Odeon Camden will shut its doors for the final time on Tuesday, February 24.
In an email to filmgoers, it said: “We’re writing to let you know that ODEON Camden will be closing on February 24, 2026.
“We would like to sincerely thank you for choosing ODEON Camden and for enjoying the magic of the cinema with us. We hope you’ll continue to be our guest at one of our nearby cinemas, including ODEON Tottenham Court Road and ODEON Luxe Holloway.
ODEON has also invited members of its myLIMITLESS scheme to contact the Guest Services team if they wish to cancel or discuss their membership.
The closure follows Camden Council’s approval of major plans to transform the site and neighbouring Mecca Bingo into a mixed-use development.
Speaking about the plans, Chris Shaw of development group Camden Vision said: “The unanimous approval from Camden Council based off high levels of local support marks an exciting moment for Camden Town Xchange and the future of this iconic site.
“We’re grateful to everyone who shared their views through the consultation, which has helped shape a fantastic proposal that reflects Camden’s unique character and priorities.
“We’re eager to continue this collaboration as we deliver this missing part of the Camden Town jigsaw and will keep the community updated throughout the journey.”
The scheme, drawn up by architects AHMM, will include 244 student studios, 49 affordable homes and new shops, restaurants and a café.
A 1,000 sq m cultural and leisure space is planned for the former bingo hall, earmarked for use as a performance venue or immersive gallery.
While most of the cinema building will be demolished, its Art Deco frontage on Parkway will be restored and retained as part of the new development.
Plans drawn up by architects AHMM will replace largely blank street fronts with something more vibrant and appealing, including planting greenery.
Back in the summer it consulted with local residents and businesses who broadly welcomed the opportunity to breathe new life to Inverness Street Market and replace vacant or dated buildings which had drawn anti-social behaviour.
Philip Turner, executive director at AHMM, said the site was a rare opportunity for a pair of contemporary buildings to add to the existing distinctive character of Camden Town centre.
