The Academy Cinema (grid reference ST590744) is a historic building on Cheltenham Road in the Stokes Croft area of Bristol, England.

[2] The open plan brick building has a symmetrical front with doors in a recessed central bay approached by steps from the street.

[4] The Wetherspoons pub chain purchased it in 1998 it was adapted for use as a bar under the name The Magic Box.

[6][7] The Metropolis was used as a music venue hosting a variety of local and national bands.

[2][9] In 2014, plans were approved by Bristol City Council for the building to be converted into a mosque, despite objections from the English Defence League.