Film - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/culture/film/ Things to do in Riyadh, Jeddah and Saudi Arabia. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:31:49 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-wo-fevicon-32x32.jpg Film - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/culture/film/ 32 32 There is a new seaside cinema in the Eastern Province – but not for long https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/06/new-seaside-cinema-in-the-eastern-province/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:07:25 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39639 Movie nights in Qatif have just got an upgrade Grab the popcorn. A new cinema experience has arrived on Qatif Corniche, one of the Eastern Province’s most popular waterfront destinations. It’s the latest addition to the area’s growing entertainment scene, bringing movie nights to a stretch of waterfront already popular for its cafés, restaurants and […]

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]]> Jeddah makes a Hollywood cameo in Guy Ritchie’s new film https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/jeddah-makes-a-hollywood-cameo-in-guy-ritchies-new-film/ Thu, 28 May 2026 05:05:40 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39536 The coastal city quietly steals the show in In The Grey, and Saudi film fans will definitely recognise a few familiar backdrops  There’s a scene in In The Grey that viewers in Saudi Arabia may suddenly do a double-take at. Amid the action-packed sequences, gritty cinematography and Guy Ritchie’s signature chaos, a very familiar backdrop […]

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]]> The Red Sea International Film Festival is back in Jeddah this December https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/04/red-sea-international-film-festival-jeddah-december-2026/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:20:16 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=38714 The star-studded event will once again take place at the film festival’s headquarters in Al-Balad Film lovers, mark your calendars because the Red Sea International Film Festival will officially be back for its sixth edition, taking over Culture Square in Historic Jeddah from Thursday December 3 to Saturday December 12. And if previous years are […]

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]]> Olé, Saudi Arabia. Ithra unveils an 18-day Spanish cultural takeover https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/01/ole-saudi-arabia-ithra-unveils-an-18-day-spanish-cultural-takeover/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:26:43 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=36725 From flamenco to film, Ithra transforms into a vibrant celebration of Spanish culture If your idea of the perfect day includes live music, great food, and a cultural adventure, Ithra has your calendar covered. The King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture (Ithra) is bringing the spirit of Spain to Saudi Arabia with this year’s Ithra […]

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]]> Missed it before? Hayy Matsuri is back in Jeddah for its third edition https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/01/missed-it-before-hayy-matsuri-is-back-in-jeddah-for-its-third-edition/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:39:13 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=36707 Hayy Matsuri returns to Hayy Jameel for three days of music, art, food and film If you’re in Jeddah and your January plans are still looking a little empty, consider them officially sorted. From today (Thursday January 8) to Saturday January 10, Hayy Matsuri returns to Hayy Jameel, and it’s shaping up to be the […]

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]]> Check out the new family movie night experience – and it won’t cost you a riyal https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/12/new-free-family-movie-night-experience/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:56:06 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=35984 Netflix is organising its first-ever Family Movie Nights event in Saudi Arabia Ready for a special night out with the family? Gather the crew because this month is all about cosy vibes, shared stories, feel-good fun, and togetherness. A series of free family movie night experiences is rolling out across Saudi Arabia, thanks to Netflix. […]

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]]> Missed out on the Six Kings Slam tickets? You can still catch it live https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/10/six-kings-slam-watch-it-live/ Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:09:20 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=34804 The tennis showdown returns to Riyadh this week When tickets to the Six Kings Slam sold out quicker than a Federer forehand, fans (read: me) were left hoping for a second chance. Taking place on Wednesday October 15, Thursday October 16 and Saturday October 18, the legendary tennis showdown gathers some of the sport’s biggest […]

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]]> What’s On in conversation with: Gerard Butler on How to Train Your Dragon https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/06/whats-on-in-conversation-with-gerard-butler-how-to-train-your-dragon/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:39:44 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=32093 We chat to the Scottish actor, who reprises his role as Stoick the Vast… How to Train Your Dragon, a breathtaking live-action reimagining of the beloved 2010 animated film, is out in cinemas across Saudi Arabia now (book here). It’s a great film – the visuals are stunning, the action sequences are intense, and it […]

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]]> 12 things to look forward to in Saudi Arabia this June https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2025/06/things-to-look-forward-to-saudi-arabia-june-2025/ Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:16:37 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=31742 Make it your greatest month of the year yet… We’re halfway through 2025. Whether you’re celebrating the summer holidays or just looking for cool new activities, June in Saudi Arabia sees a roster of thrilling seasonal events, from sporting spectacles and music festivals to vibrant entertainment. Wondering where to start? Here are 12 things to […]

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]]> Step into the worlds of your favourite Netflix films in Jeddah’s Le Chateau Mall https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2024/12/step-into-the-worlds-of-your-favourite-netflix-films-in-jeddahs-le-chateau-mall/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 09:41:04 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=28401 Lights, camera, go… Netflix fans, brace yourselves. Don’t miss out on this immersive fan experience on Thursday December 5 and Friday December 6 at Le Chateau Mall in Jeddah. This free, two-day event allows you to delve into the worlds of your favourite Netflix films, series, and games. You can get up close and personal […]

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