1964, PG, 1 hour 21 minutes

Sponsored by Middletown Lyric Theatre

Lobby doors open at 5:30 - Two showings at 6:30 and 8:00

Free parking off of Broad Street and First Ave.

$10 admission at the door - Concessions available for purchase

Join us for a night of wonderfully weird holiday fun1 Come experience one of the most delightfully off beat Christmas movies ever made—a cult classic so strange that it’s impossible not to enjoy it with an audience. Santa Claus Conquers the Martians is the kind of film that becomes ten times more fun when shared: a retro sci fi romp, a dose of holiday nostalgia, and a reminder that sometimes the best seasonal traditions are the ones that make us laugh. Whether you’re a fan of vintage cinema, love campy holiday oddities, or simply want a festive night out that’s different from the usual lineup, this screening is a chance to enjoy something bold, bizarre, and completely joyful.

This 1964 sci fi holiday oddity follows a group of Martians who, worried that their children have become too serious, decide the best solution is to kidnap Santa Claus and bring Christmas to Mars. Their plan goes hilariously sideways as Santa’s cheer, Earth’s customs, and the Martians’ rigid routines collide. With cardboard sets, quirky costumes, and a story that’s equal parts earnest and absurd, the film has earned its place as one of the most beloved “so bad it’s good” holiday classics.