Film library | IMAX Melbourne

IMAX documentaries are created to educate and enlighten as much as they entertain.

Our films offer educators a powerful teaching tool that is easily integrated into existing curriculum topics across a range of learning areas.

Perfectly positioned as part of the world-class Melbourne Museum, we offer joint packages including an inspiring IMAX film in conjunction with a Museum visit or learning program. Visit the Museum learning page for more information.

IMAX excursions can be booked between 10am and 2pm weekdays during term time.

Please contact us on 13 11 02 between 9am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday or email us to make a booking.

IMAX documentaries are created to educate and enlighten as much as they entertain.

Our films offer educators a powerful teaching tool that is easily integrated into existing curriculum topics across a range of learning areas.

IMAX excursions can be booked between 10am and 2pm weekdays during term time.

Please contact us on 13 11 02 between 9am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday or email us to make a booking.

A Beautiful Planet 3D

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Exempt from Classification*

A Beautiful Planet 3D

This stunning IMAX 3D film will provide your students with a unique perspective and understanding of our planet and galaxy, sharing an awe-inspiring glimpse of Earth and a hopeful look into the future of humanity.

Teacher Information: Suitable for students in Grade 2 and above. Links closely to the Dynamic Earth exhibition at Melbourne Museum. Visit the Museum Learning website or call 13 11 02 to book.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Science, Science Understanding (Earth & Space Science), Sustainability, Geography

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Bugs 3D: Micro Monsters

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Exempt from Classification*

Bugs 3D: Micro Monsters

Shrink down and step into the hidden world of super-powered bugs. Meet the beetles that shoot chemical fire and lift enormous weights, and even a bug that can transform itself into another creature entirely!

Teacher Information: Suitable for students in Prep and above. Links closely to the Bugs Alive exhibition at Melbourne Museum. Visit the Museum Learning website or call 13 11 02 to book.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Humanities, Social Science, Geography, Science Understanding (Biological Science), Sustainability, Geography

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Extreme Weather

Rated: ctc

Exempt from Classification*

Extreme Weather

From ice to fire to tornadoes, this film will illustrate how all of these extreme elements are connected. Meet the scientists around the world working to unlock the keys to predicting and surviving the dangerous weather to come!

Teacher Information: Suitable for students in Grade 3 and above. Links closely to the Dynamic Earth and 600 Million Years: Victoria Evolves exhibitions at Melbourne Museum. Visit the Museum Learning website or call 13 11 02 to book.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Science, Natural Disasters, Environmental Science, Science Understanding (Earth Science), Science Inquiry Skills, Geography

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Flight of the Butterflies 3D

Half a billion butterflies on the giant screen... take your students on an extraordinary journey spanning not only miles but generations. Unlock the secrets of the greatest migration on earth in an awe-inspiring tale of dedication and discovery; the flight of the monarch butterflies.

Teacher Information: Suitable for students in Prep and above. This film closely links to the Bugs Alive exhibition at Melbourne Museum. Visit the Museum Learning website or call 13 11 02 to book.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Science, Life Cycles, Insects, Bugs, Science Understanding (Biological)

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Museum Alive 3D

Rated: ctc

Exempt from Classification*

Museum Alive 3D

When the last visitor leaves London's Natural History Museum, David Attenborough roams the halls and encounters extinct creatures brought to life.

Teacher Information: Suitable for students in Prep and above. Visit the Museum learning website or call 13 11 02 to book.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Science, Thinking Process, Science Understanding (Biological & Earth Science), Biology

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The Story of Earth 3D

Rated: ctc

Exempt from Classification*

The Story of Earth 3D

In this Australian film, expert geologists will guide your students from the Pilbara in Western Australia to the geothermal pools of Iceland, using contemporary geology to teach us about our Earth and solar system.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Science, Science Understanding (Earth & Space Science), Science as a Human Endeavour, Science Inquiry Skills, Geography

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Volcanoes 3D

Rated: ctc

Exempt from Classification*

Volcanoes 3D

For billions of years, volcanoes have created extraordinary ecosystems and habitats. Students will discover molten worlds and exploding craters, from an active volcano in Indonesia to the archaeological ghost town of Pompeii.

Teacher Information: Suitable for students in Grade 2 and above. Links closely to the Dynamic Earth and 600 Million Years: Victoria Evolves exhibitions at Melbourne Museum. Visit the Museum learning website or call 13 11 02 to book.

Victorian Curriculum Links: Science, Natural Disasters, Environmental Science, Science Understanding (Earth Science), Geography

Read more / Watch Trailer