Cinemax HD (Pacific) TV Guide & Schedule

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12:42 AM

Halloween H20: 20 Years Later

Two decades after surviving a massacre on October 31, 1978, former babysitter Laurie Strode finds herself hunted by persistent knife-wielder Michael Myers. Laurie now lives in Northern California under an assumed name, where she works as the headmistress of a private school. But it's not far enough to escape Myers, who soon discovers her whereabouts. As Halloween descends upon Laurie's peaceful co

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2:09 AM

Halloween: Resurrection

He's back for more... When a group of teens wins a contest to spend a night in Michael Myers' childhood home to be broadcast live on the Internet, they believe they are in for a little fun and some free publicity. But things go frightfully wrong and the game turns into a struggle to make it out of the house alive.

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3:39 AM

Trap

A man and his teenage daughter realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event while watching a concert.

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5:25 AM

Shazam!

We all have a superhero inside of us -- it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In 14-year-old Billy Batson's case, all he needs to do is shout out one word to transform into the adult superhero Shazam. Still a kid at heart, Shazam revels in the new version of himself by doing what any other teen would do -- have fun while testing out his newfound powers. But he'll need to master them quickl

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7:37 AM

Shazam! Fury of the Gods

Bestowed with the powers of the gods, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with their adult superhero alter egos. When a vengeful trio of ancient gods arrives on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Shazam and his allies get thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of the world.

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9:48 AM

Black Adam

In ancient Kahndaq, Teth Adam was bestowed the almighty powers of the gods. After using these powers for vengeance, he was imprisoned, becoming Black Adam. Nearly 5,000 years have passed, and Black Adam has gone from man to myth to legend. Now free, his unique form of justice, born out of rage, is challenged by modern-day heroes who form the Justice Society: Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Atom Smasher and Cyc

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11:53 AM

Colette

After moving to Paris, author Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette agrees to ghostwrite a semi-autobiographical novel for her husband. Its success soon inspires her to fight for creative ownership and overcome the societal constraints of the early 20th century.

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1:47 PM

The Dilemma

Longtime friends Ronny (Vince Vaughn) and Nick (Kevin James) are partners in an auto-design firm. They are hard at work on a presentation for a dream project that would really launch their company. Then Ronny spots Nick's wife out with another man, and in the process of investigating the possible affair, he learns that Nick has a few secrets of his own. As the presentation nears, Ronny agonizes ov

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3:39 PM

Contagion

When Beth Emhoff returns to Minnesota from a Hong Kong business trip, she attributes the malaise she feels to jet lag. However, two days later, Beth is dead, and doctors tell her shocked husband that they have no idea what killed her. Soon, many others start to exhibit the same symptoms, and a global pandemic explodes. Doctors try to contain the lethal microbe, but society begins to collapse as a

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5:26 PM

Ocean's Eight

Debbie Ocean assembles an all-female team of thieves and specialists for a heist during the Met Gala, aiming for the $150 million worth of diamonds around the neck of world-famous actress Daphne Kluger.

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7:17 PM

Mickey 17

A disposable employee is sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration dies, a new body is regenerated with most of his memories intact.

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9:34 PM

The Switch

Neurotic Wally Mars has one bright spot in his life: his friendship with Kassie. When Kassie announces her intention to become pregnant using a sperm donor, Wally thinks he will be the lucky guy, but Kassie has someone else in mind. While drunk at Kassie's insemination party, Wally substitutes his sperm for the donor's, then passes out, remembering nothing. Seven years later, Wally meets Kassie's

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11:16 PM

Crazy, Stupid, Love.

Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily (Julianne Moore). Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), a self-styled

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1:15 AM

Tyler Perry's Madea's Witness Protection

For years, mild-mannered Wall Street banker George Needleman (Eugene Levy) has meandered through life oblivious to his family's dysfunction and his company's malfeasance, but he's forced to wake up when he learns that he's been framed in a mob-backed Ponzi scheme. Placed under federal protection, George and his family are shipped down South to Madea's (Tyler Perry) house, where the no-nonsense mat

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3:10 AM

Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!

Animated elephant Horton finds a speck of dust floating in the Jungle of Nool. Upon investigation of the speck, Horton discovers the tiny city of Whoville and its residents, the Whos, which he can hear but cannot see. Horton forms a friendship with the mayor of Whoville, Ned McDodd, and promises to transport Whoville to safety. However, Horton encounters opposition from his jungle neighbors, who d

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4:37 AM

Isle of Dogs

When, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump called Trash Island, 12-year-old Atari sets off alone in a miniature Junior-Turbo Prop and flies across the river in search of his bodyguard-dog, Spots. There, with the assistance of a pack of newly-found mongrel friends, he begins an epic journey that will decide the fate and future of the entire Pre

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6:19 AM

Masterminds

An armored-car driver (Zach Galifianakis) helps a flirty co-worker (Kristen Wiig) and her friends pull off a heist, then finds himself holding the bag after they double-cross him.

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7:55 AM

Space Jam

Swackhammer (Danny DeVito), an evil alien theme park owner, needs a new attraction at Moron Mountain. When his gang, the Nerdlucks, heads to Earth to kidnap Bugs Bunny (Billy West) and the Looney Tunes, Bugs challenges them to a basketball game to determine their fate. The aliens agree, but they steal the powers of NBA basketball players, including Larry Bird (Larry Bird) and Charles Barkley (Char

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9:23 AM

Teen Titans GO! See Space Jam

The Teen Titans gang crosses paths with the Nerdlucks from Space Jam.

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10:47 AM

Space Jam: A New Legacy

Superstar LeBron James and his young son, Dom, get trapped in digital space by a rogue AI. To get home safely, LeBron teams up with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and the rest of the Looney Tunes gang for a high-stakes basketball game against the AI's digitized champions of the court -- a powered-up roster called the Goon Squad.

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12:43 PM

A Thousand Words

Jack McCall (Eddie Murphy) is a selfish literary agent whose fast-talking ways allow him to close any deal. His next target is New Age guru Dr. Sinja (Cliff Curtis), but the savvy doctor sees right through Jack. A magical tree appears in Jack's yard, and, according to Dr. Sinja, the tree and Jack are connected; every time Jack says a word, a leaf falls from the tree. When the last leaf drops, Jack

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2:16 PM

The Man Who Invented Christmas

In 1843 London, author Charles Dickens finds himself in financial trouble after writing three unsuccessful novels in a row. Desperate for a hit, Dickens relies on real-life inspiration and his vivid imagination to bring Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and other classic characters to life in "A Christmas Carol," forever changing the holiday season into the celebration known today.

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4:01 PM

Prancer: A Christmas Tale

Ten-year-old Gloria and her recently widowed grandfather Bud befriend a mysterious reindeer when the family gathers for Christmas. Bud comes to believe that Prancer may actually be magical, but Gloria fears his theory will send him straight to a retirement home. They try to keep the secret while figuring out why the reindeer has appeared, and longstanding rifts within the family are healed along t

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5:47 PM

Brian Banks

The inspirational true story of Brian Banks, an all-American high school football star who finds his life upended when he's wrongly convicted of a crime he didn't commit. Despite the lack of evidence, Banks gets railroaded through a broken justice system and sentenced to a decade of prison and probation. Years later, with the support of Justin Brooks and the California Innocence Project, Banks fig

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7:27 PM

Hidden Figures

Three brilliant African American women at NASA, Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson, serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history, the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation's confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world.

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9:34 PM

Inconceivable

Angela develops a friendship with a mysterious woman named Katie and offers her a job as a live-in nanny. The natural bond soon turns into a dangerous obsession as Katie becomes overly attached to the family's young daughter. Enduring lies and manipulations, Angela and her husband realize that sweet Katie is actually trying to destroy their family from within.

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11:21 PM

Robin Hood

After the death of Richard the Lion-Hearted, a skilled archer named Robin Longstride travels to Nottingham, where villagers suffer under a despotic sheriff and crippling taxation. He meets and falls in love with a spirited widow, Marion, although she is skeptical of his motives. Hoping to win her heart and save the village, Robin gathers a band of warriors to fight corruption in Nottingham, little

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Cinemax HD (Pacific) is a high-definition premium television feed tailored specifically for viewers in the Pacific Time Zone. Serving as an essential companion for home entertainment, this guide offers an organized view of feature films, original series, and special broadcasts programmed for West Coast schedules. Viewers utilizing this TV guide resource can easily navigate broadcast times, plan evening viewing, and explore upcoming movie line-ups adjusted for regional time offsets.

About Cinemax HD (Pacific)

Cinemax HD (Pacific) delivers full 1080i high-definition programming with rich digital surround sound, mirroring the primary Cinemax schedule delayed by three hours to align with West Coast primetime. As part of the premium network suite owned by Home Box Office, Inc. (a subsidiary of Warner Bros. Discovery), Cinemax focuses heavily on mainstream blockbusters, action features, comedies, thrillers, and exclusive drama series.

Because the Pacific feed is synchronized for viewers in states such as California, Oregon, Washington, and surrounding regions, broadcast schedules are structured to hit local primetime slots accurately without requiring manual time conversion from Eastern or Central air times.

Navigating the Cinemax HD (Pacific) TV Guide

Using a structured tv guide helps viewers plan their daily entertainment efficiently. The schedule for Cinemax HD (Pacific) is categorized to help users track linear broadcasts across several dimensions:

  • Today's Schedule: Displays consecutive program blocks running from early morning through late-night time slots.
  • Upcoming Line-ups: Provides multi-day schedules to track upcoming film network premieres and thematic movie marathons.
  • Program Metadata: Features details such as exact air times, MPAA ratings, runtimes, and episode titles for serialized series.

Because premium movie channels adjust their rotation daily, reviewing the complete schedule ensures you do not miss scheduled broadcasts or network television premieres.

tv guide listings for tonight on Cinemax HD (Pacific)

For prime-time planning, checking the tv guide listings for tonight allows viewers to see exactly what movies or series episodes are scheduled between 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM PT. The Pacific feed ensures that evening flagship movies air at optimal local hours for West Coast audiences.

When reviewing tonight's TV listings, look for key broadcast information including:

  1. Feature Films: Mainstream Hollywood titles scheduled for the 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM PT marquee slot.
  2. Original Series: Drama and action series episodes scheduled during late-night blocks.
  3. Encore Presentations: Repeated broadcasts of popular titles scheduled later in the evening or early morning.

Programming Categories & Content Focus

Cinemax HD (Pacific) organizes its programming grid across distinct cinematic genres and content blocks designed for adult and movie-loving audiences:

Category Content Type Typical Broadcast Window
Action & Thrillers High-octane feature films, suspense movies, and crime dramas. Evenings & Weekend Afternoons
Blockbuster Movies Major theatrical releases, comedies, and sci-fi hits. Prime Time (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM PT)
Cinemax Original Series Action-heavy scripted series and serial dramas. Late Evening & Weekend Blocks
Late-Night Cinema Cult classics, indie thrillers, and genre films. Overnight (12:00 AM – 4:00 AM PT)

How to Use the Schedule Effectively

To maximize your viewing experience on Cinemax HD (Pacific), follow these practical steps when accessing TV listings:

  1. Verify Your Time Zone: Confirm you are checking the Pacific feed listings rather than the Eastern feed to ensure accurate broadcast start times.
  2. Review Ratings & Guidelines: Check the content advisory ratings (e.g., TV-MA, R) associated with each film or episode listing.
  3. Set Recording Devices: If using a provider DVR, cross-reference the exact start and end times listed in the guide to prevent cutting off movie endings.
  4. Check On-Demand Options: Many linear entries on Cinemax HD (Pacific) are also available via provider video-on-demand (VOD) or associated streaming companion apps.

Regional & Time-Zone Information

Television schedules can vary depending on your signal provider, location, and transmission service. Cinemax operates two main regional feeds in the United States: Eastern and Pacific.

The Pacific Feed is delayed by exactly three hours relative to the Eastern feed. For instance, a movie scheduled for an 8:00 PM Eastern broadcast will air at 8:00 PM Pacific on this dedicated feed. If you reside in the Mountain Time Zone, your satellite or cable provider may deliver the Pacific feed, placing primetime broadcasts at 9:00 PM MT. Always confirm with your local provider settings to determine which linear feed is assigned to your channel lineup.

Understanding Evergreen vs. Time-Sensitive Schedule Information

While channel identity, broad genre categories, and time zone offsets remain consistent over time (evergreen details), individual broadcast schedules, exact movie start times, and film titles change daily (time-sensitive data).

Programming schedules are subject to adjustments by the network. For exact, real-time broadcast schedules for today or tonight, consult the interactive channel grid provided by your cable, satellite, or digital TV operator.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cinemax HD (Pacific)?

Cinemax HD (Pacific) is the high-definition, Pacific Time Zone feed of the Cinemax premium television network, offering movies and original series scheduled specifically for West Coast viewing hours.

What is on Cinemax HD (Pacific) tonight?

Tonight's lineup typically features theatrical movies, action films, and drama series adjusted for Pacific primetime. Please review the updated schedule grid above for specific movie titles and exact start times.

How does the Pacific feed differ from the Eastern feed?

The Pacific feed runs three hours behind the Eastern feed, allowing viewers in the Pacific and Mountain time zones to watch prime-time movies at 8:00 PM local time rather than earlier in the afternoon.

Where can I find current Cinemax HD (Pacific) listings?

You can find daily listings through this online guide, your cable or satellite provider's electronic program guide (EPG), or official network schedule portals.

Why do broadcast times sometimes vary?

Exact airtimes can fluctuate slightly based on movie runtimes, unedited film formats, live event updates, or regional distribution differences across different TV providers.