Most Anticipated Movies Yet to Release in 2026

2026 has already delivered some incredible cinema, from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie approaching the $1 billion mark to The Devil Wears Prada 2 proving that long-awaited sequels can still deliver. But the rest of the year is packed with movies that could easily surpass what we have seen so far.

From massive franchise installments to bold new original films, here are the most anticipated movies still waiting to hit theaters in 2026.

The Blockbusters Everyone Is Waiting For

Avatar: Fire and Ash (December 18) - James Cameron returns with the third Avatar chapter, introducing the Ash People, a new Na'vi clan. Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, and Sigourney Weaver all return. After the first two films earned over $4 billion combined, expectations are astronomical.
The Odyssey - Christopher Nolan latest is a star-studded epic starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, and Lupita Nyong'o. Details are kept under wraps, but it is a Nolan film - that alone is enough.
Tron: Ares (October 10) - Jared Leto leads this neon-soaked sequel directed by Joachim Ronning. It is the first Tron film since 2010, and the visuals from early footage look absolutely stunning.

Sequels, Adaptations, and Surprises

Zootopia 2 (November 26) - Disney Animation beloved sequel brings back Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps and Jason Bateman as Nick Wilde. New characters include a snake named Gary, voiced by Ke Huy Quan.
The Running Man - Edgar Wright directs this adaptation of the Stephen King novel (written under the Richard Bachman pseudonym). Glen Powell stars, and the early buzz is incredibly strong.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple - Danny Boyle returns to the zombie franchise he created. Cillian Murphy is reportedly in talks, and the film is set to explore the Asian outbreak of the rage virus.
Mortal Kombat II - Based on the video game, this sequel promises more brutal action and deeper lore. Lewis Tan returns as Cole Young, and the cast expands with new fighters from the MK universe.

Whether you are a Christopher Nolan devotee, a Disney animation fan, or someone who just loves a great theater experience, the rest of 2026 has something for everyone. Grab your popcorn.