From live-action adaptations to fresh takes on classic stories, 2025 promises something for every type of movie-goer and cinephile. Whether you're looking forward to the return of iconic franchises like Superman and 28 Years Later, or you're itching to discover imaginative new films such as The Legend of Ochi and Mickey 17, 2025 is shaping up to be a promising year for cinema. Here’s SuperScout's list of films to watch in 2025!
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Due to be released some time in 2025, Guillermo del Toro's latest creation is an adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel Frankenstein, starring Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the Creature.
Slated for a summer release, Highest to Lowest is Spike Lee's English-language homage to the 1963 Japanese film High and Low. Lee has insisted that the film "isn’t a remake" but rather "a reinterpretation of the great Kurosawa". Denzel Washington, Ice Spice and ASAP Rocky are among the stars set to bring this vision to life.
This psychological horror set in 1970s Britain follows the story of a married couple's (Dev Patel and Rosy McEwen) strange interactions with their new home and a mysterious child that begins to entangle himself in their lives. Rabbit Trap premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival before its theatrical release in January.
Director Jonathan Eusebio's directorial debut follows the story a former hitman turned realtor whose past catches up with him. The action-comedy's ensemble cast includes Ariana DeBose and Daniel Wu.
Directed by Isaiah Saxon, this fantasy film stars Helena Zengel, Finn Wolfhard, Emily Watson, and Willem Dafoe. The story follows a young girl who runs away from home and learns to communicate with an elusive animal species known as Ochi.
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Starring Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette, Steven Yeun and Mark Ruffalo, Mickey 17 is the latest brainchild of award-winning director Bong Joon-ho. In 2019, Joon-ho made history with his film Parasite (2019), which became the first non-English language film to win Best Picture in the history of the Academy Awards.
Mickey 17 is scheduled to premiere at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February 2025, before its theatrical release in South Korea on February 28 and United Sates on March 07.
This live-action adaptation of Disney's 1937 animated classic is directed by Marc Webb. Rachel Zegler stars as Snow White, with Gal Gadot portraying the Evil Queen.
This thriller follows a CIA cryptographer (Rami Malek) who, after losing his wife in a London terrorist attack, demands his superiors pursue the terrorists responsible. When they refuse, he threatens to go public with classified information unless the agency takes action.
Margot Robbie, Colin Farrell and Phoebe Waller-Bridge star in this romantic fantasy that follows the story of two strangers who meet at a wedding and go on a journey of love and self-exploration.
Disney's live-action adaptation of the beloved 2002 animated film Lilo & Stitch is set for release this spring. The story follows a young Hawaiian girl named Lilo who befriends an alien creature, Stitch, originally designed for destruction. The film will feature a CGI-animated Stitch, blending live-action and animation to bring the characters to life.
DreamWorks' live-action adaption of the beloved animated series How to Train Your Dragon. The story centers on a young Viking named Hiccup who befriends a dragon, challenging his tribe's long-standing beliefs about the creatures.
22 years after the release of the original 28 Days Later (2002) Danny Boyle returns for the third in the 28 Days Later film series. Starring Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes, the story takes place 28 years after the 'Rage' virus began infecting the world.
The film was shot back-to-back with the upcoming sequel 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, set for release in January 2026.
Taking place five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion (2022), Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey star in the next instalment in the Jurassic World Series, which follows the trio as they work on a top-secret mission to acquire crucial DNA samples to help save human lives.
David Corenswet is the latest embodiment of the world's most famous superhero. Directed by James Gunn, the film is expected to explore Superman's early days in Metropolis, balancing his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing.
More than two decades after Freaky Friday (2003) established itself as a cult classic, Lindsey Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis reprise their roles as Tess and Anna Coleman. Whilst navigating the ups and downs of new family dynamics, the mother-daughter duo find themselves in familiar territory...
Adaption of the 2017 novel by Ariana Harwicz, Die, My Love is a dark comedy that follows a mother as she battles with postpartum depression and psychosis in the remote Montana countryside. Starring Robert Pattinson and Jennifer Lawrence.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film stars Jaafar Jackson, Michael's nephew, portraying the King of Pop. The narrative aims to delve into Jackson's musical achievements and personal challenges, offering an intimate look at his complex life.
Nine years after the record-breaking box office success of Zootopia (2016), Zooptopia 2 will continue the adventures of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they navigate new challenges in the bustling metropolis of Zootopia.
James Cameron's third instalment in the Avatar series, Avatar: Fire and Ash will continue to explore the rich world of Pandora, delving deeper into its cultures and ecosystems.
Directed by Josh Safdie, Marty Supreme is a sports comedy starring Timothée Chalamet. Set for release on Christmas Day, the film follows the journey of a young athlete navigating the challenges and triumphs of professional sports. The narrative promises a blend of humor and drama, capturing the highs and lows of athletic fame.
With an impressive mix of action, adventure, fantasy, and drama, 2025’s film slate offers plenty to look forward to. Whether revisiting beloved characters, exploring bold new narratives, or experiencing groundbreaking visuals, these films are set to make a significant impact on audiences worldwide. As the year unfolds, movie fans will have plenty of reasons to head to theaters, immerse themselves in captivating storytelling, and witness the magic of cinema unfold on the big screen.
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