When John McClane steps onto the Nakatomi Plaza rooftop, he inadvertently becomes one of cinema’s most iconic action heroes. Released in 1988, Die Hard redefined the genre with its blend of gritty realism, dark humour, and a relentless pace that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. Bruce Willis’s portrayal of the everyman cop fighting against insurmountable odds has influenced countless films, cementing the franchise's place in pop culture history. With its explosive action sequences and memorable one-liners, Die Hard has evolved into an enduring staple, particularly during the festive season, as it leans into the chaos of holiday gatherings disrupted by terror. Set against the backdrop of a high-stakes hostage situation, Die Hard's cultural significance lies in its gritty realism and subversion of traditional action tropes. The infamous scene where McClane slides through an air duct, uttering "Now I have a machine gun, ho-ho-ho," perfectly encapsulates the film’s blend of tension and dark humour. Notably, it garnered critical acclaim, achieving box office success, grossing over $140 million and earning a spot in the National Film Registry for its significance in American cinema. Organise a screening at your local cinema and invite your mates to witness
Create a screening
Screenwave helps film fans bring classic, cult, and fan-favourite films back to local cinemas. Anyone can start a screening, share it, and invite others to back it. Once the funding target is reached, The Regent confirms the date.
John McTiernan made Die Hard for one reason — to be seen on the biggest screen possible. The kind of film that loses something on a laptop, a tablet, or even a TV. 2h 12m that deserve your full attention and a darkened room. See it properly or don't see it at all.
So create a screening. Bring your mates, your family, your colleagues, your neighbours, that friend who's never seen it and needs to. Pack the seats with people who get it — or people who are about to. This is your cinema. Your film. Your night. Make it one to remember.
148 people are already waiting for this.
There's something modern multiplexes can't replicate. Built in an era when cinema was an occasion, The Regent has absorbed decades of gasps, laughter, and applause. Its atmosphere does half the job before the lights even go down. It's a natural home for classic horror and silent films — but the magic works for anything. Cult favourites, family nights, one-off events. Whatever you want to see, The Regent gives it weight. Choose your film. Bring Blackpool together. Make it a night.
Nestled inside a stunning 1920s picture house, The Regent Cinema is one of Blackpool's most unique and loveable venues. A beautifully preserved single screen, set within a building housing antiques, vintage finds and retro treasures — it's a cinema experience like no other. Whether you're a film lover, a history buff, or just after something a little different, The Regent is the real deal.
Reserved Seating
Alcohol licence
The Regent is easily reached by public transport, just a short walk from Blackpool North train station, with multiple bus routes serving Church Street right outside
For those travelling by car, pay and display parking is available on Caunce Street/Church Street Car Park, just moments from the venue.
No — Screenwave screenings are public, community events open to everyone.
Yes — creating a screening costs just
The screening doesn't go ahead and all backers are refunded.
Most screenings have a funding target of around £2.00, which covers the cost of bringing the film to the cinema. The total is shared between everyone who backs it.
You suggest a proposed date, which is confirmed once the screening is funded and agreed with the cinema.
Choose a film you'd love to see at the cinema.
When enough people support it, we book the cinema and secure the rights.
The screening goes ahead — or you get a 100% refund if it doesn't.
