A famous film star is to cut the ribbon on a new cinema in Peterborough this weekend.

Warwick Davis – whose career includes roles in Star Wars and Harry Potter among many other projects – will be cutting the ribbon on opening day from 11am to celebrate the first ever film shown at ODEON Luxe Peterborough.

ODEON's eight-screen venue at Queensgate Shopping Centre will welcome its first film fans on Sunday November 17.

To mark the occasion, the company is running an opening week offer, until November 24, with tickets for just £4 for all films, all seats and all formats - including IMAX. 

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ODEON will also be offering the first 100 guests a free large dispensed drink to enjoy with their film of choice.

A spokesperson for Queensgate Shopping Centre added: "We’re excited to welcome ODEON Luxe to Queensgate and to Peterborough.

“This opening marks a significant addition to our community, offering a top-tier entertainment experience right in the heart of the city.

“We look forward to seeing visitors enjoying the Luxe cinema and enhancing their trips to Queensgate with this incredible new offering.”

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