2024 will go down as a blockbuster year for movies and TV series. Audiences were treated to an incredible line-up of cinematic masterpieces and television gems that pushed creative boundaries and brought people together.
2025 on the other hand, promises to build on this momentum. With highly anticipated releases, and exciting sequels, next year’s lineup is set to keep us glued to our screens. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, here’s a glimpse at movies that are set to dominate 2025.
How to Train your dragon
It’s an upcoming fantasy film that is directed by Dean DeBloise who also co-wrote and co-produced this project. It follows Hiccup Horrendous, portrayed by Mason Thames an inventive yet often overlooked young Viking and son of chief Stoick the Vast, played by Gerard Butler reprising his role from the animated series. Hiccup defies his village tradition of dragon-fighting by befriending a feared Night Fury dragon named Toothless. The film features a talented cast including Nico Parker, Nick Frost, Julian Dennison. The film is scheduled for theatrical release by Universal Pictures on June 13, 2025.
Wicked: Part Two
It’s a conclusion to the two part-film adaptation of the acclaimed musical ‘Wicked’ directed by John.M. Scheduled to be released on November 21,2025, it continues to explore the relationship between Elphaba portrayed by Cynthia Erivo and Glinda portrayed by Ariana Grande. The narrative will delve, deeper into the events leading up to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ shedding light on Elphaba’s transformation and societal dynamics of Oz.
Jurassic World Rebirth
It’s the forthcoming seventh installment in the Jurassic Park franchise directed by Gareth Edwards. The narrative unfolds five years later after the events of ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ with the earth’s altered climate and a specialized team is on a mission to extract DNA from the colossal creatures aiming to develop groundbreaking medical treatment. Set for release on July 2, 2025, the film introduces a fresh cast including Scarlet Johnson, Mahershala Ali and Johnathan Bailey.
Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning
It’s an highly anticipated eight installment in the acclaimed action spy franchise directed by Christopher McQuarrie. The film continues the narrative from ‘Mission impossible-Dead Reckoning part one (2023) with Tom Cruise reprising his role as Ethan Hunt. The story is expected to delve deeper into Hunt’s confrontation with the AI known as the ‘Entity’ escalating the stakes into unprecedented levels. It’s scheduled for release on May 23, 2025.
The Fantastic Four First Steps
It’s an upcoming superhero film based on Marvel Comics iconic team, the Fantastic Four. Directed by Matt Shakman and produced by Marvel Studios the film features a screenplay by Jeff Kaplan, Josh Friedman, Eric Pearson. The cast includes Pedro Pascal, Venessa Krisby and Ebon Moss. The narrative follows Marvel first family as they defend Earth from the devouring threat of Galactus and the Silver Surfer. The film is scheduled to be released on July 25, 2025.
Zootopia 2
Is a sequel to the Disney 2016 animated film that reunites brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend fox Nick Wilde as they go undercover in the Marsh Market to unravel the mystery surrounding a reptile. It’s scheduled to be released on November 26,2025.
The Gorge
It’s an upcoming survival action film directed by Scott Derrickson. The film stars Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy as two operatives assigned to guard towers on opposite sides of a deep impenetrable gorge, unaware of what lies beneath them. It is scheduled to be released on Apple Tv on February 14, 2025.
The Accountant 2
It’s an upcoming action thriller that is scheduled for theatrical release on April 25, 2025. Serving as a direct sequel to the 2016 film ‘The Accountant’, Ben Affleck reprises his role as Christian Wolff, a highly intelligent accountant with autism who secretly works for criminal organization. Joining him are returning cast members Jon Berrithal and Cynthia Addai- Robinson.
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In addition to the major titles in our list, be sure to keep an eye out for Avatar: Fire and Ash, Saw XI, Megan 2.0, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 and The Bad Guys 2. Whether you choose to head to the movie theatres or stream from the comfort of your home, be sure to mark your calendars because 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for movie lovers.