What's on at ODEON autism friendly screenings

Introducing ODEON’s next autism friendly cinema screening, welcoming anyone who benefits from an inclusive and sensory friendly environment.

National Cinema Day screenings on 1st September from 10am.

On Sunday 1st September — the day after National Cinema Day — participating ODEON cinemas are hosting special £4* autism friendly screenings for all ages. Check your local cinema for the following films:

It Ends With Us

Deadpool & Wolverine

Inside Out 2

Despicable Me 4

Bluey at the Cinema: Family Trip Collection

*Tickets cost £4 at the cinema and £5 online (includes £1 booking fee).

Despicable Me 4 on 11th August at 10am.

Gru has a new baby, Gru Jr., who is determined to torment him. But the arrival of a new enemy means that they've got to go on the run.

Important notes

  • Not all ODEON cinemas are showing these films. Please check your local cinema.
  • Some ODEON cinemas open later so will be showing the screening later than 10am. Please check with your local cinema.

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More Odeon Screenings in 2024

See Harold and The Purple Crayon on Sunday 8th September at 10am
See Transformers One on Sunday 13th October at 10am
See Paddington 3 on Sunday 10th November at 10am
See Red One on Sunday 8th December at 10am

 How can I book ODEON autism-friendly cinema tickets?

Tickets are available to book around 5 days in advance. You can book tickets on ODEON’s website or at  your local cinema.

The film’s name will be listed with “Autism friendly screening” before it so you know you’re booking the right one.

If you have a CEA Card and you’re booking online, you will need an online profile and to add it to the ‘Accessibility’ section of  your details in ‘My ODEON’.

If you have any booking enquiries, please contact ODEON:

"We understand our cinemas are large, busy and exciting environments and for some this creates barriers or results in sensory overload. We've developed a regular program of screenings designed to create a relaxed and safe environment."

What makes an ODEON cinema screening autism-friendly?

Sometimes you might also see an autism-friendly screening being described as a relaxed screening or a sensory-friendly screening. This means there are some adjustments in place to help reduce the stress and sensory input people with autism and other sensory sensitivities can experience.

Autism-friendly adjustments include:

  • There are no trailers
  • You can sit where you like, move around and make noise
  • The lights and volume are turned down
  • You can take your own food and drink
  • Staff are trained in autism understanding
  • Carers can get free entry with a valid CEA Card

Read the full list of adjustments here