It’s been a long day and you’re just in the mood to tune out, sink into a seat, and let a big screen do the heavy lifting. Fair enough. Cinemas in Bahrain are open and running, and April’s lineup is properly stacked.
The ongoing conflict may have disrupted some daily routines, but the island’s movie theatres have kept their doors open with safety precautions in place. Show timings may sometimes shift, so always check your chosen cinema’s website before heading out. Beyond that, it’s business as usual in the dark.
Always confirm show timings before visiting the cinema hall. Schedules may change due to the ongoing security situation. Follow official government channels for the latest safety updates.
Operating since 1968, Cineco is Bahrain’s longest-running cinema chain with five locations: Juffair, Seef, Al Hamra, Wadi Al Sail, and Al Liwan. It’s the dependable pick for a straightforward screening without fuss.
VOX operates at City Centre Bahrain in Seef and The Avenues in Manama, offering premium formats including THEATRE, GOLD, and MAX screens with Dolby Atmos. It was the first in the Middle East to introduce IMAX with Laser and Sapphire technology, and its 4DX screens add a multi-sensory dimension. MAX screens come with spacious seating, extra legroom, side tables, and top-tier surround sound. Beyond films, VOX is screening UEFA Champions League matches and the BTS Arirang live viewing this April.
Cinépolis has two locations at Atrium Mall in Saar and on Amwaj Islands, with modern screens and a growing film selection. Keep an eye on their regular offers for good value screenings.
Based at Dana Mall in Sanabis, EPIX runs 10 screens with over 1,100 seats, ranging from intimate setups to multi-level balcony seating. EPIX also operates the Al Liwan cinema.
Mukta at Juffair Mall is the only Indian cinema chain operating internationally, founded by filmmaker Subhash Ghai. It screens a strong weekly rotation of Bollywood releases, international hits, and live IPL matches at affordable prices. Wait for the weekly schedule to drop before booking online.
1 April | English: The sequel to the 2023 blockbuster that earned over $1.3 billion worldwide. Jack Black, Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Pratt, and Charlie Day all return, with the same creative team from Illumination and Nintendo behind it.
2 April | English: Samara Weaving’s Grace is back, joined by Kathryn Newton and Sarah Michelle Gellar. This time, she and her sister must outrun four rival families competing for a powerful throne.
2 April | English: The finale of the rebooted trilogy, starring Madelaine Petsch and Richard Brake. Survivors face new threats from masked strangers as the line between reality and danger collapses.
2 April | Arabic: An Egyptian comedy starring Hesham Maged. When an exam supervisor dies mid-test, a chaotic cast of students try to hide the body and cheat their way through. Absurd, loud, and very funny.
All screenings feature Arabic commentary. Only available at VOX Cinemas.
14 April | Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid (Leg 2) and PSG vs. Liverpool (Leg 2)
15 April | Real Madrid vs. Bayern (Leg 2) and Arsenal vs. Sporting (Leg 2)
11 & 18 April | BTS’s first large-scale tour in roughly four years, spanning 34 cities and 82 shows globally. Two full-length concerts will be screened live in cinemas: 11 April from Goyang, South Korea, and 18 April from Tokyo. The tour features a 360-degree in-the-round stage design.
30 April | English: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt reunite. Miranda Priestly faces off against her former assistant, now a rival executive, as the world of print media shifts around them.
Between blockbuster sequels, live sport, and a global concert event, Bahrain’s cinemas are giving audiences plenty of reasons to get out this month. Just remember to check timings before you go, stay aware of the security situation, and enjoy the show.
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