Did you know that The Mercury is the only cinema of its kind in Australia?

A member-run, community focussed cinema, The Mercury offers a unique subscription model with a full access option for $25 per month, which provides tickets to 300+ films across 800+ cinema sessions each year, as well as access to all filmmaker programs including workshops, funding, facilities and equipment.

The thoughtfully selected weekly cinema program includes Silverscreen each Tuesday, Friday and Sunday afternoon where local audiences meet over a complimentary morning tea and enjoy a matinee movie.

Programmed with older South Australians in mind, Silverscreen showcases the best in contemporary world cinema alongside recent award winners and the latest local and national films. It’s like a year-round film festival programmed just for you!

The Mercury is currently planning its 2025 screening and events schedule and is keen for input into the film interests and cinema habits of older South Australian so that it can best curate a tailored and bespoke program of films.

Click here for the survey link to add your ideas and feedback, and for your chance to win a double pass to attend a session of Silverscreen at The Mercury in 2025.

Seniors Card members can access a substantial discount at $10 per ticket for any Silverscreen session and travel free to The Mercury on the city’s public transport system which is free for Seniors Card members.

Each session of Silverscreen is introduced by a Mercury staff member or screen industry representative to provide background about the film, and audiences are encouraged to think critically and engage in dialogue with fellow patrons. It’s this sense of connection and community that makes Silverscreen at The Mercury truly special. Filmmaker Q&As and special guided discussions are also a regular part of the Silverscreen program.

Silverscreen has fostered an inclusive and friendly community of film buffs who come together to socialise and bond over a shared passion for movies. Meeting new and old friends for a day out is truly priceless.

Silverscreen audience members agree it’s an enjoyable and important part of their week.

“The Mercury films grounds my whole week.” Robin

“I love volunteering and catching up with friends at The Mercury. I tell everyone it’s Adelaide’s best kept secret.” Jenny

“I love being part of the Silverscreen program. On Tuesdays and Fridays, I can jump on my local train (free travel as a senior) and head to the city to visit the Mercury cinema. Each week we are shown amazing films from around the world which are curated by Ryder.” Chris

The Mercury is located in the cultural hub of the city’s vibrant West End, next to the Jam Factory and just a short walk from North Terrace tram stops and Adelaide railway station and is serviced by various bus routes.

Meet at The Mercury for complimentary morning and afternoon tea at each Silverscreen session or join one of the special monthly Retire Australia morning tea gatherings. Come for a film and stay for a cuppa and a chat.

For more information and see what’s coming soon to Silverscreen visit themercury.org.au, pick up a program from the cinema foyer or contact hello@themercury.org.au.

The Mercury is supported by Office for Ageing Well and Seniors Card to provide an affordable and accessible, specialist curated screening program - the Silverscreen program – tailored to older South Australians.