Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
A cinema owner's Friday night spirals through one crisis after another, unfolding in real time.
Where to watch online
Official services. The link goes straight to this film.
No official service carries it yet — the film has not been released online.
About the film
What it’s about
Earl Clancy runs a cinema on the brink. During a packed Friday evening screening, he faces a string of mishaps. His personal struggles collide with the demands of the night.
What hooks you
David Gleeson directs Colin Morgan as Earl Clancy, with Calam Lynch and Clara Crichton as Gerald and Kate Clancy. The film unfolds in real time over the course of the movie playing in the cinema.
Who it’s for
It is worth a look for anyone who enjoys character-driven drama with a ticking-clock tension and the intimate chaos of a single location.
Ratings
MOVIE․ONE · 162 votesCreative team
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Once Upon a Time in a Cinema (2026)
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
2026
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
2026
Once Upon a Time in a Cinema
2026