This week in Brisbane brings a stellar lineup of new films, catering to every cinematic taste. From high-stakes dramas featuring Hollywood’s biggest stars to the return of a terrifying horror villain and a spectacular musical event, there is plenty to draw you to the big screen. Whether you are seeking a tense thriller, a charming animated adventure, or a powerful concert experience, this week’s releases have you covered.
Thursday, 16 October 2025
After the Hunt
A college professor’s career and personal life are thrown into turmoil when a promising student makes a serious accusation against one of her colleagues, forcing her to confront uncomfortable truths.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: Cinebar Rosalie Village, Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton, Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Five Star Cinemas – New Farm, HOYTS – Stafford, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Five Star Cinemas – Graceville, Five Star Cinemas – Red Hill
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Ballad of a Small Player
Following a compulsive gambler on the run in Macau, this drama explores his descent and a fateful encounter with a kindred spirit who could be his only chance at salvation.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton
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Black Phone 2
The terrifying sequel to the hit horror film, continuing the chilling story of The Grabber. While plot details remain secret, expect more supernatural thrills and heart-pounding suspense.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: United Cinemas Eldorado, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Palace James St Cinema, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – Carindale, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – Springfield Central, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton, Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Reading Cinemas – Newmarket, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Cineplex – Balmoral, Cineplex – Victoria Point, Cineplex – Redbank, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Five Star Cinemas – Graceville, HOYTS – Ipswich, HOYTS – Redcliffe, HOYTS – Stafford, HOYTS – Sunnybank, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Five Star Cinemas – New Farm, Five Star Cinemas – Red Hill
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Les Misérables – The Staged Concert
Experience the global stage sensation in this spectacular concert performance. Featuring an all-star cast, this recording captures the magic of the beloved musical live from the Gielgud Theatre in London.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton, HOYTS – Stafford, United Cinemas Eldorado
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Night of the Zoopocalypse
In this animated family adventure, a group of zoo animals must band together to save the world when a meteor carrying alien spores crash-lands, turning other creatures into purple, plant-like zombies.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: United Cinemas Eldorado, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – Carindale, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – Springfield Central, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Cineplex – Balmoral, Cineplex – South Bank, Cineplex – Victoria Point, Cineplex – Redbank, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, HOYTS – Ipswich, HOYTS – Redcliffe, HOYTS – Stafford, HOYTS – Sunnybank
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Roofman
Based on a remarkable true story, this crime thriller follows Jeffrey Manchester, an eccentric and charming armed robber who became a folk hero for his daring rooftop escapes from fast-food restaurants.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: United Cinemas Eldorado, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree, Cinebar Rosalie Village, Palace James St Cinema, Palace Barracks Brisbane, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – Carindale, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – Springfield Central, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Reading Cinemas – Newmarket, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Cineplex – Balmoral, Cineplex – South Bank, Cineplex – Victoria Point, Cineplex – Redbank, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Five Star Cinemas – Graceville, Five Star Cinemas – New Farm, Five Star Cinemas – Red Hill, HOYTS – Ipswich, HOYTS – Redcliffe, HOYTS – Stafford, HOYTS – Sunnybank
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Friday, 17 October 2025
Bless Their Little Hearts (1984)
A poignant black-and-white film depicting the struggles of an unemployed man in Watts, Los Angeles, and the emotional toll his situation takes on his family. Part of the L.A. Rebellion film movement.
IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Cinemas: GOMA
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary
Celebrate 50 years of the ultimate cult classic! Join Brad and Janet on a strange journey to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in this special anniversary screening. Get ready to do the Time Warp again.
IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane, Palace James St Cinema, Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – Carindale, Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – Springfield Central, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree, Dendy Cinemas – Coorparoo, Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton, Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba, Reading Cinemas – Newmarket, Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Cineplex – Balmoral, Cineplex – South Bank, Cineplex – Redbank, Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum, Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Five Star Cinemas – New Farm, Five Star Cinemas – Red Hill, Limelight Cinemas – Ipswich, HOYTS – Redcliffe, HOYTS – Stafford, HOYTS – Sunnybank, Five Star Cinemas – Graceville
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Saturday, 18 October 2025
My Brother’s Wedding (1983)
An L.A. Rebellion classic that follows a man torn between his working-class family and his brother’s new, upwardly mobile life as he prepares for his wedding to a wealthy woman.
IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
Cinemas: GOMA
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Sunday, 19 October 2025
Killer of Sheep (1977)
Hailed as a masterpiece of neorealism, this film offers a lyrical and moving portrait of a sensitive, overworked man in the Watts ghetto of Los Angeles and his struggle against the despair of his daily life.
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
Cinemas: GOMA
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Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Mitski: The Land
An immersive concert film experience from acclaimed indie artist Mitski. This film captures her theatrical and emotionally charged live performance, blending music with stunning cinematic visuals.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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The Annihilation of Fish (1999)
A quirky romantic comedy about two lonely eccentrics living in a Los Angeles boarding house, starring Lynn Redgrave and James Earl Jones.
IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
Cinemas: GOMA
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The Final Insult (1997)
A satirical dark comedy shot on a Fisher-Price PixelVision camera, following a disgruntled man who navigates a surreal Los Angeles landscape seeking revenge after his life falls apart.
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Cinemas: GOMA
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Kangaroo
An Australian drama that explores complex family dynamics and secrets against the backdrop of the rugged outback.
IMDb Rating: Rating not available.
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Cineplex – Victoria Point, HOYTS – Redcliffe, Bribie Cinema – Bongaree
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One Battle After Another
A compelling drama that follows the relentless challenges faced by a community as they fight for their homes, their history, and their future.
IMDb Rating: Rating not available.
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Cineplex – Victoria Point, HOYTS – Redcliffe
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The Bad Guys 2
The charming crew of animal outlaws is back for another action-packed heist. After finally being accepted as the good guys, they are forced out of retirement to face a mysterious new villain.
IMDb Rating: Rating not yet available.
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Capalaba, Event Cinemas – North Lakes, Event Cinemas – BCC Cinemas – Strathpine / Birch Carroll & Coyle Strathpine, Cineplex – Victoria Point, HOYTS – Redcliffe
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With such a diverse range of films opening, there is every reason to plan a trip to the movies. Remember to check local cinema listings for specific session times and to book your tickets in advance for these anticipated new releases. Have a wonderful time at the cinema!