20 Most Anticipated Films of 2026

Between big‑budget spectacles, animated sequels, and auteur‑driven originals, 2026 calendar promises one of the most diverse and ambitious lineups in recent memory — possibly a milestone year for cinema globally. For fans of franchises, there are long‑awaited returns; for lovers of auteur cinema and fresh storytelling, there are bold new projects.

20 Most Anticipated Films of 2026

• Masters of the Universe — Travis Knight
  A live‑action reimagining of the classic sword‑and‑sorcery franchise. Young Prince Adam transforms into He‑Man and faces Skeletor in a cosmic battle for Eternia. 

• Toy Story 5 — Andrew Stanton
  Woody, Buzz and the rest of the gang return — but now they must contend with new tech in a world that seems to favor gadgets over old‑school toys. 

• Supergirl — Craig Gillespie
  The next chapter in the re‑imagined DC Universe, following Kara Zor‑El in a dark, cosmic journey of vengeance. 

• Project Hail Mary — Phil Lord & Christopher Miller
  A sci‑fi adaptation of the bestselling novel: an astronaut wakes up alone, memory erased, tasked with saving Earth — with stakes of cosmic scale. 

• Archangel — William Eubank
  A thriller about a former Special Forces operative fighting to protect his Wyoming community — blending action and moral conflict.

• The Untitled Steven Spielberg Sci‑Fi Film — Steven Spielberg
  A new original from Spielberg (screenplay by David Koepp), promising his signature mix of wonder and emotional weight. 

• Hexed — Josie Trinidad & Jason Hand
  An original animated fantasy from Walt Disney Animation Studios — magic, mystery, and likely new visions for younger audiences. 

• Hoppers — (undisclosed director)
  A new animated adventure, offering humor and heart — part of the wave of family‑oriented fare arriving in early 2026. 

• The Bride — Maggie Gyllenhaal
  A reimagining of the Frankenstein myth through a bold, possibly socially resonant lens — expect horror with depth. 

• Send Help — Sam Raimi
  A survival thriller about two coworkers stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash — tension, drama, and Raimi’s flavor of unpredictability. 

• GOAT — Tyree Dillihay & Adam Rosette
  An animated underdog sports comedy, likely lighter and family‑friendly, offering a fun balance to darker fare.

• Wuthering Heights — Emerald Fennell
  A new take on the Brontë classic — dark romance and emotional intensity, revisited for a modern audience. 

• The Cat in the Hat — Erica Rivinoja & Alessandro Carloni
  A 3D animated musical reimagining of the beloved Dr. Seuss classic, expected to charm kids and families alike.

• Mortal Kombat II — Simon McQuoid
  The next chapter in the video‑game adaptation saga — aimed at action fans and those craving brutal fight‑choreography. 

• Scream 7 — Kevin Williamson
  The horror‑slasher saga continues, bringing back legacy characters for another round against the Ghostface legacy. 

• The Odyssey — (undisclosed director in sources)
  A high‑concept epic — a classic tale reinterpreted for modern global audiences, with expectations of grandeur and ambition.

• Moana (Live‑Action) — Thomas Kail
  A live‑action reinterpretation of the beloved animated story — combining nostalgia, music, and global appeal. 

• Spider-Man 4 — (director TBA)
  The next chapter for Spider‑Man fans — a new entry with renewed energy, carrying the superhero legacy forward. 

• The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping — Francis Lawrence
  A fresh take in the Hunger Games universe, expected to expand the mythology and thrill fans anew.

• Minions 3: Mega Minions — Pierre Coffin
  More chaos and humor from the Minions — a lighter, comedic entry likely aimed at global family audiences.