"Shoshana" - (2 hours, 1 minute) - A  gripping historical thriller that blends forbidden romance with the political turmoil of the Middle East in the late 1930s and early 1940s. Set in British Mandatory Palestine, the film tells the true story of Shoshana Borochov (Irina Starshenbaum), the idealistic daughter of a Zionist labor movement co-founder, who falls in love with Tom Wilkin (Douglas Booth), a British police officer charged with maintaining order in an increasingly volatile Tel Aviv. Their relationship is tested as Tom and his colleague Geoffrey Morton (Harry Melling) hunt down Zionist militant Avraham Stern (Aury Alby), igniting a conflict that divides allegiances and shatters trust. Against the backdrop of mounting resistance movements, the rise of extremist factions, and the chaos of World War II, Shoshana weaves together a sweeping love story and a political thriller.  Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2 p.m. (OCAP), Thursday, Sept. 4, 7 p.m.

"The Naked Gun" - (PG13; 1 hour, 25 minutes) - The franchise returns with a riotous new chapter that blends outrageous slapstick, high-stakes action, and sly satire. Directed by Akiva Schaffer, this legacy sequel stars Liam Neeson as Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr., the bumbling yet determined son of the legendary Police Squad detective. When a powerful device known as the P.L.O.T. Device is stolen, threatening to unleash chaos across the city, Drebin Jr. is forced to step into his father’s oversized shoes to prevent the closure of Police Squad and save the day. Joined by Beth (Pamela Anderson), a crime novelist with secrets of her own, Drebin Jr. stumbles through a series of increasingly absurd encounters—from disastrous high-tech car chases to nightclub infiltrations and a deadly showdown at a New Year’s Eve MMA match.

Along the way, he faces off against billionaire villain Richard Cane (Danny Huston) and his henchmen, while navigating grief, romance, and a fatherly owl with suspiciously good timing. Packed with outrageous gags, unexpected cameos, and over-the-top set pieces, "The Naked Gun" delivers both nostalgia and fresh laughs. Balancing action and comedy, it honors Leslie Nielsen’s iconic legacy while reinventing Police Squad’s world for a new generation. Playing at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5; Saturday, Sept. 6;  Monday, Sept. 8; Tuesday, Sept. 9 and Thursday, Sept. 11; also screening at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7 and Wednesday, Sept.10, 2 p.m. (OCAP).

“In the thick of reboot culture, The Naked Gun is a prime example of filmmakers taking a nostalgic piece of cinema and making good on its legacy. It honours the humour above all, and you’d be hard-pushed to find a funnier film this year.” – Hanna Flint, Time Out

"JAWS" - (1975; PG; 2 hours, 4 minutes) - Free Family Film - Relive the suspense, the storytelling, and that unforgettable score of Steven Spielberg’s classic Jaws—the film that not only launched the summer blockbuster but also forever changed the way we see the ocean. On Sunday, Sept. 7, Harbor Theater hosts a special 50th Anniversary celebration beginning at 4 p.m. Get an insider’s look at the making of the film, featuring behind-the-scenes footage and commentary on its cultural and scientific impact. At 5:30 p.m., settle in for the big-screen showing. Police Chief Martin Brody, marine biologist Matt Hooper, and grizzled fisherman Quint face off against a relentless great white shark terrorizing the coastal town of Amity Island. With its small-town seaside setting, colorful local characters, and tension-filled atmosphere, "Jaws" feels like it could have been filmed right here in our own Midcoast harbor towns. Whether it’s your first time experiencing it or your 50th, seeing it on the big screen is unforgettable. This free event is part of Harbor Theater’s Free Family Films series and is generously sponsored by the towns of Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, and Southport. One show only: Sunday, Sept. 7, 5:30 p.m. with documentary at 4 p.m.

“A powerful, well-made thriller... Jaws is dynamite, artistically as well as commercially.” – Phil Strassberg, Arizona Republic

Harbor Theater is open daily through Wednesday, Oct. 1 with 2 p.m. matinees on Wednesday (OCAP – Open Caption Screening) and Sunday (regular screening). Shows nightly at 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for children under 18. Member prices are $8 for adults and $6 for children under 18. ADA-mandated Audio Descriptive (AD) and Closed Caption (CC) devices are available for the visually and hearing-impaired. Inquire at the concession stand.

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