When will the film be shown?

The screening begins on November 9, 2026, at 17:45.

How long is the documentary?

The film has a runtime of 89 minutes.

How much is the admission?

The regular price is 7.50 euros. Reduced tickets cost 6.50 euros, and for GE-pass holders, it is 4.00 euros.

Where will the event take place?

The screening will take place at Schauburg Filmpalast, Horster Straße 6, 45897 Gelsenkirchen.

What age is the film suitable for?

The documentary is approved for all ages.

Schalke between promotion and passion: This film shows the myth up close

Name: Mythos Schalke – A Lifetime
Start: 2026-11-09T17:45:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-09T19:14:00+01:00
Location: Schauburg Filmpalast

Experience Schalke history on the big screen

FC Schalke 04 stands for great football moments, deep connection, and a fan culture that goes far beyond the pitch. The documentary Mythos Schalke – A Lifetime brings this special identity to the Schauburg Filmpalast Gelsenkirchen on November 9, 2026.

A season between crisis, new beginnings, and championship

The 89-minute documentary by Christoph Küppers looks at the present and the tumultuous history of the Royal Blues. The focus is on the 2025/2026 second division season, which reached its emotional peak with the surprising championship win and the much-celebrated promotion to the 1. Bundesliga.

A look behind the scenes of the traditional club

The film opens the doors to the locker room and internal meetings. Close to those in charge and players, the production shows decision-making processes, tactical considerations, and the dynamics within the club. Among others, coach Miron Muslić, sporting director Frank Baumann, sports director Youri Mulder, captain Kenan Karaman, and striker Edin Dzeko can be seen and heard.

Fans and club legends in the spotlight

Alongside the current team, fans and influential figures from the club's history share their thoughts. Benedikt Höwedes, Olaf Thon, and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar contextualize the development of FC Schalke 04 and connect sporting successes with the memories of a passionate fanbase.

Stadium atmosphere in the cinema hall

Fan chants, audience noise, floodlight images, and the intense tension of the pitch transfer the emotional power of football to the cinema screen. The documentary not only tells of results, formations, or playing systems, but of the people behind the club and the special relationship between Schalke and its fans.

Conclusion: A must-see for Schalke hearts

Visitors can expect an emotional football film about new beginnings, tradition, and the unwavering passion for FC Schalke 04. Those wanting to closely follow the recent sporting developments of the Royal Blues and feel the soul of this traditional club will experience a special cinema evening at the Schauburg Filmpalast.