The 2025 movie slate trades on sequels but the real strength lies in a diverse mix of international and independent films. With over 100 American titles listed alongside significant Bollywood and Irish releases, this year’s cinema calendar offers more variety than any year since the pandemic.

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American films listed on Wikipedia for 2025: Over 100 · Major studios with releases: Universal, Warner Bros., Disney, Sony · Release period: January to December 2025

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact release dates for many independent films (Film Ireland)
  • Full Bollywood 2025 calendar (Wikipedia)
  • Some Irish film dates still TBC (FRG Ireland)
3Timeline signal
  • Early 2025: Paddington in Peru, The Friend, The Brutalist (Jan 24) (RTÉ)
  • Summer 2025: Jurassic World Rebirth, Fantastic Four (RTÉ)
  • Fall 2025: Wicked: For Good, Wake Up Dead Man (RTÉ)
  • Holiday 2025: Family blockbusters, Avatar: Fire and Ash (RTÉ)
4What’s next
  • More release dates expected as the year progresses (Screen Ireland)
  • Bollywood calendar updates from major studios (Wikipedia)
  • Irish film premieres scattered throughout the year (Film Ireland)

Four key facts about the 2025 movie slate, one pattern: the year is defined by franchise sequels, a strong indie undercurrent, and growing international representation.

Label Value
Total American films listed on Wikipedia Over 100
Major franchise sequels Jurassic World Rebirth, Fantastic Four, Wicked: For Good
Bollywood films Included in the list
Re-release highlight Star Wars: Episode III – 25th Anniversary

The pattern: franchise bets dominate spending, but the breadth of originals and foreign releases is the real story for 2025.

What is coming out in the cinema in 2025?

Major franchise releases

  • Wicked: For Good – Universal musical sequel, fall 2025 (Wikipedia)
  • Jurassic World Rebirth – Universal dinosaur blockbuster, summer 2025 (Wikipedia)
  • The Fantastic Four: First Steps – Marvel reboot from Disney, summer 2025 (Wikipedia)
  • Avatar: Fire and Ash – 20th Century Studios, holiday 2025 (Wikipedia)

Independent films

  • Marty Supreme – Warner Bros. drama (Wikipedia)
  • Ella McCay – A24 drama, anticipated by critics (Rotten Tomatoes)
  • The Friend – indie drama, early 2025 (RTÉ)

International releases

  • Bollywood: multiple titles from major studios (Wikipedia)
  • Irish cinema: Bring Them Down (Feb 7), The Flats (Feb 5), The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Feb 7) (Irish Film Institute)
The upshot

With over 100 American films listed and dozens more from international markets, 2025 is shaping up to be the most diverse theatrical year since the pandemic era. The key is in the mix: franchise tentpoles are balanced by a strong indie and international presence.

The pattern: studios are betting on sequels, but the breadth of originals and foreign releases finally getting wide distribution tells a different story.

What big movies are still coming out in 2025?

Sequels and reboots

  • Jurassic World Rebirth – budget estimated at $200M+ (Wikipedia)
  • Wicked: For Good – sequel to the 2024 musical adaptation (Wikipedia)
  • Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery – Warner Bros. murder mystery (Wikipedia)
  • Anaconda – reboot of the 1997 cult classic (Wikipedia)

High-budget originals

  • Marty Supreme – star-driven drama from Warner Bros. (Wikipedia)
  • Sinners – Disney original horror, spring 2025 (Wikipedia)

Animated features

  • The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants – Paramount, 2025 (Wikipedia)
  • Paddington in Peru – family animation, early 2025 (RTÉ)
Why this matters

Rotten Tomatoes’ most-anticipated list features Wake Up Dead Man and Ella McCay at the top, signaling that audiences are hungry for both franchise entries and original storytelling (Rotten Tomatoes).

The implication: studios are spending heavily on sequels, but the buzz for originals suggests risk-taking could pay off this year.

What movies are coming back in 2025?

Re-releases and anniversaries

  • Star Wars: Episode III – 25th Anniversary re-release in theaters (Wikipedia)
  • Nosferatu – 2024 film re-released in Ireland on Jan 1, 2025 (RTÉ)

Revived franchises

  • Anaconda – reboot of dormant franchise (Wikipedia)
  • Wake Up Dead Man – third Knives Out film, reviving the whodunit series (Wikipedia)

Remakes and adaptations

  • The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants – new animated adventure (Wikipedia)
  • Marty Supreme – original adaptation of a high-profile script (Wikipedia)

The most anticipated movies of 2025 include Wake Up Dead Man and Ella McCay, according to early polls.

Rotten Tomatoes editorial (film review aggregator)

The pattern: Hollywood is leaning into nostalgia, but the 2025 slate also includes fresh adaptations that could become new franchises.

What are 10 new movies?

Action and adventure

  1. Jurassic World Rebirth – summer 2025 (Wikipedia)
  2. Avatar: Fire and Ash – holiday 2025 (Wikipedia)
  3. The Fantastic Four: First Steps – summer 2025 (Wikipedia)

Drama and thriller

  1. Marty Supreme – Warner Bros. (Wikipedia)
  2. Ella McCay – A24 (Rotten Tomatoes)
  3. The Brutalist – Ireland, Jan 24 (RTÉ)
  4. Bring Them Down – Irish drama, Feb 7 (Irish Film Institute)

Comedy and family

  1. Wicked: For Good – musical fantasy (Wikipedia)
  2. Paddington in Peru – family animation (RTÉ)
  3. The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants – animated comedy (Wikipedia)

This list includes a Bollywood title not yet named, as per industry calendars (Wikipedia).

The catch

While the top 10 list is dominated by US studios, Irish cinema-goers will have access to most of these titles within weeks of their US release, plus a strong local lineup.

What movies are coming out soon in Ireland?

Irish distribution highlights

  • Bring Them Down – Feb 7 at Irish Film Institute and nationwide (Irish Film Institute)
  • The Flats – Feb 5 (FRG Ireland)
  • The Seed of the Sacred Fig – Feb 7 (Irish Film Institute)
  • The Last Showgirl – Feb 28 (RTÉ)
  • Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy – Feb 13 (RTÉ)
  • Blue Road: The Edna O’Brien Story – Jan 31 (RTÉ)

Cinema chain schedules

Odeon Cinemas Ireland and other chains are expected to carry most major studio releases alongside local titles. Screen Ireland’s 2025 roundup lists dozens of Irish films and TV releases with theatrical windows (Screen Ireland (Irish film agency)).

Local and international releases

  • Nosferatu – opened Jan 1 (RTÉ)
  • We Live in Time – Jan 1 (RTÉ)
  • Nickel Boys – Jan 17 (RTÉ)
  • A Real Pain – Jan 24 (RTÉ)
  • Babygirl – Jan 24 (RTÉ)

2025 is a big year for Irish film, with a slate that includes everything from gritty dramas to horror. Bring Them Down is a standout.

FRG Ireland (culture and lifestyle site)

What this means: Irish audiences have a richer-than-usual mix of local and international cinema in early 2025, with date-specific releases already confirmed through February.

Timeline: Key 2025 Movie Release Dates

  • Early 2025 – First quarter releases: Paddington in Peru, The Friend, The Brutalist (Jan 24), Bring Them Down (Feb 7) (RTÉ)
  • Summer 2025 – Blockbuster season: Jurassic World Rebirth, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Sinners
  • Fall 2025 – Awards season: Wicked: For Good, Wake Up Dead Man, Ella McCay
  • Holiday 2025 – Family releases: Avatar: Fire and Ash, The SpongeBob Movie

Confirmed facts

  • Wicked: For Good – Universal fall release (Wikipedia)
  • Jurassic World Rebirth – summer 2025 (Wikipedia)
  • Bring Them Down – Feb 7 in Ireland (Irish Film Institute)
  • Star Wars: Episode III – 25th Anniversary re-release (Wikipedia)

What’s unclear

  • Many independent films with unannounced release dates (Film Ireland)
  • Exact dates for some Bollywood titles (Wikipedia)
  • An Irish horror film reportedly set for March 28 – details TBC (FRG Ireland)

Key perspectives

The most anticipated movies of 2025 include Wake Up Dead Man and Ella McCay.

Rotten Tomatoes editorial (film review aggregator)

2025 is a big year for Irish film – Bring Them Down is one to watch.

FRG Ireland (culture and lifestyle site)

For Irish moviegoers, the 2025 calendar offers a richer mix than ever – with local productions sharing screens with global blockbusters, the choice is clear: there’s no excuse to stay home. The combination of Irish premieres and international hits means every month has something worth a trip to the cinema.

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Additional sources

ifco.ie, baselirishclub.org, screendaily.com

Fans planning their cinema trips can consult the comprehensive 2025 release schedule for a detailed month-by-month breakdown of all major releases.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is directing the new Fantastic Four movie?

The Fantastic Four: First Steps is directed by Matt Shakman, as reported by multiple industry sources (Wikipedia).

When is the next Jurassic World movie releasing?

Jurassic World Rebirth is scheduled for summer 2025 (Wikipedia).

Are there any new animated movies in 2025?

Yes, including Paddington in Peru (early 2025) and The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (2025) (Wikipedia).

Is there a Star Wars movie coming out in 2025?

No new Star Wars film, but the 25th anniversary re-release of Episode III is planned (Wikipedia).

What is the budget for the biggest 2025 movie?

Jurassic World Rebirth is reported to have a budget of around $200 million, though exact figures are not confirmed (Wikipedia).

When is Bring Them Down releasing in Ireland?

Bring Them Down opens in Irish cinemas on February 7, 2025 (Irish Film Institute).

What Irish films are coming out in 2025?

Multiple Irish films, including Bring Them Down, The Flats, and Blue Road: The Edna O’Brien Story, with releases throughout the year (Screen Ireland).