Tilsiter Lichtspiele

Tilsiter Lichtspiele is a historic movie theater in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg with two screening rooms of different sizes. The main hall accommodates around 69 viewers, while a smaller secondary room holds approximately 26 seats.

The building opened in 1908 as a Kinematograph theater and closed its doors in 1961. After decades of sitting unused, three filmmakers restored the venue in 1994 and brought it back to life.

The cinema shows films from Europe, America, and Asia while hosting film concerts with live music and author readings throughout the year. Visitors experience programming that goes beyond typical mainstream cinema.

The venue is easily accessible by public transportation and sits in a lively neighborhood with many cafes and bars nearby. It is worth planning some extra time to explore the surrounding area before or after your visit.

The secondary screening room transformed into a dedicated documentary film space called DokFilmKino in 2017. This shift makes the venue a place with specialized focus on documentary storytelling.

Location: Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Address: Richard-Sorge-Straße 25, 10249 Berlin

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 16:00-24:00+, Saturday,Sunday 14:00-24:00+

Website: http://tilsiter-lichtspiele.de

GPS coordinates: 52.52075,13.44735

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:05