New year, new movies to see. 2026 is already shaping up to be full of amazing cinematic experiences. Stories from Marvel and DC, another Star Wars movie, a new chapter in the long-running Toy Story franchise and a couple of noteworthy adaptations are hitting this year. And it feels like I'm just scratching the surface of what's to come.
The roundup below of buzzy movies coming in 2026 is not exhaustive -- in fact, we're starting small. Fifteen highly anticipated titles have made the cut in this curated list. You can count on this movie guide growing, so please check back regularly for new additions. Until then, though, take notes and mark your calendar.
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Project Hail Mary (March 20)
Ryan Gosling leads this sci-fi movie from Oscar-winning directing duo Phil Lord and Chris Miller. Based on the Andy Weir book of the same name, Project Hail Mary follows a high school teacher who is enlisted to travel to outer space on a mission to save humanity. Oh, and if that isn't enough, there's an alien out there that he must befriend.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (April 3)
Chris Pratt is back as Mario in the big-budget sequel to 2023's Super Mario Bros. movie with a new story based on the Super Mario Galaxy video game. Anya Taylor-Joy (Princess Peach), Charlie Day (Luigi), Jack Black (Bowser) and Keegan-Michael Key (Toad) reprise their roles. Benny Safdie joins the franchise as Bowser Jr., along with Brie Larson, who plays Rosalina.
The Mandalorian & Grogu (May 22)
The summer blockbuster season kicks off with The Mandalorian & Grogu. Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin (Mandalorian) and Baby Yoda (aka Grogu) traverse the Star Wars galaxy in a buddy flick that's part adventure, part mission to protect the New Republic. Directed by Jon Favreau, the film features Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White among the cast.
Disclosure Day (June 12)
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