Regal Entertainment Group Celebrates National Popcorn Day

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Regal Entertainment Group Celebrates National Popcorn Day

$1 off Large Popcorn for Regal Facebook Fans

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Regal Entertainment Group (NYS: RGC) , a leading motion picture exhibitor owning and operating the largest theatre circuit in the United States, will celebrate National Popcorn Day with a special offer on Saturday, January 19. On this day, fans of Regal's Facebook page will receive a coupon for $1 off a Large Popcorn valid at all Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres.


"Now you have another fantastic reason to go to the movies this weekend to enjoy a great film while munching on popcorn at the movies," stated Russ Nunley, VP of Marketing and Communications at Regal Entertainment Group. "The aroma of fresh-popped corn in the lobby is a long-standing American tradition."

"When you think about popcorn, everyone has great memories of mom or dad buying them popcorn at the concession stand. Or your favorite memory may be sharing popcorn on a date at the movies," stated Rob Del Moro, Chief Purchasing Officer at Regal Entertainment Group. "Regal is obviously a leader in popcorn sales. The fact that many Americans call their favorite flavor of popcorn 'movie-style' is a tremendous compliment."

The Popcorn Board lists these facts about the beloved snack:

  • Popcorn needs 13% to 14% moisture per kernel in order to pop.

  • Popcorn is a whole grain and a member of the grass family.

  • Leading popcorn-growing states include: Indiana, Nebraska, Ohio, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky and Missouri.

In celebration of National Popcorn Day on Saturday, January 19, receive a $1 off coupon for Large Popcorn when you 'Like' Regal at: www.facebook.com/RegalEntertainmentGroup

About Regal Entertainment Group:
Regal Entertainment Group (NYS: RGC) operates the largest and most geographically diverse theatre circuit in the United States, consisting of 6,880 screens in 540 locations in 38 states and the District of Columbia as of December 27, 2012. The Company operates theatres in 43 of the top 50 U.S. designated market areas. We believe that the size, reach and quality of the Company's theatre circuit not only provide its patrons with a convenient and enjoyable movie-going experience, but is also an exceptional platform to realize economies of scale in theatre operations. Additional information is available on the Company's Web site at www.REGmovies.com.

Tweet Suggestion: See what's popping @RegalMovies for #NationalPopcornDay on Saturday. $1 off coupon at regmovi.es/WhVEQY

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Media Contact
Russ Nunley
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Regal Entertainment Group
russ.nunley@REGmovies.com
865-925-9539

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