Kant Kino
Charlottenburg | Kantstr. 54, 10627 Berlin
One of the oldest cinemas in Berlin.
Ventilation with fresh air
How to get here
U Wilmersdorfer StraßeBicycle stand: In front of the cinema entrance
Telephone (Guest Service)Service: 030 322 931 322 | Kant Kino: 030 319 9866 | Eventanfragen: event@kantkinoberlin.de
About
Closed for renovations until 25 Jun. The Kant Kino is one of the oldest movie theaters in the city. Many of its guests have discovered their love of film here over the generations. It shows a fine selection of international productions as well as documentaries and children's movies.
History
Kant Kino is one of the oldest movie theaters in the city. For generations, many of its patrons have discovered their love of film here. A fine selection of international productions as well as documentaries and children's films are the heart of the programming.Two world wars, wild West Berlin nights in the 70s, the great cinema death - the Kant Kino has seen and survived a lot.In 1912, the Kant-Lichtspiele opened with one auditorium and about 800 seats. In the 1970s, the cinema was also a concert stage. David Bowie, NIck Cave, Joy Division ("Komakino"), AC/DC, The Police, Nina Hagen and Blondie: they were all here.Concerts are no longer held in the Kant Kino. Instead, the cinema now has five cozy halls, two of which were built in the 1980s. A reconstruction in 1997 made space for additional two halls.The large Hall 1 has remained as stunning as ever, as has the beautiful old wooden interior in the foyer. And the claim to provide its audience with first-class films - night after night, for more than a century.
1912
The Kant-Lichtspiele open with a single hall and about 800 seats in the building of the Kant Hotel.1929
The former hotel lobby becomes the cinema entrance.1975-1983
The cinema hall becomes a concert stage in the midst of the punk and new wave scene. David Bowie, Nick Cave, Patti Smith, Joy Division and many others play constantly sold-out shows.2001
After insolvency of the operator, the cinema has to close. But its comeback won't take long. A few months later, it reopens thanks to the new operator Gerhard Groß.2010
The Berlinale goes Kiez is a guest with its program.2011
Still under the management of Gerhard Groß, Kant becomes an independent member of the Yorck Group. A short time later it changes ownership again (Heinz Lochmann, Flott GmbH), but remains part of the Yorck Group.2017
Extensive renovation of Cinema 2 and the foyer and installation of air conditioning.Accessibility
Partially accessible
Foyer: Two steps in front of the entrance door. Ramp available upon request.Restrooms: Level access.
Hall 1-2: Accessible via stairs only.Hall 3-5: Accessible via stairs or elevator next to foyer. One wheelchair space available per hall.
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Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger
Documentary
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122 min
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Short Attacks: Kontrollverlust
Short film Program
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85 min
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Meeting the Buddha
Documentary
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144 min
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Mr. Nobody Against Putin
Documentary
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90 min
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Sneak Preview
Surprise screenings before German releaseThe Sneak Preview is the ultimate tip for movie lovers. Watch a film ahead of its official release and potentia... (More)08.03.2023 - 31.12.2025
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Best of Cinema
Cult films. Classics. Evergreens. Back on the big screenNationwide, monthly cinema series with classics and cult films. Every first Tuesday of the month at Kant Kino. ... (More)07.07.2026 - 01.12.2026
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Kant Shorts: Kontrollverlust
Short film series featuring programs from Short AttacksAs part of the new Kant Shorts series, we’ll be screening Short Attacks’ new short film programs every month. I... (More)23.09.2026 - 27.09.2026
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Special: LINKIN PARK: UNSHATTER
The new documentary as a unique global cinema eventFollowing the band from intimate 2022 studio sessions through their explosive _From Zero_ album release and con... (More)30.09.2026 - 03.10.2026
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Cinema & Coffee in the Kiez
Our new Midday SneakEvery 14 days – always on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. – four movie theaters are now hosting the “Cinema & Coffee in t... (More)30.09.2026 - 31.12.2026
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Special Screening: Meeting the Buddha
In the presence of representatives of Berlin's Buddhist communityA documentary about the life and work of the 16th Karmapa and his student Ole Nydahl – MEETING THE BUDDHA is a ... (More)01.10.2026 at 19:00
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Special Screening: Mr. Nobody Against Putin
In the presence of the film’s lead actor and co-director, Pawel “Pasha” TalankinDirected by David Borenstein and co-directed by Pasha Talankin MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN showcases rare footage ... (More)22.09.2026 at 18:30
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