Buy tickets for Surprise Film | BFI London Film Festival 2025

Screening dates and booking

Check which tickets are still available across the festival – and find out about extra ticket releases and standby queues.

Introduction

Let the guessing game begin… We’ve surprised you with some great films in the past, including Saturday Night, Ferrari, The Menu, Uncut Gems and Lady Bird. ‘What’s next,’ we hear you ask? Well, there’s only one way to find out. Take a leap of faith and buy a ticket.

How to book

Tickets start from £10 for all screenings and events in London, with concessions available for many screenings. Booking information and ticket prices.

If you’re aged 16 to 25, sign up for free to BFI 25 and Under for a chance to get £6 tickets to all screenings and events (subject to availability).

Missed out?

More tickets may become available for these screenings before and during the festival. Find out about extra ticket releases and standby queues.

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