Just in time for the holidays, a few movie theatres in Edmonton will be showing your favourite holiday classics. Move your annual rewatch from your couch to the big screen — some of them will even allow you to still wear your comfy pajamas! For a full listing of movies and showtimes at these theatres, be sure to visit the websites.
The Polar Express | December 13 & 21 | 9 am
A young boy goes on an amazing adventure on Christmas Eve when he boards a magical train headed to the North Pole. You’re welcome to come to the theatre dressed in your pajamas and participate in festive science experiments!
IMAX Theatre at TELUS World of Science—Edmonton | 11211-142 St. | 780-451-3344
How the Grinch Stole Christmas | December 14 | 9 am
All of the Whos in Whoville love Christmas very much, but the Grinch — who lives just outside Whoville — hates Christmas and is set on ruining it for everyone.
IMAX Theatre at TELUS World of Science—Edmonton | 11211-142 St. | 780-451-3344
Die Hard 2 | December 16 | 7 pm
Some may say this doesn’t count as a holiday movie, but it does take place on Christmas Eve! In this action flick, John McClane doesn’t just have to save Christmas, he has to save America (and his wife) from terrorists.
Metro Cinema at the Garneau | 8712-109 St. | 780-425-9212
Home Alone | December 20 | 9 am
Young Kevin McCallister — forgotten by his family who have gone on a holiday to Paris — must defend his home against burglars.
IMAX Theatre at TELUS World of Science—Edmonton | 11211-142 St. | 780-451-3344
The Muppet Christmas Carol | December 20 | 2 pm
Enjoy this traditional holiday story with your favourite Muppets characters cast in Dickens’ classic roles, including Kermit as Bob Cratchit and Miss Piggy as Mrs. Cratchit!
Metro Cinema at the Garneau | 8712-109 St. | 780-425-9212
It’s A Wonderful Life | December 21 | 1 pm
In this classic by director Frank Capra, desperate and depressed George Bailey is visited by an angel, who shows him the significant effect his life has had on the people around. In the generous spirit of the movie, Metro Cinema will be collecting non-perishable food items or monetary donations to the Edmonton Food Bank in lieu of the cost of admission.
Metro Cinema at the Garneau | 8712-109 St. | 780-425-9212
