Temporary and Christmas closures
The library will close at 3pm on Wednesday 6 December for a private event. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. The library will close for the Christmas period at 7pm on Friday 22 December. We will re-open at 11am on Tuesday 2 January 2024.
Visiting the library
How to find the library, access information and request materials in advance.
Find out moreSearch the collections
Search our database of the films, TV, images, scripts, books and journals we hold.
Search the collectionsDigital library on demand service
Request scans of book chapters or journal articles if you can't visit in person.
Make a requestLibrary reading room
The Edwin Fox Foundation Reading Room is open to anyone – from BFI Southbank cinemagoers to researchers.
Find out moreEvents programme
We host a range of talks and events throughout the year.
Explore the Library events programmeBFI Reuben Library team
Biographies and research interests of the BFI Reuben Library team.
Find out moreLibrary policies
Our acquisition and donations policies, and our commitments to helping visitors and researchers.
Find out moreWe would like to thank our generous supporters.
Principal funders
The Reuben Foundation
Major benefactors
The Edwin Fox Foundation
Additional support
The Hintze Family Charitable Foundation