Operation Fortune: The Art of Winning (Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre), Guy Ritchie
In cinemas, starting January, audiences meet a British agent who joins the international intelligence service to thwart criminals who threaten global security with the latest deadly weapons. Jason Statham returns for a Guy Ritchie espionage adventure, alongside Aubrey Plaza, Josh Hartnett, and Hugh Grant in the ensemble cast.
Scream 6 (Scream IV) by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett
The horror franchise continues in theaters from March, bringing back survivors who relocate to New York City while still pursued by a masked killer. Returning cast includes Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Mason Gooding, Jasmine Savoy Brown, Hayden Panettiere, and Courteney Cox, who appears in all installments. Neve Campbell does not return due to contract negotiations and pay disagreements.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Joaquin Dos Santos, Camp Powers and Justin Thompson
Open to audiences from June 2, this animated sequel expands the Spider-Verse. Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy lead a team of Spider-People drawn from different universes, each rendered in its own signature animation style, as they race to protect the multiverse from collapse.
Asteroid City, Wes Anderson
Arriving in theaters from June 16, this star-studded drama unfolds at a 1950s science and exploration convention. The film features an expansive ensemble including Tilda Swinton, Adrien Brody, Tom Hanks, Margot Robbie, Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Bryan Cranston, Jeff Goldblum, and many more notable performers.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Fate, James Mangold
From June 30, fans will follow the archaeologist-adventurer on a new quest. The fifth Indiana Jones film, directed by James Mangold, marks a shift from Spielberg’s helm. The story reunites Indy with allies and faces a new batch of adversaries, while a famed composer steps away from the screen after a celebrated run. The narrative continues the legacy with high-stakes adventures and globe-spanning intrigue.
How Are You? (Kimitachi wa do ikiru ka?), Hayao Miyazaki
Debuting in cinemas from July 14, this long-awaited return from Miyazaki promises a world rich in emotion and imagination. The film, a departure from conventional adaptations, centers on human experiences and growth through a thoughtful, luminous lens.
Barbie, Greta Gerwig
Hitters arrive in theaters from July 21 as a bold Greta Gerwig take on Mattel’s iconic dolls. Starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, the movie blends playful whimsy with sharp social observations. The film has influenced fashion and pop culture since its earliest teasers, contributing to a lasting stylistic movement.
Openheimer by Christopher Nolan
With a July 21 release, the biopic on the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer showcases Nolan’s signature storytelling. The cast includes Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Gary Oldman, Rami Malek, Kenneth Branagh, and Josh Hartnett. The release alongside another major title underscores a pivotal summer for cinema enthusiasts.
Exorcist: David Gordon Green
Launching in theaters on October 13, Green revisits a beloved horror icon with a fresh continuation that nods to the original while steering into new territory. The narrative centers on familial desperation and a haunted past, offering a modern take within a long-running franchise.
Dune: Part Two, Denis Villeneuve
From November 3, Villeneuve continues Frank Herbert’s epic saga. Paul Atreides leads his people through interstellar conflict, balancing love, destiny, and the fate of the universe as he forges a path through perilous alliances and ancient prophecies.
Willy Wonka, Paul King
From December 15, a magical musical invites audiences into the early adventures of the world’s most famous chocolatier. The film features a stellar cast including Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Olivia Colman, and Timothée Chalamet, with King at the helm after his Paddington success.
Beau Is Afraid, Ari Aster
Premiering in 2023, this surreal comedy horror follows a man overwhelmed by fear and family tension as his bizarre journey unfolds. Joaquin Phoenix leads a cast through a narrative that blends horror, humor, and dreamlike sequences, signaling Aster’s distinctive, uncompromising style.
Napoleon, Ridley Scott
Arriving on Apple TV+ in 2023, this sweeping historical drama traces the ascent of Napoleon Bonaparte and his complicated alliance with Empress Josephine. Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby headline a film that emphasizes grand scale, strategic ambition, and personal conflict, guided by a script from David Scarpa.
Nightingale, Melanie Laurent
Expected in 2023, this adaptation of Christine Hannah’s novel focuses on two sisters surviving the Nazi occupation of France. The project places Laurent in a key directoral role, with a casting approach that emphasizes intense character dynamics and historical tension. Production timelines have fluctuated, leaving release specifics uncertain.
The Killer of the Flower Moon, Martin Scorsese
Set to premiere on Apple TV+ in 2023, this high-stakes Western crime saga follows FBI agents investigating murders within a Native American community amid an oil industry conflict. A-list actors including Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Jesse Plemons, Brendan Fraser, and John Lithgow anchor a sprawling, tension-filled narrative with Scorsese’s hallmark craft.