In May 2026, there will be an overwhelming number of movies scheduled for release. Some of them are sequels to some of the most popular movies ever made, while others are completely new to the cinema screen. Regardless of whether one visits the movie theatre or streams the films on the internet, this month promises to see more expansive worlds and captivating characters than ever before.
Here’s a curated list of 10 titles worth your time across theatres and streaming platforms.
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Animal Farm
New animated movie based on George Orwell’s famous political allegory with Andy Serkis as its director. Napoleon voiced by Seth Rogen.
The Devil Wears Prada 2
After two decades, Miranda Priestly comes back. The same actors: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci will star in the new movie with David Frankel as its director.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Return of Star Wars universe to the theaters with Jon Favreau taking over as the director of the story about Mandalorian and Grogu.
The Sheep Detectives
Unusual crime-comedy about sheep that become detectives after their shepherd (Hugh Jackman) gets killed.
Two Pianos
French drama with Arnaud Desplechin as its director and love, memory, and music as its themes through the prism of pianist’s life.
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Based on Shelby Van Pelt’s novel with Sally Field starring and a mysterious narrator – octopus voiced by Alfred Molina.
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour
A concert movie in 3D directed by James Cameron and featuring performances from Billie Eilish that aim to show both the grandeur and intimate moments of her performances.
Backrooms
A horror film inspired by an internet meme and revolving around the theme of infinite, deserted rooms.
I Love Boosters
This satire, starring Boots Riley, features a group of people who shoplift from fashion stores.
The Salt Path
A movie that stars Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs in the adaptation of a popular memoir.
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Collectively, this month’s releases indicate what the future holds for movies, where mainstream IPs dominate at the box office, while medium-budget dramatic films and innovative projects subtly push the envelope. The result is a roster of films that isn’t meant only for one type of audience, but encompasses all types of viewers, making it a rather diverse and interesting month for the movie scene.
