## 2025: A Year of Cinematic Wonders
2025 promises a diverse and exciting slate of films, from highly anticipated franchise installments to passion projects from acclaimed directors. The year follows a period of Hollywood slowdown caused by 2023’s strikes, but the upcoming releases suggest a return to full cinematic steam. We can expect new entries in major franchises like *Superman*, *Fantastic Four*, and *Mission: Impossible*, alongside original works from visionary filmmakers including Bong Joon-ho, Ryan Coogler, Guillermo del Toro, Paul Thomas Anderson, and Yorgos Lanthimos.
January
* January 14: Steven Soderbergh’s *Presence*, a first-person ghost story co-written with David Koepp, starring Lucy Liu, marks a return to his experimental style. (JG)
* January 17: Leigh Whannell directs *Wolf Man*, a fresh take on the classic Universal monster, focusing on body horror and a married couple’s isolated struggle. (JG)
* January 30: Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon star in *You’re Cordially Invited*, a comedy headed to Amazon Prime Video, centered on a father’s conflict with a double-booked wedding planner. (JG)
February
* February 7: Ke Huy Quan stars in the action-comedy *Love Hurts*, showcasing his martial arts skills and comedic timing. (DC)
* February 14: Anthony Mackie takes center stage as Captain America in *Captain America: Brave New World*, facing off against a formidable cast of villains including Giancarlo Esposito and Harrison Ford. (JG)
* February 14: *Paddington in Peru* continues the beloved Paddington Bear series, this time exploring his South American roots, though with a directorial and cast change. (DC)
* February 14: Scott Derrickson’s *The Gorge*, a survival action thriller for Apple TV+, stars Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy as snipers guarding a gateway to Hell. (JG)
* February 21: Osgood Perkins returns to horror with *The Monkey*, a Stephen King adaptation about twin brothers and a menacing wind-up toy. (DC)
March
* March 7: Bong Joon-ho’s *Mickey 17*, starring Robert Pattinson, promises a blend of comedy, horror, and social commentary in a sci-fi setting. (JG)
* March 14: Steven Soderbergh and David Koepp reunite for *Black Bag*, a spy thriller starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. (JG)
* March 14: *Novocaine*, an action-comedy throwback starring Jack Quaid and Amber Midthunder, follows a man who can’t feel pain on a rescue mission. (DC)
* March 21: *Snow White*, a live-action/CG hybrid film featuring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, offers a potentially fresh take on the classic fairytale. (JG)
* March 21: Barry Levinson directs *Alto Knights*, a mob drama starring Robert De Niro in dual roles, based on a script by Nicholas Pileggi. (JG)
April
* April 4: *A Minecraft Movie*, directed by Jared Hess, aims to translate the popular video game to the big screen, targeting a younger audience. (JG)
* April 18: Ryan Coogler’s *Sinners*, a vampire movie starring Michael B. Jordan, marks his return to filmmaking outside the MCU. (JG)
May
* May 2: *Thunderbolts*, a “Dark Avengers”-style film, unites a team of anti-heroes, including Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, and Florence Pugh. (JG)
* May 9: Kogonada directs an untitled film starring Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie, promising a unique cinematic journey. (DC)
* May 11: Danny Boyle returns to the zombie genre with *28 Years Later*, a sequel to his acclaimed *28 Days Later*. (JG)
* May 16: *Final Destination: Bloodlines* continues the horror franchise, raising both excitement and apprehension. (JG)
* May 23: *Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning*, possibly Tom Cruise’s last installment in the franchise, promises a globe-trotting adventure. (DC)
* May 30: Mike Flanagan adapts another Stephen King work in *The Life of Chuck*, a sci-fi drama starring Tom Hiddleston. (JG)
* May 30: *Karate Kid: Legends* combines elements from previous films, featuring Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio. (JG)
June
* June 6: *From the World of John Wick: Ballerina*, directed by Len Wiseman, follows Ana de Armas’ assassin character. (JG)
* June 13: Dean DeBlois directs a live-action remake of *How to Train Your Dragon*. (DC)
* June 27: Joseph Kosinski directs a Formula 1 racing film starring Brad Pitt, promising a visually stunning experience. (DC)
* June 27: *M3GAN 2* promises to delve deeper into the titular killer doll’s motivations and lethality. (DC)
July
* July 2: *Jurassic World Rebirth*, directed by Gareth Edwards, aims to revitalize the dinosaur franchise, featuring a star-studded cast. (DC)
* July 4: Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s new musical film, featuring Kendrick Lamar as a producer, tackles a complex historical and social theme. (DC)
* July 11: James Gunn’s *Superman*, starring David Corenswet, marks the beginning of the new DC Universe. (JG)
* July 25: *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*, the MCU’s take on the iconic superhero family, features Pedro Pascal as Mr. Fantastic. (JG)
August
* August 1: Akiva Schaffer directs a reboot of *The Naked Gun*, starring Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin. (DC)
* August 8: Paul Thomas Anderson’s new film, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and a star-studded cast, promises a crime thriller. (DC)
* August 15: Bob Odenkirk returns to the action genre in an untitled project. (DC)
September
* September 26: *Saw XI* continues the long-running horror franchise, promising gruesome set pieces. (JG)
* September 26: Maggie Gyllenhaal directs *The Bride!*, a modern reimagining of *Bride of Frankenstein*. (JG)
October
* October 10: *Tron: Ares*, a legacy sequel starring Jared Leto, and featuring Jeff Bridges’ return, ventures into the world of Tron. (DC)
* October 17: *The Black Phone 2* sees the return of Scott Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill, and Ethan Hawke. (DC)
* October 25: *Mortal Kombat 2* continues the fighting franchise with Lewis Tan’s Cole Young finally entering the tournament. (JG)
November
* November 7: Yorgos Lanthimos directs *Bugonia*, a sci-fi comedy starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. (DC)
* November 7: Dan Trachtenberg directs *Predator: Badlands*, a futuristic installment in the Predator franchise starring Elle Fanning. (JG)
* November 7: Edgar Wright directs a remake of *The Running Man*, starring Glen Powell and Katy M. O’Brian. (JG)
* November 21: *Wicked: Part Two* (retitled *For Good*), continues the story of Elphaba and Glinda, featuring new songs by Stephen Schwartz. (DC)
* November 26: *Zootopia 2* brings back Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, with Ke Huy Quan joining the voice cast. (JG)
December
* December 19: James Cameron’s *Avatar 3* promises fire-based special effects. (DC)
* December 25: Josh Safdie directs *Marty Supreme*, a sports drama starring Timothée Chalamet. (DC)
TBA
* *Death of a Unicorn*, a darkly comedic film starring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega. (JG)
* *Warfare*, a war drama based on the experiences of a Navy SEAL, directed by Ray Mendoza. (DC)
* *Wake Up Dead Man*, a new Benoit Blanc mystery directed by Rian Johnson, featuring a large ensemble cast. (DC)
* *Deliver Me from Nowhere*, a Bruce Springsteen biopic starring Jeremy Allen White. (JG)
* *The Smashing Machine*, a biopic about mixed martial artist Mark Kerr starring Dwayne Johnson, directed by Benny Safdie. (JG)
* Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s *Frankenstein*, starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi. (DC)
This list represents a selection of the most anticipated films slated for 2025. Release dates are subject to change.