About
The Regent is Murwillumbah's much-loved Art Deco cinema on Brisbane Street, built in 1947 and at the heart of the town's cultural life for more than 75 years. After a 1983 fire, the former stalls became a supermarket and a roughly 300-seat cinema was created in the old circle, which keeps much of the original charm and character. Digital projection and 5.1 surround sound were installed in 2012.
Today it programmes the best of international arthouse cinema alongside selected Hollywood releases, with plenty of family films during school holidays. It's grown into a living cultural venue too, hosting live music, choral performances and community celebrations, and the circle foyer now houses the box office along with a bar and cafe.
Best For
Catching an arthouse or new-release film in a heritage Art Deco cinema, or a live music and community event night in the centre of Murwillumbah.
Good to Know
TypeCinema & cultural venue
Built1947 (Art Deco)
Seating~300-seat cinema in the former circle
ProgrammingArthouse, mainstream & family films
Also hostsLive music & community events
On siteBar & cafe
Opening Hours
Monday:See sessions
Tuesday:See sessions
Wednesday:See sessions
Thursday:See sessions
Friday:See sessions
Saturday:See sessions
Sunday:See sessions
Frequently Asked Questions
What sort of films does The Regent show?
International arthouse films alongside selected Hollywood releases, with family-friendly films during school holidays.
Is it just a cinema?
No — it's a cultural venue that also hosts live music, choral performances and community celebrations, with a bar and cafe in the circle foyer.
How old is the building?
It was built in 1947 in the Art Deco style and has been part of Murwillumbah's cultural life for more than 75 years.
How do I find session times or book?
Session times and tickets are listed on the cinema's website; you can also call 0408 192 825.