Upcoming Blockbuster Movies Releasing In 2025

2025 is slated to have several major blockbuster releases in the form of franchise sequels, reboots, and live-action adaptations. While 2024 featured considerably fewer major blockbuster releases compared to 2023’s stacked lineup, 2025 is expected to have even more highly anticipated releases. At the time of writing, the biggest blockbuster releases of 2024 have been Inside Out 2 and Deadpool & Wolverine, the only two films to eclipse more than $1 billion at the worldwide box office.

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Rounding out the top 5 box office performers of 2024 thus far are Despicable Me 4, Dune: Part Two, and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. A few more highly-anticipated releases will come out before end-of-year, the first of which is Ridley Scott’s long-awaited Gladiator sequel starring Paul Mescal and Universal’s film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked, both of which release on November 22. Finishing the year at potential top box office contenders are Moana 2 (November 27) and Mufasa: The Lion King (December 20).

Film	Release Date
In The Grey	January 17
Captain America: Brave New World	February 14
A Minecraft Movie	April 4
Thunderbolts	May 2
Mission: Impossible 8	May 23
Lilo & Stitch	May 23
Karate Kid: Legends	May 30
Ballerina	June 6
Elio	June 13
How to Train Your Dragon	June 13
28 Years Later	June 20
F1	June 27
Jurassic World Rebirth	July 2
Superman	July 11
The Fantastic Four: First Steps	July 25
Freakier Friday	August 8
Michael	October 3
Tron: Ares	October 10
Predator: Badlands	November 7
Wicked: Part Two	November 21
Zootopia 2	November 26
Avatar: Fire & Ash	December 19

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22 In the Grey

January 17

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After a traumatic event, a seasoned wilderness guide and a grieving scientist find themselves stranded in the harsh Alaskan wilderness. Together, they must navigate the treacherous landscape and overcome their personal traumas to find a way back to civilization, forging an unlikely bond in the face of overwhelming odds.

Director Guy Ritchie Release Date January 17, 2025 Writers Guy Ritchie Cast Eiza Gonzalez , Jake Gyllenhaal , Henry Cavill , Rosamund Pike , Fisher Stevens , Emmett J Scanlan , Jason Wong , Christian Ochoa Lavernia Main Genre Action

The first major blockbuster release of 2025 is Guy Ritchie’s latest film, In The Grey. Starring Henry Cavill, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Eiza González, who have all worked with Ritchie on recent features. The story revolves around two extraction specialists, played by Cavill and Gyllenhaal, who have to plan an escape route for a senior female negotiator, likely González. The film will also star Fisher Stevens (Succession), Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn), and Jason Wong (Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves).

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21 Captain America: Brave New World

February 14

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Captain America: Brave New World (formerly titled New World Order) marks Sam Wilson’s first MCU big-screen appearance as Steve Rogers’ successor after receiving the suit and shield in Phase 4’s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Anthony Mackie returns as the titular Avenger alongside Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres, Carl Lumby as Isaiah Bradley, and Tim Blake Nelson as The Incredible Hulk’s former ally Samuel Sterns. Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross.

Director Julius Onah Release Date February 14, 2025 Studio(s) Marvel Studios Distributor(s) Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Writers Dalan Musson , Malcolm Spellman Cast Harrison Ford , Liv Tyler , Giancarlo Esposito , Rosa Salazar , Takehiro Hira , Anthony Mackie , Tim Blake Nelson , Shira Haas , Carl Lumbly , Danny Ramirez , Rachael Markarian , Jacqueline Loucks , Tony Mareno , Zo’Anne Mckinstry , Phuong Kubacki , Colby Lopez , Xosha Roquemore Character(s) Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt’ Ross / Red Hulk , Betty Ross , Sidewinder , Rachel Leighton / Diamondback , Prime Minister Ozaki , Sam Wilson / Captain America , Samuel Sterns / The Leader , Ruth Bat-Seraph / Sabra , Isaiah Bradley , Joaquin Torres / Falcon , Presidential Aide , Secret Service Agent #2 , Navy Seal , White House Press Franchise(s) Captain America , Marvel Cinematic Universe prequel(s) Captain America: The Winter Soldier , Captain America: Civil War , Avengers: Infinity War Main Genre Superhero Expand

The first major Marvel release of 2025 arrives on February 14. Captain America: Brave New World will be the first MCU film to feature Anthony Mackie, who formerly played the superhero Falcon, as the new titular Avenger, replacing Chris Evans as Captain America. It also marks the introduction of Harrison Ford into the MCU as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross / Red Hulk. Other notable cast members include Liv Tyler, Giancarlo Esposito, Rosa Salazar, Takehiro Hira, and Tim Blake Nelson.

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20 A Minecraft Movie

April 4

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Based on the worldwide phenomenon Minecraft, the crafting, building, adventuring game from Mojang Studios, comes A Minecraft Movie. When a teenage girl and a ragtag group of misfits turn out to be their world’s only hope against the all-powerful Ender Dragon, they’ll band together to save all of Overworld. 

Director Jared Hess Release Date April 4, 2025 Writers Chris Bowman , Hubbel Palmer , Markus Persson , Allison Schroeder , Peter Sollett Cast Jason Momoa , Jack Black , Emma Myers , Sebastian Eugene Hansen , Danielle Brooks , Kate McKinnon , Jennifer Coolidge , Matt Berry , Jemaine Clement

The first family-friendly blockbuster of 2025 arrives in the form of A Minecraft Movie, which has the potential to be one of the highest-grossing movies of the year. Starring Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Jennifer Coolidge, Kate McKinnon, and Emma Myers of Wednesday acclaim, A Minecraft Movie takes place in a fantastical video game world much like The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The action-adventure fantasy film is sure to attract a large audience based on the popular game’s 180 million users.

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19 Thunderbolts*

May 2

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Marvel’s Thunderbolts* is a superhero movie based on the comic team of the same name. The movie acts as a part of the MCU’s fifth phase of films. The film sees the likes of Bucky Barnes, Yelena Belova, Wyatt Russell, the Red Guardian, and more as an unlikely group of heroes and villains brought together to fight for good.

Director Jake Schreier Release Date May 2, 2025 Studio(s) Marvel Studios Distributor(s) Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Writers Lee Sung-jin , Eric Pearson , Joanna Calo Cast Florence Pugh , Sebastian Stan , David Harbour , Wyatt Russell , Olga Kurylenko , Hannah John-Kamen , Julia Louis-Dreyfus , Geraldine Viswanathan , Lewis Pullman , Joshua Mikel Character(s) Yelena Belova , James Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier , Alexei Shostakov / Red Guardian , John Walker / U.S. Agent , Antonia Dreykov / Taskmaster , Ava Starr / Ghost , Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine , Mel , Bob / Robert Reynolds / The Sentry , Bob’s Dad Franchise(s) Marvel Cinematic Universe Budget $200 million Main Genre Action Expand

Marvel’s second major blockbuster release of 2025 is Thunderbolts*, which introduces a whole new cast of supervillains into the MCU. Set up to be Marvel’s response to DC’s Suicide Squad, the cast of Thunderbolts* will be led by Florence Pugh, Lewis Pullman, Rachel Weisz, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Olga Kurylenko, and David Harbour. Sebastian Stan is expected to reprise his role as Bucky Barnes / The Winter Soldier after appearing in several Captain America and Avengers films.

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18 Mission: Impossible 8

May 23

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Mission: Impossible 8 is the direct sequel to Dead Reckoning – Part One and is the eighth film in the Mission: Impossible franchise. Said to be the final film, Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, and more will reprise their roles in Ethan Hunt’s IMF team as they face off against a dangerous foe from their past.

Director Christopher McQuarrie Release Date May 23, 2025 Studio(s) Paramount Pictures , Skydance Distributor(s) Paramount Pictures Writers Christopher McQuarrie , Erik Jendresen Cast Tom Cruise , Pom Klementieff , Rebecca Ferguson , Vanessa Kirby , Hayley Atwell , Hannah Waddingham , Simon Pegg Franchise(s) Mission: Impossible prequel(s) Mission: Impossible , Mission: Impossible 2 , Mission: Impossible III , Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol , Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation , Mission: Impossible – Fallout , Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Expand

Originally titled Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two, the eighth installment of the beloved Tom Cruise action franchise will finally arrive in May 2025. The film was initially set to release in 2024 but experienced production delays as a result of the 2023 dual SAG and WGA strike. With rumors that it could become the final Mission: Impossible film with Cruise at the helm, M: I 8 should continue to one-up its predecessor with even more incredible stunt work and gripping action sequences.

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17 Lilo & Stitch

May 23

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Lilo & Stitch is a live-action remake of the 2002 animated sci-fi adventure comedy directed by Dean Fleischer Camp. Based closely on the original, this remake follows a young girl who lives with her sister and has trouble fitting in at school. Her fortunes change when she meets a mysterious alien experiment named Stitch, who she claims is her pet dog, setting the stage for an intergalactic adventure in Hawaii.

Director Dean Fleischer Camp Studio(s) Disney+ Writers Chris Kekaniokalani Bright Cast Chris Sanders , Maia Kealoha , Sydney Agudong , Zach Galifianakis , Billy Magnussen , Tia Carrere , Courtney B. Vance Franchise(s) Disney Where To Stream Disney+ Expand

The first major upcoming Disney live-action remake of 2025 will be Lilo & Stitch. While Disney hasn’t had a great deal of success with its live-action remakes as of late, some of them have gone on to gross north of $1 billion, including The Lion King and Aladdin. The live-action Lilo & Stitch will feature the original voice of the beloved furry alien creature, Chris Sanders, and will also feature Zach Galifianakis, Courtney B. Vance, Billy Magnussen, and Tia Carrere as Mrs. Kekoa, who voiced Nani in the 2002 animated film.

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16 Karate Kid: Legends

May 30

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Karate Kid: Legends (2025) is a sequel to Cobra Kai and The Karate Kid directed by Jonathan Entwistle. The film sees Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan reprising their roles, continuing the legacy of martial arts mentorship and rivalry in a new era of challenges and apprentices.

Director Jonathan Entwistle Release Date May 30, 2025 Studio(s) Columbia Pictures , Jerry Weintraub Productions , Overbrook Entertainment , Sony Pictures Entertainment Distributor(s) Sony Pictures Entertainment Writers Robert Mark Kamen , Christopher Murphey , Rob Lieber Cast Ralph Macchio , Jackie Chan , Ben Wang , Ming-Na Wen , Joshua Jackson , Sadie Stanley , Aramis Knight , Wyatt Oleff Character(s) Daniel LaRusso , Mr. Han , Li Fong Franchise(s) The Karate Kid Main Genre Drama Expand

Karate Kid: Legends will be the first Karate Kid movie since the 2010 reboot starring Jaden Smith. It features the long-awaited team-up of Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, who play two of the biggest legends of the Karate Kid universe, Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso. The film is expected to be connected to the popular Netflix series Cobra Kai, which will conclude in 2025 and also stars Macchio as Daniel.

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15 Ballerina

June 6

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Set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Chapter 4, Ballerina follows assassin-in-training Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) as she seeks vengeance for her father’s murder.

Director Len Wiseman Release Date June 6, 2025 Studio(s) Summit Entertainment , Thunder Road Films , 87Eleven Productions Distributor(s) Lionsgate Writers Shay Hatten , Derek Kolstad Cast Ana De Armas , Keanu Reeves , Catalina Sandino Moreno , Anjelica Huston , Norman Reedus , Ian McShane , Lance Reddick , Gabriel Byrne , David Castaneda , Anne Parillaud , Sharon Duncan-Brewster Character(s) Eve , John Wick Franchise(s) John Wick Sequel(s) John Wick: Chapter 4 prequel(s) John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum , John Wick: Chapter 2 , John Wick Main Genre Action YouTube Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FSwsrFpkbw Expand

The long-awaited John Wick spinoff Ballerina will finally hit theaters in June 2025. Ana de Armas will play the protagonist Eve, a young female assassin who seeks revenge against the people who killed her family. Several cast members of the John Wick universe, such as the late Lance Reddick, Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves himself, will appear in the film. Ballerina has the potential to be just as popular and successful as the four John Wick films before it.

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14 Elio

June 13

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Elio is a film directed by Adrian Molina, centered on a young boy who is mistakenly identified as Earth’s ambassador at an interplanetary organization. Unprepared for the role, Elio must navigate interactions with diverse alien species and face challenges in the quest to understand his true identity.

Director Adrian Molina Release Date June 13, 2025 Cast Yonas Kibreab , America Ferrera Main Genre Animation Expand

The latest Disney-Pixar film Elio will hit theaters in June 2025. Elio follows a young underdog with a big imagination who encounters a galactic federation of extraterrestrials and is inadvertently deemed the ambassador of Earth. Like many classic Disney-Pixar films before it, Elio should be one of the best offerings for viewers of all ages at the movies in 2025.

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13 How to Train Your Dragon

June 13

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How to Train Your Dragon is a live-action adaptation of the 2010 film of the same name. Co-director of the first film, Dead DeBlois, is returning to direct the live-action treatment, with Nico Parker starring as Astrid and Mason Thames as Hiccup.

Director Dean DeBlois Release Date June 13, 2025 Studio(s) DreamWorks Pictures Distributor(s) Universal Pictures Writers Dean DeBlois Cast Mason Thames , Nico Parker Franchise(s) How to Train Your Dragon Expand

The live-action adaptation of the popular Dreamworks classic How to Train Your Dragon hits theaters in June 2025. Gerard Butler will reprise his role in the 2010 animated film as Stoick while Hiccup will be played by newcomer Mason Thames instead of Jay Baruchel. Dean DeBlois, who wrote and directed the animated original and its two direct sequels, will return to write and direct the live-action remake.

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12 28 Years Later

June 20

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28 Years Later is the tentative title for the third film in the “28 Days Later” franchise, initially conceived by Danny Boyle and Alex Garland. Originally expected to be titled “28 Months Later,” the film still hasn’t been officially confirmed, but preliminary work on a script has reportedly been underway.

Director Danny Boyle Release Date June 20, 2025 Writers Danny Boyle , Alex Garland Cast Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Jodie Comer , Cillian Murphy , Jack O’Connell , Ralph Fiennes Character(s) Jim , Uncredited , Jimmy Ink , E. Sundqvist Franchise(s) 28 Days Later prequel(s) 28 Weeks Later , 28 Days Later Main Genre Horror Expand

The long-awaited sequel to the zombie horror classics 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later finally arrives in June 2025. Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy, who starred in the 2002 original directed by Danny Boyle, will reprise his protagonist role as Jim. Danny Boyle returns to direct a screenplay he wrote with Alex Garland (Civil War, Ex Machina). Murphy will be joined by Ralph Fiennes, Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Jack O’Connell.

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11 F1

June 27

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A retired Formula One driver, played by Brad Pitt, returns to the sport to mentor a talented rookie, portrayed by Damson Idris. As they navigate the high-stakes world of F1 racing, they face intense competition, personal challenges, and the relentless pursuit of victory, all set against the backdrop of real Grand Prix events.

Director Joseph Kosinski Release Date June 25, 2024 Studio(s) Apple Original Films Writers Ehren Kruger Cast Brad Pitt , Damson Idris , Kerry Condon , Javier Bardem , Tobias Menzies , Sarah Niles , Kim Bodnia , Samson Kayo Main Genre Drama Expand

Joseph Kosinski’s (Top Gun: Maverick) motorsport drama F1 starring Brad Pitt looks to be one of the most promising new releases of 2025. Kosinski reunites with Maverick’s screenwriter Ehren Kruger on the project, which features Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a retired F1 driver who comes out of retirement to mentor a younger driver with a lot of potential. Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, and Tobias Menzies also star.

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10 Jurassic World Rebirth

July 2

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Five years after Jurassic World Dominion, Earth’s ecology confines dinosaurs to equatorial zones. Zora Bennett, a covert ops expert, leads a team to secure genetic material from massive dinosaurs for a life-saving drug.  However, stranded on their mission, they discover a devastating secret hidden for decades.

Director Gareth Edwards Release Date July 2, 2025 Distributor(s) Universal Pictures Writers David Koepp , Michael Crichton Cast Scarlett Johansson , Mahershala Ali , Jonathan Bailey , Rupert Friend , Manuel Garcia-Rulfo , Luna Blaise , David Iacono , Audrina Miranda , Philippine Velge , Bechir Sylvain , Ed Skrein Character(s) Zora Bennett , Duncan Kincaid , Dr. Henry Loomis , Martin Krebs , Reuben Delgado Franchise(s) Jurassic Park prequel(s) Jurassic Park , The Lost World: Jurassic Park , Jurassic Park 3 , Jurassic World , Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom , Jurassic World: Dominion Main Genre Adventure Expand

Announced only a handful of months ago in August 2024, the next Jurassic World film will be released in July 2025. Returning with a completely different cast of characters, Jurassic Park Rebirth will star Mahershala Ali, Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. Gareth Edwards of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Godzilla, and The Creator acclaim will direct the blockbuster project. The franchise looks to recover after the underwhelming reception of Jurassic World Dominion starring Chris Pratt.

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9 Superman

July 11

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Written and directed by James Gunn, Superman is the first movie in Warner Bros.’ rebooted DC Universe to center around the titular comic book hero. It introduces a new version of the Man of Steel after Henry Cavill’s departure from the role, honoring the character’s roots as “the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way.”

Director James Gunn Release Date July 11, 2025 Distributor(s) Warner Bros. Pictures Writers James Gunn Cast David Corenswet , Rachel Brosnahan , María Gabriela De Faría , Edi Gathegi , Nicholas Hoult , Frank Grillo , Nathan Fillion , Milly Alcock , Sara Sampaio , Pruitt Taylor Vince , Skyler Gisondo , Anthony Carrigan , Wendell Pierce , Beck Bennett , Sean Gunn Franchise(s) DCU Expand

Arguably the most anticipated superhero release for 2025, James Gunn’s Superman introducing David Corenswet as Clark Kent will hit theaters in July 2025. As the CEO of DC Studios, Gunn will be looking to build a new era of the prolific superhero after Henry Cavill hung up the red cape following the release of Zack Snyder’s Justice League in 2021. Superman will feature an ensemble cast that includes Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Milly Alcock, Skyler Gisondo, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.

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8 The Fantastic Four: First Steps

July 25

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The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the first MCU movie to feature Marvel’s First Family in the same live-action universe as the Avengers. It introduces the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s version of Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny Storm, and precedes Phase 6’s Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars.

Director Matt Shakman Release Date July 25, 2025 Studio(s) Marvel Studios Distributor(s) Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Writers Josh Friedman , Jeff Kaplan , Ian Springer Cast Pedro Pascal , Vanessa Kirby , Ebon Moss-Bachrach , Joseph Quinn Franchise(s) Marvel Cinematic Universe Expand

In what is potentially the most anticipated Marvel release of 2025, The Fantastic Four: First Steps comes out in July 2025. First Steps is the first Fantastic Four film since 2015. Since Disney now owns Fox Studios, The Fantastic Four can officially enter the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Pedro Pascal will play Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby will play Sue Storm / Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn will play Johnny Storm / Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach will play Ben Grimm / Thing.

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7 Freakier Friday

August 8

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Freakier Friday is the sequel to the 2003 Disney comedy film that starred Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis as a mother and daughter who accidentally swapped bodies. No concrete details on the film exist other than the desire of Curtis and Lohan to return, with the script being written by Elyse Hollander.

Distributor(s) Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Writers Elyse Hollander Cast Jamie Lee Curtis , Lindsay Lohan , Chad Michael Murray , Mark Harmon , Christina Vidal , Haley Hudson , Lucille Soong , Stephen Tobolowsky Franchise(s) Freaky Friday prequel(s) Freaky Friday Main Genre Comedy Expand

A sequel to the classic 2003 comedy Freaky Friday will hit theaters in August 2025, some 22 years after the original remake’s release. Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan will both reprise their roles as mother-daughter duo Tess and Anna Coleman. The comedy sequel will also feature performances by Chad Michael Murray, Mark Harmon, Stephen Tobolowsky, and Julia Butters. It will be directed by Nisha Ganatra (Chutney Popcorn, Late Night).

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6 Michael

October 3

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The first-ever Michael Jackson biopic is sure to draw crowds when it releases in October 2025. The Sony film will star Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of the real-life Michael Jackson and son of Jermaine Jackson, in the titular role. Directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, The Equalizer, Southpaw) and based on a screenplay by John Logan (Skyfall, Gladiator, The Aviator, Michael will feature an ensemble cast of Miles Teller, Laura Harrier, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, and more.

5 Tron: Ares

October 10

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Tron: Ares is the third film in the Tron franchise created by Steven Lisberger in the early ’80s. The movie is a direct sequel to 2010’s Tron: Legacy and stars Jared Leto in the lead role of Ares. Jesse Wigutow penned the screenplay for Disney, who previously worked on the 2015 TV Movie, The Prince. 

Director Joachim Rønning Release Date December 19, 2025 Studio(s) Disney Distributor(s) Disney Writers Jesse Wigutow Cast Jared Leto Franchise(s) Tron prequel(s) TRON , TRON: Legacy Expand

The third Tron movie, Tron: Ares, will hit theaters in October 2025. Starring Jared Leto, Gillian Anderson, Evan Peters, Cameron Monaghan, Greta Lee, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Jeff Bridges as Kevin Flynn from the 1982 original, Tron: Ares could be one of the best sci-fi films of the year. The film will be directed by Joachim Rønning, who has directed several other Disney blockbusters such as Maleficinet: Mistress of Evil and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.

4 Predator: Badlands

November 7

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Predator: Badlands is a new entry in the Predator franchise, with the writer and director of Prey, Dan Trachtenberg, returning for this installment. No details on the film exist save for the fact that Badlands will be a standalone entry set during a new period.

Director Dan Trachtenberg Studio(s) 20th Century Studios Writers Dan Trachtenberg Cast Elle Fanning Franchise(s) Predator

A new Predator movie will hit theaters in November 2025, becoming the eighth installment of the franchise. While not much is known about Predator: Badlands at the time of writing, Elle Fanning of Maleficent and The Neon Demon is set to star. Dan Trachtenberg, who directed the acclaimed Predator prequel Prey in 2022, will return to direct the new Predator film, the first with “Predator” in the title since 2018’s The Predator directed by Shane Black.

3 Wicked: Part Two

November 21

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Wicked: Part Two is the sequel to the 2024 film adaptation of the popular Broadway stage musical. The film explores the origins of the Wicked Witch of the West, known as Elphaba, as the world of Oz is told from a brand new perspective.

Director Jon M. Chu Release Date November 26, 2025 Studio(s) Marc Platt Productions , Universal Pictures Distributor(s) Universal Pictures Writers Winnie Holzman , Gregory Maguire Cast Ariana Grande , Cynthia Erivo , Jonathan Bailey , Ethan Slater , Marissa Bode prequel(s) Wicked Expand

The second installment of the two-part Wicked release will arrive in November 2025, exactly a year after 2024’s Wicked: Part One. Most if not all of the Wicked cast is expected to return in the 2025 film, which includes Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Marissa Bode as Nessarose, Ethan Slater as Boq, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard of Oz, and Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond.

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