Rocky Horror Revival
Get ready for a spooky screening of a cult classic, as The Rocky Horror Picture Show comes to the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. This 1975 musical comedy horror film has become a phenomenon, with its quirky characters, catchy songs, and outrageous story.
Dir: Jim Sharman
Cast: Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Richard O'Brien, Patricia Quinn, Nell Campbell, Jonathan Adams, Peter Hinwood
100 mins · 1975 · United Kingdom, United States of America, Netherlands Antilles · Cert 12A · English, German
IMDb 7.4/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 82% · Metacritic 65/100 · TMDB 7.4/10 · Trakt 77%
Awards: 4 wins & 4 nominations total
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Halloween pop-up Cinema in Central Gallery - The Rocky Horror Picture Show (12a) took place 31 Oct 2026 at Royal Pavilion (Brighton).
In the midst of a dark and stormy night, a young engaged couple, Brad and Janet, stumble upon a mysterious mansion, home to the enigmatic and seductive Dr Frank-N-Furter, a mad scientist with a penchant for creating life. As they become embroiled in a world of eccentric characters, they must navigate a complex web of desires, identities, and moral boundaries. With its blend of horror, science fiction, and comedy, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a true original, defying genre conventions and pushing the boundaries of what is acceptable on screen.
Directed by Jim Sharman and written by Sharman and Richard O'Brien, the film boasts an impressive cast, including Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, and Barry Bostwick. The movie's score is equally impressive, featuring a range of catchy and memorable songs, from the iconic "Time Warp" to the haunting "There's a Light". With a runtime of 100 minutes, this 1975 classic has been certified 12A and is a must-see for fans of cult cinema.
The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with an impressive 82% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 7.4/10 rating on IMDb. Viewers have also fallen under its spell, with many praising its originality, humor, and memorable characters. As one viewer noted, it's a film that "never gets old, never gets boring", while another described it as "trash, yes, but classy trash, and most enjoyable". On Saturday, 31 October 2026, the Royal Pavilion in Brighton will be transformed into a pop-up cinema, screening this cult classic in all its glory. The venue encourages attendees to dress up, with a prize for the Best Dressed Guest, and will offer a range of snacks and drinks for sale. For tickets or more details, click the button beside this article.
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What viewers say
AlexanderZ · 7/10
Trash, yes, but classy trash, and most enjoyable.
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FinFan · 10/10
There isn´t a movie around I have seen more often than this one. I can´t count it. Rocky Horror Show never gets old, never gets boring.
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TheChocolateFinger · 8/10
tbh i don’t get the ending and i wish they didn’t have that annoying narrator man
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Saint Pauly · 8/10
Like the floor of your favorite dive bar: sweet, sticky and tacky but man does it feel good to be home. I used to watch Rocky Horror every Saturday during a midnight movie deal when I was in college. After not having seen it for years, I caught it at an 11pm showing in Barcelona (in the beautiful Phenomena cinema) and settled so comfortably into the throwback that my stupid grin refused to dim.
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manicure · 7/10
Doesn’t make sense either as a horror spoof or as a musical, but I can’t help enjoying it each time. The songs are not even that good. It’s the quintessential cult classic of the seventies, the film that could turn camp and kitsch into an aesthetic experience. It gets a tad too dull during the second half, though.
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Marinka678 · 8/10
I'm so very late to the literal party. I went into this movie with a bunch of expectations because I've seen this pop up literally everywhere on every social media platform. But at the same time I had no idea what this movie was about. I don't think anyone could've possibly explained it to me either. What a ride. So this movie was so ahead of its time. Tim Curry is brilliant. He alone would be reason enough to at least watch this once. My…
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nmahoney416 · 7/10
That sure was something. Not sure what actually happened but I did like the music.
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tricksy
Moving on from the riotous cult stage show which was born in a small studio theatre in the early 70s, this movie version is a well-cast, outrageous romp showcasing the absurdity and sci-fi obsession of Richard O'Brien's inventive musical. The small cast - the wonderful Tim Curry as Frank 'n Furter (the sweet transvestite from transsexual Transylvania'); Barry Bostwick and Susan Sarandon as the odd science students Brad and Janet; Patricia Quinn…
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