Cocoon

  • Sunday, Jul 12

  • Tuesday, Jul 14

Showtimes updated on Tuesday evenings
Legend
OCOpen Captioned
Special Content
35mm
SFSensory Friendly
Cinema Studies

Cocoon

Presented on 35mm—Q&A with Ron Howard on July 12

Ron Howard’s heartwarming science-fiction fable of a Florida retirement community which comes into contact with aliens explores the complexities of aging and the joy of discovery, featuring memorable performances from beloved actors like Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Jack Gilford, Jessica Tandy, and many more.

When they break into their reclusive neighbor’s pool in an attempt to recapture some of the thrill of their youth, the central group of seniors succeed more than they ever could have imagined, as the swimming pool, in actuality a repurposed Alien healing chamber, begins to rejuvenate them with their long lost youth.

"A lot of directors are deft: Howard is deft and tasteful, and his instinct for handling actors — when to let them go and when to rein them in — is remarkable."
Jay Carr, Boston Globe
"Cocoon is one of the sweetest, gentlest science-fiction movies I’ve seen, a hymn to the notion that aliens might come from outer space and yet still be almost as corny and impulsive as we are."
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

SPECIAL EVENTS

Q&A with Filmmaker and JBFC Board Member Ron Howard

Q&A with Filmmaker and JBFC Board Member Ron Howard

Sunday, Jul. 12 2026, 3:30

This event is Priority Purchase. Members at the Film Buff level and above log in now to purchase tickets. Any remaining tickets will go on sale Thursday, June 25 at noon. Call membership at 914.773.7663, ext 6 to join or upgrade today for the next Priority Purchase!

Tickets: $30 (members), $35 (nonmembers)

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