In this psychological sci-fi thriller from 2001,Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Donnie Darko, a troubled teenager ,who is told the world will end in 28 days, 6 hours ,42 minutes and 12 seconds by Frank (James Duval) a mysterious figure in a rabbit costume. As the day for the end of the world approaches, he attempts to learn more about his sleepwalking and hallucinations, whilst Frank manipulates him into committing a series of crimes

Doors are 6pm with the film starting at 6:30pm.

Open 7-days per week from 10am until 5pm, you can visit the family-friendly historic attraction, located in Newcastle city centre, to reveal the story of how Newcastle began, the reason the City got its name and to walk in the steps of the people who lived and died in the shadow of Newcastle Castle. Steeped in history this imposing Norman fortress, is a rugged reminder of Northern England’s turbulent history.

Please note:

This film screening takes place in the Great Hall of Newcastle Castle Keep which is unfortunately inaccessible to wheelchair users.. Doors will open at approximately 6pm, with the film starting at 6.30pm.

All films are age certified by the BBFC, and we will check identification upon entry.

Reasonably priced refreshments will be available for all your sweets and drink needs. We aren’t a licensed venue, so for this event there will be no sale of alcohol.

As we’re nice people, we don’t mind our attendees bringing in their own refreshments or drinks, but please consider that anything you spend with us help us to ‘Keep the Castle going’. If you do bring your own refreshments, we simply ask that you are respectful of the venue and other customers and tidy up anything you’ve brought before leaving.

We also ask that upon leaving, you’re respectful of those around us, we are at the heart of the city in many ways, and we’re very appreciative of the fact people leave in a quiet and respectful manner.

We do reserve the right to remove anyone not adhering to the above or being respectful of the venue and event.