Regent Pahiatua

27/05/2026

☕ New at the Cinema ☕

We’re currently trialing a new coffee machine at the cinema! 🎉

Enjoy a fresh cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate for just $4. Perfect for keeping warm and making your movie night that little bit more special 🍿✨

We’d love for you to give it a try and let us know what you think!

26/05/2026

The Time Traveller's Guide to Hamilton Gardens - Final Screening - Thurs 2pm

Documentary
Rating: G
Runtime: 1hr 3min

How did a city rubbish dump transform into a collection of gardens that is now a major visitor attraction? The story of how Hamilton Gardens became a unique museum of humanity, showcasing gardens from ancient Egypt to the surreal future, is told on screen. A Museum of Humanity: The Time Traveller’s Guide to Hamilton Gardens documentary explores this stunning achievement. Each of the gardens reflects the beliefs, lifestyles, and values of those who created them. The viewer can travel backwards and forwards in time – moving from 16th-century England, back to Song Dynasty China, Ancient Egypt, and the Italian Renaissance, and forward to the future, from sustainable to surreal. Masterminded by designer Peter Sergel and developed with council, community support, and sponsorship, Hamilton Gardens is now recognised as one of the great gardens of the world. More than places to walk, these gardens are living histories, waiting to be explored.

Directed by Grant Sheehan
Featuring: Peter Sergel, Mark de Lisle, John Dobson, Lucy Ryan, Gus Flower, Alice Gwilliam, Glen Morris.

How did a city rubbish dump transform into a collection of gardens that is now a major visitor attraction?The story of how Hamilton Gardens became a unique m...

26/05/2026

The Devil Wears Prada 2 - Final Screening Fri Night 7.30pm

Comedy, Drama
Rating: M
Runtime: 1hr 59min

A decade after tossing her Chanel-clad phone into a Parisian fountain, Andy Sachs has carved out a name for herself as a powerhouse independent journalist. But when the high-gloss world of prestige media begins to implode, she is pulled back into the orbit of the legendary Miranda Priestly.
Miranda is facing her greatest threat yet: a ruthless private equity firm determined to dismantle Runway and replace its editorial soul with AI-driven algorithms and fast-fashion "content." To survive, Miranda needs more than just a dedicated assistant—she needs a strategic partner who understands the new digital landscape.
Andy is the only one who can bridge the gap, but her return to the fold comes with a price. As she navigates a world of viral scandals, high-stakes power plays, and the return of an even more ambitious Emily Charlton, Andy must decide if she can play Miranda’s game without losing her own soul again.
Fashion has changed. The rules have evolved. But there is still only one Miranda Priestly.

Director: David Frankel

Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci

Watch the new trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 with original song “Runway” performed by Lady Gaga and Doechii. Get tickets now and experience the film onl...

26/05/2026

The Sheep Detectives - Sat 2pm, Sun 6pm

Rating: PG
Runtime: 1hr 49min

The film follows George Hardy (Jackman), a shepherd who loves his sheep and raises them only for their wool. Every night he reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand, never suspecting that not only can they understand but they argue for hours afterwards about whodunnit. When George is found dead under mysterious circumstances, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it. The local cop Tim Derry (Braun), on the other hand, has never solved a serious crime in his life, so the sheep conclude they will have to solve it themselves, even if it means leaving their meadow for the first time and facing the fact that the human world isn’t as simple as it appears in books.

Directors: Kyle Balda

Actors: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Emma Thompson, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau

It’s a herder mystery, and everyone is a suspect. The Sheep Detectives arrives in theaters May 2026.In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman...

26/05/2026

Caterpillar - Thurs 6pm, Fri 2pm, Sat 7pm

Drama
Rating: M
Runtime: 1hr 37min

When memory begins to fade, love is put to the test.

Set in a run-down Wellington villa in 2003, Caterpillar follows three women living separate lives under one leaky roof. Sixteen-year-old Cassie is all bravado and vulnerability, drifting into risky territory as she searches for belonging. Her mother Maxine, 52, is a formidable single parent and filmmaker on the brink of a long-awaited breakthrough, finally offered a greenlight—if she can land a star. Holding everything together is Huia, Cassie’s grandmother, 80, whose life has been defined by quiet service to family and a private obsession with raising monarch caterpillars, dreaming of one day witnessing the legendary butterfly migration in Mexico.

Director: Chelsie Preston Crayford

Actors: Marta Dusseldorp, Lisa Harrow, Anais Shand

A debut feature film from Chelsie Preston Crayford.Set in a run-down Wellington villa in 2003, Caterpillar follows three women living separate lives under on...

25/05/2026

🎬✨ JUNE MOVIES ARE ALMOST HERE! ✨🎬

June is nearly upon us, and while the Repertory Society takes over the theatre with their production of *The Vicar of Dibley* from 11–20 June, Thurs–Sat, we’ll be taking a short break from our evening screenings during those dates 🎭

But don’t worry… we’ve lined up some of the most popular movies from the past couple of months for you to enjoy on the big screen again! 🍿❤️

From family favourites and local stories to sci-fi adventures and action-packed fun, our June lineup includes:

⭐ *Buffalo Kids*
⭐ *Finding Emily*
⭐ *Disclosure Day*
⭐ *Sgt Haane*
⭐ *Tenor – My Name is Pati*
⭐ *Masters of the Universe*
⭐ *The Mandalorian & Grogu*
⭐ *Project Hail Mary*
⭐ *The Sheep Detectives*

There’s truly something for everyone this month, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to the cinema!

Which movie are you most excited to see? 👇🎟️

24/05/2026

🎬✨ Showing This Week at the Cinema ✨🎬

We’ve got another fantastic week of movies lined up for you, with something for every age to enjoy 🍿❤️

🐛 *Opening This Week – Caterpillar*
A touching and beautifully told story that’s sure to leave audiences thinking long after the credits roll.

🐑 *For the Kids – The Sheep Detectives*
Fun, mystery, and plenty of laughs for kids, families, and the young at heart!

👠 *Final Screenings – The Devil Wears Prada 2*
Don’t miss your last chance to catch the glamour, fashion, and sharp wit of this much-loved sequel on the big screen.

🌿 *Final Screenings – The Time Traveller’s Guide to Hamilton Gardens*
Take one last cinematic journey through the beauty and wonder of Hamilton Gardens.

Grab your friends, bring the family, and enjoy a wonderful week at the movies with us 🎟✨

Which movie are you coming to see this week? 👇

17/05/2026

🎬 This Week at the Cinema 🎬

We’re excited to welcome two fantastic new films to the big screen this week 🍿✨

Opening this week is *The Devil Wears Prada 2*, bringing more fashion, wit, and glamour, alongside *The Time Traveller’s Guide to Hamilton Gardens*, a beautiful cinematic journey through one of New Zealand’s most treasured attractions.

We also have the final screening of *Michael*, your last chance to experience the music and story of one of the world’s most iconic performers on the big screen.

And for the kids, families, and the young at heart, *The Sheep Detectives* promises plenty of fun, mystery, and laughs for everyone to enjoy.

We look forward to welcoming you to the cinema for another wonderful week of movies ❤️

16/05/2026

Thinking of coming to see Caterpillar, here is an excellent review from The Spinoff.

Caterpillar
Showing in Pahiatua from Thurs 28th May at 6pm

Drama
Rating: M
Runtime: 1hr 37min

A new local film guaranteed to make you cry – and want to call your mum.

13/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and supported our recent AGM for the Pahiatua Upstairs Cinema Society.

It was fantastic to see so many people passionate about keeping community cinema alive and thriving. Your continued support, ideas, and enthusiasm help make our little cinema something truly special. 🎬🍿

We’re also pleased to introduce the 2026 Committee:

**Executive Committee**
• Rob Foster – Chairperson
• Rhys Walker – Deputy Chairperson
• Jamie Willis – Secretary
• Carron Perry – Treasurer

**Committee Members**
• Michelle Moynihan
• Stephanie Whyte
• Karen Stewart
• Ben Ogilvie
• Derrick Sims
• Luke Chandler

Thank you again to our members, volunteers, moviegoers, and supporters. We’re looking forward to another exciting year of movies, events, and community connections at the cinema! 🎥✨

If you want to be involved in the Cinema or have any great ideas you want to share flick us a message either here or through our website:

13/05/2026

Michael - Fri at 7.30pm & Sat at 7pm

Biography, Drama, Music
Rating: M
Runtime: 2hr 07min

Michael is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.

Director: Antoine Fuqua

Actors: Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long,Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller, Colman Domingo

His story begins.The official trailer for MICHAEL – in cinemas and IMAX soon.