As summertime approaches, a lot of us will be outside. Sometimes outside means being inside, as in a movie theater. That’s what’s great about summer films. The energy is refreshing and so are the movies that drop. And this year this season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting summers for films in a hot minute. All the major studios are pulling no punches this year, with a slate packed full of high-octane action, emotional journeys, long-awaited sequels, and fan-favorite reboots. From returning superheroes to rogue AIs and prehistoric peril to martial arts mayhem, Summer 2025 is serving up something for every kind of moviegoer.
We have you covered with an essential guide with trailers, to the upcoming movies ready to light up the big screen:
‘Lilo & Stitch’ (May 23)
“Lilo & Stitch is a 2025 American science fiction comedy-drama film directed by Dean Fleischer Camp and written by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright and Mike Van Waes. Produced by Walt Disney Pictures and Rideback, the film is a live-action animated remake of Disney’s 2002 animated film Lilo & Stitch.”
This beloved tale of family and friendship gets a fresh coat of paint with a live-action reimagining that’s sure to pull at your heartstrings and reignite your love for ohana.
‘Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning’ (May 23
“Ethan Hunt and the IMF team race against time to find the Entity, a rogue artificial intelligence that can destroy mankind.”
Tom Cruise returns to close out an iconic action franchise with a globe-trotting, death-defying bang. Expect epic stunts, high stakes, and Ethan Hunt going further than ever before.
‘Karate Kid: Legends’ (May 30)
“After moving to New York City with his mother, kung fu prodigy Li Fong struggles to let go of the past as he tries to fit in with his new classmates. When a new friend needs his help, Li enters a karate competition – but his skills alone aren’t enough. With help from Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso, he soon learns to merge two styles into one for the ultimate martial arts showdown.”
Legacy meets the next generation in this martial arts revival that promises fierce fights and emotional growth, as East meets West in the dojo and beyond.
‘Ballerina’ (June 6)
“Ballerina is an upcoming American action thriller film that is the fifth film in the John Wick franchise, serving as a spin-off set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4.”
Enter the deadly and graceful world of John Wick’s extended universe. Ballerina blends elegance with edge, as a new assassin pirouettes into the shadows and into battle.
’28 Years Later’ (June 20)
“It’s been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped from a biological weapons laboratory. Still living in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine, some have found ways to exist amid the infected. One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily defended causeway. When one of them decides to venture into the dark heart of the mainland, he soon discovers a mutation that has spread to not only the infected, but other survivors as well.”
The long-awaited continuation of the 28 Days Later saga returns with terror, tension, and a new mutated threat lurking in the shadows. This one’s not for the faint of heart.
‘F1’ (June 27)
“In the 1990s, Sonny Hayes was Formula 1’s most promising driver until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, the owner of a struggling Formula 1 team convinces Sonny to return to racing and become the best in the world. Driving alongside the team’s hotshot rookie, Sonny soon learns that the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.”
Speed, adrenaline, and second chances fuel this high-octane sports drama that dives deep into the heart and grit of Formula 1 racing.
‘M3GAN 2.0’ (June 27)
“Two years after M3GAN, a marvel of artificial intelligence, went rogue and embarked on a murderous rampage, its creator, Gemma, has become an advocate for government oversight of AI. Unbeknownst to her, a defense contractor has created a military-grade weapon known as Amelia, the ultimate infiltration spy. However, as Emlia’s self-awareness increases, it becomes less interested in taking orders. Hoping to stop Emilia, Gemma decides to resurrect M3GAN, making it faster, stronger, and more lethal.”
She’s back—smarter, sharper, and scarier. The AI horror franchise levels up with a new enemy and an upgraded M3GAN in a battle of intelligence and terror.
‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ (July 2)
“Zora Bennett leads a team of skilled operatives to the most dangerous place on Earth, an island research facility for the original Jurassic Park. Their mission is to secure genetic material from dinosaurs whose DNA can provide life-saving benefits to mankind. As the top-secret expedition becomes more and more risky, they soon make a sinister, shocking discovery that’s been hidden from the world for decades.”
Dinosaurs are back—and so are the secrets buried beneath Jurassic Park. Rebirth promises action, mystery, and the awe-inspiring (and terrifying) return to Isla Nublar.
’40 Acres’ (July 4)
“In the near future, a former soldier and her family make one last stand against a vicious militia that wants to take their land.”
This patriotic weekend, witness a powerful story of survival and resistance as one family fights to defend what’s theirs in a gripping near-future thriller.
‘Superman’ (July 11)
“The film explores Clark Kent / Superman’s journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his adoptive human family in Smallville, Kansas.”
The Man of Steel returns with a story that flies closer to home. Expect heart, heritage, and heroism in this new chapter of the Superman legacy.
‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ (July 18)
“When five friends inadvertently cause a deadly car accident, they cover up their involvement and make a pact to keep it a secret rather than face the consequences. One year later, the past comes back to haunt them as they learn someone knows what they did last summer. Stalked by a mysterious killer, they soon seek help from two survivors of the legendary Southport massacre of 1997.”
The slasher classic is reborn with a new generation haunted by old sins. Secrets don’t stay buried in this chilling, suspenseful reboot.
‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ (July 25)
“Mister Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch and the Thing face their most daunting challenge yet as they defend Earth from Galactus and Silver Surfer.”
Marvel’s first family is back—and this time, the fate of Earth hangs in the balance. Cosmic forces collide in this epic showdown with Galactus and the Silver Surfer.
‘Highest 2 Lowest’ (Aug. 22)
“A music mogul faces a life-and-death moral dilemma when he gets caught up in a ransom plot.”
Closing out the summer is a high-stakes thriller that blends power, fame, and ethics in a pulse-pounding crescendo.