Apple TV has a slimmer-than-usual lineup of new movies on the way this year, and while that’s disappointing in itself for us film buffs, what’s even more notable is the lack of theatrical releases that have been announced.
If you saw my roundup of new Apple TV movies and shows coming in 2026 last week, you'll already know that the studio doesn't have a blockbuster-worthy film slate either. For instance, how do you release a movie about one of Mattel’s most popular kids' toys and not expect even a sliver of the same reception that Barbie had?
