The most anticipated movies of 2025

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Following his Oscar win for 'Parasite' (2019), Bong Joon Ho brings 'Mickey 17' to life—a sci-fi story about a disposable worker played by Robert Pattinson on a mission to colonize a distant planet. The twist? He is resurrected with full memories after each death.

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In Steven Soderbergh's 'Black Bag,' Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett star as married spies whose relationship is threatened when one of them faces accusations of treason.

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From the 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019) directors, this film stars Millie Bobby Brown on a cross-country quest to find her brother in a '90s America scarred by a human-robot war.

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Jack Quaid, of the TV series 'The Boys,' stars as a hero with unbreakable resilience in this action-fueled thriller. When his girlfriend is abducted, he unleashes his pain-immune abilities, alongside Jacob Batalon, known for his role as Ned in the latest 'Spider-Man' films.

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Disney's live-action remakes continue to draw audiences, paving the way for this adaptation, 90 years after the original animated film. Rachel Zegler stars as Snow White, and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen. Marc Webb directs, with Greta Gerwig, the acclaimed director of 'Barbie' (2023), co-writing.

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Eiza González and Aaron Paul star in this visually driven sci-fi horror, uncovering a brutal space crew massacre. Bringing his sci-fi experience from 'District 9' (2009), Neill Blomkamp directs, promising a tense, 'Alien'-esque experience.

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Robert De Niro portrays not one, but two Italian-American mob bosses in Barry Levinson's film. The story unfolds in mid-20th century New York as rival crime bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, both played by De Niro, clash for control.

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Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega's road trip takes a bizarre turn when they hit a unicorn, leading a pharmaceutical magnate to exploit the mythical creature's powers with unexpected, chaotic results.

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A family's yard is their nightmare in this horror film. A silent woman haunts them from the edge of their lawn, turning the open space into a vessel of fear.

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Jason Statham leads this thriller, based on Chuck Dixon's 'Levon's Trade,' as an ex-Marine pulled back into action to rescue his boss' kidnapped daughter. Michael Peña, David Harbour, and Jason Flemyng round out the cast.

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The 'Minecraft' video game is getting a live-action adaptation, with plot details under wraps. Fans and critics expect it to build on the game's iconic world. Jason Momoa and Jennifer Coolidge lead a cast that also includes Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, and Sebastian Eugene Hansen.

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Starring Pedro Pascal, the film weaves four interconnected stories through 1987 Oakland, California, paying a cinematic homage to the city's diverse culture. Its Sundance Film Festival premiere in January 2024 has built anticipation for its theatrical release.

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Gareth Edwards of 'Godzilla' (2014) directs the next 'Jurassic Park' installment, boasting a cast led by Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali. David Koepp, who wrote the original 'Jurassic Park' (1993), pens the screenplay, with Spielberg as executive producer.

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'Stranger Things' star Finn Wolfhard collaborates with Billy Bryk making their directorial with a horror-comedy where camp counselors battle a masked killer. Early reports suggest the film will challenge stereotypes about Gen Z.

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Co-directors Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland present an action thriller about a group of American soldiers trapped in enemy territory in Iraq, fighting to escape. Mendoza, who acted as a military consultant on Garland’s 2024 film 'Civil War,' drew from his own Iraq War experiences to develop this project.

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Meghann Fahy ('The White Lotus') and Brandon Sklenar ('It Ends with Us' (2024)) star in a chilling whodunnit. Fahy plays a widowed mother terrorized by threatening texts, forcing her into a deadly game to protect her loved ones.

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Rami Malek stars and produces this big screen adaptation of Robert Littell's novel. Malek plays a CIA decoder on a revenge mission after his wife is killed.

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The powerhouse team of Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan, creators of the 'Creed,' and 'Black Panther' franchises, reunite for a new film. With plot details secret, expectations are high, fueled by their history of critical and box office success.

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Gavin O'Connor reunites Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal for a sequel to the 2016 action thriller. Expect Affleck's Christian Wolff to return, with Bernthal taking on a significantly larger role this time.

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The horror video game is headed to theaters, bringing its cabin-in-the-woods terror to life. Game cast member Peter Stormare makes a guest appearance as Dr. Hill, while a new cast faces the game's horrors.

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Tom Hardy stars and produces this film, playing a detective who plunges into the criminal underworld to rescue a politician's son. The trailer promises intense, weapon-fueled action.

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Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick return, picking up where the twist-filled 2018 film 'A Simple Favor' left off. Lively's Emily marries an Italian businessman, with Kendrick's Stephanie as her maid of honor.

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Marvel's 2025 release assembles a diverse team of reformed villains, played by Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, and other Hollywood names. Harrison Ford debuts as Thunderbolt Ross in this action-packed Marvel cinematic universe (MCU) entry.

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Nicolas Cage stars in this film about a father and son confronting territorial locals at their hometown beach. Following a well-received Cannes premiere, Lionsgate acquired the film for a 2025 release.

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After years in development, Dean Fleischer-Camp presents the live-action 'Lilo & Stitch,' featuring Maia Kealoha as Lilo and the character’s creator Chris Sanders voicing Stitch. A star-studded cast, including Zach Galifianakis and Billy Magnussen, joins them.

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Ethan Hunt's battle against a powerful AI program continues in the next 'Mission: Impossible' film. Cruise is joined by familiar faces, like Simon Pegg, and new additions to the cast Hannah Waddingham and Holt McCallany.

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R.L. Stine's 'Fear Street' series returns with 'The Prom Queen,' set in 1988 amid the eerie horrors that plague Shadyside, a town cursed by decades of violent events. The timeline suggests possible character crossovers from earlier installments.

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After Netflix’s series 'Cobra Kai' revitalized the 'Karate Kid' legacy, Sony returns to the dojo in a new installment that promises to reunite Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan as Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han.

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Ana de Armas stars in the first 'John Wick' universe spin-off as an assassin from the criminal organization led by Anjelica Huston’s character, first introduced in earlier films of the saga. Set between Chapter 3 and Chapter 4, the revenge thriller will also feature Keanu Reeves and other familiar faces.

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Dean DeBlois, of the 'How to Train Your Dragon' trilogy, brings the beloved animated story to live-action. The film focuses on Hiccup's first encounter with Toothless, a pivotal moment of friendship that defies his Viking village's dragon-slaying tradition.

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Pixar’s 29th feature following 'Inside Out 2' (2024), follows an 11-year-old boy who’s sent into space and mistaken for Earth’s ambassador. The film features a talented creative team, including directors Domee Shi ('Turning Red,' (2022)) and Adrian Molina, co-screenwriter and co-director of 'Coco' (2017).

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After a long wait, Danny Boyle is back to direct '28 Years Later,' the third installment in his influential zombie series. With original writer Alex Garland and a cast featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes, anticipation is high.

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Director Gerard Johnstone returns for this sequel, promising to expand on the sci-fi horror of the original. Allison Williams and Violet McGraw reprise their roles, as the film explores the dangers of connected artificial intelligence (AI).

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Lewis Hamilton's production company joins Warner Bros. and Apple for an F1 film starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris. Shot during real Grand Prix weekends, and with F1 input, the film follows Pitt as a retired racer mentoring a rising star.

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James Gunn spearheads a new 'Superman' reboot, setting it within a connected DC universe. David Corenswet takes over as a younger, optimistic Clark Kent, moving away from Henry Cavill's portrayal, in a story focused on Lois Lane and Superman's relationship.

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Rihanna leads a musical 'Smurfs' reboot, voicing Smurfette and producing original songs. The animated film features a star-studded cast including Nick Offerman, Kurt Russell, and Octavia Spencer.

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Marvel's 'Fantastic Four' returns, joining the MCU's Multiverse Saga and skipping the origin story. Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach star, with Matt Shakman directing this potential bridge to future 'Avengers' events.

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Following the success of 'The Bad Guys' (2022), the sequel finds the reformed crew struggling with their new crime-free lives. They’re suddenly forced back into action to face a new challenge: an all-female criminal squad. Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, and the original voice cast return.

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The new installment in the iconic sci-fi series explores the dangers of AI crossing into the human world. Jared Leto stars as Ares, an advanced AI program. While plot details are limited, the film seems to shift focus to the real world rather than the "grid" present in previous films, with Jeff Bridges returning—though his character remains a mystery.

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While the first 'Mortal Kombat' (1995) received mixed reviews, it gained a cult following, leading to a reboot in 2021. The sequel brings back familiar faces like Lewis Tan, along with acclaimed series 'Shogun' stars Hiroyuki Sanada and Tadanobu Asano, and introduces Karl Urban as Johnny Cage.

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Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, Elphaba and Glinda's story concludes in 'Wicked: Part Two,' arriving shortly after the first film. Producer Marc Platt explains the two-part approach allows for a complete adaptation of the musical’s soundtrack.

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The 'Knives Out' franchise continues with Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, facing his most perilous investigation to date. Josh O'Connor joins the ensemble in this new installment.

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The Oscars buzz has died down, but Hollywood's engines are revving up for this year's release season.

Whether you're a die-hard action fan, a sci-fi aficionado, or just looking for a good laugh, there's something for everyone. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and let's take a sneak peek at the most anticipated films of 2025. Click through to discover what's coming!

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Already released: 'Mickey 17,' 'Black Bag,' 'The Electric State,' 'Novocaine,' 'Snow White,' 'Ash,' 'The Alto Knights,' 'Death of a Unicorn,' 'The Woman in the Yard,' 'A Working Man,' 'Freaky Tales,' and 'Hell of a Summer.'

Sources: (IMDb) (Rotten Tomatoes)

The most anticipated movies of 2025

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