Movie Man: Films Hitting Theatres In 2025

A new year means new films are heading to theatres. News 9' Movie Man Dino Lalli previews some movies you can expect to see in 2025.

‘Wolf Man’ – Jan. 17

The year kicks off with a chilling reimagining of Universal’s classic Wolf Man. With a modern twist, this horror film promises to get your blood pumping as audiences are thrust into a terrifying world of primal instincts.

‘Captain America: Brave New World’ – Feb. 14

Anthony Mackie suits up as Sam Wilson takes on the mantle of Captain America in Brave New World. Following Chris Evans’ departure, Mackie is joined by Harrison Ford in this highly anticipated Marvel blockbuster.

‘Sinners’ – April 18

Michael B. Jordan stars as twin brothers who inadvertently unleash an ancient evil upon returning home in this horror-thriller. Sinners promises to deliver suspense and supernatural scares in equal measure.

‘Thunderbolts’ – May 2

Marvel continues its momentum with Thunderbolts, a high-stakes antihero story featuring Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan. This action-packed film revolves around a dangerous government mission that could change everything.

‘Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning’ – May 23

Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt for what could be his ultimate mission. Facing an AI-driven global threat, Hunt and his team reunite for a thrilling ride that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

‘28 Years Later’ – June 7

Cillian Murphy reprises his role as Jim in this long-awaited sequel to 28 Days Later. Set two decades after the original, the film explores the ongoing horrors of a zombie apocalypse.

‘F1’ – June 27

Brad Pitt stars as a veteran Formula One driver coming out of retirement to mentor a rising star, played by Damson Idris. Filmed during the 2023 British Grand Prix, this high-octane drama is sure to thrill racing fans.

‘Superman: Legacy’ – July 11

DC Universe reboots Superman with David Corenswet as the Man of Steel and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. This fresh take aims to reinvigorate the franchise while honoring its roots.

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ – Dec. 19

James Cameron returns to Pandora with Avatar: Fire and Ash, the highly anticipated follow-up to 2022’s The Way of Water. Expect breathtaking visuals and an epic story as the saga continues.

Family-Friendly Movies

In addition to these major titles, family-friendly fare includes new live-action versions of Snow White, Lilo & Stitch, and How to Train Your Dragon. The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants debuts Dec, 19, while Wicked: Part Two enchants audiences on November 21.