South African moviegoers, these are the new movies and movies showing this week with national roll-outs pegged to Friday, 24 October 2025.
Below, we explain each title in plain language, note language/age info where available, and show you exactly how to watch at Ster-Kinekor and Nu Metro, including verified rewards and deals you can activate at checkout.
New movies showing in cinemas this week: What’s opening on Friday, 24 October 2025
The Silence of the Lambs – (Throwback | Ster-Kinekor exclusive)
Jodie Foster’s Clarice Starling interviews Dr Hannibal Lecter to help catch a serial killer.
This is a Throwback Cinemarun — typically one week only — and screens exclusively at Ster-Kinekor.
- Rating: 18
- Runtime: ±1h54.
How to watch: Open the title on Ster-Kinekor, select your city/cinema, pick a showtime, and pay. Throwback weeks are often priced at R50 per ticket (confirm on your site’s listing before purchase).
Screams on Screen Horror Festival (Event – Ster-Kinekor exclusive)
A one-night showcase of independent horror shorts curated by Unseen.
Date window on SK: from 24/10/2025 (some sites promote 25 Oct sessions — check your local cinema’s time).
- Date window on SK: from 24/10/2025 (some sites promote 25 Oct sessions — check your local cinema’s time)
- Duration: ±1h30. Chain: Ster-Kinekor only
How to watch: Book via the SK event page for your chosen cinema and date.
Stitch Head – (Animated fantasy)
A small, stitched-together guardian defends a castle of creations from fearful townspeople.
- Language: English
- FPB rating: PG L V
- Runtime: 91 min.
How to watch: Search your nearest cinema and select a preferred showtime.
Roofman – (Crime drama)
A charming thief hides out in a Toys “R” Us, living in the roof while planning robberies — a double life that begins to unravel.
- Starts: Fri, 24 October 2025
- Cast highlights: Channing Tatum, Peter Dinklage, Ben Mendelsohn.
How to watch: Find the title on your theatre of choice and choose your cinema/time.
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere – (Biopic/music drama)
A look at Bruce Springsteen in the Nebraska era, balancing looming fame with personal ghosts.
- Starts: Fri, 24 October 2025
How to watch: Check line-up and select your cinema when sessions go live.
Shelby Oaks – (Horror)
A woman’s search for her missing sister turns into obsession when a childhood “imaginary demon” may be real.
- Starts:Fri, 24 October 2025
- FPB rating: 16 H L V
- Runtime: 91 min
How to watch: Book at cinemas nationwide once sessions open for your site.
Depeche Mode: M – (Concert film/doc)
A cinematic journey through Mexico City’s 2023 Memento Mori tour dates, blending concert footage with culture and ritual.
Listed on Ster-Kinekor and the film’s official hub for late-October theatrical play.
How to watch: Check theatre title page for participating cinemas and session times.
Wicked: Part 1 — Sing-Along (Family musical)
The 2024 hit returns with on-screen lyrics for audience participation.
- Release: Fri, 24 October 2025
- FPB: PG
- Runtime:160 min
- Available at both chains (listings are live).
How to watch: Choose Nu Metro or Ster-Kinekor, select your site and format (e.g., VIP/Xtreme/Prestige if offered).
How to book (quick steps)
- Pick your chain & cinema: Use Ster-Kinekor or Nu Metro websites/apps; select your city, then your cinema.
- Choose a time & format: Standard 2D is most common; some sites offer IMAX/Xtreme/VIP/Prestige — larger screens or premium seating/food service. (Availability varies per cinema.)
- Apply rewards: Log into your loyalty profile (SK Club or Scene Club) and add partner details (e.g., Discovery Vitality or Nedbank) during checkout to trigger discounts.
- Collect/scan tickets: Use the QR code in your app/email at entrance or kiosks.
Deals and rewards to use this week (verified 20 October 2025)
Ster-Kinekor
- Half-Price Tuesday (SK Club): Official T&Cs define it as “50% off 1 movie ticket per showtime on any Tuesday,” including 2D, 3D, Cine Prestige, IMAX, and “movies in their first week of release.” (Free to join SK Club.)
- Subscription Club: Fan Club includes 4 tickets/month plus 20% off a regular combo (buy page shows current plan info); Morvies Club offers higher usage with snack discounts (see T&Cs).
- Epic Deal: R149.90 bundle — 2D/3D ticket + regular popcorn + 650 ml drink — active on the promotions page (check day-of-week validity per promo).
- Discovery Vitality: Up to 50% off 2D/3D/Cinema Nouveau; 25% off IMAX/Cine Prestige/NT Live; Vitality Kids (2–18) watch free before 19:00 on weekdays (after completing the Kids review).
Nu Metro
- Scene Club (free): Earn 10 points per R1 on tickets/snacks; redeem points on future purchases.
- Nedbank card discount: 50% off 2D/3D/VIP; 60% off Xtreme; plus 50% off the medium popcorn-and-soda combo when you pay with a qualifying card (T&Cs apply).
- Value pricing: Nu Metro promotes mid-week/other reduced pricing via its official pricing hub; some sites also run Wowza Wednesday specials — always check your cinema’s price board before booking.
Note: Screening times, formats, and promotions can differ by cinema and may change without notice. Always confirm prices/eligibility on the booking page before paying.
