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2024 is slowly coming to an end but cinephiles have many exciting upcoming movies to look forward to in the coming year. Like this year, 2025's movie schedule boasts a variety of star-studded titles ranging from compelling originals to anticipated sequels and remakes. Like every year, 2025 will also cater to varied tastes and interests by releasing quality movies that fall under different genres.
Among the most anticipated upcoming movies are titles that feature known characters and themes loved by movie-goers from around the world. After all, it is always a treat to follow the adventures of a beloved character navigating new challenges and experiences.
Cinephiles who are already working on their 2025 watchlist should make a point to include the upcoming movies on this list that promise entertaining narratives.
Disclaimer: This list contains information from various sources.
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Karate Kid: Legends, and four other upcoming movies that all cinephiles need to add to their must-watch list
1) Captain America: Brave New World (February 2025)
Marvel fans will always remember the moment when the retired Steve Rogers hands the shield over to Sam Wilson, played by Anthony Mackie, at the end of Avengers: Endgame. This iconic scene heralded the birth of a new Captain America and fans got to see Wilson in his new avatar in the miniseries, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
However, Captain America: Brave New World by Julius Onah will mark Mackie's first big-screen outing in the red, white, and blue suit. The actor has received much praise for maintaining the humble and righteous persona of Captain America, while also adding his own brand of humor and cheekiness to the mix.
In this upcoming movie, Sam Wilson has to dig deep in order to find the true culprits behind an international incident and stop a global ploy that threatens millions of lives. Fans are interested to see how Wilson embraces his new title and whether he will be able to match Chris Evans' legacy.
Where to watch: This upcoming movie will be released in the theatres on February 14, 2025.
2) Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (February 2025)
Even since the release of the first installment in the Bridget Jones film series, the audience has become invested in the story of Renée Zellweger's Bridget. As a protagonist, Bridget is as flawed as they come but that is what makes her relatable and realistic.
This upcoming movie by Michael Morris is the fourth installment in the series and witnesses the return of Hugh Grant as Daniel Cleaver, Colin Firth as Mark Darcy, and Emma Thompson as Doctor Rawlings. The story centers around Bridget who is raising two children all on her own after Mark was killed on a mission. Her friends and family help her get her life back together and find love once again.
Fans of the series are looking forward to seeing how being a single mother has changed Bridget's life in the upcoming movie. And since Bridget's love life is never without drama, viewers can look forward to plenty of awkward and hilarious moments once she decides to put herself out there.
Where to watch: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy will be released on Peacock in the United States on February 13, 2025. Internationally, the upcoming movie will hit theatres on February 14, 2025.
3) Karate Kid: Legends (May 2025)
The Karate Kid franchise has garnered international recognition for cleverly combining the thrill of martial arts with inspirational underdog narratives. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, this upcoming installment will bring back Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, who will reprise their roles, Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso, from the previous titles.
24-year-old Ben Wang, who viewers might remember from American Born Chinese (2023) and Chang Can Dunk (2023), will play the lead role. In terms of chronology, it will follow the events of all the original films, the remake and Cobra Kai.
Although not a whole lot has been revealed about the storyline, it is most likely that the upcoming movie will explore mentorship and rivalry themes like its predecessors. Fans of the franchise are eager to welcome a new prodigy as well as watch their favorite characters do what they do best.
Where to watch: Karate Kid: Legends will be released in theatres on May 30, 2025.
4) Avatar: Fire and Ash (December 2025)
James Cameron's Avatar film series has continued to raise audience anticipation with each new installment and this upcoming movie isn't any different. The sequel to Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), Avatar: Fire and Ash will bring back many beloved cast members including Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, and more.
With regards to the plot, the team has yet to divulge details but rumors have hinted that the narrative will present more challenges for the Sullys. Fans are hopeful that the upcoming movie will introduce more interesting cultures, characters, and creatures in order to continue the momentum of rich storytelling.
As Avatar's main draw is VFX, it is expected that the upcoming movie will push boundaries and explore creative ways to present scenes that allow viewers to become even more invested in the epic journey that the characters are on.
Where to watch: Avatar: Fire and Ash is scheduled for theatrical release on December 19, 2025.
5) The Princess Diaries 3 (TBA)
42-year-old Anne Hathaway has featured in many notable movies so far but her first breakthrough came in the form of The Princess Diaries (2001) wherein she played the shy but charming Mia Thermopolis.
Fans of The Princess Diaries and its sequel The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004) were understandably elated when news came in about a third movie in the works. Adele Lim, who wrote the screenplay for Crazy Rich Asians (2018), has taken charge as the director. It has also been confirmed that Hathaway will be reprising her role.
According to reports, Flora Greeson is writing the script for the upcoming movie. So far, it is unclear whether it will follow a story from one of Meg Cabot's works because, unlike The Princess Diaries, The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement was not based on any existing book. Fans are hoping to see a more mature version of Mia's life as a royal but only time will tell which direction it will take.
Where to watch: The official release date has not been announced yet.
Viewers are eagerly awaiting the release of these upcoming movies because they will bring back beloved characters who are fun to watch on the big screen.
