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Film Forum

There are 2 different ways to get in. Start with the one that needs the least from you.

Manhattan1 to Houston St; A/B/C/D/E/F/M to W 4th St; R/W to Prince St
The white ribbed interior of the Oculus transit hall

Library card → Culture Pass

Every way in

Ordered by how much work it takes.

  1. Library card → Culture Pass

    A little setup

    Needs: Library card

    Ticket to a select screening (film series, classic films, new indie films)

    • NYC's leading arthouse cinema — nonprofit since 1970. Culture Pass gets you into specific screenings only.
    Reserve a pass (opens in new tab)

  2. IDNYC — as a membership

    Set up first

    Needs: IDNYC

    Free 1-year membership, including free admission to regular screenings, discounts at concessions, and member communications

    Worth: Free membership

    1. Get your IDNYC card
    2. Visit Film Forum in person at 209 W Houston St, Greenwich Village
    3. Present your IDNYC card
    4. Complete membership registration
    Watch out: Must activate in person. 5-year rule applies.

What no route covers

These cost extra however you get in.

  • Most regular screenings require purchase; only specific Culture Pass screenings available
Official site (opens in new tab)