This past year was huge for films of every genre. Marvel came back in a major way, the new DC Universe took flight, horror fans were spoiled with instant classics, and international dramas delivered nihilism and heart in equal measure. That upward trend is set to continue in 2026, with Hollywood’s biggest franchises hoping to continue their winning streak. The MCU will deliver its first Avengers movie in half a decade, while box office-dominating directors like Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan are debuting new projects. We’ll also get the first Star Wars movie since the sequel saga came to a shaky close, plus a few original epics to help counteract franchise fatigue.
The new year will have something to offer movie fans of any persuasion. Here are Inverse’s 15 most anticipated movies set to debut in 2026.
