sequels to emotional dramas and curated art-house screenings, providing plenty of options for a night out at the movies.