See first-run movies, art flicks and independent films at two theaters in Sandpoint. Sandpoint Cinemas features first-run movies on six screens, and the historic Panida Theater shows art and indie films.

Mufasa: The Lion King
Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny. Starring Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., and Tiffany Boone.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance. Starring Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, and Keanu Reeves.
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Homestead
Amid chaos, ex-Green Beret joins prepper compound; love grows, truths arise, and a community unites. Starring Dawn Olivieri, Neal McDonough, and Susan Misner.
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Kraven the Hunter
Kraven 's complex relationship with his ruthless father, Nikolai Kravinoff, starts him down a path of vengeance with brutal consequences, motivating him to become not only the greatest hunter in the world, but also one of its most feared. Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ariana DeBose, & Russell Crowe.
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Moana 2
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. Starring Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, & Hualalai Chung.
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Gladiator II
Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people. Starring Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal, & Pedro Pascal.
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Wicked
Elphaba, an ostracized but defiant girl born with green skin, and Glinda, a privileged aristocrat born popular, become extremely unlikely friends in the magical Land of Oz. As the two girls struggle with their opposing personalities, their friendship is tested as both begin to fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and The Wicked Witch of the West. The first of a two-part film adaptation of the Broadway musical. Starring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, & Jonathan Bailey.
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Red One
After a shocking abduction from the North Pole, the Commander of the E.L.F. Task Force must partner with the world's most infamous bounty hunter to save Christmas. Starring Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, and Bonnie Hunt.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The Herdmans – Gladys, Claude, Imogene, Leroy, Ollie and Ralph – are undeniably the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, steal, cheat, bully and overall terrorize their small community. But this Christmas, they’re taking over their local church Pageant – and they just might unwittingly teach a shocked little town the true meaning of Christmas. Starring Judy Greer, Pete Holmes, and Molly Belle Wright.
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 Tickets available at the door, or buy in advance at the Panida website. Doors open 30 minutes before showtimes.

Here's what's coming up in January...

4: $5 Movie: Knives Out. Join at the Panida for this 2019 mystery thriller. The circumstances surrounding the death of crime novelist Harlan Thrombey are mysterious, but there's one thing that renowned detective Benoit Blanc knows for sure. Everyone in the wildly dysfunctional Thrombey family is a suspect. Doors open 30 minutes before the show, shows will be at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets here.

10 Annual Backcountry Film Festival. Join SOLE for the Annual Backcountry Film Festival. This event will be held at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. at 7 p.m.  Find out more about the youth outdoor education program that the event supports by clicking here. Or get tickets here.

17-19 Banff Mountain Film Festival. The Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world! Films are on mountain culture, sport, lifestyle or environment. Shows will be at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. The shows on the 17th and 18th will be at 7:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. on the 19th. A different program is shown each night. Get tickets at Panida.org.

25: $5 Movie: Hundreds of Beavers. Join at the Panida for a showing on the big screen of this 2024 slapstick epic about a frostbitten battle between Jean Kayak and Diabolical beavers, hundreds of them, who stand between him and survival. Shows will be held at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Get tickets here.

31 Living Voices - The New American. The Pend d'Oreille Arts Council presents a step back in time with Living Voices as they bring to live the compelling narrative of a young Irish immigrant's voyage to a new land in the early 1900's. Through a captivating blend of dynamic solo performances and archival film, witness Bridget's courageous journey from the cramped quarters of steerage to the gates of Ellis Island and the bustling streets of New York City. Show will be held at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. starting at 7 p.m. Doors will open one hour before the show. $15 adults, $10 students. Get your tickets here.

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