In 2026, many exciting films will hit the big screen, from Marvel and Dune sequels to new adaptations of beloved books. At Joy-pup, we’ve compiled a list of the most notable premieres so you can stay up to date with the latest releases.
The Odyssey
Release Date: July 17, 2026
A grand historical drama by Christopher Nolan, based on Homer’s timeless epic. The story follows the King of Ithaca, who, after the end of the Trojan War, struggles to return home to his family, facing mythical monsters and the wrath of the gods.
Project Hail Mary
Release Date: March 20, 2026
A science fiction film based on Andy Weir’s bestseller (author of The Martian), starring Ryan Gosling. The story follows a schoolteacher who wakes up on a spaceship in another star system with a mission to save Earth from global cooling. He must communicate with an alien ally and use science to prevent humanity’s extinction.
Avengers: Doomsday
Release Date: December 18, 2026
A grand continuation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where the team of superheroes faces a new planetary-scale threat in the form of Doctor Doom. The main intrigue will be Robert Downey Jr.’s return, this time as a powerful villain, shifting the balance of power. The Russo brothers will reunite dozens of characters for a battle that will determine the fate of the multiverse.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow
Release Date: June 26, 2026
An important entry in the revamped DC universe under James Gunn, telling the story of Superman’s cousin, Kara Zor-El. Having grown up amid the ruins of Krypton and witnessing the death of everyone close to her, Kara’s character is hardened and resilient. She must find her place among the world’s superheroes, bringing her past demons and hopes for the future to Earth.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Release Date: July 31, 2026
Another installment in the Sony-Marvel collaboration, with Tom Holland returning as Peter Parker. After the events of No Way Home, he starts a fresh life in New York, forgotten by those close to him. Spider-Man must face new street-level threats and find his place among the city’s defenders without his mentors’ support.
Trailer: https://joy-pup.com/en/movies-en/the-first-shots-from-the-filming-of-the-new-spider-man-were-shown/
Dune: Part Three
Release Date: December 18, 2026
The conclusion to Denis Villeneuve’s epic trilogy, based on Frank Herbert’s Dune Messiah. Twelve years after seizing power, Paul Atreides faces the consequences of his rule and the holy war that swept across the universe, claiming billions of lives. A dark drama about the burden of absolute power and a hero’s struggle to prevent the terrible future he has foreseen.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
Release Date: January 16, 2026
The second installment of a new trilogy in the iconic zombie franchise, expanding the post-apocalyptic world ravaged by the Rage virus. Set nearly three decades after the first outbreak, it explores new societal forms and evolving threats. The world has changed beyond recognition, and the survivors face new horrors in a shattered civilization.
Scream 7
Release Date: February 27, 2026
The next chapter in the famous slasher franchise, marked by Neve Campbell’s return as Sidney Prescott. The legendary “final girl” must once again confront the masked killer, who begins hunting the survivors. The Ghostface mask resumes terrorizing the characters, revealing old secrets and connecting Woodsboro’s past with the present.
Trailer: https://joy-pup.com/en/movies-en/the-trailer-for-scream-7-has-been-released/
The Mandalorian and Grogu
Release Date: May 22, 2026
A feature-length continuation of the story from the series The Mandalorian. The film follows the adventures of the bounty hunter Din Djarin and his small charge Grogu (Baby Yoda) in a galaxy far away after the fall of the Empire.
Michael
Release Date: April 24, 2026
A large-scale musical biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua, dedicated to the life and career of pop king Michael Jackson. The lead role is played by Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, ensuring accurate recreation of movements and choreography. The film covers all stages of the artist’s life, from childhood triumphs with The Jackson 5 to global icon status and personal trials exposed to the public.
Sunrise on the Reaping
Release Date: November 2026
The official prequel to The Hunger Games franchise, set 40 years before Katniss Everdeen’s story. The film focuses on the 50th Hunger Games (the Second Quarter Quell), won by a young Haymitch Abernathy. It explores propaganda, mass manipulation, and the cost of victory in Panem’s most brutal competition.
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew
Release Date: November 26, 2026
A new adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s classic, directed by Greta Gerwig. The story shows the creation of Narnia by the lion Aslan and the arrival of the first evil in the form of the White Witch.
Wuthering Heights
Release Date: February 13, 2026
A bold adaptation of Emily Brontë’s gothic novel, directed by Emerald Fennell, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. The film explores the destructive power of love and obsession between Heathcliff and Catherine against the harsh English landscape.
The Devil Wears Prada 2
Release Date: May 1, 2026
The sequel to the iconic fashion comedy, with Meryl Streep reprising her role as the legendary Miranda Priestly. The plot focuses on the decline of glossy magazines, forcing the “Iron Lady” to seek help from her former assistant Emily, now a powerful top executive. The film is full of satire on the modern media industry, luxurious outfits, and clashes of strong personalities.
Trailer: The Devil Wears Prada 2
Jumanji 3
Release Date: December 11, 2026
The third installment of the adventure franchise, reuniting the star-studded cast led by Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart. The heroes must complete the final and most difficult level of the game to permanently close the magical portal. A dynamic blockbuster filled with humor, body-swapping, and dangerous challenges in the wild jungle.
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