20th Century Flicks
📍 Bristol, South West
Bristol's longest-running video shop with over 20,000 films to rent. Two intimate screening rooms available for private bookings. New releases rent for 3 nights, classics for 7 nights. 24/7 drop box for returns.
This is one of my favourite things about Bristol. It’s incredible how with ingenuity and shear passion these guys have kept going for well over 20 years! Keep 20th Century flicks alive - there are few other ways to access so many great / old / international / art house / under appreciated films alive and seen! If you’ve not discovered this place you need to do so now.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with older children or teenagers who want something beyond mainstream cinema. The private screening rooms are a strong option for special occasions — birthdays and celebrations with a hand-picked film. Staff recommendations make navigating 20,000 titles practical.
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Louise Emerson
2 months ago
“This is one of my favourite things about Bristol. It’s incredible how with ingenuity and shear passion these guys have kept going for well over 20 years! Keep 20th Century flicks alive - there are few other ways to access so many great / old / international / art house / under appreciated films alive and seen! If you’ve not discovered this place you need to do so now.”
Passion
7 months ago
“This place feels like heaven for me. I unfortunately only went to browse and check out the store but that was more than enough to sell me on dedicating some time to thinking about what I’d choose as my cinema screening here. Insanely kind staff. This is a gem of a shop that I want to see stay open forever. Support it folks!”
Louise Woodhams
3 years ago
“Fantastic place with all the movies you can think of. Booked kino for two for my birthday to watch the time machine. Was a wonderful experience, awesome decor, friendly movie nerdity and great snacks. Perfect for all cinephiles and will definitely be back!”
Kothmini Samarakoon
4 months ago
“This is a charming, old-school movie rental shop with unbelievable collection of movies. Staff is very friendly. Brilliant spot for a movie lover or anyone wanting a hit of nostalgia.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
20th Century Flicks on Christmas Steps in Bristol has operated since 1982 with a collection of over 20,000 films spanning art house, international, classic, and recent releases. Two screening rooms offer private cinema experiences including the Kino for Two format. A Megascreen location handles larger screenings. Staff knowledge of the collection is consistently praised. New films rent for 3 nights, classics for 7, with a 24/7 drop box for returns.
