Holiday Movie Guide: 'Zootopia 2', 'Wicked: For Good', and More Must-See Films (2025)

Get ready, movie lovers! The holiday season is about to explode with a dazzling array of new films, promising everything from magical musicals to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. Let's dive into some of the most anticipated releases, offering you a sneak peek at what's coming to a theater near you!

  • 'Jay Kelly' (Releasing November 14th): A star-studded dramedy featuring George Clooney as a famous actor, alongside Laura Dern as his publicist and Adam Sandler as his manager. This film promises a meta-narrative, reflecting on the world of fame and the relationships that come with it.

  • 'Now You See Me: Now You Don’t' (Releasing November 14th): Prepare for a thrilling ride with a trio of illusionists, played by Justice Smith, Ariana Greenblatt, and Dominic Sessa, recruited by Dave Franco's character for a daring diamond heist. Expect mind-bending magic and high-stakes action.

  • 'The Running Man' (Releasing November 14th): Edgar Wright takes on Stephen King's dystopian classic. Glen Powell stars as a desperate father who enters a deadly game show for a chance to win a fortune. But here's where it gets controversial... Will he survive?

  • 'Rental Family' (Releasing November 21st): Brendan Fraser plays an American actor who gets hired to play roles in people's lives, including a journalist interviewing a Japanese film legend. This film explores the blurred lines between reality and performance.

  • 'Sisu: Road to Revenge' (Releasing November 21st): A sequel to the action thriller, with Jorma Tommila reprising his role as a relentless ex-soldier seeking revenge. Expect intense action and a gripping storyline.

  • 'Wicked: For Good' (Releasing November 21st): The second part of Jon M. Chu's musical adaptation features Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as Elphaba and Glinda, respectively. They must work together to save Oz.

  • 'Eternity' (Releasing November 26th): A fantasy romantic comedy where Miles Teller's character arrives in the afterlife, waiting for his wife, played by Elizabeth Olsen, to decide where to spend eternity.

  • 'Hamnet' (Releasing November 26th): Chloé Zhao's family drama focuses on William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes, navigating domestic issues and a heartbreaking tragedy.

  • 'The Plague' (Releasing November 26th): A coming-of-age psychological thriller starring Joel Edgerton as a coach at a water polo summer camp, where the youngsters turn on each other, leading to a violent outburst.

  • 'Zootopia 2' (Releasing November 26th): The Disney animated sequel reunites Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as partners in the police force, investigating a mysterious snake.

  • 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' (Releasing December 5th): The horror sequel continues the story of Vanessa and Mike as they face the murderous animatronic animals of Freddy Fazbear's Pizza.

  • 'Ella McCay' (Releasing December 12th): A political dramedy where Emma Mackey's character, named governor of her home state, receives advice from her Aunt Helen, played by Jamie Lee Curtis.

  • 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' (Releasing December 19th): James Cameron's sci-fi adventure introduces a new antagonist, Varang, the fierce leader of the Ash People.

  • 'The Housemaid' (Releasing December 19th): A psychological thriller based on the Freida McFadden novel, starring Sydney Sweeney as a housemaid for a wealthy wife. And this is the part most people miss... It's a dream gig that turns into a nightmare.

  • 'Is This Thing On?' (Releasing December 19th): A dramedy featuring Will Arnett as a middle-aged dad who finds a new hobby when he signs up for an open mic comedy night.

  • 'The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants' (Releasing December 19th): The animated comedy adventure follows SpongeBob on a quest where he encounters the villainous Flying Dutchman.

  • 'Anaconda' (Releasing December 25th): A horror comedy starring Jack Black and Paul Rudd as best friends on a mission to find a gigantic snake for a remake of their favorite movie.

  • 'Song Sung Blue' (Releasing December 25th): A musical drama based on a true story, following a Vietnam vet who forms a Neil Diamond tribute band with another struggling musician.

  • 'The Testament of Ann Lee' (Releasing December 25th): A historical musical drama starring Amanda Seyfried as Ann Lee, the leader of the Shakers religious movement.

So, what films are you most excited to see? Are there any that you think will be instant classics? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Holiday Movie Guide: 'Zootopia 2', 'Wicked: For Good', and More Must-See Films (2025)

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