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Lichtspiele Kalk

The only cinema on Cologne's right bank of the Rhine shows daily premieres, film series, specials, and children's films – on Kalk-Mülheimer Straße.

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Lichtspiele Kalk on Kalk-Mülheimer Straße is the only cinema on the right bank of the Rhine in Cologne, offering daily screenings with a varied and carefully curated programme.

At a Glance

Type
Neighbourhood cinema
Location
Kalk-Mülheimer Straße 130–132, 51103 Cologne-Kalk
Programme
New releases, film series, specials, children's and youth films
Highlight
The only cinema on the right-bank side of Cologne
Suitable for
Individual visitors, families, school classes, children's birthday parties, private groups

Things to do here

  • Catch the latest premieres at the only cinema on the right bank of the Rhine
  • Discover curated film series and specials
  • Bring the kids to the family programme, like the Studio Ghibli series
  • Enjoy films in their original English version
  • Linger and chat in the foyer after the show

Programme and Film Series

Alongside current new releases, the cinema presents curated film series – including themed specials such as the summer series "Making A Splash!" celebrating swimming pool movies, as well as dedicated children's and youth programmes. Younger audiences are catered for with the LUFTKIND film programmes, the CINEMANIA KIDS series, and a Studio Ghibli retrospective. Many films are screened in their original English version, and English subtitles are sometimes available for non-English-language productions.

Hire and Special Occasions

The cinema screen can be hired for private events, celebrations, film premieres, or festivals. Children's birthday parties can be booked at discounted package rates, and a foyer space is available for use after the screening. School screenings are also part of the offering.

Accessibility and Subscription

The cinema is fully accessible. Visitors can make use of the programme through the Cineville cinema subscription.

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Address

Kalk-Mülheimer Str. 130/132
51103 Köln

Hours

Mo: 15:00–00:00

Di: 15:00–00:00

Mi: 15:00–00:00

Do: 15:00–00:00

Fr: 14:00–00:00

Sa: 12:00–00:00

So: 12:00–00:00

Contact

0221 29494979

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