The most anticipated movie release dates of 2026 and beyond span every major studio, franchise, and genre, from Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday on Friday, December 18, 2026, to Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey on Friday, July 17, 2026.
This calendar covers confirmed theatrical release dates, global premiere schedules, streaming windows, and franchise timelines across 2026, 2027, and beyond.
All dates listed below are based on official studio announcements as of February 2026. Release dates are subject to change.
Upcoming Movie Release Dates: 2026 Full Calendar by Month
The 2026 theatrical calendar is one of the most stacked in years. <br>Studios including Marvel Studios, Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar, Lionsgate, Universal Pictures, and Warner Bros. have confirmed major wide releases across all 12 months. Below is the confirmed release schedule, organized chronologically.
January and February 2026 Movie Release Dates
January 2026 opened with several streaming-first titles, while February delivered the first major theatrical blockbuster of the year.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| People We Meet on Vacation | Friday, January 2, 2026 | Netflix | Streaming |
| Wuthering Heights | Friday, February 13, 2026 | Focus Features | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Scream 7 | Friday, February 27, 2026 | Paramount Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
Wuthering Heights is directed by Emerald Fennell and stars Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff. Charli XCX composed an original 12-song soundtrack for the film. It is an adaptation of Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel.
March 2026 Movie Release Dates
March brings the year’s first major sci-fi event film alongside two high-profile studio releases.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Hail Mary | Friday, March 20, 2026 | Amazon MGM Studios | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
| Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man | March 2026 (Limited/Streaming) | Netflix | Limited Theatrical + Streaming |
Project Hail Mary is directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and stars Ryan Gosling as Ryland Grace, a science teacher who wakes alone in space and must save Earth from an extinction-level event. It is an adaptation of Andy Weir’s 2021 novel. The film releases in both standard formats and IMAX.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle (Part 1) returns to US and Canadian theaters on Thursday, March 6, 2026, and UK cinemas on Saturday, March 7, 2026. This re-release adds ScreenX (270-degree panoramic format) screenings. The film originally premiered in Japan on July 18, 2025, and became the highest-grossing anime film of all time globally, earning US$778.9 million worldwide as of February 20, 2026.
April 2026 Movie Release Dates
April features two major animated blockbusters expected to generate significant box office returns.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Super Mario Galaxy Movie | Friday, April 3, 2026 | Universal Pictures / Illumination / Nintendo | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Pixar’s Hoppers | Friday, April 10, 2026 | Walt Disney Pictures / Pixar | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Michael | April 2026 | Lionsgate | Theatrical (Wide) |
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie continues the animated franchise that launched with The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023), which earned US$1.36 billion worldwide, making it the highest-grossing video game film adaptation of all time at the time of its release.
May 2026 Movie Release Dates
May delivers the return of two beloved franchises: Star Wars and a fashion classic.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Devil Wears Prada 2 | Friday, May 1, 2026 | 20th Century Studios | Theatrical (Wide) |
| The Mandalorian & Grogu | Friday, May 22, 2026 | Walt Disney Pictures / Lucasfilm | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
| Mortal Kombat II | Friday, May 29, 2026 | Warner Bros. | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
The Mandalorian & Grogu marks the first theatrical Mandalorian feature film, transitioning the Emmy Award-winning Disney+ television series to the big screen. It is directed within the Star Wars franchise, which has earned over US$10.3 billion in cumulative worldwide box office across the theatrical saga films.
June 2026 Movie Release Dates
June is defined by two major animated franchise entries from Pixar and DC Studios.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toy Story 5 | Friday, June 19, 2026 | Walt Disney Pictures / Pixar | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow | Friday, June 26, 2026 | DC Studios / Warner Bros. | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
Toy Story 5 follows the Toy Story 4 (2019) entry, which earned US$1.07 billion worldwide. The film introduces a tablet character voiced by Greta Lee and features Conan O’Brien as a potty training toy called Smarty Pants. Woody and Buzz Lightyear return.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, following her appearance in the James Gunn-directed Superman (2025). Jason Momoa plays Lobo. The film is part of DC Studios’ new DC Universe continuity.
July 2026 Movie Release Dates
July 2026 is the biggest single month on the calendar, featuring three major studio tentpoles.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minions & Monsters | Friday, July 10, 2026 | Universal Pictures / Illumination | Theatrical (Wide) |
| The Odyssey | Friday, July 17, 2026 | Universal Pictures | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
| Moana (Live-Action) | Friday, July 17, 2026 | Walt Disney Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Spider-Man: Brand New Day | Friday, July 31, 2026 | Columbia Pictures / Marvel Studios | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
The Odyssey is directed by Christopher Nolan and features one of the largest ensemble casts in recent years. Matt Damon plays Odysseus. Tom Holland plays Telemachus, Odysseus’ son. Anne Hathaway plays Penelope. Additional cast includes Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Mia Goth, Jon Bernthal, and Robert Pattinson. The film is released in IMAX globally.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings). Tom Holland reprises Peter Parker. Jon Bernthal returns as The Punisher. Mark Ruffalo returns as Hulk. Michael Mando returns as Scorpion. Sadie Sink joins the cast in an undisclosed role. The film is a co-production between Marvel Studios and Columbia Pictures, and is confirmed as a direct continuation of Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021).
Minions & Monsters was originally scheduled for 2027, but was moved to July 10, 2026. Steve Carell and Pierre Coffin reprise their roles as Gru and the Minions.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day releases on Friday, July 31, 2026 in theaters worldwide, including IMAX. It is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker.
August 2026 Movie Release Dates
August provides major IP entries from Paramount and Universal.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 | August 2026 | Paramount Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Paw Patrol 3 | Friday, August 14, 2026 | Paramount Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
| The Dog Stars | August 2026 | Apple Original Films | Theatrical (Limited) |
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 follows the original Mutant Mayhem (2023), which earned US$180.7 million worldwide and holds a 96% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Paw Patrol 3 stars McKenna Grace (reprising as Skye), Jennifer Hudson, and Fortune Feimster.
September and October 2026 Movie Release Dates
September and October mark the beginning of the awards season corridor and Halloween franchise period.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayface | Friday, September 11, 2026 | DC Studios / Warner Bros. | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Resident Evil (New Entry) | September 2026 | Sony Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Practical Magic 2 | September 2026 | Warner Bros. | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Verity | October 2026 | Warner Bros. | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Street Fighter | October 2026 | Sony Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
Clayface is directed by James Watkins and stars Tom Rhys Harries as the DC villain. The character previously appeared in animated form in the Harley Quinn series and the Creature Commandos animated series on Max.
November 2026 Movie Release Dates
November delivers the fifth Hunger Games film, the most anticipated franchise entry of the fall season.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping | Friday, November 20, 2026 | Lionsgate | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
| The Chronicles of Narnia | November 2026 | Netflix | Theatrical (Limited) + Streaming |
| Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat | November 2026 | Warner Bros. Animation | Theatrical (Wide) |
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is directed by Francis Lawrence, who directed Catching Fire (2013), Mockingjay Part 1 (2014), and Mockingjay Part 2 (2015). The film is set 24 years before the original Hunger Games, covering the 50th Hunger Games (the Second Quarter Quell). Joseph Zada plays young Haymitch Abernathy. Ralph Fiennes plays President Snow. Elle Fanning plays Effie Trinket. Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson reprise their roles as Katniss and Peeta in framing sequences. Bill Hader provides the voice of The Cat in the Hat in the animated Dr. Seuss adaptation.
Featured Snippet Answer: The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping releases on Friday, November 20, 2026 in theaters, including IMAX. It is the fifth film in the Hunger Games franchise and is directed by Francis Lawrence.
December 2026 Movie Release Dates
December 2026 closes the year with the two most anticipated films: the year’s biggest Marvel event and Denis Villeneuve’s conclusion to the Dune trilogy.
| Movie Title | Release Date | Studio | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumanji 3 | Friday, December 11, 2026 | Sony Pictures | Theatrical (Wide) |
| Avengers: Doomsday | Friday, December 18, 2026 | Marvel Studios / Walt Disney Pictures | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
| Dune: Messiah (Dune: Part Three) | Thursday, December 25, 2026 | Legendary Entertainment / Warner Bros. | Theatrical (Wide + IMAX) |
Avengers: Doomsday is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo (the directors of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame). Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU as Doctor Doom. Confirmed cast includes Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Anthony Mackie (Captain America), Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards), Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm), Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm), Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Thing), Florence Pugh (Yelena Belova), Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), and many more. The film was originally titled Avengers: The Kang Dynasty before a direction change in 2024.
Dune: Messiah is the third and final film in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune trilogy. It adapts Frank Herbert’s 1969 novel Dune Messiah, set 12 years after the events of Dune: Part Two (2024). Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Florence Pugh are expected to reprise their roles.
Jumanji 3 continues the rebooted franchise with Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan returning. Jake Kasdan returns as director. Kevin Hart stated in 2023 that this entry is planned as the final film in the rebooted franchise.
Marvel Movie Release Dates 2026 and 2027
Marvel Studios has two confirmed theatrical releases in 2026 and one in 2027, as part of the MCU’s Phase 6. The studio has deliberately reduced its annual output to 2–3 films per year, returning to the release cadence of the MCU’s Phase 1–3 era.
MCU Phase 6 Release Schedule
| Film Title | Release Date | Director | MCU Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spider-Man: Brand New Day | Friday, July 31, 2026 | Destin Daniel Cretton | Phase 6 |
| Avengers: Doomsday | Friday, December 18, 2026 | Anthony Russo, Joe Russo | Phase 6 |
| Avengers: Secret Wars | Thursday, December 17, 2027 | Anthony Russo, Joe Russo | Phase 6 |
Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled for Thursday, December 17, 2027, exactly one year after Avengers: Doomsday. Filming is scheduled to begin in mid-2026 at Pinewood Studios in England. Doctor Doom (Robert Downey Jr.) is confirmed as the central villain across both Avengers films. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has confirmed that Avengers: Secret Wars will serve as a creative and narrative reset for the MCU.
MCU Disney+ Releases in 2026
Beyond theatrical films, Marvel Studios is releasing three Disney+ series in 2026:
| Series Title | Release Date | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Wonder Man | Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | Disney+ |
| Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 | March 2026 | Disney+ |
| X-Men ’97 Season 2 | Mid-2026 | Disney+ |
| VisionQuest | Fall 2026 (TBC) | Disney+ |
Anime Movie Release Dates 2026 and 2027
The most-searched anime movie release dates in 2026 center on Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Chainsaw Man: The Movie Reze Arc, both produced by Studio Ufotable and MAPPA respectively.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Movie Release Dates
| Entry | Status | Earliest Projected Date |
|---|---|---|
| Infinity Castle Part 1 (Re-release, US/Canada) | Confirmed | Thursday, March 6, 2026 |
| Infinity Castle Part 1 (Re-release, UK) | Confirmed | Saturday, March 7, 2026 |
| Infinity Castle Part 1 (Crunchyroll streaming) | Confirmed for 2026 | TBC |
| Infinity Castle Part 2 | Not 2026 | 2027 at earliest |
| Infinity Castle Part 3 | TBC | ~2029 (projected) |
Studio Ufotable confirmed in February 2026 that Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 2 will not release in 2026. A production reel released by Ufotable showed the sequel listed under “Future Projects” rather than its 2026 calendar. As of February 2026, Infinity Castle Part 1 has earned US$778.9 million worldwide. In Japan, it is the second-highest-grossing domestic film of all time, behind only Demon Slayer: Mugen Train (2020). The film earned approximately 39.14 billion yen (US$252.5 million) domestically in Japan as of January 2026. It was nominated for the Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film.
Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc
Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc premiered theatrically in 2025 and is tracking toward a Spring 2026 streaming release on Crunchyroll. An official streaming date had not been confirmed as of late February 2026.
Haikyuu Movie Release Dates
The Haikyuu theatrical film series, produced by Production I.G, concluded its two-part story. Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle and its follow-up completed the High Kyusen arc in theatrical format. No additional Haikyuu theatrical films have been confirmed for 2026 or beyond.
Jujutsu Kaisen Movie Release Dates
No standalone Jujutsu Kaisen theatrical film has been confirmed for 2026. The series’ television anime, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, is currently airing in 2026. JJK fans should expect film announcements to follow the conclusion of the TV series’ current arc.
Disney Movie Release Dates 2026
Disney’s confirmed 2026 movie release date schedule covers Pixar, Walt Disney Animation, and live-action remake titles, spread across the full theatrical year.
Disney 2026 Theatrical Release Schedule
| Film Title | Release Date | Studio Division | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixar’s Hoppers | Friday, April 10, 2026 | Pixar | Animated |
| Toy Story 5 | Friday, June 19, 2026 | Pixar | Animated |
| Moana (Live-Action) | Friday, July 17, 2026 | Walt Disney Pictures | Live-Action Musical |
| Spider-Man: Brand New Day | Friday, July 31, 2026 | Marvel Studios | Superhero |
| Avengers: Doomsday | Friday, December 18, 2026 | Marvel Studios | Superhero |
Moana (Live-Action) is directed by Thomas Kail (Hamilton). Catherine Laga’aia plays Moana. Dwayne Johnson reprises the role of Maui. The animated Moana (2016) earned US$643 million worldwide. Its sequel, Moana 2 (2024), earned US$1 billion worldwide.
DC Movie Release Dates 2026
DC Studios has two confirmed theatrical releases in 2026, both part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s rebooted DC Universe.
| Film Title | Release Date | Director | DC Universe Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow | Friday, June 26, 2026 | Milly Alcock | DCU Chapter 1 |
| Clayface | Friday, September 11, 2026 | James Watkins | DC (Status TBC) |
James Gunn’s Superman (2025) launched the new DC Universe. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow continues this continuity, while Clayface is classified as a standalone DC film. The next confirmed DCU film after 2026 is Superman: Man of Tomorrow, scheduled for Friday, July 9, 2027.
Movie Release Dates 2027 and Beyond
The most anticipated confirmed movie release dates beyond 2026 include Avengers: Secret Wars, Dune follow-ups, and animated sequels.
Confirmed 2027 Movie Release Dates
| Film Title | Release Date | Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse | Thursday, June 18, 2027 | Sony Pictures Animation |
| Superman: Man of Tomorrow | Friday, July 9, 2027 | DC Studios / Warner Bros. |
| The Batman Part II | Thursday, October 1, 2027 | Warner Bros. |
| Avengers: Secret Wars | Thursday, December 17, 2027 | Marvel Studios / Walt Disney Pictures |
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is the conclusion to the animated Miles Morales trilogy. It follows Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018), which earned US$384.2 million worldwide and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023), which earned US$690.5 million worldwide. The release date was pushed back multiple times since its original 2024 announcement, and is now confirmed for Thursday, June 18, 2027.
The Batman Part II is directed by Matt Reeves and stars Robert Pattinson (Batman/Bruce Wayne), Colin Farrell (Penguin/Oswald Cobb), Sebastian Stan (Two-Face/Harvey Dent), Andy Serkis (Alfred Pennyworth), Jeffrey Wright (Commissioner Gordon), and Scarlett Johansson in an undisclosed role. The Batman (2022) earned US$770.8 million worldwide.
International Movie Release Dates: US vs. Global Differences
International movie release dates frequently differ from US theatrical dates by 1 to 14 days, and in some cases, by several weeks. The extent of the difference depends on the studio, the market, and the distribution strategy.
How US and International Release Dates Differ
| Factor | United States | International (Typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard gap | Friday wide release | Same Friday (many markets) or 1–3 days earlier in select markets |
| Japan | Simultaneous or 2–8 weeks later | Many US blockbusters open later in Japan |
| UK | Usually the same Friday | Standard for most tentpole films |
| Anime films | Often weeks after Japan premiere | Japan always premieres first |
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 1 is a clear example of international staggering. The film premiered in Japan on Friday, July 18, 2025. The North American theatrical release followed on Friday, September 12, 2025 — a gap of approximately 56 days (8 weeks). The UK re-release event on March 7, 2026 is one day after the US/Canada re-release on March 6, 2026.
Avengers: Doomsday is expected to follow the same-day global release model used by Avengers: Endgame (2019) and Avengers: Infinity War (2018), both of which opened simultaneously across all major markets on the same day to prevent spoiler leaks.
Streaming Release Dates: When Movies Leave Theaters and Hit Platforms
The theatrical-to-streaming window in 2026 ranges from 17 days to 90 days, depending on the studio and the specific distribution deal.
2026 Studio Streaming Window Guide
| Studio | Approximate Theatrical-to-PVOD Window | Primary Streaming Destination |
|---|---|---|
| Universal Pictures | 17 days to Premium VOD (PVOD) | Peacock |
| Warner Bros. | 45 days | Max |
| Walt Disney Pictures / Marvel / Pixar | 45–90 days | Disney+ |
| Sony Pictures | 45 days to PVOD; 75+ days to streaming | Netflix (primary deal) |
| Paramount Pictures | 45 days | Paramount+ |
| Amazon MGM Studios | Varies | Prime Video |
Note: Premium Video on Demand (PVOD) — where a film is available for purchase at home at a premium price — is different from SVOD (subscription streaming). Studios release films to PVOD before making them available on subscription platforms like Netflix or Disney+.
Project Hail Mary (Amazon MGM Studios) is expected to move to Prime Video after its theatrical run, though no exact streaming date was confirmed as of February 2026.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 1 is confirmed for a Crunchyroll streaming release in 2026. As of February 2026, the film remained in exclusive theatrical distribution since its Japan premiere in July 2025 — over 7 months in theaters before a streaming debut. It is currently available for digital purchase on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
Why Movie Release Dates Change
Movie release dates change most often because of production delays, studio scheduling conflicts, or competition with other high-profile titles in the same release window.
The three primary reasons studios move release dates are:
1. Production and Post-Production Overruns. Visual effects work is the most common cause of delay for large-scale films. Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars were both moved from their original May 2026 and May 2027 dates, respectively, to December of each year to allow additional production time. Disney confirmed the shift to December in May 2025.
2. Avoiding Competition. Studios regularly shift release dates when two major tentpoles are scheduled within the same 2–4 week window. The July 2026 window, which includes The Odyssey, Moana (Live-Action), and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is unusually crowded, and studios have assessed the impact of clustering three blockbusters in a single month.
3. Writers’ and Actors’ Guild Strikes. The 2023 Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike and the SAG-AFTRA actors’ strike delayed production on multiple Marvel Studios, DC Studios, and Warner Bros. films. The strikes are a confirmed contributing factor to the current 2026–2027 release spacing across several franchises.
Most Anticipated Movie Release Dates of 2026: By Box Office Potential
The following titles represent the highest-anticipated theatrical releases of 2026, based on franchise history, confirmed casting, and early audience tracking.
| Rank | Film Title | Release Date | Franchise Box Office History |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avengers: Doomsday | Friday, December 18, 2026 | MCU avg. (last 5 Avengers): US$2.1B+ per film |
| 2 | Spider-Man: Brand New Day | Friday, July 31, 2026 | No Way Home (2021): US$1.9B worldwide |
| 3 | The Odyssey (Christopher Nolan) | Friday, July 17, 2026 | Nolan films avg.: ~US$700M–US$1B+ |
| 4 | Dune: Messiah | Thursday, December 25, 2026 | Dune: Part Two (2024): US$711M worldwide |
| 5 | Toy Story 5 | Friday, June 19, 2026 | Toy Story 4 (2019): US$1.07B worldwide |
| 6 | The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping | Friday, November 20, 2026 | Catching Fire (2013): US$865M worldwide |
| 7 | The Mandalorian & Grogu | Friday, May 22, 2026 | Star Wars theatrical avg.: US$800M+ |
| 8 | Project Hail Mary | Friday, March 20, 2026 | The Martian (Weir adaptation, 2015): US$630M worldwide |
How to Find Official Movie Release Dates
The most reliable sources for confirmed movie release dates are official studio websites, IMDb, and directly affiliated distribution platforms.
The five most accurate sources for current theatrical release dates are:
- IMDb (imdb.com): Updated in near real-time based on studio filings. Includes theatrical, streaming, and digital dates.
- Fandango (fandango.com): Ticket sales platform that lists confirmed theatrical dates and allows pre-orders.
- Studio official sites: Disney.com, Marvel.com, and equivalent pages list first-party confirmed dates.
- Box Office Mojo (boxofficemojo.com): Tracks domestic and international release calendars with historical data.
- Rotten Tomatoes (rottentomatoes.com): Aggregates critic scores and confirms wide release dates.
For anime movie release dates specifically, Crunchyroll’s official news page and Ufotable’s official social channels are the primary confirmation sources for Japanese theatrical and international distribution announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions About Movie Release Dates
What day of the week do new movies release in theaters?
New wide-release movies in the United States open on Fridays. Many studios begin Thursday evening preview screenings to capture early box office revenue, with the official opening date counted from Friday. Some major franchise events (e.g., Dune: Messiah on Thursday, December 25, 2026) open on holidays, which moves the formal launch day.
How long do movies stay in theaters before streaming?
Most major studio films are available on streaming platforms 45 to 90 days after their theatrical premiere. Universal Pictures operates on a shorter 17-day window before Premium VOD availability. Disney titles typically take 45–90 days before reaching Disney+. Theater chains negotiated minimum theatrical exclusivity windows with studios; a 45-day minimum is the current standard for most major US theater chains.
Why is Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 2 not releasing in 2026?
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Part 2 will not release in 2026 because Studio Ufotable has not completed production. Ufotable’s official February 2026 production reel listed the sequel under “Future Projects” rather than 2026 releases. Crunchyroll CEO Rahul Parini confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that dates have not yet been decided. The earliest projected release for Part 2 is 2027, with Part 3 projected around 2029 based on production timelines. The first film took approximately 3.5 years to produce.
What is the difference between a wide release and a limited release?
A wide release is a film that opens in 2,000 or more theaters simultaneously across a country. A limited release opens in fewer theaters, typically 1–600 locations, often in major cities only. Limited releases are used for awards-qualifying films or international titles entering the US market. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is an example of a 2026 limited theatrical release before its Netflix premiere.
What is the Avengers: Doomsday movie release date?
Avengers: Doomsday releases on Friday, December 18, 2026, in theaters worldwide, including IMAX. It is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and features Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom. It is part of MCU Phase 6 and directly precedes Avengers: Secret Wars, which releases on Thursday, December 17, 2027.
What is the Dune: Messiah release date?
Dune: Messiah (Dune: Part Three) releases on Thursday, December 25, 2026, in theaters worldwide, including IMAX. It is directed by Denis Villeneuve and adapts Frank Herbert’s 1969 novel Dune Messiah. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Florence Pugh are expected to return.
Will there be a Frozen 3 movie?
Frozen 3 does not have a confirmed theatrical release date as of February 2026. Walt Disney Animation Studios has not officially announced a third Frozen film. Frozen 2 (2019) earned US$1.45 billion worldwide, making it the highest-grossing animated film of 2019.
What is the Chainsaw Man movie release date?
Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc premiered theatrically in Japan in 2025 and is expected to reach Crunchyroll for streaming in Spring 2026. A confirmed streaming date had not been announced as of late February 2026. No follow-up Chainsaw Man theatrical films have been announced.
All movie release dates listed are confirmed as of Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Release dates are subject to change. Check studio official pages and IMDb for the most current scheduling information.
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