With the year being nearly half over, the long wait for the release of a spectacular lineup of movies is gradually drawing to an end. Now that one of this year’s most anticipated movies, ‘Lilo and Stitch,’ has already been released, driving Disney fans into a frenzy, here is a list of 10 exciting movies you can start making plans to watch as soon as they hit theaters.
- How to Train Your Dragon
With the recent flurry of Disney live-action movies that have been made, it’s Universal Pictures’ time to shine with the revival of one of everyone’s favorite childhood animations. With the director of the original film taking on the role, fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the film’s authenticity and quality. Set to release on June 13, 2025, the movie stars Mason Thames as Hiccup and follows his role as a Viking-in-the-making who takes on the challenge of helping dragons and Vikings coexist.
- Ballerina
If you’ve been wondering why social media posts about ballet pointe shoes turning up all over New York City, here—it’s a sign that the release date for Ballerina is almost here. Releasing on June 6, 2025, in theaters, the John Wick spin-off movie starring Ana de Armas fits in between Chapter 3 and Chapter 4. A neo-noir ballerina-assassin action thriller, this loaded film follows a revenge arc with a John Wick cameo as well as some familiar characters—a perfect choice for John Wick fans who are still waiting for the return of a new film.
- Jurassic World Rebirth
With Bridgerton and Wicked lingering in the air, and Wicked: For Good set to be released a few months after this Jurassic masterpiece, Jonathan Bailey fans will be flooding the theaters this year. Rebirth, which opens in theaters on July 2, 2025, takes place three years after the events of Dominion, depicting the re-declination of dinosaurs. The movie stars Scarlett Johansson as a clandestine operative, and Jonathan Bailey plays a paleontologist.
- Superman
Stepping in after Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel, David Corenswet is anticipated to take the character—who is arguably one of the best superheroes in the DC universe—to new heights. One of the most awaited upcoming superhero movies of the year, the film debuts as the first to kick off the new DCU timeline: Gods and Monsters. The film is to be released on July 11, 2025.
- The Conjuring: Last Rites
Horror fans, admit it—the wait for this movie has been never-ending. Starring the iconic Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, the paranormal film showing in theaters from September 5, 2025, marks what we know to be the end of the spectacular franchise. Taking on the case of a lifetime, the cast also includes Mia Tomlinson, The Nun star Taissa Farmiga, and Bohemian Rhapsody actor Ben Hardy.
- Frankenstein
Adapted from Mary Shelley’s iconic classic sci-fi novel, this film follows the world-renowned story of Victor Frankenstein bringing back the dead through his creation of a horrifying creature. Portrayed through the unique gothic storytelling techniques of Guillermo del Toro, the film stars Oscar Isaac as Frankenstein and Euphoria ‘s Jacob Elordi as his monster. The movie will be released in theaters in November 2025.
- Avatar: Fire and Ash
To be released on December 19, 2025, James Cameron’s iconic epic fantasy makes its third return to the theaters, this time with a focus on volcano-dwelling ash people. With the return of Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña, Avatar fans will no doubt be lining up at the theaters to enjoy the third movie of this box-office record-breaking franchise.
- Wicked for Good
Wicked, a sensational adaptation of the iconic musical, has captured the attention of moviegoers worldwide. Starring the wickedly talented (pun intended) Cynthia Erivo and the fabulous Ariana Grande, the movie is set to bring back Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, and Keala Settle to present a continuation of the first movie musical. Bringing more iconic songs and scenes, this movie will hit theaters on November 21, 2025.
- Fantastic Four: First Steps
Bringing back one of Marvel’s oldest teams, the movie is yet another step towards a new era for the Marvel universe, following some emotional rollercoaster movies like Endgame and Spider-Man: No Way Home that left audiences sobbing. Starring Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Vanessa Kirby, and Pedro Pascal, everyone knows that theaters are definitely going to be packed. Featuring a plant-eating god, Galactus, played by Ralph Ineson, the movie is to hit theatres on July 25, 2025.
- TRON: Ares
The long wait for a new Tron movie is finally over. With Jeff Bridges returning to play his iconic role, the movie will feature the introduction of artificial intelligence into the real world. A sequel to the 2010 Tron: Legacy, this movie will also star the phenomenal Jared Leto as Ares. Coming out on October 10, 2025, the new Tron sequel will undoubtedly attract countless fans who have been long awaiting this announcement.
