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The 10 Most Hyped Films of 2026

2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year in film. The cinematic battlefield will see the biggest franchises, the most ambitious auteurs and the most talented A-listers clash for your time, attention and box office dollars. From long-awaited superhero showdowns to prestige epics and the return of cult favorites, next year's slate is absolutely stacked. We've cut through the noise, ignored the speculative whispers, and curated the 10 films that are a must-watch in 2026.The Mummy Release date: April 17, 2026The mere prospect of Blumhouse and New Line breathing new life into The Mummy franchise has created a stir powerful enough to send tremors through ancient Egyptian tombs — and perhaps even rouse Imhotep himself. Although details are scarce, The Mummy 4 is rumored to bring back original fr...

Take a First Look at Sony and Nintendo’s Live-Action ‘The Legend of Zelda’ Film

SummaryNintendo unveiled first-look images of the live-action The Legend of Zelda film, slated for a May 7, 2027 premiereThe images feature Bo Bragason as Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link in costume against a "lush, natural setting"Shigeru Miyamoto confirmed filming is underway for the Wes Ball-helmed film, which is on track for its 2027 release dateNintendo has unveiled a first look at its upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda film.The images offer a glimpse at the adaptation’s main stars: Bo Bragason, who plays Princess Zelda, and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who plays Link. Game designer Shigeru Miyamoto wrote on X, “Filming is underway for the live-action film of ‘The Legend of Zelda’ in a lush, natural setting.”The upcoming Zelda adaptation is helmed by Wes Ball, written by T....

Snow Man’s Ren Meguro Joins ‘Shōgun’ Season 2

SummaryRen Meguro, a member of the popular J-pop group Snow Man, has been cast to play the character Kazutada in the upcoming second season of FX’s Emmy-winning series ShōgunFilming for the new season is scheduled to begin this January in VancouverMeguro transitioned from music to film with As Long as We Both Shall Live and is set to feature in projects including Trillion Game: The Movie, Hodonaku, upcoming Hodonaku, Owakare desu, and the live-action adaptation of Sakamoto DaysRen Meguro, the J-pop star from boy group Snow Man is officially set to play Kazutada in FX's Shōgun season two. Meguro started his career as a member of the J-pop group Snow Man, later broke into film with As Long as We Both Shall Live. He also featured in Trillion Game: The Movie, the upcoming Hodonaku, Owakare des...

Netflix Drops Official Trailer for ‘Wake up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’

SummaryNetflix dropped the trailer for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, confirming a streaming premiere on December 12, 2025Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc, investigating a murder centered around a religious figure, hinting at a darker, more gothic mysteryThe star-studded ensemble cast features new additions like Josh O’Connor, Jeremy Renner, and Mila KunisThe world’s greatest detective is tackling his darkest case yet. Netflix has released the official trailer for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Rian Johnson’s highly anticipated third installment, confirming a theatrical release on November 26, 2025, before its streaming debut on December 12, 2025. The trailer reveals a shift to a more gothic, high-stakes investigation centered on a religious murder.Daniel Craig return...

Disney Releases First Official Teaser for Live-Action ‘Moana’ Remake

SummaryDisney released the first teaser for the live-action remake of MoanaCatherine Laga‘aia stars as Moana, alongside returning Dwayne Johnson as MauiThe film will arrive in theaters on July 10, 2026Disney has released the first official teaser for the live-action remake of Moana, offering a glimpse of the reimagined Motunui island from the animated film. Starring Catherine Laga‘aia as the titular character, the teaser showcases her stunning vocals and clips of her journey to save her island and people.Same as the original 2016 animated movie, Dwayne Johnson will return to play the demigod Maui, who is crucial in assisting Moana on her adventurous sea voyage. While Johnson returns, the role of Moana will be played by newcomer Laga’aia, taking over from Auli’i Cravalho, the original voice...

Tom Cruise Finally Receives an Oscar

SummaryHollywood star Tom Cruise accepted the prestigious Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award (an honorary Oscar) at the Governors Awards ceremonyCruise delivered a rare, emotional speech where he thanked the crew and emphasized the magic and communal experience of watching films in a theaterHollywood titan Tom Cruise accepted the prestigious Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award -- an honorary Oscar for producers—at the Governors Awards ceremony, delivering a rare and deeply emotional 10-minute speech. The award, given for a lifetime of consistently high-quality motion picture production, recognized Cruise’s four-decade career defined by monumental global blockbusters.The atmosphere was electric as Cruise was introduced Alejandro González Iñárritu, the Mexican filmmaker who is currently directi...

The World Prepares for War in Full ‘Fallout’ Season 2 Trailer

SummaryPrime Video released the full trailer for Fallout Season 2, which premieres December 17Lucy and The Ghoul journey to New Vegas, ruled by Robert House, who is implicated in ordering the initial nuclear strikesThe returning main cast is joined by new members Kumail Nanjiani (Brotherhood of Steel) and Macaulay Culkin (Caesar's Legion)Prime Video has debuted the full trailer for Fallout season two.Set for a December 17 premiere, season two will continue Lucy’s (Ella Purnell) hunt for her dad to bring him to justice. She’s still joined by The Ghoul (Walton Goggins), who admits that he kept himself alive in order to find his family. They go through the Mojave wasteland and find themselves in New Vegas, which is ruled by Robert House (Justin Theroux) — the same man who ordered the nuking o...

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ Hits HBO Max This November

SummaryThe Conjuring: Last Rites premieres on HBO Max on November 21, followed by an all-day Conjuring Universe marathonThe final film starring Farmiga and Wilson is loosely inspired by the Smurl haunting and centers on daughter JudyThe movie shattered records with the largest global opening for a horror movie everThe Conjuring: Last Rites is streaming exclusively on HBO Max on November 21, with its HBO linear premiere on November 22 at 8 p.m. ET.HBO is marking the drop with an all-day Conjuring Universe marathon on November 22: The Nun (7:35 a.m.), The Nun II (9:15 a.m.), Annabelle (11:08 a.m.), Annabelle: Creation (12:50 p.m.), The Conjuring (2:43 p.m.), The Conjuring 2 (4:38 p.m.), and Last Rites (8:00 p.m.).Ed and Lorraine Warren return for one last case that hits home, with daughter J...

Jim Henson’s ‘Labyrinth’ Is Re-Releasing in 4K For Its 40th Anniversary

SummaryJim Henson’s cult classic Labyrinth is returning to theaters for its 40th anniversaryThe limited engagement runs for four days a 4K remastered format across North AmericaScreenings will include a new featurette celebrating the film’s fan communityJim Henson’s cult classic Labyrinth returns to theaters for its 40th anniversary from January 8 to January 11, 2026. The re-release is remastered in 4K and presented by Fathom Entertainment with The Jim Henson Company and Sony Pictures.The 1986 film stars David Bowie as Jareth and Jennifer Connelly in her breakout role. Jim Henson directs, with George Lucas as executive producer and music by Trevor Jones plus Bowie’s original songs. Design by Brian Froud and the artisans of Jim Henson’s Creature Shop powers the film’s tactile magic. The pra...

‘Now You See Me 3’ Soars as Sending ‘The Running Man’ Stumbling in Its Opening Weekend Box Office

SummaryNow You See Me 3 (Now You See Me: Now You Don’t) dominated the global box office with a strong $75.5 million opening weekendParamount's big-budget thriller, The Running Man, severely underperformed, debuting with a disappointing $28 million worldwideThe miss marks the first significant box office challenge for star Glen Powell and highlights that established franchises are currently outpacing star power in the theatrical marketThe weekend box office delivered a clear verdict on cinematic spectacle: magic trumps muscle. Lionsgate's Now You See Me 3 dominated the global charts with a spectacular $75.5 million USD worldwide opening, proving the enduring appeal of the illusionist franchise.In stark contrast, Paramount’s big-budget thriller, The Running Man starring Glen Powell, faltered...

Ryan Coogler Confirms ‘Black Panther 3’ is His Next Directorial Project

SummaryRyan Coogler has confirmed that Black Panther 3 will be his next directorial project, securing his continued creative leadership over the franchiseThe commitment ensures a structured narrative continuation, building on the success and new character arcs introduced in Black Panther: Wakanda ForeverCoogler's priority focus guarantees the sustained, high-quality storytelling and authentic vision for the future of WakandaFilmmaker Ryan Coogler has officially designated Black Panther 3 as his next professional project, a commitment that secures his continued leadership over the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Black Panther franchise. This confirmation follows the critical and commercial success of the previous installment, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.Coogler's prioritization of the three-...

First Look Images at Christopher Nolan’s Upcoming ‘The Odyssey’ Epic Film

SummaryFirst official images for Christopher Nolan's epic film The Odyssey have been released, confirming a theatrical date of July 17, 2026The cast includes Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Mia Goth as MelanthoThe action thriller is a loose, large-scale adaptation of Homer's epic, showcasing Nolan's signature realism and use of practical effectsThe first official images for Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated next cinematic endeavor, The Odyssey, have finally been revealed, offering a glimpse into the director's massive, ambitious vision. The stills confirm the intense scale and signature realism that define Nolan’s work, showcasing leads Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway and Mia Goth in their dramatic new roles.The initial visuals ...