Regal Cinemas is launching a month-long theatrical revival series titled "Deep Cuts" that will bring 30 cult classics, overlooked dramas, and action favorites—plus four family-oriented titles—back to the big screen throughout November 2026. Announced on October 26, the curated slate features a different main selection each day from November 1 through November 30, giving moviegoers across the United States a one-day opportunity to catch titles like Park Chan-wook's Oldboy, Guillermo del Toro's Blade II, and Nicolas Winding Refn's Drive in a traditional theater setting.

According to a press release published by Morningstar, Inc., the exhibition chain designed the program to highlight movies that built dedicated followings on home video and streaming long after their initial theatrical runs ended. Advance tickets for the screenings are priced at $7.99 and are available via the company's website, mobile app, and theater box offices.

Why Regal Is Reviving Underappreciated Cinema

Theatrical repertory programming has become a major focal point for national theater chains looking to draw cinephiles between major studio tentpoles. Rather than simply re-releasing billion-dollar blockbusters, Regal's programming team structured the November schedule around unconventional and challenging releases that many viewers only discovered at home.

"Some of the most memorable moviegoing experiences come from films that dared to be different, even if audiences didn't fully embrace them during their original theatrical runs," said Brooks LeBoeuf, Senior Vice President of US Content at Regal, in the company's official announcement. "With the Deep Cuts series, our film team has curated a collection of bold, unconventional and often overlooked films that have earned passionate followings. It's an opportunity to rediscover these stories, appreciate the creative risks behind them, and experience them the way they deserve to be seen."

Regal Global Entertainment currently operates 7,637 screens across 628 locations. For subscribers to the chain's Regal Unlimited pass, these repertory screenings are eligible under their monthly membership, while Regal Rewards+ members can apply their rolling tickets and concession discounts to the events.

The Full November ‘Deep Cuts’ Schedule by Theme

To organize the 30-day main lineup, programmers divided the month into five distinct weekly themes: "Worlds Apart," "Dark Obsessions," "Cult Status," "Second Look," and "Class Acts." As noted by Gizmodo, the eclectic list spans nearly a century of filmmaking, stretching from Buster Keaton's 1926 silent masterpiece The General to acclaimed modern international cinema.

Week One: Worlds Apart (November 1–7)
The series opens with international acclaimed dramas and unsettling science fiction. Park Chan-wook is represented twice in the opening days, kicking off the entire event with his 2003 revenge thriller Oldboy.

  • Nov. 1: Oldboy (2003)
  • Nov. 2: Bait (2019)
  • Nov. 3: The Handmaiden (2016)
  • Nov. 4: Incendies (2010)
  • Nov. 5: This Is England (2006)
  • Nov. 6: Under the Skin (2013)
  • Nov. 7: Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)

Week Two: Dark Obsessions (November 8–14)
The second week shifts toward neo-noir, crime thrillers, and psychological paranoia. It includes the Wachowskis' 1996 directorial debut Bound alongside notorious historical drama.

  • Nov. 8: Thief (1981)
  • Nov. 9: Seconds (1966)
  • Nov. 10: Blow Out (1981)
  • Nov. 11: Bound (1996)
  • Nov. 12: Smokin' Aces (2006)
  • Nov. 13: Ken Russell's The Devils (1971) — Note: While the primary announcement styles the title as Ken Russell's The Devils, secondary coverage from ComingSoon.net lists it simply as The Devils.
  • Nov. 14: Drive (2011)

Week Three: Cult Status (November 15–21)
Mid-month programming leans heavily into midnight-movie energy, punk sensibilities, and offbeat dark comedies, highlighted by Alex Cox's 1984 sci-fi satire Repo Man and Martin Scorsese's After Hours.

  • Nov. 15: After Hours (1985)
  • Nov. 16: American Movie (1999)
  • Nov. 17: Repo Man (1984)
  • Nov. 18: The House of the Devil (2009)
  • Nov. 19: The General (1926)
  • Nov. 20: The Hunger (1983)
  • Nov. 21: Vanilla Sky (2001)

Week Four: Second Look (November 22–28)
During Thanksgiving week, Regal focuses on big-budget studio swings, comic book sequels, and infamous box office misfires that later found vocal defenders, including Wesley Snipes' second outing as Marvel's vampire hunter in Blade II.

  • Nov. 22: The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006)
  • Nov. 23: The World's End (2013)
  • Nov. 24: Blade II (2002)
  • Nov. 25: Cowboys & Aliens (2011)
  • Nov. 26: Howard the Duck (1986)
  • Nov. 27: Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
  • Nov. 28: Waterworld (1995)

Week Five: Class Acts (November 29–30)
The final two days of the month close out the slate with a pair of 1980s high school classics.

  • Nov. 29: Hoosiers (1986)
  • Nov. 30: Three O'Clock High (1987)

Family Programming and Schedule Discrepancies

Beyond the 30 daily features, Regal added four family-friendly movies to the November lineup, bringing the total number of distinct films in the series to 34. However, moviegoers should pay close attention to local listings, as published reports conflict on the exact dates for these four titles.

According to Regal's official press release via Morningstar, Inc., the family titles are scheduled for two-day weekend engagements:

  • Nov. 7–8: Zathura (2005)
  • Nov. 14–15: Rise of the Guardians (2012)
  • Nov. 21–22: The Dark Crystal (1982)
  • Nov. 28–29: Addams Family Values (1993)

In contrast, reporting from Yahoo Entertainment and Gizmodo's reproduced schedule lists those four kids' programming selections as single-day Friday events occurring one day earlier: Zathura on November 6, Rise of the Guardians on November 13, The Dark Crystal on November 20, and Addams Family Values on November 27. Because of these differing reports, families planning to attend Jon Favreau's space-adventure Zathura or the remaining weekend titles should verify the exact date directly with their local multiplex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Regal locations are participating, and how do I find showtimes?

While the "Deep Cuts" series is a national promotion, specific film availability and daily showtimes vary by theater location. Advance ticketing is already live at participating venues—such as Regal Rancho Mirage, which has listed showtimes for titles like Oldboy and Blade II—and fans can check local participation through REGmovies.com, the Regal mobile app, or theater box office kiosks.

Are these screenings one-time engagements?

Yes. The 30 main titles in the "Deep Cuts" lineup are scheduled as one-day theatrical revivals, meaning each movie will only screen on its designated calendar date in November. The four additional family titles are slated for either single-day or two-day runs depending on local theater scheduling.

Why do different schedules list different dates for Zathura and the family movies?

There is a discrepancy between the primary press release and secondary media coverage. Regal's official announcement places the four family movies on Saturday-Sunday weekends (starting Nov. 7–8 with Zathura), whereas schedules published by outlets like Yahoo Entertainment and Gizmodo place them on the preceding Fridays (starting Nov. 6) alongside that day's adult feature. Checking your local theater's digital ticketing calendar is the best way to confirm which day your location is screening those four films.

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