As 2024 approaches, audiences can expect a diverse lineup of films, though the superhero genre is notably less prevalent this year. DC Studios is set to release only one superhero film, Joker: Folie à Deux, a sequel that continues Todd Phillips’ exploration of a more realistic Batman universe while introducing new elements. Contrastingly, Marvel will release four films including Kraven the Hunter, Deadpool 3, Venom 3, and Madame Web, though all faced delays due to recent Hollywood strikes. Another significant film impacted was Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two, which has been rescheduled from its original November release to March due to promotional restrictions on its star-studded cast featuring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh.
Additional highly anticipated titles include a long-awaited sequel to Gladiator, starring Paul Mescal, the next installment in the Kung Fu Panda franchise, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and a spin-off from the John Wick series focusing on a ballerina assassin seeking revenge for her family. Acclaimed director Bong Joon-ho is collaborating with Robert Pattinson on the sci-fi film Mickey 17, while Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth will star in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Eli Roth’s long-gestating Borderlands adaptation and the prequel spin-off Day One from the Quiet Place series will also make their debuts this year.
From Bollywood, the year opens with the romantic thriller Merry Christmas, featuring Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi. Following that, Fighter, an aerial action film starring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor, is anticipated. Other notable Indian films include Bade Miyan Chote Miyan with Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, Vicky Kaushal taking on the role of the Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Chhaava, and Alia Bhatt in the intricate story of a prison break in Jigra. The lineup also features sequels such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Pushpa 2, and the comedy-horror Stree.
January 2024 movies
Anyone But You
Release date: January 5, 2024
Following a disastrous first date, a couple, portrayed by Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, unexpectedly reunites at a wedding in Australia. They must navigate family drama while pretending to be a couple in the romantic comedy directed by Will Gluck, which also stars Alexandra Shipp and Dermot Mulroney.
Mean Girls
Release Date: January 12, 2024
This film adapts the 2018 Broadway musical rather than the original Lindsay Lohan film. It follows newcomer Cady Heron (played by Angourie Rice) as she becomes part of the popular group known as “The Plastics,” led by Regina George (Reneé Rapp). Complications arise when Cady falls for Regina’s ex, forcing her to unite with a group of outcasts to fend off hostility. Tina Fey returns as the writer for this contemporary take.
Merry Christmas
Release Date: January 12, 2024
This romantic thriller transports viewers back to the 1980s with a storyline featuring two strangers, played by Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, whose Christmas Eve encounter leads to a series of unexpected and unsettling events, interlaced with romance. The film is shot in both Tamil and Hindi and marks director Sriram Raghavan’s debut in Tamil cinema.
Hanu Man
Release Date: January 12, 2024
In this Telugu film, a common man from the fictional village of Anjanadri gains the powers associated with Lord Hanuman, choosing to combat evil. This marks the beginning of Prasanth Varma’s Cinematic Universe of superheroes, similar to the Krrish franchise and will also be dubbed in multiple languages including Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Malayalam.
Guntur Kaaram
Release Date: January 12, 2024
Mahesh Babu stars as the king of Guntur City’s underworld, whose heart gets caught up with a journalist (Sreeleela) determined to expose the criminal activities in their city. Directed by Trivikram Srinivas, the film includes a variety of intense action sequences.
Main Atal Hoon
Release Date: January 19, 2024
Pankaj Tripathi portrays renowned Indian leader Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee in this biopic, which captures the multifaceted personality of the former prime minister as a poet, statesman, and gentleman rather than solely focusing on his political career.
Fighter
Release Date: January 25, 2024
Pushing Indian cinema into the realm of aerial action films, Fighter draws inspiration from true events and follows elite IAF officers who come together to form a team of air warriors during a crisis. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film features Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor in key roles.
February 2024 movies
Argylle
Release date: February 2, 2024
Elly Conway (Bryce Dallas Howard), a reclusive author, is thrust into espionage when her novels begin to predict real-life events. Joined by a cat-allergic special agent (Sam Rockwell) and her cat, she journeys across the globe. Directed by Matthew Vaughn, the film also stars Henry Cavill, Dua Lipa, John Cena, Bryan Cranston, and Samuel L. Jackson.
Section 108
Release Date: February 2, 2024
A billionaire’s mysterious disappearance leads an insurance officer (Regina Cassandra) to enlist the help of lawyer Tahoor Khan (Nawazuddin Siddiqui) to uncover hidden truths. Rashik Khan directs the film, featuring a supporting cast that includes Aasif Khan and Rumi Khan.
Tillu Square
Release Date: February 9, 2024
In this sequel to DJ Tillu, Sidhu Jonnalagadda returns as aspiring DJ Tillu, navigating new romantic interests while his love interest is played by Anupama Parameswaran. The film faced delays due to post-production issues.
Madame Web
Release date: February 16, 2024
Cassandra Webb (Dakota Johnson), a New York paramedic, acquires psychic abilities after an accident. As her fate intertwines with three young women, she must guide them against a new threat. This film continues Sony’s Spider-Man universe and includes Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, and Celeste O’Connor.
Operation Valentine
Release Date: February 16, 2024
Focusing on a significant aerial strike against India, this patriotic drama showcases the experiences of Indian Air Force officers. Varun Tej stars as Arjun Dev, and the film also marks the directorial debut of Shakti Pratap Singh Hada.
Bob Marley: One Love
Release Date: February 23, 2024
This biopic follows reggae icon Bob Marley through the peaks of his career and his eventual demise. Kingsley Ben-Adir portrays Marley, with Lashana Lynch as his wife Rita and James Norton as Chris Blackwell of Island Records.
Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam
Release Date: February 23, 2024
Though sharing a title with a popular Hindi song, this romantic comedy focuses on a different narrative, featuring Vicky Kaushal and Tripti Dimri as leads. Anand Tiwari, known for his work in Amazon’s Bandish Bandits, directs.
March 2024 movies
Laapataa Ladies
Release Date: March 1, 2024
In this comedy, two young brides get lost during a train journey, igniting a comical chain of events set in 2001. The film marks a return for director Kiran Rao, whose last project was 2010’s Dhobi Ghat.
Dune: Part Two
Release date: March 15, 2024
Continuing from Villeneuve’s first film, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) joins Chani (Zendaya) in a quest for revenge against the Harkonnens. This sequel will tackle the latter part of Herbert’s novel and introduces new cast members including Christopher Walken and Florence Pugh, having been delayed due to Hollywood strikes.
Yodha
Release Date: March 15, 2024
After numerous delays, Sidharth Malhotra’s film follows a soldier’s journey to save hijacked plane passengers. Directed by debutants Sagar Ambre and Pushkar Ojha, the film showcases intense action.
The Crew
Release Date: March 22, 2024
This comedic film features Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon as they navigate lies and chaos in the airline industry. Cameos by Kapil Sharma and Diljit Dosanjh are also expected.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Release date: March 29, 2024
The Spengler family returns, teaming up with original Ghostbusters to battle a chilling new threat in New York City that could lead to an Ice Age. The film features both new and returning cast members, including Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd.
Metro… In Dino
Release Date: March 29, 2024
A spin-off of Life in a Metro, this anthology film by Anurag Basu revolves around contemporary relationships. The cast includes Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, and Anupam Kher, with music by Pritam Chakraborty.
Kung Fu Panda 4
Release date: March 29, 2024
In the latest installment of the beloved franchise, Po (Jack Black) embarks on a quest to find his successor while battling the villainous Chameleon (Viola Davis), who can resurrect enemies from the past. The film assembles much of the original voice cast along with new characters.
Mickey 17
Release date: March 29, 2024
In Bong Joon-ho’s sci-fi thriller, Robert Pattinson plays a disposable worker on a colonization mission who is replaced by clones carrying his memories. This adaptation of the novel Mickey 7 also stars Steven Yeun and Mark Ruffalo.
Watch the Teaser for Bong Joon-ho’s Mickey 17
Robert Pattinson in and as Mickey 17
Photo Credit: Warner Bros.
The Diplomat
Release Date: March 2024
John Abraham stars as an Indian diplomat tasked with repatriating a girl tricked into an unwanted marriage in Pakistan. Directed by Shivam Nair, the storyline is reportedly based on true events, featuring co-stars Sadia Khateeb and Kumud Mishra.
April 2024 movies
Devara
Release Date: April 5, 2024
This epic action saga, led by NTR Jr, marks his 30th film in Telugu cinema. The details remain undisclosed, but Jahnvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan will also play significant roles in the film.
Aadujeevitham
Release Date: April 10, 2024
Based on a true story, this Malayalam film follows Najeeb Muhammad (Prithviraj Sukumaran), an Indian worker who faces dire circumstances while working in Saudi Arabia. The adaptation of the novel by Benyamin is expected to be one of the year’s major releases.
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
Release Date: April 11, 2024
This film, starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, is not a remake of the 1998 comedy of the same name, but focuses on a new duo’s escapades instead. Both fall under Pooja Entertainment’s banner.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
Release date: April 12, 2024
Godzilla and King Kong join forces to combat a colossal underworld threat, diving deeper into their origins while introducing a new ‘Mini Kong.’ The film retains original cast members including Rebecca Hall and Brian Tyree Henry.
Indian 2
Release Date: April 12, 2024
In this sequel, Kamal Haasan reprising his role of Senapathy returns to India from Hong Kong to fight against corruption. The film has gained significant attention since its announcement in 2017, with a star-studded ensemble cast.
Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver
Release date: April 19, 2024
This follow-up to A Child of Fire follows Kora and her allies as they prepare for a battle to protect their planet. Directed by Zack Snyder, the film delves into their historical backstories as they gear up for conflict.
Mr. and Mrs. Mahi
Release Date: April 19, 2024
This new retelling of M.S. Dhoni’s life story sees Rajkummar Rao stepping into the role of the iconic cricketer, while Janhvi Kapoor is likely to play his love interest. The film marks another collaboration between Kapoor and director Sharan Sharma.
Tehran
Release Date: April 26, 2024
In this political thriller inspired by recent global events, John Abraham plays the lead role. The film also features Manushi Chhillar and Madhurima Tuli, making it a noteworthy addition to Abraham’s filmography.
Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha
Release Date: April 26, 2024
A story of love spanning two decades, this musical film, directed by Neeraj Pandey, stars Ajay Devgn and Tabu as childhood friends navigating the trials of love and friendship across time.
May 2024 movies
The Fall Guy
Release date: May 3, 2024
Ryan Gosling returns in a comedic role as a stuntman brought back to work when a star goes missing, setting him on a mission intertwining with his past and unresolved tensions. The film is directed by David Leitch.
Sri
Release Date: May 10, 2024
Inspired by the life of Srikant Bolla, the visually impaired industrialist, this biopic paints the inspiring story of his rise from aspirations to achievements. Rajkummar Rao portrays the titular role, with Alaya F and Jyotika in supporting roles.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
Release date: May 23, 2024
This prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road delves into the backstory of Furiosa (Anya Taylor-Joy) as she attempts to escape from Warlord Dementus (Chris Hemsworth). Expect an intense journey that reveals the origins of the wasteland character.
IF
Release date: May 2024
In this imaginative tale, a girl named Bea (Cailey Fleming) gains the ability to see children’s imaginary friends. With the help of her upstairs neighbor (Ryan Reynolds), she must bring these abandoned friends to new children in need. The film boasts a talented voice cast.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Release date: May 2024
Set 300 years after Caesar’s death, this installment follows a young woman (Freya Allan) and ape Noa (Owen Teague) on their quest for freedom from a totalitarian ruler. Directed by Wes Ball, this film promises a fresh perspective on the iconic franchise.
June 2024 movies
Ballerina
Release date: June 7, 2024
Ana de Armas returns as the assassin-ballerina Rooney, engaging in a revenge mission to avenge her murdered family. This spin-off from the John Wick series continues with familiar faces, including Keanu Reeves as Wick.
Inside Out 2
Release date: June 14, 2024
The much-anticipated sequel sees Riley as a teenager navigating the tumultuous landscape of adolescence with new emotions joining the mix. Maya Hawke is set to voice the new character, Anxiety, alongside established favorites.
Chandu Champion
Release Date: June 14, 2024
In this biographical sports drama, Kaartik Aaryan portrays Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist. Featuring an impressive war sequence filmed in Kashmir, the film showcases resilience in pursuing dreams.
A Quiet Place: Day One
Release date: June 28, 2024
This prequel explores the beginnings of the alien invasion that quieted the world, focusing on a brand new cast led by Lupita Nyong’o. Michael Sarnoski directs this exploration of survival amidst terror.
July 2024 movies
Despicable Me 4
Release Date: July 3, 2024
Gru and his Minions return for the fourth installment of the beloved franchise, with the original voice cast reprising their roles. Though plot details remain scarce, the film is highly anticipated following past successes.
Deadpool 3
Release date: July 26, 2024
Hugh Jackman returns in Deadpool 3, the first film in the franchise within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Ryan Reynolds reassures fans that the timeline from Logan remains intact, and the film promises unique twists under director Shawn Levy.
August 2024 movies
Borderlands
Release date: August 9, 2024
After years in development, this adaptation focuses on Lilith (Cate Blanchett) who seeks a missing child of a powerful individual on Pandora, gathering an eclectic band of allies along the way. The film features an ensemble cast, including Kevin Hart and Jack Black.
Singham Again
Release Date: August 15, 2024
Ajay Devgn returns as the tough cop in the fifth installment of Rohit Shetty’s Cop Universe, alongside an impressive ensemble cast that features Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. The film is expected to build on the success of its predecessors.
Pushpa 2
Release Date: August 15, 2024
Focused on the ongoing rivalry between Pushpa (Allu Arjun) and the determined officer Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat (Fahad Faasil), this sequel aims to exceed the success of the first film with elevated stakes.
Kraven the Hunter
Release date: August 30, 2024
Aaron Taylor-Johnson joins the Spider-Man Universe as Kraven, a big game hunter turned anti-hero. Initially meant for October last year, the release has shifted following delays. The film will also feature Ariana DeBose as Calypso.
Stree 2
Release Date: August 30, 2024
Continuing the spooky saga, the sequel transforms the storyline with a shift from a ghostly presence to the terror of a headless man. Key cast includes Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, and Pankaj Tripathi.
September 2024 movies
Transformers One
Release date: September 13, 2024
This installment ventures back to the origins of the Autobots and Decepticons, featuring major voices like Chris Hemsworth as Optimus Prime. Directed by Josh Cooley, fans can expect a new narrative exploring the Transformers’ legacy.
Jigra
Release Date: September 27, 2024
This film portrays a gripping tale of a prison break intertwined with sibling love. It represents the second release from Alia Bhatt’s production house and showcases her creative vision.
October 2024 movies
Joker: Folie à Deux
Release date: October 4, 2024
Despite previous assurances of no sequel, Todd Phillips returns to the world of the Joker, featuring Joaquin Phoenix alongside Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn. While plot details remain under wraps, some musical elements are expected.
Deva
Release Date: October 11, 2024
Shahid Kapoor takes on the role of a dedicated cop delving into a high-profile investigation in this action-packed thriller, marking the directorial debut of Rosshan Andrrews.
November 2024 movies
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Release Date: November 1, 2024
Kartik Aaryan reprises his role in this horror-comedy sequel. This storyline is expected to connect with themes established in its predecessor, with Anees Bazmee returning as director.
Venom 3
Release date: November 8, 2024
Tom Hardy returns as Venom, picking up from the character’s last appearance. Details about the plot remain undisclosed, with new cast additions fueling anticipation.
Gladiator 2
Release date: November 22, 2024
Paul Mescal stars in this long-awaited sequel directed by Ridley Scott, continuing the story of Lucius Verus, son of Lucilla. The cast is rounded out by notable names including Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal.
December 2024 movies
Chhaava
Release Date: December 6, 2024
Vicky Kaushal takes on the role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in a historical drama that promises intense action. Rashmika Mandanna stars opposite Kaushal in this period film directed by Laxman Utekar.
Mufasa: The Lion King
Release date: December 20, 2024
This prequel explores Mufasa’s journey from cub to king, featuring Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen as Timon and Pumbaa, while Aaron Pierre voices the titular character.
Welcome To The Jungle
Release Date: December 20, 2024
The third installment of the Welcome franchise features an extensive ensemble cast aiming for comedic gold. This film introduces a new narrative of police searching for criminals, diverging from the earlier storylines.
Nosferatu
Release date: December 2024
Robert Eggers’ highly anticipated remake promises to deliver a chilling horror tale. Lily-Rose Depp stars as a woman tormented by a vampire, complemented by a cast featuring Willem Dafoe and Nicholas Hoult.
Lily-Rose Depp in a still from Nosferatu
Photo Credit: Focus Features
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Release date: December 2024
As the iconic blue hedgehog returns to the big screen this Holiday season, he teams up once again with familiar characters like Tails and Knuckles against a new nemesis. Jeff Fowler helms this eagerly awaited sequel.
Other notable releases in 2024
Emergency
Release Date: TBD
Kangana Ranaut portrays Indira Gandhi in this historical biopic focused on the Emergency declared in 1975. It stars Anupam Kher and features Ranaut as both lead and producer.
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Release Date: TBD
This epic science fiction film has been delayed multiple times but remains a projected release for the year, featuring prominent actors and aiming to explore contemporary themes through the lens of mythology.
