Special Events

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (1910) SHORT FILM FREE SCREENING - NOVEMBER 28TH 11:30AM

Step into the spirit of Dickens Holiday with a special FREE screening of the 1910 short silent film A Christmas Carol at the Cameo Art House Theatre! From 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, guests are invited to drop in at any time to enjoy this early cinematic adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved tale.

Produced by the Edison Manufacturing Company, the 1910 version of A Christmas Carol is a charming, atmospheric short film - only about 10 minutes long. The film will play continuously throughout the hour so visitors can step inside, warm up, and catch the story of Scrooge, Marley, and the Christmas spirits at any point.

We’re also offering a Buy One, Get One FREE small popcorn deal for the entire duration of Dickens Holiday downtown. Bring a friend or family member and enjoy a classic treat together while celebrating this beloved Fayetteville tradition.

Come enjoy a piece of film history, warm holiday vibes, and a great popcorn special!

Written By: Charles Dickens

Rated NR; Runtime 11min

THE EXORCIST (1973) - FOURTH FRIDAY FRIGHT NIGHT NOVEMBER 28TH

William Friedkin’s groundbreaking classic of terror and faith plays for one night only, Friday, November 28 at 9:30 PM, on the CAMEO big screen. When young Regan (Linda Blair) begins exhibiting strange and horrifying behavior, her desperate mother (Ellen Burstyn) turns to the church for help. A skeptical local priest (Jason Miller) and an experienced exorcist (Max von Sydow) are called to confront a force beyond comprehension in a battle between good and ultimate evil.

One of the most acclaimed and profitable horror films ever made, The Exorcist earned 10 Academy Award nominations, winning Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound, and remains a landmark in cinematic horror that continues to unsettle and haunt audiences to this day.

Directed By: William Friedkin
Written By: William Peter Blatty
Starring: Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Lee J. Cobb

Rated R; Runtime 2hr 2min

CITIZEN KANE (1941) - NOVEMBER 29TH

Experience one of cinema’s greatest achievements on the CAMEO big screen as we present Orson Welles’ 1941 masterpiece CITIZEN KANE on Saturday, November 29th at 4:30 PM.

When a reporter sets out to uncover the meaning behind newspaper tycoon Charles Foster Kane’s final word — “Rosebud” — he pieces together a haunting, multi-layered portrait of a man who rose from humble beginnings to unimaginable power. Through the recollections of Kane’s closest friend, Jedediah Leland, and his troubled mistress, Susan Alexander, the mystery only deepens.

Hailed by critics as the greatest film ever made, CITIZEN KANE earned nine Academy Award nominations and won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay, praised for its groundbreaking cinematography, innovative storytelling, and towering performance from Welles himself. Don’t miss the chance to see this landmark classic the way it was meant to be seen... on the big screen.

Directed By: Orson Welles
Written By: Herman J. Mankiewicz, Orson Welles, Roger Q. Denny
Starring: Joseph Cotten, Dorothy Comingore, Agnes Moorehead

Rated PG; Runtime 1hr 59min

CAMEO COLLECTIVE HOLIDAY PARTY & FREE SCREENING OF NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION - DECEMBER 3RD

Celebrate the season with us at the CAMEO COLLECTIVE Member & Donor Appreciation Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 3rd, from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Cameo Art House Theatre.

This cozy evening is our way of saying thank you to the wonderful members and donors who have stepped up to keep the Cameo shining. This event is exclusive to current Cameo Collective members, but if you’re not a member yet, you’re warmly invited to sing up online HERE or to sign up at the door and join in on the fun.

Drop in anytime between 6 and 9 PM for an inviting spread of holiday cookies, cakes, sweet treats, hot cocoa, and cider, all enjoyed alongside festive music and plenty of warm company. At 6:30 PM, we’ll gather for a special holiday toast to celebrate you and the incredible community that makes everything we do possible.

Then at 7:00 PM, settle in for a big-screen showing of the beloved comedy classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) - the perfect dose of holiday hilarity to share with fellow film lovers.

Please RSVP by November 26 to brian@cameoarthouse.com. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

ELF (2003) - DECEMBER 6TH

Get into the holiday spirit ahead of Fayetteville’s Great Elf Gathering - Join us on Friday, December 6 at 4:30 PM for a festive screening of ELF!

When Buddy (Will Ferrell) is accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler, he grows up believing he’s just another one of Santa’s elves. But when he realizes he doesn’t quite fit in, Buddy heads to New York—still in full elf uniform—to find his real father, Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a world-weary businessman who isn’t exactly ready for Buddy’s boundless Christmas spirit. What follows is a hilarious, heartwarming adventure filled with candy canes, Christmas magic, and plenty of holiday chaos.

Come celebrate the season with us and enjoy one of the most beloved modern holiday classics on the big screen!

Directed By: Jon Favreau
Written By: David Berenbaum
Starring: Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart

Rated PG; Runtime 1hr 37min

HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS - DECEMBER 10TH

In the early 1800’s, JEAN KAYAK, a drunken applejack salesman, finds himself stranded in a surreal winter landscape with nothing but his dim wits to guide him. Against a backdrop of ruthless elements and forest creatures – all played by actors in full-sized mascot costumes – KAYAK develops increasingly complex traps in order to win the hand of a mischievous lover. When he discovers that the Beavers have formed their own secret society, he must infiltrate their lair to uncover their secrets and win the day.
Equal parts silent-era stunt work, Looney Tunes energy, and pure filmmaking lunacy. See the cult hit that’s too much dam fun for streaming.

Directed By: Mike Cheslik
Written By: Mike Cheslik, Ryland Brickson Cole Tews
Starring: Ryland Brickson Cole Tews, Olivia Graves, Doug Mancheski, Wes Tank, Luis Rico

Rated NR; Runtime 1hr 48min

THE GREMLINS (1984) - DECEMBER 13TH

Get into the holiday spirit with chaos and creatures on the CAMEO big screen, playing Saturday, December 13 at 4:30 PM. When a gadget salesman brings home a mysterious “mogwai” as a Christmas gift for his son, he’s warned to follow three simple rules: keep it out of bright light, don’t let it get wet, and never feed it after midnight. When those rules are inevitably broken, a small town is overrun by mischievous gremlins on a wild and destructive Christmas Eve.

Blending horror, comedy, and festive cheer, Gremlins became a pop-culture phenomenon and a holiday favorite, produced by Steven Spielberg and directed by Joe Dante.

Directed By: Joe Dante
Written By: Chris Columbus
Starring: Hoyt Axton, John Louie, Keye Luke

Rated PG; Runtime 1hr 46min

A CHRISTMAS STORY (1983) - DECEMBER 14TH

Celebrate the season with the timeless holiday classic A CHRISTMAS STORY (1983) on the CAMEO big screen, Sunday, December 14th at 1:30 PM.

Join young Ralphie Parker on his charming, hilarious quest to convince his parents, his teacher, and even Santa himself that the only perfect Christmas gift is a Red Ryder BB gun. From leg lamps and pink bunny pajamas to schoolyard triple-dog dares, this beloved film is packed with unforgettable moments that have made it a holiday tradition for generations.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest Christmas comedies ever made, A CHRISTMAS STORY continues to win over audiences with its nostalgic storytelling and warm humor. Come relive the magic, or introduce it to a new generation, on the big screen this holiday season.

Directed By: Bob Clark
Written By: Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown, Bob Clark
Starring: Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Scott Schwartz

Rated PG; Runtime 1hr 33min