Mystery Movie Screening: Major Motion Picture Studio Comedic Action-Adventure (San Diego, CA)

FREE mystery movie screening, if you're in the San Diego area:

Major Motion Picture Studio Comedic Action-Adventure.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026; 6:30 p.m.

AMC Mission Valley; 1640 Camino Del Rio N., San Diego, CA, 92108

Age group:  7-49 year olds; Parents/guardians 50+ bringing 7-16 year olds.

The movie has not yet been rated but is believed to be rated ‘PG-13’. The studio cannot guarantee the rating that the film will ultimately receive.

To get FREE tickets: 

https://www.previewfreemovies.com/invite/1ED20C3C36A245E26978ACD5AE182452

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FREE Movie Screening: "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership with Paramount Animation, Spin Master Entertainment and Nickelodeon Movies, FREE movie screening, if you're in the greater San Diego area:

August 9, 2026 - 10 a.m.

AMC Mission Valley, 1640 Camino Del Rio N., San Diego, CA 92108

Get your FREE movie tickets here: (limited availability, first-come, first served)

https://gofobo.com/screenings/movie_landing/U0RNb3ZpZVBBV1M%3D//

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The PAW Patrol pups crash land on an uncharted tropical island filled with dinosaurs after their ship gets caught in a mysterious storm. They meet Rex, a pup who has been stranded on the island for years and has become an expert in all things dino-related. When the Patrol’s archrival, Mayor Humdinger, begins recklessly mining in hopes of exploiting the island for its natural resources, he inadvertently causes a huge, dormant volcano to erupt. The pups are thrown into a series of high-stakes, dino-sized rescues bigger than anything they’ve done before, as they must stop Humdinger before everything on the island goes extinct.

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FREE Movie: "Illusion" (Global - July 24-26, 2026)

What if the very way we form beliefs is the root of our separation?

"Illusion" challenges one of humanity’s most deeply held assumptions: that unity requires sameness.

Through a provocative blend of science, archaeology, and philosophy, it explores a bold idea that our beliefs are not truths we discover, but constructs we inherit, absorb and defend.

Reality is not built from one viewpoint, but from many. ""Illusion" asks you to look again.

The future of humanity may not depend on becoming one. It may depend on understanding how we are many.

Watch ILLUSION Free | Global Viewing Weekend July 24–26, 2026 

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FREE Movie Screening: "Young Washington" (Nationwide)

In celebration of America's 250th birthday, Atom Tickets and Angel Studios are partnering to provide FREE movie screening nationwide on July 4, 2026 (only).  

Claim your FREE movie tickets here: (2 tickets/person)

https://www.atomtickets.com/movies/young-washington/396586?ref=YoungWashingtonFreeTixEmail&lid=z7szndjiicz3

Redemption code: YWJULY4

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Before he was the Father of a Nation, he was a soldier fighting to survive. A single misstep thrusts young George Washington into the center of a global conflict, testing his honor, loyalty, and courage. As alliances crumble and the frontier erupts into war, he must confront not only his enemies but the man he's becoming. This is the untold story of Young Washington.

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FREE Movie Screening: "Minions & Monsters" (from "Despicable Me" Series) - San Diego, CA

In partnership with the Universal Pictures Studio, FREE movie screening, if you're in the greater San Diego area:

July 29, 2026 - 7 p.m.

Regal Mira Mesa, 10733 Westview Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92126 

Get your FREE movie tickets here: (VERY limited availability, first-come, first served; 1 pass = 2 seats)

https://gofobo.com/screenings/movie_landing/TWluaW9uTUFWRU4%3D//

Redeem your pass using the following code, exclusive to The MovieMaven (case-sensitive, no space): MinionMAVEN

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Illumination expands its joyful animated universe with a riotous new chapter, featuring all-new characters, in the biggest global animated franchise in history. This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created.

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FREE Movie Screening: "David" (San Diego, CA)

Last-minute (today), FREE movie screening of "David," courtesy of Gofobo, if you're in the greater San Diego area:

November 13, 2025 - 7 p.m.

Regal Edwards Mira Mesa, 10733 Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA 92126

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Get your *FREE movie passes here: (LIMITED availability - first-come, first-served)

https://gofobo.com/screenings/movie_landing/VE1NRGF2aWQ%3D//

In a kingdom torn by fear and corruption, a shepherd boy is called to stand against a giant and the darkness behind him. With nothing but faith, courage, and a sling, he defies an empire and awakens the heart of a nation. From the quiet hills of Bethlehem to the roar of the battlefield, his journey will shape kings, test hearts, and reveal that the greatest strength is found in trust, not power.

*when downloading passes, no credit card needed

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FREE Movie Screening: "Eleanor the Great" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership between Allied Global and The MovieMaven -  FREE movie screening of "Eleanor the Great," if you're in the greater San Diego area:

September 24, 2025 - 7 p.m.

AMC Fashion Valley, 7037 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92108

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Get your FREE movie passes here: (LIMITED availability - first-come, first-served)

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoModqz1MQINVL7-4O1_kW7D-oKmT69Apj8dEgMKyWxVMiAg/viewform

Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut - after seventy years with best friend, Eleanor moves to New York City for a fresh start. Making new friends at ninety proves difficult. Longing for connection, she befriends a 19-year-old student. 

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FREE Movie Screening: "How to Train Your Dragon" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership with DreamWorks Pictures, exclusive to The MovieMaven -  FREE movie screening of the live action "How to Train Your Dragon," if you're in the greater San Diego area:

June 3, 2025 - 7 p.m.

AMC Mission Valley, 1640 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA 92108

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Get your FREE movie passes here: (LIMITED availability - get your pass ready at the door)

Redemption code: DRAGONMAVEN (1 pass = 4 seats) 

https://gofobo.com/screenings/movie_landing/RHJhZ29uTWF2ZW4%3D//

If you haven't seen the animation versions (2010, 2014, 2019), highly recommended! 

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On the rugged isle of Berk, a Viking boy named Hiccup defies centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon named Toothless.  However, when an ancient threat emerges that endangers both species, Hiccup's friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future.  Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

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FREE Movie Screening: "The Last Rodeo" (Nationwide)

Atom Tickets and Angels Studios are partnering to provide FREE movie screening nationwide, from May 22 through May 29, 2025.

Claim your FREE movie tickets here: (2 tickets/person, pre-order tickets no later than May 20, 2025)

https://www.atomtickets.com/movies/the-last-rodeo/379335?ref=LastRodeoFreeTixEmail&lid=4o4070p2veqz

Redemption code: ATOMRODEO

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A retired rodeo legend risks it all to save his grandson. Facing his own painful past and the fears of his family, he enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition as the oldest contestant ever. Along the way, he reconciles old wounds with his estranged daughter and proves that true courage is found in the fight for family.  Starring: Neil McDonough.  

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FREE Movie Screening: "Another Simple Favor" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership with Amazon MGM Studios, exclusive to The MovieMaven -  FREE movie screening of "Another Simple Favor," if you're in the greater San Diego area:

April 29, 2025 - 7 p.m.

Regal Mira Mesa, 10733 Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA 92126

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Get your FREE movie passes here: (LIMITED availability - get your pass ready at the door)

Redeem link: (1 pass = 2 seats) 

https://amazonscreenings.com/movie_landing/TW92aWVNYXZlbkFwcHJvdmVk

Stephanie Smothers agrees to travel to Italy to be the maid of honor for the devious and cunning Emily Nelson. However, she soon suspects Emily's good will is part of an elaborate plan for revenge.  Starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick.  

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Check out full review and Italian sojourn pictures from SXSW: https://sdmoviemaven.blogspot.com/2025/04/another-simple-favor.html

A glossy noir, "Another Simple Favor" is wildly twisty and fabulously fun.  

"A Simple Favor:" https://sdmoviemaven.blogspot.com/2018/09/a-simple-favor.html

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FREE Movie Screening: "You're Cordially Invited" (San Diego, CA)

Regal Cinemas and Amazon Prime Studios are partnering to provide FREE movie screening nationwide on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.  The movie will start at 7 p.m.  

Claim your FREE movie tickets here: (first-come, first-served)

https://amazonscreenings.com/movie_landing/WW91cmVDb3JkaWFsbHlQcm9mbG91cg%3D%3D

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A woman who is planning her sister’s perfect wedding and the father of a young bride-to-be discover that they are double-booked for their destination wedding at a remote resort on an island off the Georgia coast.  When both parties decide to share the small venue, chaos ensues and disaster awaits.  Starring Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell.  

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FREE Movie Screening: "Unstoppable" (Nationwide)

Regal Cinemas and Amazon Prime Studios are partnering to provide FREE movie screening nationwide on Wednesday, January 8. 2025.  The movie will start at 7 p.m.  

Claim your FREE movie tickets here: (2 tickets per person; first-come, first-served)

https://amazonscreenings.com/blp/VU5TVHJlZ2Fs

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The inspiring true story of Anthony Robles (Jharrel Jerome) who was born with one leg but whose indomitable spirit and unbreakable resolve empowered him to defy the odds and pursue his dreams.  With the unwavering love and support of his devoted mother Judy (Jennifer Lopez) and the encouragement of his coaches, Anthony fights through adversity to earn a spot on the Arizona State Wrestling team.  But it will demand everything he has, physically and mentally, to achieve his ultimate quest to become an NCAA Champion.

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FREE Movie Screening: "Homestead" (Nationwide)

AMC Theaters and Angel Studios are partnering to provide FREE movie screening nationwide on Monday, December 16. 2024.  The movie will start at 7 p.m.  

*Claim your FREE movie tickets here: (first-come, first-served; $2.19 convenience fee for non-members)

https://www.amctheatres.com/movies/homestead-an-angel-sponsored-screening-78478/showtimes?rel=homestead-an-angel-sponsored-screening-78478_event_amc_promo&date=2024-12-16

(*the above link is for San Diego, CA, but you can change location and select any AMC Theaters near you, and put in 12/16/2024 as the date)

Or you can go to the main page first, select the Homestead movie, and it will take you to the direct link.

https://www.amctheatres.com/offers

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A former green beret and other survivors take refuge inside an elaborate compound when an attack on America leaves the world in chaos.  Starring: Neil McDonough, Bailey Chase, Dawn Oliveri.

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FREE Movie Screening: "After the Hunt" (San Diego, CA)

Courtesy of Gofobo, FREE movie screening for "After the Hunt," if you're in the greater San Diego area.

December 11, 2024 - 7:00 p.m.

AMC La Jolla 12

RSVP for your FREE movie tickets here: (first-come, first-served; age 17-54)

https://www.previewfreemovies.com/invite/A7BBB03DAB91B952EE096992535563CC

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You and a guest are invited to attend a new psychological drama called After the Hunt. The movie stars Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield, and Ayo Edebiri and was directed by Luca Guadagnino ("Challengers," "Call Me By Your Name").

A gripping psychological drama about a college professor (Julia Roberts) who finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star student (Ayo Edebiri) levels an accusation against one of her colleagues (Andrew Garfield), and a dark secret from her own past threatens to come into the light.

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FREE Movie Screening: "Memoir of a Snail" (San Diego, CA)

Courtesy of IFC Films and Letterboxd, FREE movie passes for "Memoir of a Snail," if you're in the greater San Diego area.

October 29, 2024 - 7:30 p.m.

Angelika Carmel Mountain

RSVP for your FREE movie passes here: (first-come, first-serve)

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScscjeIlBuPazwjkl5jHbw3G6SK2YI3yRhpIzH1YiVG4vc2Aw/viewform

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From Academy Award Winning Visionary Adam Elliot (Harvie Krumpet, Mary and Max) comes a new tale about Grace Pudel who is a book-loving, snail-collecting misfit that falls into a series of misfortunes after being separated from her twin brother Gilbert. Despite her hardships, inspiration and hope arise when Grace begins a friendship with an eccentric elderly woman named Pinky. Starring Sarah Snook as Grace and Jacki Weaver as Pinky and an ensemble cast featuring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Eric Bana and Nick Cave.

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FREE Movie Tickets "Goodrich" (Now Playing)

Courtesy of Legion M, FREE movie passes for "Goodrich," now playing at theaters near you, nationwide.

Get your FREE movie passes here: (up to 2 per person)

Redemption code: GOODRICHATOM 

https://www.atomtickets.com/movies/goodrich/356039?ref=goodrichpromo

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Starring: Michael Keaton, Mila Kunis, Andie McDowell

Andy Goodrich’s life is upended when his wife and mother of their nine-year-old twins enters a 90-day rehab program, leaving him on his own with their young kids. Thrust into the world of modern parenthood, Goodrich leans on his daughter from his first marriage, Grace, as he ultimately evolves into the father Grace never had.

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FREE Movie Screening: "City of Dreams" (San Diego, CA)

FREE movie screening of "City of Dreams," if you're in the greater San Diego area:

August 27, 2024 - 7:30 p.m.

AMC Mission Valley

Get your FREE movie passes here: (have your pass ready at the door, click below)

https://gofobo.com/screenings/movie_landing/NDVXVXd1b2R1Sg%3D%3D//

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Inspired by true events, City of Dreams follows Jesús, a young Mexican boy whose dreams of becoming a soccer star are shattered when he’s trafficked across the border and sold to a sweatshop making fast fashion in downtown Los Angeles. Thrust into a world of exploitation and despair; he’s forced to adhere to the grueling work schedule dictated by El Jefe, a boss who promises freedom for those who complete their quotas. Despite Jesus’s hellish existence, he finds solace in Elena, a girl who was similarly betrayed and sold into slavery. When she goes missing and another co-worker Carlito’s is severely beaten, Jesus realizes that his only hope for freedom is to make a daring escape.

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FREE Movie Screening: "It Ends with Us" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership with Sony Pictures Studios, FREE movie screening, if you're in the greater San Diego area:

August 6, 2024 - 7 p.m.

Regal Mira Mesa

Get your FREE movie passes here: (VERY limited availability; 1 pass = 2 people)

(have your pass ready at the door, click below)

Redemption code: MOVIEMAVENIEWU (case-sensitive)

https://events.sonypictures.com/screenings/unsecured/main/screeningInfo.jsf?code=MOVIEMAVENIEWU

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"It Ends with Us," the first Colleen Hoover novel adapted for the big screen, tells the compelling story of Lily Bloom (Blake Lively), a woman who overcomes a traumatic childhood to embark on a new life in Boston and chase a lifelong dream of opening her own business. A chance meeting with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid (Justin Baldoni) sparks an intense connection, but as the two fall deeply in love, Lily begins to see sides of Ryle that remind her of her parents relationship. When Lilys first love, Atlas Corrigan (Brandon Sklenar), suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with Ryle is upended, and Lily realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future.

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Free Movie Screening: "Didi" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership with Focus Features, FREE movie screening, if you're in the greater San Diego area:

August 5, 2024 - 7 p.m.

Regal Mira Mesa

Get your FREE movie passes here: (1 pass = 2 people)

(have your pass ready at the door, click below)

Redemption code: DIDIMovieMaven (case-sensitive)

https://focusfeaturesscreenings.com/movie_landing/RElESU1vdmllTWF2ZW4%3D

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During the last month of summer before high school begins, an impressionable 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns what his family can’t teach him: how to skate, how to flirt, and how to love your mom.

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FREE Movie Screening: "Fly Me to the Moon" (San Diego, CA)

In partnership with the Sony Pictures Studio, exclusive to The MovieMaven -  FREE movie screening of "Fly Me to the Moon," if you're in the greater San Diego area:

July 8, 2024 - 7 p.m.

Reading Cinemas Town Square, 4655 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117

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Get your FREE movie passes here: (LIMITED availability - get your pass ready at the door)

Redeem code: (1 pass = 2 seats): FMTTMMOVIES

https://events.sonypictures.com/screenings/unsecured/main/screeningInfo.jsf?code=FMTTMMOVIES

Starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, "Fly Me to the Moon" is a sharp, stylish comedy-drama set against the high-stakes backdrop of NASAs historic Apollo 11 moon landing.  Brought in to fix NASAs public image, sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones (Johansson) wreaks havoc on launch director Cole Davis (Tatum) already difficult task.  When the White House deems the mission too important to fail, Jones is directed to stage a fake moon landing as back-up and the countdown truly begins.

Press Screening Movie Reaction (full review on July 9, 2024): https://sdmoviemaven.blogspot.com/2024/07/movie-reaction-fly-me-to-moon.html

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