Peru · CULTURE
Key Facts
- —What happened Four cinema chains operate in Lima, each publishing a daily cartelera of showtimes.
- —Cheapest ticket Cineplanet’s Wednesday-only deal at S/9.90 (about US$3), via its Sip loyalty scheme.
- —The real story No single price list exists; each chain runs its own promotions with different dates and conditions.
- —The catch The Wednesday deal ends 26 August 2026, and no Fiesta del Cine has been announced for August.
- —Where it happens Cineplanet Alcázar in Miraflores, Cinemark Jockey Plaza, and UVK Larcomar are key venues.
- —What comes next The 30th Lima film festival has ended; no new edition or Fiesta del Cine dates are announced.
Weekday discounts to Wednesday-only deals make Lima’s cinema prices vary widely. A daily cartelera means showtimes change quickly.
This Lima cinema guide helps you find screens, prices and addresses across the Peruvian capital. Four chains operate here, and each publishes its own daily cartelera, so check before you go.
Lima Cinema Guide: The Four Chains
Overall, Lima, the capital of Peru, has four cinema chains: Cineplanet, Cinemark, Cinépolis and UVK Multicines. The Lima cinema guide covers each chain’s multiple branches across the city.
Moreover, every cinema publishes a cartelera, which is the daily film listing. The Lima cinema guide notes that what’s on today may not be on tomorrow.
Meanwhile, the four chains operate many branches across the city. However, each has its own promotions and conditions.
The four chains operate many branches across the city. However, each has its own promotions and conditions.
Ticket Prices and Promotions
There is no single official price list for Lima cinemas. Instead, each chain offers specific promotions with their own dates and conditions.
For example, Cinemark sells a 2D ticket at S/10.90 (about US$3) Monday to Friday, valid from 3 August to 30 September 2026. Another Cinemark campaign offers S/11.90 (about US$4) any day, valid until 31 August 2026.
Meanwhile, Cineplanet has a Wednesday-only deal at S/9.90 (about US$3) through its Sip loyalty scheme, but it ends on 26 August 2026. In addition, Cinemark also sells a coupon booklet at S/5.90 (about US$2).
It claims savings up to S/150 (about US$45), according to the chain’s promotions page. Meanwhile, Cinemark also sells a coupon booklet at S/5.90 (about US$2).
It claims savings up to S/150 (about US$45), according to the chain’s promotions page.
Cineplanet Discounts and Locations
However, Cineplanet offers a 2D ticket at S/13.90 (about US$4) instead of S/35.00 (about US$10) via Yape. It is valid only at Lima Metropolitana branches.
That is a 60% discount, according to PromosPe. Cineplanet Alcázar is at Avenida Santa Cruz 814-816, Miraflores, on the third floor of the Centro Comercial Alcázar.
It opens from 11am, with the last screening around 10.30pm. Cineplanet Centro is at Jirón de la Unión 819, in the historic centre, open daily from 11am.
Cineplanet Centro Cívico is inside the Real Plaza Centro Cívico, but no opening hours are published. Besides, Cineplanet Centro Cívico is at Avenida Inca Garcilazo de la Vega 1337.
However, no opening hours were published for this branch.
Cinemark and UVK Venues
For example, Cinemark Jockey Plaza is at Avenida Javier Prado Este 4200, inside the Jockey Plaza shopping centre. It generally opens from 11am until the last evening screening.
UVK Multicines Larcomar is at Malecón de la Reserva 610, in the Larcomar clifftop shopping centre. It is generally open from 11am until midnight.
Cinemark Plaza Lima Sur is in Chorrillos, but the address has no street number; it is listed as Av. Prolongación Paseo de La República s/n.
Meanwhile, UVK Multicines Larcomar is at Malecón de la Reserva 610, in Miraflores. However, no ticket prices were found for UVK in August 2026.
What’s Showing on Monday 24 August
In addition, on Monday 24 August 2026, Lima cinemas listed several films. These included EL DÍA D: BAJO PRESIÓN, a drama with Brendan Fraser, and LA ODISEA, a fantasy directed by Christopher Nolan.
Other titles included SPIDER-MAN: UN NUEVO DÍA, EL FINAL DE LA CALLE OAK, and EL GRAN VIAJE, an animation. Certificates are A for all audiences and B14 for not recommended under 14.
Most screenings are labelled ‘2D – Doblada’, meaning dubbed into Spanish; no Lima screen was confirmed to show original-language versions with subtitles. In addition, the film EL DÍA D: BAJO PRESIÓN is a drama with Brendan Fraser.
However, certificates are A for all audiences and B14 for not recommended under 14.
Arthouse Options at the Cultural Centre
Meanwhile, for arthouse and repertory films, the Centro Cultural PUCP screens at Avenida Camino Real 1075, San Isidro. Its general ticket is S/17.00 (about US$5), with discounts for students and older people at S/15.00 (about US$4).
Moreover, special rates exist: S/13.00 (about US$4) for CONADIS disability, S/12.00 (about US$4) for PUCP members. And S/10.00 (about US$3) for wheelchair spaces and Lunes cinéfilos.
Meanwhile, the Centro Cultural PUCP also offers a discounted rate with a BBVA card. However, tickets are available at ccpucpencasa.
com and at the box office.
Festival Season Has Ended
The 30th Festival Internacional de Cine de Lima PUCP ran from 6 to 15 August 2026 and has finished. Its ticket prices were S/21 general (about US$6), S/19 (about US$6) for students and older people.
And S/14 (about US$4) for PUCP undergraduates and CONADIS. Therefore, if you missed it, you will have to wait for the next edition.
No new festival dates have been announced. In addition, the festival’s ticket prices were S/21 (about US$6) general and S/19 (about US$6) for students.
However, the festival has ended, so no more tickets are sold.
The Fiesta del Cine Promotion
The Fiesta del Cine is a nationwide promotion run by the cinema chains, selling cut-price tickets for a few days. Its February 2026 edition ran from 9 to 11 February, with 2D tickets at S/6.50 (about US$2).
However, no Fiesta del Cine has been announced for August 2026. The only documented editions are in January and February.
Meanwhile, the Fiesta del Cine also offered 3D tickets at S/8 (about US$2). However, no edition has been announced for August 2026.
Practical Tips for Movie-Goers
Always check the daily cartelera because listings are not valid for the whole week. Also, remember that the sol is Peru’s currency, and the exchange rate is about 3.356 soles per US dollar.
In short, this Lima cinema guide gives you the essentials, but always confirm times and prices at the venue. Enjoy the show.
In addition, always check the daily cartelera because listings are not valid for the whole week. However, remember that the sol is Peru’s currency, and the exchange rate is about 3.356 soles per US dollar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the cinema chains in Lima?
Four chains operate in Lima: Cineplanet, Cinemark, Cinépolis and UVK Multicines. Each has multiple branches across the city.
How much is a movie ticket in Lima?
Prices vary by promotion. For example, Cinemark sells 2D tickets at S/10.90 (about US$3) on weekdays, while Cineplanet has a Wednesday deal at S/9.90 (about US$3).
Where can I find arthouse films in Lima?
The Centro Cultural PUCP in San Isidro screens arthouse and repertory films. General tickets are S/17.00 (about US$5), with discounts for students and older people.
Is the Lima film festival still on?
No, the 30th Festival Internacional de Cine de Lima PUCP ran from 6 to 15 August 2026 and has ended. No new edition has been announced.
Connected Coverage
Sources: RPP Noticias; Cinemark Perú; Cineplanet; La Cartelera Perú; CarteleraCine.pe; Infocines; Portal Miraflores; El Informante Perú; PuntoEdu PUCP; Infobae Perú; La República; PromosPe; SUNAT.
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