From blockbusters and anniversaries to arthouse premieres, Brisbane’s cinemas are offering one of their most diverse weeks yet. Whether you’re catching a classic at Palace Barracks or diving into something new at Event Cinemas, there’s no shortage of big-screen magic this week.
🎬 Opening This Week
Predator: Badlands
In cinemas from 6 November
The iconic sci-fi series returns with a fierce new chapter. Screenings available across Brisbane at Event Cinemas Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, and Palace Barracks.
Back to the Future (40th Anniversary)
In cinemas from 6 November
Take a ride back to 1985 with Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this special 40th anniversary release. Playing at Event Cinemas Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Palace Barracks, and Cineplex South Bank.
Die, My Love
In cinemas from 6 November
A haunting exploration of motherhood and mental health, adapted from Ariana Harwicz’s acclaimed novel. Catch it at Palace James St, Palace Barracks, Event Chermside, and HOYTS Stafford.
Tummy Tom and the Lost Teddy Bear
In cinemas from 6 November
A charming animated tale perfect for kids, featuring a mischievous cat searching for his lost teddy. Showing at Event Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, and Mount Gravatt.
Prime Minister
In cinemas from 6 November
A gripping political thriller set in the high-stakes world of government secrecy and ambition. Screening at Event Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, and Palace Barracks.
Train Dreams
In cinemas from 6 November
A poetic frontier drama adapted from Denis Johnson’s novella, featuring stunning cinematography and quiet power. Screening at Palace Barracks, Dendy Coorparoo, Five Star Cinemas Brisbane City, and Graceville.
🎞️ Special Screenings at GOMA
Hero, Dragon Inn, and Farewell China (8 November)
Centre Stage and A Fishy Story (9 November)
Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) presents a weekend of iconic Asian cinema, celebrating vision, courage, and storytelling mastery.
🎞️ Still Showing
A PAW Patrol Christmas
Continuing screenings
A festive favourite for families, still screening at Event Cinemas Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, and HOYTS Stafford.
Bugonia
Continuing screenings
A thought-provoking sci-fi drama blending environmental themes with suspense, showing at Event Brisbane City, Chermside, and HOYTS Stafford.
Good Fortune
Continuing screenings
This crowd-pleasing romantic comedy continues to draw audiences across Event Cinemas Brisbane City, Indooroopilly, and Cineplex South Bank.
📍 Where to Watch
- Event Cinemas Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt
- Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema
- Dendy Coorparoo, Dendy Portside
- Cineplex South Bank, Cineplex Balmoral
- Five Star Cinemas Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill
- HOYTS Stafford, Sunnybank, Ipswich
From explosive sci-fi battles and heart-stirring dramas to the return of beloved classics, Brisbane’s cinemas are buzzing this week. Whether you’re after arthouse sophistication or blockbuster spectacle, the city’s screens are ready to deliver.