There’s something magical about watching a Christmas classic on the big screen—and Regal Cinemas is doubling down on the nostalgia this year. As part of its month-long HS25 holiday event, Regal is bringing one festive film to theaters every single day in December 2025, offering a throwback lineup packed with beloved seasonal titles, modern favorites, and a few surprises.
The HS25 schedule stretches from timeless black-and-white treasures to ‘90s nostalgia and contemporary crowd-pleasers. Whether you’re in the mood for laughs, a heartwarming holiday tale, or a family-friendly animated adventure, Regal’s daily programming promises something for everyone this December.
Fans can catch classics like National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, A Christmas Story, It’s a Wonderful Life, The Polar Express, and multiple showings of Elf. Regal even threw in a curveball with a “Mystery Movie” on December 8—revealed only when you arrive at the theater.
The lineup also leaves room for films that stretch the definition of “holiday classic,” including Daddy’s Home 2 and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, both perennial winter rewatch picks.
Below is the full HS25 schedule for December 2025:
Dec. 1–7
• The Holiday (2006)
• Arthur Christmas (2011)
• A Madea Christmas (2013)
• The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (2024)
• Four Christmases (2008)
• Christmas Vacation (1989)
• The Grinch (2018)
Dec. 8–14
• Mystery Movie
• Love Actually (2003)
• The Christmas Chronicles (2018)
• The Christmas Chronicles 2 (2020)
• Arthur Christmas (2011)
• The Polar Express (2004)
• Elf (2003) – Sing-Along Version
Dec. 15–21
• Eight Crazy Nights (2002)
• Scrooged (1988)
• The Star (2017)
• Christmas in Connecticut (1945)
• Christmas Vacation (1989)
• A Christmas Story (1983)
• How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (2000) — also screening nationwide starting Dec. 12
Dec. 22–31
• Klaus (2019)
• The Polar Express (2004)
• Elf (2003)
• It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
• Gremlins (1984)
• Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001)
• The Grinch (2018)
• Daddy’s Home 2 (2017)
• Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987)
• New Year’s Eve (2011)
Regal’s HS25 slate offers a rare chance to experience these films the way they were meant to be seen—glowing on the big screen with a crowd of holiday movie lovers. Whether you’re revisiting a childhood favorite or discovering a classic for the first time, December looks like a perfect month to settle in with popcorn and festive cheer.
❓ FAQs
1. What is Regal’s HS25 event?
HS25 is Regal Cinemas’ month-long holiday program featuring one Christmas or seasonal movie in theaters each day of December 2025.
2. Are all HS25 movies Christmas-themed?
Most are, but some titles only include mild holiday elements—or simply feel like seasonal favorites.
3. Do HS25 screenings happen at all Regal locations?
Most theaters are participating, but availability may vary by region.
4. What is the HS25 Mystery Movie on December 8?
Regal won’t reveal the title until you arrive at the theater, adding a fun surprise to the lineup.
5. Are any movies screening more than once?
Yes—Elf, The Polar Express, and Christmas Vacation appear multiple times throughout the month.
