Bahrain’s cinema scene is heating up for late May and June, offering an exciting and entertaining mix of drama, action, and thrills. Whether you’re in the mood for a martial arts showdown, a haunting homecoming, or the adrenaline of Formula 1®, this month’s lineup delivers.
From Jackie Chan’s return in Karate Kid: Legends to Shia LaBeouf’s gritty boxing drama Salvable, and the highly anticipated 28 Years Later, there’s something for every taste. Plus, the live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon promises a family-friendly adventure with a dose of nostalgia. Get ready – June’s movie schedule is packed with must-see releases.
Located at Dana Mall, EPIX Cinemas boasts 10 screens and over 1,100 seats. Whether you prefer an intimate screen or a grand multi-level balcony, EPIX has a space for you.
Location: Dana Mall Bahrain
VOX offers premium movie-watching experiences, including THEATRE, GOLD, and MAX, featuring Dolby Atmos surround sound. It was the first in the Middle East to introduce IMAX with Laser and Sapphire, and it also offers 4DX for a multi-sensory experience.
Locations: City Centre Bahrain, The Avenues Bahrain
Since 1968, Cineco Bahrain has been a leading player in the regional entertainment scene, with cinemas across Seef, Juffair, Al Hamra, Wadi Al Sail, and Al Liwan. Offering a wide variety of the latest shows, Cineco is a popular choice.
Locations: Seef, Juffair, Al Hamra, Wadi Al Sail, Al Liwan
Founded by Indian filmmaker, Subhash Ghai, Mukta Cinema Bahrain at Juffair Mall brings a quality multiplex experience at affordable prices. It remains the only Indian cinema chain to build and operate its own theatres internationally.
Location: Juffair Mall
A growing name in the local scene, Cinépolis Bahrain is an emerging destination for moviegoers seeking a premium viewing experience, with a broad selection of titles and cutting-edge technology.
Locations: Atrium Mall, Amwaj Islands
Release Date: 29 May 2025
Starring: Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang
Language: English
Advisory: PG15
After a family tragedy, young kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) is uprooted from his life in Beijing and lands in New York City. Struggling to adjust and longing for his old life, Li is pulled into a local karate tournament to help a new friend. But his kung fu skills aren’t enough – until his teachers Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) help him merge styles for the ultimate showdown.
Release Date: 05 June 2025
Starring: Nicola Wright, Becca Hirani, Jennifer Lim
Language: English
Advisory: 18TC
A grieving mother and her son return to her ex-husband’s vacant home following his sudden death, only to realise they are not the only ones inhabiting the house.
Release Date: 12 June 2025
Starring: Gerard Butler, Nico Parker, Nick Frost, Mason Thames
Language: English
Advisory: 18TC
The unforgettable animated movie is back! This time, in LIVE ACTION!
On the rugged island of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have long been enemies, young Hiccup, an inventive but overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast, dares to challenge tradition. When he befriends a feared Night Fury dragon named Toothless, Hiccup uncovers the true nature of dragons and questions everything his society believes. With Astrid and blacksmith Gobber by his side, he must confront an ancient threat that endangers both Vikings and dragons. Hiccup and Toothless must chart a new course, soaring beyond fear and into a future of peace.
Release Date: 12 June 2025
Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Toby Kebbell, James Cosmo
Language: English
Advisory: 18TC
Shia LaBeouf returns in this drama about an ageing boxer caught in the grip of a small town and the tension of a fractured relationship with his teenage daughter. As he struggles to find a way out, he must confront his past, his failures, and the hope for a future they can both believe in.
Release Date: 19 June 2025
Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Jack O’Connell
Language: English
Advisory: 18TC
Academy Award®-winning director Danny Boyle and Academy Award®-nominated writer Alex Garland reunite for 28 Years Later, a chilling new chapter in the world of 28 Days Later. Decades after the rage virus first broke loose, quarantine zones remain; within them, survivors cling to fragile communities. On one isolated island connected by a single guarded causeway, a survivor ventures into the mainland. There, he uncovers secrets and horrors far beyond infected hosts… terrifying changes in the virus and in humanity itself.
Release Date: 26 June 2025
Starring: Brad Pitt, Kerry Condon, Damson Idris
Language: English
Advisory: 18TC
From Apple Original Films and the creators of Top Gun: Maverick comes F1®, starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski. This thrilling racing drama follows a former driver making a comeback, teaming up with a rookie at APXGP, a fictional team vying against F1’s greatest legends. Filmed during real Grand Prix weekends, it offers an unparalleled glimpse into the high-octane world of Formula 1®.
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