The Globe Reporter lists confirmed theatrical film releases for US and UK cinemas across 2026. US and UK release dates are listed separately where they differ. All dates are sourced from official studio announcements and confirmed distributor schedules. This page is updated at the start of every month.
June 2026 — Now in Cinemas
Masters of the Universe
- US release: 5 June 2026
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: Amazon MGM Studios
- Director: Travis Knight
- Cast: Nicholas Galitzine, Alison Brie, Camila Mendes
- Genre: Action / Fantasy
Live-action adaptation of the He-Man franchise. Amazon MGM’s largest theatrical release of summer 2026. Directed by Travis Knight, whose previous credits include Kubo and the Two Strings and Bumblebee.
Scary Movie (2026)
- US release: 5 June 2026
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: Paramount Pictures
- Director: Michael Tiddes
- Cast: Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Dave Sheridan
- Genre: Horror Comedy
Revival of the long-running parody franchise with original cast members returning. Paramount’s summer comedy entry for 2026.
Jackass: Best and Last
- US release: 26 June 2026
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: Paramount Pictures
- Genre: Comedy / Documentary
Billed by the production as the final entry in the Jackass franchise. Nationwide theatrical release confirmed by Paramount Pictures.
July 2026
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
- US release: July 2026 — exact date TBC
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: Sony Pictures / Marvel Studios
- Genre: Superhero / Action
The next theatrical chapter in Sony’s Spider-Man film series. One of the most anticipated studio releases of summer 2026. Full cast and director details to be confirmed by Sony Pictures.
Minions & Monsters
- US release: 1 July 2026
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: Universal Pictures / Illumination
- Director: Pierre Coffin
- Genre: Animation / Family
Crossover event bringing together the Minions franchise and the Universal Classic Monsters catalogue. Illumination’s summer 2026 theatrical release.
Evil Dead Burn
- US release: July 2026 — exact date TBC
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: Sony Pictures
- Genre: Horror
Standalone entry in the Evil Dead franchise. Full production details to be confirmed by Sony Pictures.
August 2026
Untitled David Robert Mitchell Film
- US release: 14 August 2026
- UK release: TBC
- Studio: A24
- Director: David Robert Mitchell (It Follows, Under the Silver Lake)
- Cast: Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor, Maisy Stella
- Genre: TBC
One of the most anticipated A24 theatrical releases of 2026. David Robert Mitchell’s first feature since Under the Silver Lake (2018). Title and full synopsis have not yet been released by A24.
How This Page Works
- US and UK cinema release dates frequently differ by one to four weeks
- Films marked “UK release: TBC” do not yet have a confirmed UK distributor date — these are updated as official announcements are made
- Booking links are added once tickets go on sale
- This page is updated at the start of every month with new confirmed dates and any changes to previously announced schedules
- Films that move to streaming without a theatrical release are removed from this page
FAQs
When is Spider-Man: Brand New Day released?
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is scheduled for theatrical release in July 2026 in the US. A confirmed UK release date has not yet been announced by Sony Pictures. This page is updated monthly as new dates are confirmed.
What are the biggest films coming out in summer 2026?
The most anticipated theatrical releases of summer 2026 include Spider-Man: Brand New Day in July, Masters of the Universe on 5 June, Minions & Monsters on 1 July, and the untitled A24 film directed by David Robert Mitchell on 14 August.
Why do US and UK release dates differ?
Studios stagger release dates by territory for distribution and marketing reasons. Major US releases typically open in the UK one to four weeks after the US date, though some films release simultaneously across both markets.
How often is this page updated?
This page is updated at the start of every month with newly confirmed release dates and any changes to previously announced dates. Booking links are added for each title as tickets go on sale.
Where can US audiences book cinema tickets?
Tickets for US theatrical releases can be booked via Fandango once on sale. Booking links are added directly to each film listing on this page when available.