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The Movies for Grownups Awards are tonight on PBS!

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The Movies for Grownups Awards with AARP The Magazine premieres on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 7/6c on PBS via Great Performances. This nationally broadcast event celebrates outstanding films and television that resonate with a 50-plus audience, honoring the talent and experience of older actors and filmmakers.

What are the Movies for Grownups Awards?

For more than two decades, AARP’s Movies for Grownups has championed movies made for grownups, by grownups. The annual awards ceremony recognizes standout films and TV shows that speak to the interests, values, and experiences of an older audience. This year’s ceremony promises an engaging celebration of the art of filmmaking and storytelling, with an impressive lineup of industry icons and rising stars.

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The AARP brings the talent

Hosted by the incomparable Alan Cumming, the event will feature a star-studded guest list, including:

  • Glenn Close (presenting the Career Achievement Award)
  • Jacques Audiard
  • Ian Bonhôte
  • Adrien Brody
  • Joan Chen
  • Colman Domingo
  • Harrison Ford
  • Robert Ford
  • Jodie Foster
  • Dana Fox
  • Lizzie Gillett
  • Jeff Goldblum
  • Fred Hechinger
  • Boyd Holbrook
  • Winnie Holzman
  • Jason Isaacs
  • Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan
  • Clarence Maclin
  • James Mangold
  • Demi Moore
  • Sean Penn
  • Lou Diamond Phillips
  • Chief Royal Ramey
  • Kali Reis
  • Zoe Saldaña
  • Hiroyuki Sanada
  • Peter Sarsgaard
  • Liev Schreiber
  • Jane Seymour
  • June Squibb
  • John Stamos
  • Danny Trejo
    … and more.

For a complete list of winners from previous years, visit AARP’s Movies for Grownups® Awards page.

Broadcast Details

  • When: Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 7/6c
  • Where: Nationally on PBS via Great Performances (check local listings), pbs.org/moviesforgrownups, and the PBS app

Final Thoughts

AARP The Magazine’s Annual Movies for Grownups® Awards is a celebration of powerful storytelling that reflects the lives and experiences of people 50 and older. Don’t miss this inspiring event as it honors the groundbreaking artists and standout films and TV shows of 2024. For more information, visit AARP Movies for Grownups.

Clown in a Cornfield is coming to SXSW and a theater near you!

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Based on the Bram Stoker Award-Winning Horror Novel by Adam Cesare, the terrifying new film is set to make its mark on the horror scene. With its SXSW World Premiere scheduled for March 10, 2025, and a nationwide theatrical release on May 9, 2025, this film is poised to send chills down your spine.

What is Clown in a Cornfield?

In the quiet town of Kettle Springs, Quinn and her father have just moved in, hoping for a fresh start. Instead, they find a fractured community reeling from the tragic loss of its prized Baypen Corn Syrup Factory, which burned down and left the locals at odds. Amid the simmering tensions and bitter bickering, a sinister, grinning figure emerges from the cornfields. Enter Frendo the clown—a malevolent force determined to “cleanse” the town of its burdens, one bloody victim at a time.

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Final Thoughts

This adaptation of Adam Cesare’s acclaimed horror novel promises a chilling experience that blends small-town drama with supernatural horror. With its haunting narrative, unforgettable villain in Frendo the clown, and a community on the brink, this film is set to captivate horror fans and critics alike. Mark your calendars for its SXSW debut on March 10, 2025, and prepare for a nationwide scare on May 9, 2025.

Mickey 17 is coming, buy your Tickets at Fandango

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Just 17 days before its highly anticipated release, tickets for Mickey 17 are now on sale on Fandango! The film, directed by acclaimed Bong Joon-ho, hits theaters on Friday, March 7th, and you can secure your seat today.

Get Ready for Mickey 17

Mickey 17 promises an immersive experience that will pull you deep into its unique universe. With its intriguing storyline and standout performances, this film is already generating major buzz among moviegoers and critics alike.

Exclusive Big Ticket Interview

To keep fans excited, Fandango has released another installment of their Big Ticket Interview series. In this exclusive feature, Fandango correspondent Erik Davis sits down with Mickey 17 stars Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, and writer-director Bong Joon-ho. They delve into what it means to step into the Mickey 17 universe

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Support a Great Cause

Don’t forget to use Fandango’s new Round-Up feature to round up your movie ticket purchase to the nearest dollar. The extra funds will support the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, helping empower youth while enhancing moviegoing experiences for members.

Final Thoughts

With tickets now available on Fandango, there’s no better time to secure your spot for Mickey 17. Experience the excitement and be part of a film event that’s set to captivate audiences. Buy your tickets now and prepare to step into the extraordinary world crafted by Bong Joon-ho.

Warden comes to Digital on March 14th

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Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, proudly announces the acquisition of North American rights to the docu-style sci-fi superhero feature WARDEN. The film will be available to rent or own on all North American digital HD internet, cable, and satellite platforms, as well as on DVD, starting March 14, 2025.

What is Warden?

WARDEN explores the extraordinary journey of an ordinary kid who discovers he has superpowers and decides he can save his ailing city. Presented in a faux documentary style, the film examines the real-world impact of a superhero’s emergence—from the adoration and faith of the public to the hidden dangers that arise when society elevates its heroes. Unlike traditional superhero tales, WARDEN delves into the diverse reactions of those who love him, those who exploit him, those who oppose him, and those who seek the truth amidst the chaos.

First introduced at Comic-Con Experience in São Paulo—the largest Comic-Con in the Americas—WARDEN generated strong early buzz and marks the feature film debut of emerging director Marcus Alqueres. Known for his viral short film THE FLYING MAN, which garnered over 25 million views and attracted major industry attention, Alqueres brings his bold, independent filmmaking approach to this new project. Developed by Lucasfilm veteran Steve Tzirlin and Jeff Juhasz, WARDEN is produced on a shoestring budget yet delivers uncompromised creative vision and storytelling.

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Final Thoughts

Freestyle Digital Media negotiated the deal directly with the filmmakers and Glen Reynolds of Circus Road Films. With its real-world-inspired narrative and thought-provoking exploration of heroism, WARDEN promises to be a groundbreaking entry in the superhero genre. Mark your calendars for March 14, 2025, and prepare to experience a new kind of hero in a film that dares to challenge our deepest beliefs about power, sacrifice, and what it means to be truly heroic.

The Monkey is setting Fandango on fire!

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Fandango, the nation’s leading online movie ticketing service, announced today that Neon’s upcoming horror film, The Monkey, has become Fandango’s best horror pre-seller of 2025. The film has outpaced all other 2025 horror titles in advance ticket sales at this point in the cycle, surpassing competitors like Heart Eyes, Wolf Man, Companion, and Presence.

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Release Details

Tickets for Neon’s The Monkey are on sale now at Fandango, with the film arriving in theaters on February 21st.

The Monkey dominates pre-sales!

The impressive pre-sale performance of The Monkey underscores the high level of excitement and anticipation among horror enthusiasts. Be sure to secure your tickets now for a horror experience that promises to be unforgettable.

Don’t Get Eaten available to rent or own on March 4th!

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Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, proudly announces the acquisition of VOD rights to the family horror-comedy DON’T GET EATEN. The film will be available to rent or own on all North American digital HD internet, cable, and satellite platforms, as well as on DVD, starting March 4, 2025.

What is Don’t Get Eaten?

DON’T GET EATEN tells the quirky and chilling story of Noah Mickelberg—a zombie-apocalypse prepper and stay-at-home homeschooling dad—whose life takes an unexpected turn when his online zombie survival channel meets a real-life zombie outbreak. In this darkly humorous tale, Noah’s exasperated wife struggles to keep the family afloat, while Noah films his survival antics with their daughters. When a couples therapist suggests a technology-free getaway, the family’s weekend retreat quickly descends into chaos as the zombie apocalypse intrudes.

Noah Mickelberg enjoys a successful online career making “zombie survival” videos, until the zombie apocalypse he’s always joked about becomes all too real. With his wife trying to hold the family together and a therapist urging a break from technology, what begins as a hopeful escape turns into a hilariously horrifying battle for survival. The film expertly blends humor with scares, delivering a roller-coaster ride that keeps you guessing until the very end.

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Final Thoughts

DON’T GET EATEN is a unique blend of horror and comedy that redefines the zombie genre for a family audience. With its engaging premise, witty script, and a perfect mix of laughs and scares, this film promises to be an unforgettable viewing experience. Mark your calendars for March 4, 2025, and get ready to dive into a zombie apocalypse like no other—where even the undead have a sense of humor.