Movie Guide: What's playing in Aiken for the weekend of Jan. 6

Jan. 6—"M3GAN" NEW

A robotics engineer at a toy company builds a life-like doll that begins to take on a life of its own. With Allison Williams, Violet McGraw and Amie Donald. Written by Akela Cooper and James Wan. Directed by Gerald Johnstone. (1:42) PG-13

"Whitney Houston: I Wann Dance with Somebody"

A joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, one of the greatest female R&B pop vocalists of all time, tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom. With Naomi Ackie, Stanley Tucci and Ashton Sanders. Written by Anthony McCarten. Directed by Kasi Lemmons. (2:26) PG-13

"Puss in Boots: The Last Wish"

Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: he has burned through eight of his nine lives. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives. With Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek and Harvey Guillen. Written by Tommy Swerdlow, Tom Wheeler and Paul Fisher. Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado. (1:40) PG

"Avatar: The Way of Water"

Jake Sully lives with his newfound family formed on the extrasolar moon Pandora. Once a familiar threat returns to finish what was previously started, Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na'vi race to protect their home. With Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana and Sigourney Weaver. Written by James Cameron, Rick Jaff and Amanda Silver. Directed by James Cameron. (3:12) PG-13

"Violent Night"

When a group of mercenaries attack the estate of a wealthy family, Santa Claus must step in to save the day (and Christmas). With David Harbour, John Leguizamo and Alex Hassell. Written by Pat Casey and Josh Miller. Directed by Tommy Wirkola. (1:52) R