English Language Movies in Bangkok, Thailand

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English Language Movies in Bangkok, Thailand

There are many cinemas that show English language movies in Bangkok both with and without Thai subtitles. Pattaya has some cinemas that screen English language films while in Hua Hin they are largely shown in Thai only although all major releases will be shown in English at certain times in certain cinemas. 

The cinema programme will show (ENG) if the film is to be shown in English and (THA) if the film will be shown in Thai.

Movie schedules are subject to frequent change, so it is always recommended to telephone ahead to check if a film is showing. The websites below may be accurate when they are written but it is not uncommon for schedules to change on a daily basis. 

• Movie Seer has listings for most cinemas and movies in the Bangkok region and also across Thailand
• To find a film or programme by cinema select the "Showtime" option or: Click here

Cinemas and Seating 

There are two major companies that have cinemas in Bangkok and throughout Thailand, often in large shopping malls. There are also many independent companies running movie theatres across Thailand, some of which are listed below.

Basic seating is reasonably comfortable and good value although it is usually possible to upgrade to more comfortable, reclining chairs, a two-person sofa or "VIP" seating in a small theatre with drinks served directly to the seat. The best seating will normally cost no more than the price of a ticket in an uncomfortable seat in a cinema in most other major cities. Some cinemas take telephone bookings.

Before a film is screened the Thai national anthem will be played. Everyone, both Thais and foreigners stand throughout the anthem.

Cinema Chains

Major Cineplex & EGV Cinemas

This group includes the EGV group of cinemas as well as all Major Cineplex complexes. Most of the cinemas will show all the latest releases, both Thai and international. The website (in Thai and English) shows what's on at which cinema. 

• Major Cineplex
  Tel: 02 515 5555
  Website
• Imax Thai: Part of the Major Cineplex group this theatre uses Imax technology. It is in the Siam Paragon complex near to the Silom and Chidlom BTS stations
  At: 991 Paragon Cineplex 5^th, Floor Siam Paragon, Rama I Rd. Pathumwan 10330
  Tel: 02 515 5555
  Website

SF/X Cinema

SF Cinema City and SFX (SF Multiplex) run a number of individual and multiplex cinemas throughout Thailand showing the latest fare of national and international movies.

• SF Cinema City
  Tel: 02 268 8888
  Website

Independent Cinemas

• House: Screening independent and avant garde Thai and international films.
  At: 31/8 RCA Rd, RCA Plaza, Huaykwang 10320
  Tel: 02 641 5177
  Website 
• Apex Lido: Independent films are usually screened here as well as some mainstream commercial movies.
  At: Near Siam Centre, Rama I Rd.
  Tel: 02 252 6498
  Website
• Alliance Française: The Alliance Française de Bangkok has weekly French films with English subtitles. During the annual French Cultural Festival in June, a series of French films will also be screened at selected cinemas.
  At: 29 Sathorn Tai Rd, 10120. Near to Lumpini Metro
  Website Click on the " Cultural Events" tab and then "Cinema" to see a preview of upcoming films