This collection of short films from Romania, Czech Republic, Belgium, Hungary, Italy and the UK present stories that are perfectly suited for children…
For age 3+, a collection of short films to delight little film fans.
Short films from around the world, recommended for age 7+
Enjoy a selection of short films, handpicked for ages 3+.
Enjoy our Shorts for Wee Ones short films in a more relaxed cinema environment.
Drop in and enjoy free creative activities inspired by our films.
A fun first cinema experience for little ones aged 0+.
DCA welcomes director Ashley Francis-Roy for a Q&A discussion after the film.Penelope & Jane: A Polar Love Story revisits Captain Scott’s legendary…
Selected by our Discovery Young Programmers, a powerful musical drama suitable for age 15+.
Animation from around the world for age 7+.
These magical tales will delight children age 3+
Part of Dundead Halloween 2026, a selection of films celebrating horror, cult and weird cinema at the spookiest time of year.
We are delighted to welcome Scottish musicians Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman back to DCA for a very special launch event for their new album.
Recommended for age 6+, a poetic French classic.
Screening in partnership with Dundee Mountain Film Festival. The Everest Dream is an inspiring mountaineering documentary that follows a remarkable…
Family Art Labs offer relaxed time and space to get making as a family. Try out creative with activities and explore techniques presented by local artists,…
This screening will include a Q&A with the filmmakers of some of the shorts. Each short will have on with on-screen subtitles and the Q&A will…
The Red Balloon is a magical tale about the friendship between a little boy and a balloon in 1950s Paris. A boy finds a red balloon tied to a streetlight.…
Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie contains several sequences with flashing lights that may affect those who are susceptible to photosensitive…
Portrait of Dorothy Gale is a new commission by Francis Dosoo, that takes Diana Ross’s portrayal of Dorothy in The Wiz (1978), a reimagining of The Wizard…
This two-part workshop takes you through practical animation activities and ideas for your class.
These Violent Delights contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.Having established…
The Gheorghius, a devout Romanian Norwegian couple, resettle in a village set in a distant fjord where they become close to their neighbours, the Halbergs.…
Wed 18 November, Wed 25 November & Wed 2 December 2026
Sat 28 & Sun 29 November 2026
Tue 24 November, Tue 1 December, Tue 8 December & Tue 15 December 2026
Wed 13 January, Wed 20 January, Wed 27 January, Wed 3 February & Wed 10 February 2027
Sat 13 & Sun 14 February 2027
Tue 9, Tue 16, Tue 23 & Tue 30 March 2027
Sat 20 & Sun 21 March 2027
Sat 24 & Sun 25 October 2026
Sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood must leave their Sussex estate following the sudden loss of their wealthy father and are forced to move in with a…
Juliette Binoche and Tom Courtenay star in this deeply moving drama about a family facing a devastating decision.Queen at Sea follows Amanda (Binoche)…
Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu (Birdman, The Revenant) returns with his original Digger, starring Tom Cruise in the title role.The…
Sat 25 October – Sun 2 November
Sat 31 October – Sun 8 November 2026
Book handpicked short films to show in your venue
We're excited to share the short films showing as part of Dundead Film Festival 2026.
We take a look back at the last two decades.
Taking short film workshops to Dundee primary schools
Mon 8 - Sun 14 September 2025
Aged 15–18 and interested in storytelling? Apply to join our exciting animation programme in October.
Sister Corita Kent, Peter Davies, Ruth Ewan, Emily Floyd, Scott Myles and Ciara Phillips
A look back at our first Stop Motion Animation Week.
Book the hit Discovery Film Festival animation for your venue
We share more about our partnership project with Options in Life to mark Climate Week 2025.
We're thrilled to welcome school groups for free screenings and creative workshops.
Minimum 4 shifts between 31 October - 18 November
Age 15–19 and interested in film? Apply to join our exciting summer programme!
Get excited for the 21st edition of Discovery Film Festival from Sat 19 October to Sun 3 November! We're thrilled to announce that this year's Schools…
George Barber and Jaygo Bloom
See what's coming up for all ages at this year's festival
Over 3,600 pupils visited our 2025 festival to experience films and creative workshops
Join a workshop, visit the galleries and enjoy a space for lunch
Sat 19 October – Sun 3 November
Starts Fri 31 October
Find out what's on for families during September and download our Family Activity Calendar
Tickets for screenings, courses and workshopsTickets cannot be refunded after purchase except in the case of a cancelled screening or event. In the event…
See what's on including Sense and Sensibility, Hope, Just an Illusion, and more!
Families takeover Gallery 1 to kick start the school holidays
We need your support in Dundee City Council’s budget consultation
Take a look at the prints, artwork and fun created at DCA during the school holidays
A look back at our first Baby Takeover in June 2026.
We've made some additions to the line-up
Q&A with Dundead 2025 illustrator Katriona Gillon
Don't miss Ken Russell’s The Devils in 4K and more spooky treats, newly added to our Dundead Halloween programme.
See the animations and prints created during our ST/ART Spring School 2025.
Take a look back at our 2026 festival celebrating horror, cult and weird cinema.
Maps DNA and Spam
Richard Wright
'The Sea, with a Ship; afterwards an Island'
Captioned screenings, audio description and more.
More information about our approach to Relaxed screenings.
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We’re excited to be part of a huge autumn for culture in Dundee
Pupils from Blackness Academy create stop motion animations exploring fashion and recycled materials.
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Bringing you new releases, vintage favourites and indie gems from around the world
A memorial exhibition
The Weather Makers
sub-fusc love-feast
Q&A with Matthew Wilson
Celebrating Burns Night with a new Dundonian Scots edition of Hello In There Wee One
Funding news
As part of our long-term partnership with Dundee International Women’s Centre (DIWC), their Flourish parenting group created their very own Riso printed…
In November, we hosted Dominic McKeown as part of the first iteration of the DCA Print Studio x Jerwood Residencies
DCA Print Studio x Jerwood Residency
Free and fun activities for families during the school holidays
Colour characters and places designed by illustrator Kate Benzie
It's been a record-breaking year for horror, cult and weird cinema at DCA
As Disclosure Day arrives on our screens, the DCA team pick their favourite Steven Spielberg movie moments…
Online Shop Delivery and ReturnsAll our Online Shop deliveries are sent by either tracked courier or Royal Mail. When the shipment is ready we will contact…
More information about our approach to captioned screenings.
