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ALONGSIDE the latest horror releases, a selection of creepy classics will be returning to the big screen at:- Vue Southport this autumn to celebrate spooky season, offering a treat for audiences of all ages, tastes and scare levels.

First to conjure up the Halloween spirit is Disney’s much loved:- 'Hocus Pocus,' which returns from:- 2 October 2026. This wickedly wonderful family favourite follows the chaos that unfolds when 3 witches are magically revived, causing a mix of magic, mischief and mayhem.

For older audiences:- 'The Others' is back to terrify moviegoers from:- 16 October. Starring Nicole Kidman, this supernatural classic is packed with creeping tension, eerie encounters and 1 of cinema’s most memorable twists. Other spooky titles casting their spell include cult supernatural favourite:- 'The Craft,' which returns from:- 16 October 2026, and iconic slasher:- 'Scream,' which celebrates 30 years of scares with an anniversary screening from:- 23 October 2026.

As well as familiar favourites, new releases include psychological thriller:- 'Verity,' adapted from the acclaimed Colleen Hoover novel of the same name and starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson, arriving on:- 2 October 2026.

Meanwhile, based on the beloved and award winning BBC comedy:- 'Ghosts - The Possession of Button House' heads to Vue, from:- 23 October 2026. Following a group of ghosts from different time periods who haunt the same house, the film marks the 1st feature length family adventure from the show’s creators.

Other thrilling and chilling releases include:- 'Other Mommy,' a supernatural scare fest starring Jessica Chastain in a dual role; Clayface, DC Comics’ horrifying take on an iconic Batman villain; and creepy spider creature feature:- 'Crawlers,' arriving on:- 9 October, 23 October and 30 October 2026 respectively.

The Halloween line up wraps up with 2 Anniversary releases from:- 30 October 2026. Cult classic:- Donnie Darko, starring Jake Gyllenhaal in his breakthrough role as a troubled teenager who encounters a mysterious figure in a rabbit costume, returns to the big screen 25 years after its initial release. Meanwhile, acclaimed Director Guillermo del Toro’s beautifully dark fairy tale Pan’s Labyrinth returns to celebrate its:- 20th Anniversary.

Film lovers at Vue Southport can also enjoy Vue’s biggest and comfiest seat the Ultra Lux. Strategically positioned to give the best possible view of the big screen, Ultra Lux seating also features an:- extra wide armrest, back and leg rests that recline independently, a personal table for snacks and drinks and a state of the art beverage cooler; making it the most luxurious way to immerse yourself in a great story.

Emily Heath, General Manager at Vue Southport, said:- "This October, we’re thrilled to be able to put on a raft of new and classic films for fans of scary and spooky films. From family-friendly comedy horrors to cult favourites, we know how gripping scary films can be and want to provide the very best big screen experience for people to enjoy every laugh and every scare this Halloween, leaving them with an experience they’ll feel forever."

Tickets are available at:- MyVue.Com

Films on the big screen this autumn include:-

Hocus Pocus – From 2 October.
Verity – From 2 October.
The Craft (30th Anniversary) – From 9 October.
Other Mommy – From 9 October.
The Others (25th Anniversary) – From 16 October.
Clayface – From 23 October.
Ghosts: The Possession of Button House – From 23 October.
Scream (30th Anniversary) – From 23 October.
Crawlers – From 30 October.
Donnie Darko (25th Anniversary) – From 30 October.
Pan’s Labyrinth (20th Anniversary) – From 30 October.

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