Filmtheater am Friedrichshain
Prenzlauer Berg | Bötzowstraße 1-5, 10407 Berlin
Located directly at Volkspark Friedrichshain, the film theater offers a varied film program in five halls.
4K laser projection in auditorium 1 and 2
Air conditioned with fresh air
How to get here
Bus 200: Bötzowstraße M4: Am Friedrichshain M10: Arnswalder PlatzBike Racks: Bötzowstraße in front of the elevator to the cinema
Telephone (Guest Service)030 322 931 322
About
With its classicist facade and imposing staircase, the Filmtheater rises in front of the Volkspark Friedrichshain. As one of Berlin's largest art-house cinemas - affectionately dubbed "FaF" by guests and staff alike - it has enjoyed great popularity for decades. And in the summer, the beer garden next to the movie theater is particularly tempting for stimulating conversations late into the evening.
History
With its classicist facade and imposing staircase, the Filmtheater rises in front of the Volkspark Friedrichshain. As one of Berlin's largest art-house cinemas - affectionately dubbed "FaF" by guests and staff alike - it has enjoyed great popularity for decades. And in the summer, the beer garden next to the movie theater is particularly tempting for stimulating conversations late into the evening.Since its opening in 1925 under Olympia, the building has been continuously operated as a cinema. In 1994, it was threatened with demolition. Still, a group led by director Michael Verhoeven intervened and, together with the Yorck Group, turned the cinema into an arthouse venue with excellent technical equipment, five originally designed auditoriums ranging from gold rush to techno, and a diverse program across genres.
1925
The Olympia Filmtheater opens with 1,200 seats and an orchestra pit. Built according to designs by architect Otto Werner, the building is now a listed building.1930s
UFA takes over the movie theater. From now on it is called "Ufa-Theater Friedrichshain". After the Nazis seized power, mainly Nazi propaganda films are shown here.1945
The building is damaged by the war, but film screenings can still take place on a small scale. Only 250 seats remain after renovation work.1995
The Yorck Group takes over the building. As part of the remodeling work, set designer Vera Dobroschke designs five separate movie theaters.2010
The FaF is also equipped with digital technology. It even has 3D: the FaF is the first arthouse cinema to show Alice in Wonderland and Pina, among others.2020
The lights stay off in the Lockdown, but the façade is renovated in accordance with the preservation order.Accessibility
Partially accessible
Call our guest service to contact our staff in advance:
030 322 931 322
Main entrance: Several steps at the main entrance. Accessible via an elevator on the side of the building at Bötzowstraße. In summer, access also possible via beer garden without steps.Restrooms: Barrier-free restroom available.Hall 1: Accessible. A side entrance leads directly to the aisle in front of the first row (service staff must be informed).Hall 2: Accessible at ground evel, however there are several steps to the seating area. Hall 3: Several steps to the hall.Hall 4: Several steps to the Hall. Accessible at ground level via the emergency exit. Please inform the staff upon arrival. Hall 5: Accessible only via multiple stairs.
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Another German Tank Story
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The Assessment
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The Master and Margarita
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Special Screening: The Master and Margarita
Followed by a Q&A with director Michael LockshinBard College Berlin is cohosting with Yorck Kinogruppe a public screening of The Master and Margarita, a succes... More01.05.2025 at 20:00
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Special Screening: Green Screen Tour 24/25
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Special Screenings: Islands
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Sneak Preview
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