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Universal Pictures started off with a bang with musicians playing orchestral versions of their biggest cinematic hits. With an incredible mix of sequels, reboots, live-action adaptations, and original stories across all genres, the studio made it clear they’re aiming to dominate the box office—and your imagination.
From Scarlett Johansson leading a bold new chapter in Jurassic World: Rebirth to dragons taking flight in a heartfelt live-action How to Train Your Dragon, and from Blumhouse’s next batch of nightmare-fueled sequels to musical magic with Wicked: For Good, there’s something for every kind of moviegoer. Whether you love high-octane action, family adventures, sci-fi chills, or fairy tale finales, Universal’s 2025 slate is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory.
Jurassic World: Rebirth
Of course, one of those massive hits is Jurassic Park. The new film Jurassic World: Rebirth was introduced by one of its stars, Scarlett Johansson. The movie was filmed in the jungles of Thailand, adding a bit more to the production. The film will take us on a new adventure to an island where experimental dinosaurs roam. Johansson expressed her excitement about being in this franchise, mentioning all of the ‘pinch me’ moments, such as “hanging off a speedboat and repelling off a waterfall.” The movie looks like a hit and should be another box office score for the dinos. Jurassic World: Rebirth tramps into theaters July 2.
Gabby’s Dollhouse
Dreamworks also set us up for some new family-friendly pieces. September 26 will be the release of the movie version of Gabby’s Dollhouse, based on the Netflix series. The movie will take Gabby on an adventure to get her missing dollhouse back from a crazy cat lady played by Kristen Wiig. The film will utilize a mix of animation and live action elements and keep on par with the show.
Bad Guys 2
Feeling like letting your inner animal out? Bad Guys 2, the sequel to Bad Guys, hits theaters August 1. The original cast, including Awkwafina and Craig Robinson, who were on hand to tell us about the movie, are lured back into the crime world by some bad girls, but try to prove that they are still good.
How To Train Your Dragon
How To Train Your Dragon, the live action version of the animated tale, out June 13, takes us on a journey with Hiccup from the isle of Berk. The movie was introduced by two of its stars, Nico Parker and Gerard Butler. This movie is beautifully shot and makes you feel like you are flying with Toothless and Hiccup. The movie does a great job staying true to the heart of the original movie. It was also announced that the sequel is already in the works, releasing June 11, 2027.
Nobody 2
Nobody 2, the sequel to the first film of the same name starring Bob Odenkirk, Christopher Lloyd, Connie Neilson, and Sharon Stone, will bring us back to the action of the original. The characters decide to go on a family vacation that goes awry, even more than when the airline loses your luggage. This action-packed film hits theaters on August 15.
HIM
HIM, a film by Jordan Peele, introduced by Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers, will shake up your notion of sports training. The premise of the story is that a football player is finally getting the opportunity to train with his idol, but training goes very differently than originally thought. It begs you to question your goals and ask, “What are you willing to sacrifice?” In theaters September 19.
Wicked: For Good
Wicked: For Good, the much-awaited part 2, will float into theaters on November 21. The movie was introduced by Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and John M. Chu. Part 2 will take us back to Oz, where we will see how our characters end up. With musical numbers, interesting character development, and beautiful sets and costumes, the movie is again poised to do well at the box office.
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
Several other films are slated for release this year. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, September 12, The Phoenician Scheme, a Wes Anderson film, is coming June 6. Bugonia, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, is a science fiction comedy film directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. That will hit theaters on November 6.
Warner Bros. Pictures Line Up
2026 will also be filled with more to check out, like the untitled Super Mario Bros movie in April and Minions 3 in July. Also in July, expect the classic story with a packed cast, The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan. Steven Spielberg will give us an unnamed sci-fi UFO flick that will “be in the spirit of the classics, but with an out-of-this-world twist.” Shrek 5 stomps into theaters for Christmas 2026, with the original voice cast and the addition of a character voiced by Zendaya.
Blumhouse Productions
Blumhouse Productions has several horror sequels on the docket. Jason Blum introduced the group of films dressed as Freddy himself, even getting momentarily stuck in the head. Blum stated, “(It’s) The best year we’ve had at Bluhouse.”
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, December 5, will take you back to Freddy’s world where you will go even deeper and experience even more homicidal PG-13 animatronics.
Black Phone 2, the supernatural thriller, will teach us that death isn’t always the end. Gwen and others will be back again to answer that phone call in an even scarier movie than the original. Answer the call from this film around October 17.
Everyone’s favorite robot, Megan, will be dancing back into theaters June 27. Introduced by a group of dancing Megans, M3GAN 2.0 will get an upgrade in order to take on a new, powerful AI. Megan will do anything to protect Katy from this new threat.
Can’t wait to meet your soulmate? Soulm8te will introduce us to the new Megan for adults. The story by James Wan gives us Sara, who can be purchased by adults to provide them with a little companionship. Things go wrong as Sara gets a bit too overprotective and starts doing more than she is programmed for. Check out your dreamgirl or your nightmare January 2, 2026.
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