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The year 2025 marks the centenary of Jack Lemmon, one of Hollywood’s most versatile and enduring talents. A multiple Academy Award winner, Lemmon is cherished by generations of audiences for his extraordinary range, seamlessly transitioning between sharp-witted comedic performances and deeply affecting dramatic roles. In celebration of this milestone, Widescreen Weekend is proud to present a curated selection of his most iconic films, offering a glimpse into the remarkable breadth of his career.  

As part of this tribute, we also shine a spotlight on Lemmon’s legendary on-screen partnership with Walter Matthau—a dynamic duo whose chemistry gave rise to some of the most memorable pairings in film history. From heartwarming comedies to poignant dramas, this retrospective honours Jack Lemmon’s enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of his work.

Friday 26 September 2025

• 18:45 – My Sister Eileen (U) Offbeat musical comedy capturing the wild energy of big-city aspirations. (Cubby Broccoli Cinema)

Saturday 27 September 2025

• 10:45 – Irma La Douce (15) Romantic farce with satirical bite, starring Lemmon and MacLaine in Parisian chaos. (Pictureville)

• 13:45 – Mister Roberts (U) Warm wartime comedy illuminating the quiet humanity behind military routines. (Cubby Broccoli Cinema)

Sunday 28 September 2025

• 12:00 – The Odd Couple (PG) Lemmon and Matthau shine in this legendary comedy of mismatched roommates. (Cubby Broccoli Cinema)

• 14:15 – The Front Page (12) A rapid-fire satire of tabloid journalism with Lemmon, Matthau, and Wilder at their best. (Cubby Broccoli Cinema).

>>Discover the full programme for Widescreen Weekend 2025 here.