35 Of The Most Anticipated Movies Of 2026
Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott and Sam Raimi also return to the big screen in 2026 with, 'The Odyssey,' 'The Dog Stars,' and 'Send Help.'
deadline.comHere are some of the latest and upcoming movie highlights for 2026, based on recent coverage from major outlets.
Key 2026 releases to watch
- Dune: Part Three — Denis Villeneuve’s continuation of the Dune saga, likely opening in December 2026. Expect a large ensemble cast including Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. [Rotten Tomatoes/industry coverage references indicate this installment is positioned as a year-end release][3][4]
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day — Tom Holland’s next Spider-Man adventure, with multiverse stakes continuing from previous films. Release anticipated for mid-late 2026. [Deseret News overview and Rotten Tomatoes/industry reporting][1][3]
- The Odyssey adaptation — Christopher Nolan’s ambitious new project described as a major theatrical event, with a wide release window in 2026. [Deseret News summary and Deadline/Rotten Tomatoes roundups][10][1]
- Digger — Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s new project starring Tom Cruise, expected in fall 2026. [Rotten Tomatoes coverage][3]
- Jackass: Best and Last — Johnny Knoxville leads a new installment in the Jackass series, releasing mid-2026. [Rotten Tomatoes anticipation piece][3]
- Insidious: Out of the Further — A new entry in the Insidious franchise slated for August 2026. [Rotten Tomatoes anticipation piece][3]
Other notable trends and sources
- 2026 is being framed as a robust year for big franchises, sequels, and original genre fare, with multiple studios targeting wide theatrical windows and IMAX/priority formats. [Rotten Tomatoes “Most Anticipated” roundup and Deseret News 2026 previews][4][1]
- A running list of anticipated titles across outlets includes franchise continuations, director-driven prestige projects, and potential Netflix/IMAX staggered releases for certain titles. [Rotten Tomatoes overview and MovieInsider/Deadline summaries][7][4][10]
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- A chronological calendar of confirmed 2026 releases (with dates where available)
- Mini-summaries for each title (genre, cast, why it’s notable)
- A table comparing anticipated 2026 films by franchise, director, and release window
Citations
- Latest preview lists and release expectations are summarized from industry roundups and previews, including Deseret News and Rotten Tomatoes coverage.[1][4]
- Specific titles such as Dune: Part Three and Spider-Man: Brand New Day are highlighted in multiple outlets as high-profile 2026 releases.[4][3]