London's Outdoor Cinematic Experience

Film4 Summer Screen is one of the biggest events of the outdoor film season in London. At Somerset House, for ten nights only, this renowned event is known for its diverse mix of films and features from special previews to cult classics.

This year’s Film4 Summer Screen programme, runs from July 30th to August 7th. The list of films available is broad enough for most tastes and will satisfy every film fanatic’s desire.

The ‘Behind the Screens’ series is also a highlight of the event, described by the organisers as ‘your chance to hear actors, directors and other industry insiders discussing the features playing, offering a view of the art of film-making from the other side of the camera. The Behind the Screen tickets are sold separately to the tickets for the feature film of the day,

The doors to the venue open at 6.30pm, with DJ’s playing music from 7.30pm and films starting at 9.15pm. A bit of key advice for people is to bring a blanket or cushion as it may get a little chilly and the Somerset House Courtyard has uneven stone paving that will test even the hardest of bottoms.

 Rugs are available for purchase at the venue, but beware as chairs and furniture are strictly prohibited at the event. Visitors are also invited to picnic in the courtyard before and during the films.


Tickets go on sale from 9.00am on Thursday, 9th June, so make sure you get yours!