Grab your popcorn and get ready for an exciting year of movies! This year's film lineup is filled with sequels, animated classics, and original stories, and there’s something for every movie fan to enjoy. The big screen is set to deliver some jaw-dropping moments. This is where your favorite characters return, new heroes emerge, and fantasies come to life. In 2024, you can enjoy action-packed adventures, heartwarming animations, and riveting dramas—all you could want.

Here’s a guide to the biggest blockbusters heading your way this year. Get ready to mark your calendars as we explore what makes these movies the most buzz-worthy releases to look forward to.

1. Deadpool & Wolverine

First up is the highly awaited collaboration between two iconic characters, Deadpool and Wolverine. Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman team up for the first time in Marvel's highly anticipated Deadpool 3 installment. Fans are ecstatic to see the mischief-loving Deadpool interact with the gruff and powerful Wolverine as they face off with time-traveling hurdles and threats. Filled with dark humor, intense action sequences, and likely jaw-dropping surprises, this promises to bring Marvel fans into hysterics while further cementing Deadpool’s link to the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe.

2. Inside Out 2

After nearly a decade of waiting, Pixar fans are rejoicing over the return of the emotional headquarters in Inside Out 2. This beloved animated sequel will dive back into Riley’s mind as she grows into her teenage years, exploring new emotions, challenges, and humor along the way. Building on the original’s creative premise, this film promises more laughs, a heartfelt exploration of adolescence, and a few new feelings to meet. Anyone who grew up watching Inside Out will find this a nostalgic and refreshing treat.

3. Wicked (Part 1)

Wicked is finally making its cinematic debut, split into two parts. This Broadway adaptation will dive into the backstory of two witches from the Land of Oz, Elphaba and Glinda, long before Dorothy dropped her house there. Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the film will bring soaring musical numbers, spellbinding visuals, and the emotional complexity of one of Broadway’s most popular tales. Many of us still have doubts about Ariana Grande's performance, but who knows! I might need to eat our words.

4. Moana 2

Disney continues to make waves with the release of the long-awaited Moana 2. This sequel will set sail with Moana and Maui returning to the farthest seas of Oceania. Featuring more adventure-filled exploration, Polynesian folklore, and heartwarming humor, fans of the 2016 original can expect an uplifting continuation of one of Disney’s most beloved modern tales. Add in unforgettable music, and it’s safe to say Disney fans will flock to theaters.

5. Dune: Part Two

The war for Arrakis rages on in Dune: Part Two, picking up where the 2021 hit left off. This sci-fi epic will follow the struggles of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) after his family’s betrayal and loss, as he seeks vengeance and navigates a world of revolt, dangerous alliances, and sandworms. It has a stellar ensemble cast including Zendaya, Florence Pugh, and Austin Butler. There's no way this won't be a beautiful, intense, and thought-provoking continuation of Denis Villeneuve’s sweeping saga.

6. Kung Fu Panda 4

The lovable kung fu master Po is back, and this time, he’s preparing for a major role shift. Kung Fu Panda 4 sees Po training to take over as the spiritual leader of his village, only to have his plans disrupted by a shape-shifting villain named The Chameleon. Combining hilarious antics, heartfelt moments, and exciting martial arts sequences, this family-friendly favorite shows no signs of slowing down.

7. Gladiator II

Two decades after the original film earned critical acclaim and Oscars galore, director Ridley Scott returns with Gladiator II. This sequel will follow Lucius, the grown nephew of the original movie’s emperor Commodus. Expect dramatic battles, breathtaking cinematography, and emotionally charged storytelling as Scott aims to recapture the epic artistry of the first film. Fans of historical dramas and grand cinematic experiences should not miss it.

8. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

Set in the same world as J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth, this animated prequel will explore the story behind Helm’s Deep, the infamous fortress featured in The Two Towers. The War of the Rohirrim promises to bring tales of valor and magic to life, with a heavy dose of nostalgia for fans of the classic Lord of the Rings trilogy. This is one of the ones I'm most excited about, and I'm hoping it isn't a bust.

9. Venom 3

The symbiote saga continues in Venom 3, as Tom Hardy reprises his role as Eddie Brock/Venom. The franchise has a mix of dark thrills, humor, and intense monster fights so that this next installment will dig further into Eddie’s relationship with his alien counterpart. There's gonna be new enemies and plenty of chaotic good vibes from Venom’s signature antihero charm. Maybe there will also be a twist or two?

10. Beetlejuice 2

It’s showtime… again! Beetlejuice 2 will bring back Michael Keaton as the mischievous ghost alongside returning cast members like Winona Ryder. Directed by Tim Burton, the sequel says it'll have thrilling misadventures for Lydia’s family as they encounter Beetlejuice’s ghostly chaos. Mixing nostalgia with quirky humor and Burton’s unique visual style, this might be the same creepy ride we got with the 1988 cult classic.

11. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire

Two monster legends are teaming up in Godzilla x Kong, a thrilling chapter in the MonsterVerse. The iconic titans are supposed to set aside their rivalry to face an even greater threat. Will there be mass-scale destruction? Probably. It also seems like there will be a high-stakes story that pushes the franchise forward. That's something the series needs, and this could be it.

12. A Quiet Place: Day One

Who else misses A Quiet Place? You too? Guess you'll also be excited about A Quiet Place: Day One. This prequel says it'll offer a terrifying look at how the alien invasion first unfolded. Starring Lupita Nyong’o, it will blend intense survival moments with a fresh perspective on the apocalyptic nightmare. We want the same nail-biting suspense and eerie atmosphere that was in the first one.

13. Madame Web

Sony’s Spider-Verse expands again with Madame Web. Played by Dakota Johnson, Madame Web is a clairvoyant with ties to Spider-Man. Spidey has to deal with him as she tries to unravel a web of mystery and danger. The film explores new connections in the Marvel universe, has a powerhouse cast including Sydney Sweeney, and promises superhero fans another reason to hit the theaters.

14. Paddington in Peru

The world’s most lovable bear is back for another delightful adventure in Paddington in Peru. This time, Paddington returns to his homeland, Peru, for a thrilling and heartfelt mission. Expect the blend of humor, kindness, and whimsy that made the first two Paddington films international treasures.

15. Smile 2

Horror fans, brace yourselves! Smile 2 picks up after the unsettling success of its predecessor. With creepy smiles, haunting scares, and a psychological twist, it explores a new chapter in the world of this spine-chilling franchise. If you like horror films that linger long after the credits roll, this one’s for you.