If your movie plans this week involve deciding between Filipino horror, family drama, a terrifying climb, Turkish supernatural horror, or witches Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, well... that's quite a lineup.
Here's the full rundown of movies showing in Philippine cinemas this week (September 9, 2026): Poon, Life After You, Fall 2: Deadpoint, Cahim, and Practical Magic 2.
Two Filipino films are opening today, while the rest give moviegoers plenty of reasons to stay inside the cinema instead of doom-scrolling at home. And yes, some of these are definitely more worth your cinema money than others.
Here's what to watch, what to skip, and where each movie fits your movie-night mood — plus cinema schedules, ticket prices, and where to watch movies in the Philippines this week.
Quick answer: Movies now showing in Philippine cinemas this week include Poon, Life After You, Fall 2: Deadpoint, Cahim, and Practical Magic 2. The lineup covers Filipino horror and drama, a survival thriller, supernatural horror, and fantasy romance.
1. Poon
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Drama Rating: R-16 Director: Adolfo Alix Jr. Starring: Jaclyn Jose, Ronaldo Valdez, Gina Pareño, Janice de Belen, Lotlot de Leon, Ara Mina
If you're looking for the Filipino movie that gives you the biggest "okay, something is VERY wrong in this house" energy this week, start with Poon.
Directed by Adolfo Alix Jr., Poon follows a family dealing with supernatural occurrences while confronting long-buried issues in their household. The movie features an impressive veteran ensemble led by Gina Pareño, Jaclyn Jose, Ronaldo Valdez, Janice de Belen, Lotlot de Leon, and Ara Mina.
And there's another reason this movie carries some emotional weight: Poon features the final film performances of Jaclyn Jose and Ronaldo Valdez.
Why Poon stands out
Here's the thing about Poon: don't go in expecting a pure jump-scare machine.
The movie's stronger hand is the family drama underneath the horror. The ghosts are scary, sure, but the family secrets? Those may be worse. A review from PEP praised the veteran cast and pointed to the film's domestic conflict and buried family secrets as what gives the story its emotional punch.
That makes Poon an interesting choice if you like horror with something more going on beneath the creepy house.
Watch Poon if...
- You enjoy Filipino horror
- You like supernatural stories mixed with family drama
- You prefer atmosphere and story over endless jump scares
- You want to support a Filipino theatrical release
- You want to see the final film performances of Jaclyn Jose and Ronaldo Valdez
Skip Poon if...
- You only want nonstop scares
- Family drama isn't your thing
- You prefer slick Hollywood horror with big effects
Is Poon worth watching?
Yes, especially if you want Filipino horror with an emotional side. Don't expect it to reinvent the genre. Instead, go for the cast, the family tension, the eerie atmosphere, and the chance to see two beloved veteran actors in their final film performances.
Our pick: 🎬 Worth a cinema trip for Filipino horror fans.
2. Life After You
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| Image: Life After You trailer still via VIVA Films |
Genre: Drama Rating: PG Director: Marla Ancheta Starring: Maricel Soriano, Bela Padilla, Dani Zee, Gardo Versoza, Jeric Raval
Not every movie night needs someone running from a ghost or hanging 3,000 feet above the ground. Sometimes you just want a Filipino drama that makes you stare at the screen and think, "okay, now I need to know how this ends." That's where Life After You comes in.
The film follows two women with different ways of raising a child they both deeply care about. It stars Maricel Soriano, Bela Padilla, and Dani Zee, with a runtime of about 1 hour and 56 minutes.
What makes Life After You different?
The movie goes straight for family emotions rather than spectacle. With Maricel Soriano and Bela Padilla leading the cast, this is clearly aimed at viewers who enjoy relationship-driven Filipino dramas. It's also one of this week's easier picks if you're watching with someone who doesn't necessarily want horror, fantasy, or survival anxiety.
Watch Life After You if...
- You enjoy Filipino family dramas
- You like emotional stories about relationships
- You're a Maricel Soriano or Bela Padilla fan
- You want something more grounded than this week's horror titles
- You prefer a movie that gives you something to talk about after the credits
Skip Life After You if...
- You're looking for action
- You want scares
- You need a fast-paced thriller to keep you glued to your seat
Is Life After You worth watching?
If Filipino drama is your comfort zone, this is one to put on your list. The story is built around a relatable question: what happens when two people have very different ideas about caring for the same child? That setup alone should give drama fans plenty to chew on.
Our pick: ❤️ Best for Filipino drama fans.
3. Fall 2: Deadpoint
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| Image: Fall 2: Deadpoint trailer still via Lionsgate Movies |
Genre: Thriller Rating: PG Director: Peter Spierig Runtime: 1 hour 37 minutes
Remember Fall, the movie that made looking at a really tall tower feel like a terrible life decision? Well, they're doing it again.
Fall 2: Deadpoint brings the high-altitude survival formula back, this time putting Luce and Jax in another seriously unpleasant situation high above the ground. The movie is one of the new movies in Philippine cinemas this week and continues to screen through September.
Why Fall 2 is best experienced in a cinema
This is probably the easiest movie on this list to explain in one sentence: your TV at home cannot fully recreate the feeling of looking down from thousands of feet up.
The sequel once again leans heavily on height, isolation, and survival tension, and that's where the movie works best. Recent reviews have been less impressed with the sequel's story and dialogue than with its actual suspense sequences. In other words, don't expect Shakespeare while hanging off a tower — but you might absolutely hate looking down.
Watch Fall 2 if...
- You enjoyed the first Fall
- You like survival thrillers
- You enjoy movies that make your palms sweat
- You want something that benefits from the big screen
- You're the type who says "I could never do that" every five minutes
Skip Fall 2 if...
- You hate heights
- You get annoyed by characters making questionable decisions
- You care more about a clever screenplay than pure suspense
Is Fall 2: Deadpoint worth watching?
For the cinema experience? Yes. For the story? Temper your expectations. The sequel may not have the same freshness as the original, but the whole point is watching these characters get into increasingly horrible situations and wondering how they're going to get out. Basically: good movie, terrible climbing plan.
Our pick: 😱 Best for adrenaline junkies.
4. Cahim
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| Image: Cahim trailer still via CJ Entertainment |
If supernatural horror with a darker, more unfamiliar flavor is your thing, Cahim is worth a look.
This Turkish horror film follows a woman whose desperate wish to have a child leads her into a pact involving jinn. What starts as a solution quickly turns into something much more sinister, with consequences that reach beyond her — and into her family.
Unlike the other horror title on this week's lineup, Cahim leans heavily into jinn lore, occult themes, and supernatural possession, giving horror fans something a little different from the usual Filipino or Hollywood scares.
Watch Cahim if...
- You enjoy supernatural and occult horror
- Jinn stories and paranormal folklore fascinate you
- You don't mind watching international horror
- You'd rather discover a less familiar horror title than rewatch the usual Hollywood formulas
Skip Cahim if...
- Foreign-language horror isn't usually your thing
- You prefer character-driven drama over supernatural scares
- You want a big Hollywood production with familiar stars
Is Cahim worth watching?
If you're already planning a horror movie night, Cahim could be the wildcard pick. It's not necessarily the safest choice for casual moviegoers, but horror fans looking for something outside the mainstream may find its jinn-and-occult setup intriguing. Cahim is currently playing in major Philippine cinemas, including SM Cinema and Ayala Malls Cinemas — check your preferred cinema's schedule before heading out, as screenings can vary by branch.
Our pick: 👻 Best alternative horror choice.
5. Practical Magic 2
Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Comedy Rating: PG Director: Susanne Bier Starring: Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Joey King, Maisie Williams, Lee Pace
Okay, witches. We're back.
Almost three decades after the original, Practical Magic 2 brings Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman back as Sally and Gillian Owens. If you're already building your movie watchlist beyond this week's releases, check out our guide to 8 Upcoming Movies 2026 to Watch for more titles to keep on your radar.
Practical Magic 2 continues the Owens family's magical story, bringing a younger generation into the mix, including Joey King and Maisie Williams. The film is directed by Susanne Bier and is based on Alice Hoffman's The Book of Magic. The Philippine release is part of the film's international rollout beginning September 9.
Why Practical Magic 2 is getting attention
Because Sandra Bullock + Nicole Kidman + witches is already enough to get the group chat talking. The original 1998 film wasn't initially a huge critical or commercial success, but it eventually developed a strong cult following — which makes this sequel less of a random reboot and more of a reunion for people who grew up loving the Owens sisters. Now Sally and Gillian are older, with the next generation of the family becoming part of the story.
Watch Practical Magic 2 if...
- You loved the 1998 movie
- You're a Sandra Bullock or Nicole Kidman fan
- You enjoy fantasy romance
- You love witchy aesthetics and magical family stories
- Nostalgia is basically your favorite movie genre
Skip Practical Magic 2 if...
- You haven't seen the original and don't care about the characters
- You want a completely fresh fantasy story
- You don't enjoy legacy sequels
- You get annoyed when movies rely heavily on nostalgia
Is Practical Magic 2 worth watching?
For fans of the original? Absolutely worth considering. For everyone else? Maybe wait for the reviews from your movie bestie first. Early critical response is mixed — some reviewers enjoy the Bullock-Kidman chemistry and emotional continuity, while others feel the sequel struggles to recreate the original's quirky charm. So don't go in expecting Practical Magic 1998 with a fresh coat of paint.
Go for the reunion. Go for the sisters. Go for the magic. And maybe go because you still remember that midnight margarita scene.
Our pick: 🧙 Best for nostalgia.
Which Movie Should You Watch This Week?
Best Filipino Movie Pick: Poon — If you want to put your cinema money behind a Filipino film this week, Poon is the more intriguing horror choice. The cast alone gives it plenty of reason to pay attention.
Best Drama Pick: Life After You — If you want emotions instead of demons, choose Life After You. Bring someone who enjoys talking about family drama afterward. You know who they are.
Best Adrenaline Pick: Fall 2: Deadpoint — This is the obvious choice if your idea of fun is spending 97 minutes wondering why these people didn't simply stay on the ground.
Best Horror Alternative: Cahim — For horror fans who have already worked their way through the usual Hollywood releases, Cahim offers something different.
Best Nostalgia Pick: Practical Magic 2 — If you watched the original and still remember the Owens sisters, this one is practically calling your name.
National Cinema Day: Catch a Movie for Just ₱100 on September 12
Planning a movie weekend? September 12 is a pretty good day to do it.
National Cinema Day in the Philippines brings movie ticket prices down to just ₱100, giving moviegoers a chance to catch both local and international films on the big screen without the usual damage to the wallet. That means you could finally check out that movie you've been debating — or squeeze in a second film if your schedule allows.
Major cinema chains, including SM Cinema and Ayala Malls Cinemas, are participating, although available titles, schedules, and participating branches may vary.
What can you watch for ₱100?
The promo applies to local and international movies, so your choices aren't limited to Filipino films. Depending on the cinema and available screenings, you can use National Cinema Day as an excuse to catch one of this week's releases — or revisit a movie you've been meaning to see.
If you're choosing from this week's lineup:
- Poon — for Filipino horror fans
- Life After You — for an emotional family drama
- Fall 2: Deadpoint — if you want adrenaline and serious height anxiety
- Cahim — for supernatural and occult horror
- Practical Magic 2 — for fantasy, romance, and a heavy dose of nostalgia
Tip: Don't wait until September 12 to check the schedule. Popular screenings can fill up quickly, so check your preferred cinema's listings ahead of time and confirm which screenings are covered by the ₱100 offer.
For movie fans, this is basically permission to make Saturday a cinema day. 🎬🍿
Where to Watch Movies in the Philippines: Cinema Schedules This Week
Here's one thing to remember before you put on your shoes and head to the mall: cinema schedules can change. A movie might have several screenings on Wednesday and fewer on Friday. Smaller releases can also disappear from certain branches faster than major studio movies.
For the most accurate cinema schedules in the Philippines, check your preferred cinema chain before heading out.
SM Cinema — Check the specific SM Cinema branch you're planning to visit rather than relying on a nationwide schedule.
Ayala Malls Cinemas — Ayala branches can have different movie lineups and screening times, so always select your actual mall.
Robinsons Movieworld — Another useful option, especially for moviegoers outside Metro Manila.
Other Philippine cinemas you can check schedules for:
- Megaworld Cinemas
- Power Plant Cinemas
- Fisher Mall cinemas
- Independent and regional cinemas
Cinema listings can change quickly. For example, current September 9 listings at Lucky Chinatown show Fall 2: Deadpoint, Life After You, Poon, and Practical Magic 2 with different screening times across its cinema rooms.
So before you say "Tara, movie!" — check first. Nothing kills the movie mood faster than arriving at the mall and discovering the last screening was 20 minutes ago.
What Should You Watch This Week?
If you only have money for one movie: Our pick is Poon. Why? Because it's the movie on this week's list that gives you something uniquely Filipino while also having a strong ensemble cast and a story that goes beyond simply throwing ghosts at the audience. If you're specifically looking for spectacle, however, go with Fall 2: Deadpoint.
If you want to watch two movies: Want variety? Try Poon + Practical Magic 2 — one gives you Filipino supernatural horror, the other gives you witches, fantasy, and nostalgia. That's one very chaotic double-feature. Or try Life After You + Fall 2: Deadpoint: start with family drama, finish with people hanging thousands of feet above the ground. Emotional whiplash? Yes. Boring? Definitely not.
If you're watching with friends: Pick Fall 2: Deadpoint. It's the kind of movie that gets people talking during the walk out of the cinema — "Why would you climb that thing?" "I would've just gone home." "Nope. Not me." That's part of the fun.
If you're watching alone: Go with Poon if you want atmosphere and horror, or Practical Magic 2 if you're there for the nostalgia.
Not heading to the cinema this week? You can always switch to a good series at home. If you're in the mood for Korean drama, check out our Best K-Dramas to Watch on Viu (Free Streaming Guide 2026) for free-streaming picks.
Final Verdict
September 9 is giving moviegoers a pretty fun mix of movies showing in Philippine cinemas this week. Poon is the pick if you want Filipino horror with family drama underneath. Life After You is for those who'd rather have emotional tension than supernatural tension. Fall 2: Deadpoint is your answer if you want sweaty palms and questionable climbing decisions. Cahim gives horror fans something outside the usual Hollywood menu. And Practical Magic 2 is clearly the nostalgia play for fans of Sally and Gillian Owens.
If we had to choose just one? Go with Poon for the local cinema experience. But if heights don't bother you and you want the movie most likely to make you grip your armrest, Fall 2: Deadpoint is the other strong contender.
And if you're a Practical Magic girlie? Well, let's be honest — you've probably already decided.
Which movie are you watching this week? 🎬
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