
What we’re about
👋 HELLO AND WELCOME TO THE HIDEOUT!
London’s hyper-active thriller, sci-fi, and horror film club — built by fans, for fans.
We’re a buzzing community of die-hard film lovers, indie filmmakers, comic geeks, and sci-fi dreamers who adore everything from Hitchcock to Kubrick, Carpenter to Cameron.
We meet regularly for screenings, share laughs over drinks, and rave (or rant) together on our Letterboxd Page. You’ll also find us hanging out at our BFI Riverfront socials — always a great time. We stay on top of film news, and members get to vote on what we watch next via our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (unlocked after your first meetup).
We’re all about supporting independent cinema — from The Film Festival Guild to the Prince Charles Cinema, the BFI, Medicinema, and more. That means we’ll often snag special perks and early access as part of our crew. From road trips to spooky festivals, pub quizzes to Riverfront hangouts, there’s always something fun in the mix.
Come hang out with a great crowd — we’d love to have you with us.
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📱 CONNECT WITH US
- Whatever the time of year, we do our best to stay active and easy to reach. You’ll find us on Instagram, Facebook Group, and YouTube. You can also join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or subscribe to our WhatsApp News Channel or Telegram Channel for quiet updates without the group chat — totally up to you.
🔊 HOW WE ROLL
- Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind
- Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change
- This group is for over-18s only
🌐 FOLLOW US ONLINE
- Letterboxd
- WhatsApp News Channel
- Telegram Channel
- YouTube
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group
- Instagram (Jonny)
- Threads
🫂RELATED HANGOUTS
Upcoming events
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🌕🎬 THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS (🦇DRESS UP NIGHTMARISHLY)
Victory House French Bistrot & Wine Bar, 14 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BZ, London, GB💀🎄 Life’s no fun without a good scare — even at Christmas. And honestly… there’s nothing better than a London Christmas–Halloween mashup in the best city on the planet.
Hey guys 👋
Let’s be real — none of us were ready for Halloween month to end. So we’re smashing it straight into Christmas, because the best kind of chaos happens when those two worlds collide. And since this is Tim Burton’s legendary holiday crossover, let’s go full-on spooky: dress up nightmarishly, be bold, be creepy, let's have fun with it.
One of the joys of this film is how otherworldly everything looks, no familiar landscapes, no comfort zones, just pure Burton magic. Even Santa would be unrecognisable without his red suit! To be fair, he might be shocked if he looked in the mirror… or pleasantly surprised. So whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, come get scary with us and enjoy a cosy-creepy night out.
We’ll kick things off with a relaxed pre-film meet-up at Victory House Wine Bar. After that, we’ll head over to Cineworld (Screen One) for the film, and we’ll be sitting in seats A7 and A8. Feel free to choose a seat nearby if you prefer! After the movie, we’ll regroup for a casual Letterboxd Review and then head over to The Three Lanterns for drinks and a festive-spooky hangout. The reservation’s under The Hideout Club.
Let’s have some great fun — I’m really looking forward to this and can’t wait to catch you guys there.
Dar
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👉 HEADS UP
- If you sign up but later can’t make it, please 🙏 just drop us a quick message (or change your RSVP) — it really helps with planning. And follow us @thehideoutmax on Instagram — for fun updates!
🗓 SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN
- 6:30 PM: Drinks (Victory House Wine Bar)
- 7:15 PM: Cineworld Leicester Square (Screen 1)
- 8:55 PM: Social (Three Lanterns)
📱STAY CONNECTED
- Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our WhatsApp Channel or Telegram Channel for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer!
🎬 PLOT DETAILS
- Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion. Trailer
🎟️ TICKET INFO & PRICES
- Price: £5:99
- Members Price: £0:00
- Tickets: Cineworld Leicester Square
📍VENUE ADDRESS
- Victory House Wine Bar: 14 Leicester Pl, London WC2H 7BZ
- Cineworld Leicester Square: 5-6 Leicester Square, London WC2H 7NA
- The Three Lanterns: 5 Lisle St, London WC2H 7BG
🔊 HOW WE ROLL
- Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind
- Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change
- This group is for over-18s only
🌐 FOLLOW US ONLINE
- Letterboxd
- WhatsApp News Channel
- Telegram Channel
- YouTube
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group
- Instagram (Jonny)
- Threads
🫂RELATED HANGOUTS
8 attendees
🎅🎬 SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT (2025)
Leicester Square, Leicester Square , Email us at contact@xxclusive.co.uk, London, GB🪓 Silent nights are deceivingly quiet… until they're not.
When someone’s lurking in the background, craving the payback you know you owe, well, let’s just say there’s a price for those who’ve been more naughty than nice…
Hey guys! 👋 I’m genuinely excited about this Christmas - not just for the twinkling lights, but also for the redemption, shall we say. So if you thought Halloween was over and done, think again, because this week, we’re diving into the brand-new reimagining of the 1984 slasher classic.
This one’s written and directed by Mike P. Nelson and first premiered at Fantastic Fest earlier this year, and it made enough noise to land a general release. It is also produced by the same mad guys behind the Terrifier Series… so, I'm guessing this one is going to be very mad as well.
This may not be for the faint-hearted, but if you’re up for it, let’s catch up for pre-drinks before heading to the movie. Final details will be updated closer to the time.
Either way, it should be a fun one — see you guys at the meetup! 💬
Jonny
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👉 HEADS UP
- If you sign up but later can’t make it, please 🙏 just drop me a quick message (or change your RSVP) — it really helps with planning. And follow me @jonnyhideout or our club @thehideoutmax on Instagram — just for fun!
🗓 SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN
- Details will be updated closer to the date.
📱STAY CONNECTED
- Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our WhatsApp Channel or Telegram Channel for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer!
🎬 PLOT DETAILS
- A child witnesses his parents' murder by a man in a Santa suit. Years later, as an adult, he dons a Santa costume himself and embarks on a violent quest for retribution against those responsible for the traumatic event from his childhood. Trailer
🎟️ TICKET INFO & PRICES
- Coming Soon
📍VENUE ADDRESS
- Leicester Square (tba)
🔊 HOW WE ROLL
- Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind
- Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change
- This group is for over-18s only
🌐 FOLLOW US ONLINE
- Letterboxd
- WhatsApp News Channel
- Telegram Channel
- YouTube
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group
- Instagram (Jonny)
- Threads
🫂OUR MEETUP CLUBS
8 attendees
🎄 OUR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SOCIAL 🥂
BFI Southbank, BFI Southbank, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XT, GB☃️ Like a favourite movie scene, imagine stepping out of the cold and into the twinkling lights. The world outside may be frosty, but there’s a quiet sense of hope in the air. And honestly, the real strength and comfort come from having good friends around. May that soft glow bring you hope and guide your path.
👋 Happy Holidays, everyone! 🎁 Looks like that magical season is back — the one some of us absolutely adore, and the one some of us find a little bittersweet. But that’s exactly why we do this every year: to remind ourselves that community can bring some light, warmth, and laughter into the winter months. We’ve almost made it to the end of the year, and along the way we’ve shared films and experiences, made new friends, created great memories, and turned strangers into familiar faces. So let’s meet in the middle again and close out 2025 with a cosy hangout by the river.
🦌 This is our blended Christmas social with Movie Roadhouse, The Hideout, and the super-cool Ani-Mates London — and you’re all invited. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, you’ll fit right in. We’re just a chilled crowd of movie fans, creators, filmmakers, animators, artists, and all-round film nerds who love hanging out and talking about the things that make life feel great.
We’ll be gathering from 4pm at the cosy BFI Bar & Kitchen (Lightbox entrance), on the ground floor of BFI Southbank. It’s one of our favourite spots — warm, inviting, and overlooking Waterloo Bridge and the River Thames. The bar has a great selection of food and drinks, and there’s plenty of space to wander, mingle, and catch up. The reservation is under Movie Roadhouse — just ask any BFI bar staff to point you in the right direction and they’ll guide you over.
Let’s celebrate the Christmas season together, make some new memories, and maybe even some new friends. Having something good in common is always a perfect place to start, and the best warmth is in the company we keep.
We’d absolutely love to see you there 🥂
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👉 HEADS UP
- If you sign up but later can’t make it, please 🙏 just drop us a quick message (or change your RSVP) — it really helps with planning. And follow us @thehideoutmax on Instagram — for fun updates!
📍 MEETUP DETAILS
- Time: 4:00 pm onwards
- Reservation Name: Movie Roadhouse
- Reservation Area: Bar & Kitchen (Ground Level)
- Address: Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XT
📱STAY CONNECTED
- Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our WhatsApp Channel or Telegram Channel for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer!
🔊 HOW WE ROLL
- Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind
- Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change
- This group is for over-18s only
🌐 FOLLOW US ONLINE
- Letterboxd
- WhatsApp News Channel
- Telegram Channel
- YouTube
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group
- Instagram (Jonny)
- Threads
🫂RELATED HANGOUTS
16 attendees
💀🎬 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE (FILM & SOCIAL)
Leicester Square, Cranbourn Street, London, GB☣️ Time cannot kill a virus, but a virus cannot destroy the beast within us. The barbarian inside us never truly dies.
Hey guys 👋 We’re now entering the second chapter of the post-apocalyptic trilogy that began with 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. This new story continues in the same universe but takes things in a darker, almost in a spiritual direction — exploring the rise of a new kind of religion. This entry will be directed by Nia DaCosta, with Danny Boyle returning as producer.
Whatever you thought of 28 Years Later , it was at the very least original — with its subdued mother-and-son storyline and bold new direction. This sequel looks set to build on that, expanding Spike’s journey and the sinister cult of the Jimmies, led by the chilling Sir Jimmy Crystal. Once again, the virus isn’t the real enemy.
We’ll be gathering for a chilling Saturday of film and social time — probably chatting about the series, apocalyptic religions, or something along those lines. Final details will be updated closer to the time.
It should be a fun one — see you guys at the meetup! 💬
Tom & Jonny
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👉 HEADS UP
- If you sign up but later can’t make it, please 🙏 just drop me a quick message (or change your RSVP) — it really helps with planning. And follow me @jonnyhideout or our club @thehideoutmax on Instagram — just for fun!
🗓 SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN
- Details will be updated closer to the date.
📱STAY CONNECTED
- Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our WhatsApp Channel or Telegram Channel for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer!
🎬 PLOT DETAILS
- A messenger on a bicycle awakens from a coma to discover that the world has been invaded by zombies following the outbreak of a virus. Trailer
🎟️ TICKET INFO & PRICES
- Coming Soon
📍VENUE ADDRESS
- Leicester Square (tba)
🔊 HOW WE ROLL
- Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind
- Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change
- This group is for over-18s only
🌐 FOLLOW US ONLINE
- Letterboxd
- WhatsApp News Channel
- Telegram Channel
- YouTube
- Facebook Page
- Facebook Group
- Instagram (Jonny)
- Threads
🫂RELATED HANGOUTS
17 attendees
Past events
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