The refurbished four-screen venue, inside the historic Grade II-listed Chubb Building, screened its first films on Friday, July 11, 2025, and continues to deliver the latest Hollywood blockbusters and more.

To celebrate its birthday, Lockworks has a special £5 offer on tickets this Saturday (July 11) for all seats and screens.

Experienced independent commercial operator, PDJ, converted the 8,000sqft council-owned space from an out-dated two-screen venue to a state-of-the-art facility, providing a luxury offer to movie-goers at affordable prices.

Not only is it a place for family fun, but it has helped change the lives of residents in the area by creating 23 job opportunities for local people.

PDJ and the council made a £2million joint investment in the critical refurbishment and fit-out programme of the Lockworks Cinema and entered into a 30-year lease.

Councillor Stephen Simkins, City of Wolverhampton Council Leader, said: “What a fantastic first year it has been for Lockworks Cinema, which has become a major attraction in our visitor economy – and big congratulations to our partner PDJ and all the cinema staff.

“It is all part of our city centre transformation, creating new destinations, better public spaces and inner-city living opportunities, coupled to a broader entertainment and events programme.

“The cinema, working alongside popular venues like the art gallery, Grand Theatre and University of Wolverhampton at The Halls, all drive footfall to support local businesses.”

The council also worked closely with the Chubb Building landlord, Midlands Industrial Association (MIA), who oversee a range of businesses already within the buildings, to bring forward the cinema scheme.

Keep an eye on the www.lockworkscinema.co.uk website for details on film releases and tickets. You can also check out Lockworks Cinemas on Facebook and @lockworkscinemas on Instagram.