Going to See a Movie in English
Living in Stuttgart doesn’t have to mean missing out on the best new blockbuster films! There are a variety of places where you can enjoy that delightful movie-going experience.
1. Corso Cinema International
This two-room cinema in Vaihingen is a community experience. There’s open seating, making it great for meeting a group. Corso Cinema specializes in films in their original English version, without dubbing or subtitles; occasional screenings in other languages come with English subtitles. Tickets can be bought online in advance or at the box office (cash in euros, debit and most credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay). View the current week’s schedule and make your reservations on the Corso cinema website.
2. Various Movie Theaters, About Once a Week
Normal movie theaters in Stuttgart also sometimes offer movies in English. For example, Cinemaxx Stuttgart SI-Centrum and EM Filmtheater regularly show films in English. You can use this site to see this week’s schedule for all Stuttgart cinemas. Look for “OV” for original version or “OmU” for original version with subtitles. As long as the original language is English, you’re good to go! Most of these theaters offer online booking with a seat reservation, so be sure you plan in advance if you’d like to sit with people you know. You can still buy tickets at the door, but your seating options may be limited.
3. Patch Movie Theater
Patch Barracks has its own movie theater. Movies are generally screened on weekends, with an occasional additional screening on holidays. Tickets are available in US dollars at the theater, which opens one hour before the first screening each day. You can see the current Patch Theater schedule.
A Note on Popcorn
Most Germans will tell you: one of the most stereotypical complaints of Americans in Germany is about popcorn. Germans prefer their popcorn lightly sweetened (suess) rather than salty (salzig). Many an American has had an indignantly surprised or disappointed reaction to this unexpected flavor! Some cinemas offer both options, or even more creative versions, but be sure to check before you buy.
