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This year is off to a very promising start for cinema fans, with an extensive lineup of films getting 2026 releases. From popular franchises to sequels and prequels for fan-favourite movies, there is a lot to look forward to.

So, without further ado, here are 10 films out of the many announced so far that we‘re looking forward to seeing in the coming months. The list is chronological by release dates — we’re not going to pick favourites until we’ve seen the actual movies — and it is not exhaustive, as there will be more movies announced later in the year.

Wuthering Heights (February 13)

The trailer for this adaptation of Emily Brontë’s classic novel shows Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi as star-crossed lovers in 18th-century England.

While it remains to be seen whether the Emerald Fennell-directed film lives up to the trailer’s claim of it being “the greatest love story of all time,” the foggy setting, romantic tension and visuals of Elordi on horseback suggest it will be a sight to behold.

Aag Lagay Basti Mein (Eidul Fitr)

The first of two action-packed Pakistani releases, crime-comedy Aag Lagay Basti Mein (ALBM) promises three things in its trailer, crisis, confusion and chaos.

Led by two of the country‘s biggest names, Fahad Mustafa and Mahira Khan, ALBM appears to be Mustafa’s signature style of cinematic comedy from older films like Na Maloom Afraad and Actor-in-Law. Throw in his veteran co-star Javed Sheikh and Tabish Hashmi as a potential antagonist and you have a recipe for laughs aplenty.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 (May 1)

We were sold on this one as soon as we heard the cast of the 2006 dramedy was getting back together for a sequel. Can you blame us, though? Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci in the world of fashion journalism is right up our alley.

The film‘s teaser — the most-watched trailer of 2025 — took us right back to the glitzy world of fashion shows and cocktail parties, we can’t wait to see what they’ve got in store with the actual film.

Khan Tumhara (Eidul Azha)

Our second Pakistani film on this list is a little heavier than the first, but with no less action. From its trailer, the film appears to be a heroic epic based around the exploits of Yusuf Khan (Bilal Ashraf).

There are plenty of shots of fights and explosions, with one scene showing one of Karachi‘s classic black and yellow taxis drifting through the city. Oh, and did we mention there was a veiled baddie (possibly Maya Ali) in there with a sniper rifle?

Supergirl (June 26)

After she was introduced in James Gunn‘s Superman last year, Kara Zor-El is getting her own movie in 2026. Milly Alcock of House of the Dragon will be starring in the titular role, and Craig Gillespie of Cruella will be in the director’s chair.

The film follows Superman‘s party-girl cousin as she juggles her lifestyle and her superpowers. Honestly, sounds like a good film for girls’ night.

The Odyssey (July 17)

Christopher Nolan’s latest film takes you back in time to ancient Greece. Based on one of the oldest surviving works of literature, the story follows Odysseus (Matt Damon), the war-weary King of Ithaca as he tries to make his way back home.

The trailer showed the hero fleeing monsters, battling storms and even hiding in the fabled Trojan Horse. Knowing Nolan’s record with films, this might just turn out to be the perfect summer adventure.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day (Jul 31)

We won‘t get into the debate on who’s the best Spider-Man, but Tom Holland‘s portrayal of the superhero has been on point so far. That’s why we’re fairly excited to see him on-screen again for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the sequel to Spider-Man: No Way Home.

Marvel has been tight-lipped on details for this one, so we don’t know much except that Holland will be playing the lead role and Destin Daniel Cretton, who previously helmed Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings for Marvel, will be directing.

The Social Reckoning (Oct 9)

Aaron Sorkin, who wrote the award-winning biographical film The Social Network returns to write and direct its sequel, The Social Reckoning. The film stars Jeremy Strong as an older Mark Zuckerberg, Mikey Madison as Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen and Jeremy Allen White as journalist Jeff Horwitz.

The film is based on the events surrounding an expose of Facebook by Horwitz, based on information leaked by Haugen. The series of articles exposed Facebook’s social impact and how the company prioritised profit over trying to curb societal harm.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (Nov 20)

If you needed any more confirmation that the 2010s were coming back, The Hunger Games franchise is back this year for a prequel. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is set 24 years before the events of the original film, at the 50th games, which were won by Katniss Everdeen’s mentor, Haymitch Abernathy.

Joseph Zada will be playing Abernathy alongside a large cast of stars — the 50th games had twice as many tributes — Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson will reprise their roles as Everdeen and Peeta Mellark.

Dune: Part Three (Dec 18)

The last film we can‘t wait for, releasing all the way in December, is the third and final installment of Dennis Villeneuve‘s Dune trilogy. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh will be reprising their roles from last Dune film — Jason Momoa confirmed he will also reprise his role from the first film, with his character being revived after his death in Dune in line with Frank Herbert’s book, Dune Messiah.

As more studios announce their releases for the year, our list is likely to expand and change. One thing is certain, though, this year is going to be a treat for fans of cinema.