Top English Cinema In Milan

Milan has been a cultural hub for years in fashion, design, and cinema. Many films have also made their debut in Milan. But as an expat, it can be challenging to find good films available in English on the big screen. Not to worry, here are all the places where you can access English cinema in Milan.

Anteo SpazioCinema, via Milazzo 9

One of the best-known original language cinemas in Milan, the Anteo shows films in their original languages at set times daily, depending on their releases. Usually, films release 1 month later in Italy if they are non-European foreign releases. 

How to get there : The closest Metro station is Garibaldi M2 M5 or Moscova M2

Their website is: https://www.spaziocinema.info/milano 

City life Anteo, Piazza Tre Torri 1

This is a new branch of the Anteo Cinema, opened in the Tre Torri District within a shopping centre. It shows original-language films when they are released and specialises in blockbuster and newly released movies. As soon as the films are released, both the English and original language versions are shown. However, the original language showings frequently run shorter than the Italian dubbing, so make sure to purchase your tickets as soon as the movies you want to see are released.

How to get there: The closest Metro station is Tre Torri M5

Their Website is: https://www.spaziocinema.info/ 

Cinema Beltrade, via Oxilia 10

Opened in the 1940s, the Cinema Beltrade is one of the oldest original-language cinemas in Milan. It is a cosy single-screen cinema with limited viewing hours of up to 7 a day and a primary focus on independent art house films, giving a chance to smaller-scale films to have their debuts on the big screen in their original language. These indie art house films are shown daily in their original language, so for true cinema lovers, this is the ideal space for you!

How to get there: The closest metro station is Pasteur M1, Loreto M2 M1, or Centrale M2 M3.

Their website is: https://bandhi.it/bah/beltrade/

Il Cinemino, via Seneca 6

This is the perfect spot for cinephiles, as it is an exclusive members-only cinema with a special bar service that caters drinks to enhance your viewing experience. The membership is provided by the Seiseneca Association, and with this membership, you can also access other cinemas across the country. This cinema shows real Hollywood classics in their original language as well as new releases in their original language with Italian subtitles daily! You can find the membership and reduction prices on their website provided below. You must purchase a membership 24 hours prior to booking a screening.

How to get there: The closest Metro station is Porta Romana M3

Their website is: https://www.ilcinemino.it/

Arcobaleno FilmCentre, viale Tunisia 11

Originally opened as a single-screen cinema, it now has three screens and shows English-language films in their original language on Tuesdays. The cinema offers re-released classics, new blockbusters, and even ballet and theatre screenings in English.

How to get there : The closest Metro station is Porta Venezia M1Their website is: http://cinenauta.it/arcobaleno/

UCI Cinema Biccoca, Via Chiese 60, Bicocca Village

A modern Imax cinema with multiple halls and lots of amenities offers original language and English films on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, closer to the release date. Often, the Italian-dubbed films run for longer, and the English- or original-language films have limited viewing times, often within the first week of release. When booking tickets, look out for the sign OV, which means original version.

How to get There: The closest Metro station is Ponale M5 or Villa san Giovanni M1

Their website is: https://www.ucicinemas.it/cinema/lombardia/milano/uci-cinemas-bicocca-milano/ 

Mexico, via Savona 57

Cinema Mexico is an independent cinema that has been operated by individual Antonio Sancassani for over 40 years with a mission to preserve independent films from the tarnishing of multi-media corporations. It is a small indie cinema that shows English and original language films and prides itself on bringing new opportunities to upcoming filmmakers who want to make their mark. This cinema is for art-house lovers and those who enjoy the creations behind the cinema of the present. A true gem, it is one of the last single-screen independent cinemas left in Milan. This cinema breathes new life into old films and gives forgotten or even banned films another chance!

How to get there : The closest Metro station is Porta Genova FS M2

Their Website: is http://www.cinemamexico.it/ 

Now it is time to enjoy your cinema adventure in Milan!

Featured image by Miroshnichenko

Article by Asmita Thareja for Easy Milano