Chloe Zhao & Edgar Wright Handpick Regal’s Must-See Classics
Regal Cinemas Presents "Month of Masterpieces": Classic Films on the Big Screen This September
What’s Happening?
Regal Cinemas is bringing back its second annual "Month of Masterpieces" this September! Think of it like a film festival where you get to watch famous, beloved, and influential classic movies in actual movie theaters—just like they were meant to be seen.
Important Point: Every single screening costs only $7.99 at all Regal locations throughout September. That’s less than a typical movie ticket for brand-new releases!
Meet the Guest Curators: Four Famous Directors Picked Their Favorites
For this special anniversary year, Regal invited four acclaimed filmmakers to act as "guest curators." That means each director chose five movies that inspired them to become the storytellers they are today. It’s like getting a peek inside their personal DVD collections!
Chloé Zhao’s Picks: Anime, the Old West, and Freedom
Director of "Nomadland" and the recent "Hamnet"
"I’m happy to share with you three things I love very much – anime, the Old West, and a film that sets us free."
| Date | Movie | Year | Why It’s Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 6 | The Truman Show | 1998 | A man discovers his whole life is a TV show |
| Sep 7 | A Silent Voice: The Movie | 2016 | Beautiful anime about redemption and bullying |
| Sep 8 | Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind | 1984 | Classic Studio Ghibli anime by Hayao Miyazaki |
| Sep 9 | The Last Picture Show | 1971 | Coming-of-age story in a dying Texas town |
| Sep 10 | Hud | 1963 | Paul Newman in a modern Western drama |
Rian Johnson’s Picks: Joy, Crowds, and Surprises
Director of "Knives Out" and the recent "Wake Up Dead Man"
"These movies have brought me joy for years, and every one of them plays best with an audience. I’m so excited to see them with a great crowd!"
| Date | Movie | Year | Why It’s Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13 | Treasure of the Sierra Madre | 1948 | Humphrey Bogart in a gold-hunting adventure |
| Sep 14 | Duck Soup | 1933 | Marx Brothers comedy—pure chaotic genius |
| Sep 15 | 12 Monkeys | 1995 | Bruce Willis time-travel thriller |
| Sep 16 | Strangers on a Train | 1951 | Hitchcock’s classic "swap murders" thriller |
| Sep 17 | Pee-wee’s Big Adventure | 1985 | Tim Burton’s quirky road-trip comedy |
Gina Prince-Bythewood’s Picks: The Theme Is "Fight"
Director of "The Woman King" and upcoming "Children of Blood and Bone" (Jan 14, 2026)
"I am so inspired by characters who are fighting for something — their worth, their voice, their purpose, their humanity, their family, their legacy, for love."
| Date | Movie | Year | Why It’s Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20 | Creed | 2015 | Rocky legacy continues with Michael B. Jordan |
| Sep 21 | Out of Sight | 1998 | Soderbergh’s stylish crime romance |
| Sep 22 | 12 Years a Slave | 2013 | Harrowing true story of survival |
| Sep 23 | Devil in a Blue Dress | 1995 | Denzel Washington in 1940s LA noir |
| Sep 24 | Room | 2015 | Mother and son escape captivity |
Edgar Wright’s Picks: Thrilling, Funny, Magical
Director of "Baby Driver," "Shaun of the Dead," and upcoming "The Running Man"
"By turns thrilling, funny and magical—and sometimes all at once—if you’ve never seen them before, or never experienced them with a crowd, please enjoy!"
| Date | Movie | Year | Why It’s Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26 | Boogie Nights | 1997 | Paul Thomas Anderson’s 70s porn industry epic |
| Sep 27 | American Graffiti | 1973 | George Lucas before Star Wars—teen life in 1962 |
| Sep 28 | Tremors | 1990 | Giant underground worms attack a desert town |
| Sep 29 | Mad Max 2 (The Road Warrior) | 1981 | Post-apocalyptic car-chase masterpiece |
| Sep 30 | The Getaway | 1972 | Steve McQueen in a gritty heist thriller |
Regal’s Own Classic Selections
In addition to the directors’ picks, Regal programmed these classics throughout the month:
| Date | Movie | Year | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1 | The Bridge on the River Kwai | 1957 | WWII epic, 7 Oscars |
| Sep 2 | Braveheart | 1995 | Mel Gibson’s Scottish freedom fighter |
| Sep 3 | A Streetcar Named Desire | 1951 | Brando & Leigh in Tennessee Williams classic |
| Sep 4 | The Searchers | 1956 | John Ford/John Wayne Western masterpiece |
| Sep 5 | Double Indemnity | 1944 | Ultimate film noir |
| Sep 11 | Rear Window | 1954 | Hitchcock—photographer spies on neighbors |
| Sep 12 | Jurassic Park | 1993 | Spielberg’s dinosaur blockbuster |
| Sep 18 | Zodiac | 2007 | Fincher’s real-life serial killer investigation |
| Sep 19 | Blade Runner: The Final Cut & Blade Runner 2049 | 1982/2017 | Double feature! Sci-fi noir perfection |
| Sep 25 | North by Northwest | 1959 | Hitchcock—Cary Grant chased by crop duster |
Family-Friendly Alert: The lineup also includes "Stuart Little" and "Babe"—perfect for kids and nostalgic adults alike!
Why This Matters: A Word from Regal
"When Regal launched Month of Masterpieces, we wanted to celebrate the films that remind us why we fell in love with movies in the first place and give audiences the chance to experience them where they belong — on the big screen," said Brooks LeBoeuf, Senior Vice President of US Content at Regal.
"For our first anniversary, we wanted to do something special and invite four filmmakers we deeply admire to take over as guest curators. Their selections offer audiences a rare opportunity to discover the movies that inspired some of today’s most distinctive storytellers."
How to Plan Your Visit: 4 Simple Steps
- Check the schedule above — Pick which movies you want to see
- Visit Regal’s website — Go to regmovies.com/promotions/month-of-masterpieces for showtimes
- Buy tickets — Only $7.99 each (online or at the box office)
- Show up early — Grab popcorn, find a good seat, and enjoy film history!
Summary
- What: Regal Cinemas’ 2nd Annual "Month of Masterpieces"
- When: All September (Sep 1–30)
- Where: All Regal Cinemas locations nationwide
- Price: $7.99 per ticket for every screening
- Special Feature: 4 famous directors (Chloé Zhao, Rian Johnson, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Edgar Wright) each curated 5 personal favorite films
- Bonus: Regal added 11 more classics + family films like Stuart Little and Babe
- Highlight: Blade Runner double feature on Sep 19!
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
Do I need to be a film expert to enjoy these?
Not at all! That’s the whole point—these are movies for everyone. The directors picked films they love, not obscure homework assignments. Many are crowd-pleasers like Jurassic Park, The Truman Show, and Creed.
Are these the original versions or remastered?
Most will be shown in high-quality digital restorations (like Blade Runner: The Final Cut). They’ll look and sound better than any home streaming version.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes! Check the ratings—Stuart Little (PG), Babe (G), The Truman Show (PG), and A Silent Voice (PG-13) are great family options. Others like 12 Years a Slave (R) are for mature audiences only.
Do tickets sell out?
Popular titles (Jurassic Park, Blade Runner double feature, Rear Window) might fill up. Book online in advance to guarantee your seat.
What if my local Regal isn’t participating?
The announcement says "at all Regal locations," but it’s always smart to check your specific theater’s showtimes on the Regal app or website.
Final Thought: This is a rare chance to see cinema history the way it was meant to be seen—on a giant screen, with surround sound, surrounded by other movie lovers. At $7.99, it’s the best entertainment bargain of the fall. Pick a date, grab a friend, and go fall in love with movies all over again!