FEAR FEST! The Shining (1980)

The Franklin Theatre is screening Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" as part of their October Fear Fest series, a month-long celebration of classic and contemporary horror films. In this psychological thriller, a family moves into an isolated hotel for the winter, where the father takes on a caretaker role. What begins as a quiet season quickly unravels as unsettling forces within the hotel take hold. The film runs just over two hours and features Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, and Danny Lloyd. This screening is rated R, which means children under 17 need a parent or guardian (age 21+) with a valid photo ID present. The theatre opens its doors 45 minutes before the 7:00 PM showtime, and films begin promptly at the scheduled time with no previews. If you're looking for Halloween-themed entertainment, check out the theatre's full October lineup—they're offering everything from family-friendly animated picks to horror classics and deeper cuts for devoted fans. Tickets can be purchased through their website or by calling the box office at 615.538.2076.