By Soumava Goswami
Some gems of movies coming out in 2025, and it is really going to be an unforgettable year for movie lovers!
Yes, with a mix of sequels, superhero blockbusters, and long-awaited animated favorites, this list of upcoming films is enough to get anyone excited.
Whether you’re into action, adventure, fantasy, or animation, 2025 promises to deliver something for everyone. So, grab your popcorn, sit back, and let’s dive into the top 15 movies coming in 2025 that have everyone talking!
Upcoming Movies Of 2025
These are some of the coolest movies that are slotted for release next year! Without any further ado, let’s get into the list of new movies in 2025!
1. Avatar – Fire & Ash
- Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Kate Winslet
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 7.7/10 (Avatar: The Way of Water, 2022)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 76% (Avatar: The Way of Water, 2022)
Why does Avatar 3 feel like it’s taking so long to get here? The world that James Cameron built in the original is second to none, and we will get even more with this next movie.
I was excited about diving into other areas of Pandora, and I wasn’t disappointed. I mean more stunning visuals and heart-pounding action sequences.
With the story of Jake and Neytiri continuing, it will be great. Oh, and if you thought the underwater stuff in The Way of Water was insane… just wait!
2. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two
- Cast: Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson, Hayley Atwell
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 8.0/10 (Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, 2023)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 95% (Mission: Impossible – Fallout, 2018)
Among all the movies in 2025, this is probably the one I am most excited about!
As we all know, Tom Cruise is eternal and evergreen. Yes, he is back with this latest installment of the MI franchise Dead Reckoning Part Two.
He’s closing it out on his terms!
Ethan Hunt and his MI stunts have kept us clutching the edge of our seats for decades now. However, there is word on the street that this could be Cruise’s most treacherous yet!
So, get ready for all the high-risk thrills and white-knuckle suspense as Ethan finds himself on a mission that exceeds everything, he thought possible!
3. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse
- Cast: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 8.9/10 (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, 2023)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 95% (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, 2023)
If you’ve seen Into the Spider-Verse and Across the Spider-Verse, you already know how amazing these films are.
The animation, wow!
The story, wow!
It truly feels like our childhood comic books are coming to life.
However, wait for Beyond the Spider-Verse to blow everything out of the water.
We get to see more of Miles Morales in even further challenges with depicted expanded multiverse Spidey’s … just look at those new characters! It’s going to be a feels and visual trip.
4. Wicked
Directed by: Jon M. Chu
Starring: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande
Wicked fans, the time has come!
So, we finally got our motion pictures after repeating the Broadway countless times.
Wicked: Part One, the prequel to the hit Broadway musical, will tell the story of Elphaba and Glinda as they confront friendship, politics, and magic in Oz.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will star in the film, and fans couldn’t be more excited to see this iconic duo come to life on screen finally.
5. Fantastic Four
Directed by: Matt Shakman
Starring: TBD
IMDb Score for Previous Films:
- Fantastic Four (2005): 5.7/10
- Fantastic Four (2015): 4.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Films:
- Fantastic Four (2005): 27%
- Fantastic Four (2015): 9%
Marvel’s Fantastic Four reboot is one of the most anticipated releases 2025. In fact, fans have been waiting for Marvel’s first family to join the MCU for a long time. Now, the wait is nearly over!
While casting details are still under wraps, expectations are sky-high. All because this is the Fantastic Four’s first official entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Fans are eager to see how Marvel Studios will handle the iconic characters, especially after previous attempts were met with mixed reviews. Therefore, watch for big announcements as we get closer to the release date!
6. Star Wars: Rogue Squadron
Release Date: December 19, 2025
Directed by: Patty Jenkins
Starring: TBD
IMDb Score for Previous Films:
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019): 6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Films:
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019): 52%
There’s always a buzz in the atmosphere whenever there’s a new Star Wars movie on the horizon. So, the Rogue Squadron is no different!
Directed by Wonder Woman mastermind Patty Jenkins, this new installment within the Star Wars saga will shine a spotlight on the daring pilots of the Rebel Alliance.
Fans of the franchise are especially hyped for this one as it is its first big-screen film in quite some time. Plus, it promises to deliver mind-blowing space dogfights, brand-new characters, and a hero-filled story.
7. Kung Fu Panda 4
- Cast: Jack Black, Angelina Jolie
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 7.1/10 (Kung Fu Panda 3, 2016)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 86% (Kung Fu Panda 3, 2016)
Everyone’s favorite panda is back!
Yes, Po, the loveable yet clumsy Dragon Warrior is back again for KungFu Panda 4. More laughs, heartfelt moments, and of course amazing kung fu.
Fans are excited to see where Po goes next with his adventure as he protects the Valley of Peace with his other warrior friends, The Furious Five.
8. Shrek 4
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- Cast: Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 6.4/10 (Shrek Forever After, 2010)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 58% (Shrek Forever After, 2010)
Shrek is love; Shrek is life! And guess what? He’s back. Shrek 5 will certainly not disappoint! Yes, we are expecting all the laughs and feelings of its predecessor.
With Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy , and Cameron Diaz resurrecting their roles as Shrek, Donkey, and Fiona, new generations will also join us to enjoy this nostalgia trip!
9. Jurassic World: Rebirth
- Cast: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 5.9/10 (Jurassic World Dominion, 2022)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 29% (Jurassic World Dominion, 2022)
Dinosaurs are coming back to theaters! Jurassic World: New Dawn will be the next big installment in the Jurassic franchise.
We have no details about what this film will do with its story, but more dinosaurs and inter-species drama seem likely.
In fact, expect to rise even higher as humanity keeps trying to figure out how to live in harmony with its giant, reptilian neighbors.
Yes, this just never gets old!
10. The Batman Part II
- Cast: Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Paul Dano
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 7.9/10 (The Batman, 2022)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 85% (The Batman, 2022)
No, we cannot keep chill, after loving Pattinson’s work as Batman in the first film. So, now we are excited about the next one!
Robert Pattinson returns as the Dark Knight in Batman Part II. If the first film is any indication, this one promises to explore Gotham’s seedy underbelly even further—if Dano Riddler and other classic Bat-villains turn up, so much the better.
Director Matt Reeves took the bat-franchise set in a grittier direction with both X-Men: First Class and Dawn of the Planet of Apes. Surely, this is something audiences loved about Part I.
11. Frozen 3
- Cast: Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Josh Gad
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 6.8/10 (Frozen II, 2019)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 77% (Frozen II, 2019)
Elsa, Anna, and Olaf are back! Frozen 3 will pick up the story of the Arendelle sisters as they learn more about Elsa’s powers and must tackle a new adversary.
Among all the movies in 2025, the first two were cultural phenomena, with little ones especially excited to see where this franchise would go next. Beautiful animation, ear-worm songs, and big feels guaranteed.
12. The Lion King: Mufasa
- Cast: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr.
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 6.8/10 (The Lion King, 2019)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 52% (The Lion King, 2019)
This Lion King prequel chronicles Mufasa’s origin story, exploring the character’s rise to power before he became king.
After we fell in love with the original classic and the remake in 2019, we Disney fans are excited to watch one of Disney’s most beloved characters get the spotlight he truly deserves.
With beautiful visuals paired with a score we can’t forget, Mufasa will give OG Lion King fans all the feels. Surely, while also introducing his backstory to a whole new generation.
13. Blade
- Cast: Mahershala Ali
- IMDb Score for Previous Film: 7.1/10 (Blade, 1998)
- Rotten Tomatoes Score for Previous Film: 57% (Blade, 1998)
Marvel’s vampire-hunting anti-hero is back, and this time with Mahershala Ali in the lead role.
Blade will introduce the half-vampire, half-human Daywalker to the MCU So, fans are pumped to see how his darker, more mature tone fits into the broader superhero universe.
With Ali’s incredible talent and a promise of gritty action, this reboot will attract new fans and those who love the original Wesley Snipes trilogy.
What Are You Most Excited About?
With all the movies coming out in 2025, it is gearing up to be an epic year for cinema, with something exciting for everyone.
Whether you’re thrilled about Marvel’s next big phase, animated adventures, musical delights, or the return of beloved franchises, the variety is astounding.
So, which of these films are you most excited to see? Let us know in the comments below—let’s geek out together!
Happy watching, movie buffs!
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