Now Showing in Grand Blanc & Fenton: Digger, Verity & Coyote vs. Acme

We are wrapping up the last days of September, the air has that first fall snap, and the biggest new movies of the season hit local screens this Friday. Tom Cruise headlines the week's most talked-about release, Digger, the Colleen Hoover thriller Verity opens for date-night crowds, and the family favorite Coyote vs. Acme is still packing matinees at NCG Cinemas Grand Blanc. Whether you live in Grand Blanc, Fenton, Linden, Davison, or one of the surrounding communities, your next great night out is a short drive away.

Where to Watch in Our Community

For moviegoers across Grand Blanc, Fenton, Linden, and Davison, NCG Cinemas at Trillium (NCG Grand Blanc) at 8220 Trillium Circle Ave is the hometown multiplex, with stadium seating, a big IMAX auditorium, and a lineup that turns over every single week. Fenton families and Davison residents make the easy drive here all the time. And for a true Michigan classic, the US 23 Drive-In at 5200 Fenton Rd in Flint keeps the old-school charm alive under the open sky, with double features on Friday and Saturday nights through the fall. Lapeer-area moviegoers also have NCG Lapeer Cinemas at 1650 DeMille Rd, a convenient stop with its own rotating lineup.

Showtimes change from week to week and even day to day, so we are not going to quote exact times here. Instead, use this guide to decide what to see, then check the theater's site for precise schedules before you head out.

The One Everyone Is Talking About: Digger

Digger opens Friday, October 2, and it is the movie everyone is buzzing about this week. Tom Cruise stars as Digger Rockwell, an aging Texas oil tycoon whose Arctic drilling operation sets off a chain of events that could threaten the entire world. As the crisis unfolds, he embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's savior, even as the disaster he helped unleash grows. It is directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind Birdman and The Revenant, which makes this the year's most unlikely pairing: the biggest movie star on the planet with one of cinema's most ambitious auteurs.

Who it is for: Tom Cruise fans, moviegoers who love a big swing, and anyone who wants to see the year's most talked-about performance. Cruise disappears into the role under heavy prosthetics, and the supporting cast includes Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, Sandra Hüller, and Jesse Plemons. Reviews have been sharply divided, which honestly makes it more fun to see for yourself and form your own opinion. It is the marquee wide release of the week, so NCG Grand Blanc is the natural place to catch it on the biggest screen in the area. Check the theater's site for showtimes and formats.

For Thriller Fans: Verity

If your idea of a perfect movie night is a thriller that keeps you guessing, Verity opens Friday, October 2, and it has book clubs buzzing. Based on Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel, it stars Anne Hathaway as Verity Crawford, a bestselling author who is unable to finish her latest series after a mysterious accident. Dakota Johnson plays Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer hired to ghostwrite the remaining books, who relocates to the Crawford estate and uncovers an unfinished autobiography that reads less like a memoir and more like a confession. Josh Hartnett co-stars, and the film's twisty, unsettling tone has made it one of the most anticipated adaptations of the year.

Who it is for: fans of the book, thriller lovers, and anyone who likes a movie that sparks conversation on the drive home. It is showing at NCG Grand Blanc, so it is an easy pick for a date night or a girls' night out without leaving town.

For the Whole Family: Coyote vs. Acme

For families, Coyote vs. Acme is the easiest yes of the week. The beloved cartoon character finally gets his day in court, suing Acme Corporation over the defective products that have been failing him for decades. It is a clever, crowd-pleasing blend of animation and live action that has been drawing big family audiences since it opened, and it is still playing at NCG Grand Blanc.

Who it is for: kids, parents who grew up on Looney Tunes, and anyone who wants a fun, feel-good show the whole household can agree on. Pair it with an early dinner at a favorite local spot and you have a perfect family night.

Bonus for varied tastes: NCG Grand Blanc also has the R-rated thriller The Weight, the family-friendly Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, and holdovers like Spider-Man: Brand New Day for superhero fans. The US 23 Drive-In posts a fresh lineup every week, with family titles like Toy Story 5 and Minions & Monsters in the rotation under the open sky, plus grown-up double features on Friday and Saturday nights. And NCG Lapeer Cinemas is a handy option for Lapeer-area families, with its own lineup that has included Resident Evil and Fall Fest kids' screenings.

Why a Movie Night Is a Great Night Out

A night at the movies is one of the easiest, most affordable ways to enjoy everything our community has to offer. Grab dinner at a favorite local spot first, catch a show, and you have a perfect evening with no long drive. For families in Grand Blanc and Fenton, it is a weekly ritual that brings everyone together. For adults, it is a date night that feels fresh every time. There is something special about knowing the same films playing in the big-city multiplexes are showing just minutes from your own neighborhood. It is exactly the kind of everyday rhythm, a theater around the corner, the drive-in on a Friday night, that makes a town feel like home.

A Quick Word on Living Here

At The Moen Group, led by Principal Broker Rob Moen, a top-producing luxury real estate agent with decades of experience across Southeastern Michigan, we have helped families buy and sell homes throughout Grand Blanc, Fenton, Linden, Davison, Tyrone Township, and the communities of Genesee and Livingston counties. What we love most about the work is seeing how the small things, a favorite theater, a go-to restaurant, a weekend tradition, are what turn a house into a home. Knowing you can catch the biggest movie of the year a few minutes from your front door, then stop for ice cream on the way home, is part of what makes this area such a wonderful place to live.

If you are thinking about making Grand Blanc, Fenton, Linden, or a neighboring community your home, or if you are ready to sell, we would love to help you find the right fit. And whether you are house-hunting or just heading out for the evening, we hope you enjoy the show.

Pop some popcorn, find your seat, and enjoy a great night at the movies right in your own backyard.