December 3–21
Now in its 38th year, the AFI European Union Film Showcase continues its tradition of bringing the best in European cinema to Washington, DC-area audiences.
Upcoming shows:
★ Closing Night: THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE in 70mm — Dec. 21
Opens Fri, Dec. 19
🏆 2026 Oscar® Selection, Brazil | Three 2026 Golden Globe nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Drama
In 1977 during the Brazilian dictatorship, a political dissident (Wagner Moura) comes out of hiding in an attempt to escape to freedom with his young son. Kleber Mendonça Filho’s atmospheric thriller won four awards at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Closing Night | Sun, Dec. 21, 4:00 p.m.
Part of the AFI European Union Film Showcase
🏆 Nominee, Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (Amanda Seyfried), 2026 Golden Globes
Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Mona Fastvold (co-writer of THE BRUTALIST) crafts a sweeping colonial-era musical about visionary Shaker leader Ann Lee (played by the formidable Amanda Seyfried). Spanning three decades and shot in 70mm on location in Hungary, the film reimagines a chapter of American religious history through lyrical visuals and choreography, Shaker hymns and a haunting score by Oscar® winner Daniel Blumberg.
December 12–24
Whether you've been naughty or nice,
AFI Silver is your home for the holidays.
📚 Select screenings will feature intros by Jeremy Arnold, author of “Christmas in the Movies,” newly published in a deluxe expanded edition. His book will be available in the lobby for sale and signing.
🎟️ $5 tix for children 12 and under!*
*R & PG-13 films excepted
Washington, DC-area exclusive | Opens Thurs, Dec. 25
🏆 2025 AFI AWARDS Honoree; Three 2026 Golden Globe nominations
Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet), a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.
🏓 70mm ticketholders will receive an exclusive limited-edition MARTY SUPREME poster, as well as a set of official MARTY SUPREME championship table tennis balls, while supplies last!
Films for Feds Special Discount
Extended through Dec. 31
🎟️ $8 tickets for all current and recent federal employees in our community.
Show proof of either current or recent federal employment at the box office and receive one discount ticket per person to any regularly priced film, now through the end of the year.
Join today!
Become a member of the Silver Cinema Club today and unlock all of the exclusive benefits. From complimentary perks to exciting discounts, there’s something for every movie fan.
Become a member of the Silver Cinema Club today and unlock all of the exclusive benefits. From complimentary perks to exciting discounts, there’s something for every movie fan.
Gift cards may be used to buy tickets & concessions
at the theatre, or tickets online.
Gift cards may be used to buy tickets & concessions
at the theatre, or tickets online.
★ At this time, gift cards are available for in-person pick-up only.
Mailing will be available beginning January 5, 2026.
SERIES & EVENTS
Opening December 25
MARTY SUPREME in 70mm
SONG SUNG BLUE
Opening January 9
THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB
NO OTHER CHOICE
Opening January 16
THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE in 70mm
Opening February 6
HOLDING LIAT
Check back for showtimes.
