The Prime Minister is encouraging people to go out and see a film if they can to give the beleaguered entertainment industry some much-needed support.
Cineworld's decision comes after the release of the new James Bond film No Time to Die was delayed for a second time.
In light of the closures, we thought we’d take a look back at happier times when Sheffield was full of open cinemas, but do you remember any of them?
Take a look at a few of our snaps from yesteryear.
5. Cinema memories
Studio 7 Cinema at The Wicker, Sheffield, in 1968. It was originally the Wicker Picture House, which opened in 1920 and finally closed in 1987 before being demolished Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
6. Cinema memories
The closing of the Vogue Cinema at Sheffield Lane Top in 1975. Left to right is Steve Kay, manager, and staff members Jack Ward and Jean Haythorne Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
7. Cinema memories
The Manor Cinema at Manor Top, Sheffield, in 1976 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
8. Cinema memories
The Oxford Picture Palace on Addy Street, Upperthorpe, which was opened in a converted Unitarian chapel on December 15, 1913. The cinema seated around 900. In 1920, the Oxford became part of Heeley & Amalgamated Cinemas and was taken over by the Star Group in January 1955. The Oxford survived until August 15, 1964. The final films were Two Way Stretch and I'm Alright Jack. The building was later demolished Photo: Sheffield Newspapers