Intermission during Long Films

At Pathé, everything revolves around providing the best film experience. We have noticed that long films sometimes call for a moment of rest. That is why we are starting a trial in which we are adding a 15-minute intermission to selected long films so that you have time to visit the toilet, stretch your legs or grab a snack from the shop.   


Why this trial?  

We often hear different opinions from our visitors about intermissions during long films. Some like to have a moment of rest, while others prefer to watch the film in one go. What we do see is that more and more visitors to longer films indicate a need for a short intermission. That is why we are starting a test with a number of long films, so that together we can discover what works best for your cinema experience.  

 

Where and when?  

The test period runs from 25 September to 26 November 2025 in the following cinemas:  

  • Pathé Ypenburg  

  • Pathé Buitenhof  

  • Pathé Scheveningen  

  • Pathé Zwolle  

Please note: for technical and logistical reasons, no intermission will be added in our Premium auditoriums (such as 4DX and Dolby Cinema) and Pathé Spuimarkt.  

 

How do I know if a screening has a intermission?  

When purchasing tickets online, you will see a “PAUSE” label in the time slot. This lets you know immediately whether the screening includes a intermission.  

Please note: At Pathé Zaandam and Pathé Vlissingen, we show a short intermission during all screenings.