The 20 Big Movies Releasing on IMAX In 2026 (Marvel, DC, Star Wars & More)

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IMAX recently announced the full list of 20 films planned for its premium format in 2026. IMAX’s advanced camera, theater, and projection technology has become a standard for big-budget movies. Earning the IMAX label is a significant achievement, reserved for only the highest-quality blockbusters. While many IMAX releases are major franchises like Marvel, DC, and Star Wars, the format also showcases a variety of other films.

IMAX recently shared its upcoming movie lineup with shareholders, revealing 20 films planned for release over the next year. The schedule includes highly anticipated titles like The Odyssey, Super Mario Movie 2, and Avengers: Doomsday.

Ten of the recently released movies were filmed directly for IMAX theaters, while the rest were either adapted for the format or are animated and didn’t need special IMAX cameras.

See below for the complete 2026 IMAX slate:

Every 2026 Movie on the IMAX Upcoming Slate

Mercy

The year in IMAX will begin with Mercy, a new sci-fi film starring Chris Pratt. Pratt plays Chris Raven, a detective in the future, who finds himself on trial facing an incredibly advanced artificial intelligence judge, played by Rebecca Ferguson of the Mission: Impossible films. Mercy is scheduled to be released in theaters on January 23, 2026.

The Bride

Maggie Gyllenhaal’s film, The Bride, will be released in IMAX on March 6, 2026. It’s a new take on the classic story of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. The movie centers around a 1930s version of Dr. Frankenstein’s monster (played by Christian Bale) who requests a companion (Jessie Buckley). When his wish is granted, the couple finds themselves facing legal troubles.

Project Hail Mary

Amazon MGM Studios will release the highly anticipated film, Project Hail Mary, on March 20, 2026. Starring Ryan Gosling, the movie is based on the popular novel of the same name and tells the story of astronaut Ryland Grace, who undertakes a dangerous space mission to save Earth.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Get ready for more Mario adventures! The next movie, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, will continue the story from the first film, taking Mario and friends on an exciting journey into outer space. Fans can expect it in theaters on April 3, 2026.

Michael

The story of pop icon Michael Jackson will be told in the new movie Michael, set to release on April 24, 2026. The film, a musical biography, stars Jafaar Jackson – Michael’s nephew – and covers the singer’s life from his childhood all the way through his passing in 2009.

Mortal Kombat 2

In 2026, IMAX will release a second movie based on a video game: Mortal Kombat 2 from Warner Bros. This R-rated sequel to the popular fighting game series will center around Johnny Cage (played by Karl Urban), a humorous actor chosen to fight for Earth in a deadly, interdimensional tournament. Mortal Kombat 2 is scheduled to hit theaters on May 8, 2026.

The Mandalorian & Grogu

Star Wars is coming back to movie theaters in 2026 with a new film featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu. Starring Pedro Pascal as Din Djarin, the movie—scheduled for release on May 22, 2026—will follow the pair as they get involved in a large-scale heist, making the leap from the Disney+ streaming service to the big screen.

Toy Story 5

Okay, folks, get ready – Woody, Buzz, and the whole gang are returning to the big screen in Toy Story 5! Pixar’s newest installment, due out June 19, 2026, finds our favorite toys facing a challenge they haven’t seen before: kids are more interested in phones and tablets than playing with them. It’s a clever premise, and I’m already curious to see how they navigate this new world.

Supergirl

Following the launch of the DC Universe with Superman in 2025, Supergirl will continue the story in 2026. The new film, starring Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, Superman’s Kryptonian cousin, follows her on a dangerous, self-destructive journey through space as she seeks revenge. Supergirl is scheduled to be released on June 26, 2026.

Minions 3

Illumination will release its second IMAX movie of 2026, Minions 3, in theaters on July 1, 2026. The film continues the popular Minions and Despicable Me series, following the adventures of the lovable, babbling, and overall-clad animated creatures.

Moana

Get ready for a live-action version of Moana! The beloved story will return to theaters on July 10, 2026, as a complete remake of the original 2016 animated film. So far, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is the only actor confirmed to reprise his role.

The Odyssey

Okay, folks, get ready! Whenever Christopher Nolan has a new film coming out, it’s a big deal for IMAX, and 2026 is looking massive. He’s tackling Homer’s The Odyssey, and it’s going to be epic. We’re talking a star-studded cast with Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Jon Bernthal, all following Odysseus’ incredible, and seriously dangerous, trip home after the Trojan War. This adaptation promises to be a visual and narrative spectacle, and I, for one, am already counting down the days.

Flowervale Street

Warner Bros. has announced a new IMAX release for 2026: the sci-fi thriller Flowervale Street. Directed by David Robert Mitchell and starring Anne Hathaway, Ewan McGregor, Maisy Stella, and Christian Convery, the film follows a family as they discover strange events unfolding in their neighborhood. Flowervale Street is scheduled to hit theaters on August 14, 2026.

Untitled Innarritu/Tom Cruise Movie

Tom Cruise is known for his roles in ‘Mission: Impossible’ and ‘Top Gun,’ but he’s set to star in a different film in 2026. Currently without a title, the movie will be directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, who also directed ‘The Revenant.’ It’s described as a darkly humorous story made for the big screen, and is scheduled to be released on October 2, 2026.

Resident Evil

A new movie based on the popular video game series Resident Evil is coming to IMAX theaters worldwide on September 18, 2026. Directed by Zach Cregger, the film takes place in the Resident Evil universe but features a brand new story. It follows a medical courier named Austin Abrams who encounters a zombie outbreak while making his deliveries.

Street Fighter

The year will end with the release of the Street Fighter movie. Based on Capcom’s popular video game series, the film follows a group of fighters from across the globe as they battle each other in the World Warriors Tournament. Street Fighter hits theaters on October 16, 2026.

Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping

The new movie, Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, starring Joseph Zada, McKenna Grace, and Ben Wang, will return audiences to the world created by Suzanne Collins’ Hunger Games on November 20, 2026. This prequel focuses on a young Haymitch Abernathy (originally played by Woody Harrelson) and his journey to win the Hunger Games.

Narnia

Director Greta Gerwig, known for hits like Barbie, Little Women, and Lady Bird, will next be tackling The Chronicles of Narnia for Netflix. The film, simply titled Narnia, is planned for release in theaters and on Netflix on November 26, 2026, making it one of the few Netflix movies to receive a theatrical debut.

Avengers: Doomsday

Marvel Studios has announced that Avengers: Doomsday will be its only IMAX release in 2026, scheduled for December 18th. This new installment in the popular Avengers series will feature Earth’s heroes teaming up with other superhero groups to battle the formidable Doctor Doom, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr.

Dune: Part Three

The highly anticipated third film in the Dune series, Dune: Part Three, will arrive in theaters on December 18, 2026. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the movie continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s novels and will cover the events of Dune Messiah, taking place after Timothée Chalamet’s character, Paul Atreides, becomes Emperor.

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