Here Are the Top 15 Most-Popular Movies on IMDb This Week, with ‘People We Meet on Vacation’ on Top

Right now, a lot of exciting movies are coming out – everything from highly anticipated sequels to movies based on popular books. People are really drawn to films that have both big stars and great stories, and we’re seeing that reflected in online searches and social media buzz. These upcoming films cover a wide range of genres, including historical dramas, scary thrillers, and epic science fiction adventures. As their release dates get closer, these movies are what everyone is talking about.

‘The Tank’ (2025)

This German film, directed by Dennis Gansel, centers on a Tiger tank crew sent on a dangerous mission during the war. They have to cross heavily guarded territory to find a missing officer, Paul von Hardenburg, who is trapped in a secret bunker. The movie shows the brutal physical and mental toll the mission takes on the crew as they operate deep within enemy lines, blending historical detail with thrilling military action to depict the harsh realities of tank warfare.

‘Hamnet’ (2025)

‘Hamnet,’ starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, is a historical drama inspired by Maggie O’Farrell’s popular novel. The film tells the story of Agnes, William Shakespeare’s wife, and the deep sorrow she experiences after the death of their son. Set in the late 1500s, it explores the personal tragedy that is believed to have inspired Shakespeare’s famous play. The movie offers a realistic glimpse into the private lives and emotional challenges of these historical figures.

‘Tron: Ares’ (2025)

Jared Leto leads the latest ‘Tron’ movie, which continues the story of the digital world called the Grid. The film focuses on Ares, a powerful program who travels from the digital world to the real world on an important task. It’s the first major installment in the series since ‘Tron: Legacy’ came out in 2010. The movie uses cutting-edge visual effects to build on the bright, futuristic look and detailed backstory of the previous films.

‘Greenland 2: Migration’ (2026)

Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin are back in ‘Greenland 2: Migration,’ the follow-up to the 2020 disaster hit. Having survived a devastating comet impact, the Garrity family is forced to venture out of their secure bunker in Greenland and make a dangerous journey across a frozen Europe. They’re searching for a new place to live in a world where everything has fallen apart. The movie highlights what it takes to survive and stay strong in a brutal, post-apocalyptic setting.

‘Sinners’ (2025)

‘Sinners’ is a new supernatural horror film starring Michael B. Jordan and directed by Ryan Coogler. The story takes place in the Jim Crow South and centers on twin brothers who return home seeking a fresh start, but instead find themselves facing a powerful evil. This project marks the first time Coogler and Jordan have worked together on a horror film since their previous hits, and it delves into the impact of past trauma and the strength of community, all within a thrilling, fantastical setting.

‘Predator: Badlands’ (2025)

‘Predator: Badlands’ stars Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi in a new story within the ‘Predator’ science fiction series. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the film takes place in the future and continues the franchise’s tradition of humans being hunted by alien predators. This installment introduces fresh settings and technology while building on the survival-focused story and positive reception of the last ‘Predator’ movie.

‘Bugonia’ (2025)

Emma Stone leads the cast of ‘Bugonia’, a new take on the popular South Korean film ‘Save the Green Planet!’. The movie, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, centers around two people who believe in conspiracy theories and decide to kidnap a pharmaceutical executive, convinced he’s an alien orchestrating an invasion of Earth. It’s a darkly funny and suspenseful story where it becomes hard to tell what’s real and what’s not.

‘Primate’ (2025)

‘Primate’ is a scary psychological thriller that explores what happens when scientific experiments go wrong. The story follows researchers studying primate behavior, and things quickly become terrifying as the lines between normal and aggressive behavior blur. The scientists are forced to deal with the dangerous results of their work. The film builds suspense and creates a chilling atmosphere to reveal a disturbing truth about human nature.

‘Nuremberg’ (2025)

‘Nuremberg,’ directed by James Vanderbilt, tells the story of the post-World War II trials of Nazi war criminals. The film stars Russell Crowe, Rami Malek, and Michael Shannon, and focuses on the complex relationship between an Army psychiatrist and the Nazi leaders he’s assigned to assess. It offers an in-depth look at the legal and psychological challenges of this landmark trial.

‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ (2025)

Rian Johnson is back with the third ‘Knives Out’ movie, starring Daniel Craig as the detective Benoit Blanc. The film boasts a stellar cast, including Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, and Andrew Scott, and presents a brand new mystery to solve. While the specifics of the crime are still secret, the story, like its predecessors, centers around a group of unusual suspects in a single location. This latest installment continues to offer a fresh and unexpected take on the classic murder mystery.

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ (2025)

I was completely blown away by James Cameron’s return to Pandora! It’s incredible to see a whole new Na’vi tribe, the “Ash People,” who’ve adapted to life around volcanoes – they’re a lot more fierce than the tribes we’ve met before, which was a fascinating change. It was so good to see Sigourney Weaver and Sam Worthington back, and the story really dives deeper into the ongoing battle between humans and the Na’vi. And the visuals! Cameron’s use of performance capture is just mind-blowing – it really brings Pandora’s amazing and varied landscapes to life like never before.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Leonardo DiCaprio leads ‘One Battle After Another,’ a powerful war film that follows a soldier’s journey through years of fighting. The movie shows the lasting physical and emotional effects of constant combat on one man, with Chase Infiniti in a supporting role. It’s a raw and realistic look at the historical events that have shaped today’s military, and explores the psychological impact and trauma of war on the main character.

‘Marty Supreme’ (2025)

Timothée Chalamet stars in ‘Marty Supreme’ as a competitive ping pong player, based on the real-life story of table tennis legend Marty Reisman. Directed by Josh Safdie, the film takes viewers back to the height of American table tennis in the mid-20th century, showing the intense competition and unique culture surrounding the sport. The movie, which also features Gwyneth Paltrow and Tyler, the Creator, represents a new direction for Chalamet, moving into biographical dramas.

‘The Housemaid’ (2025)

‘The Housemaid’ is a suspenseful thriller starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, adapted from Freida McFadden’s popular novel. The story centers on a young woman with a difficult history who becomes a housekeeper for a rich and mysterious family. She quickly realizes the family is hiding sinister secrets that put her life and mental state in danger. The film explores themes of social class, lies, and the hidden darkness within a wealthy home.

‘People We Meet on Vacation’ (2026)

Inspired by Emily Henry’s bestselling novel, ‘People We Meet on Vacation’ features Emily Bader and Tom Blyth. The story centers around two best friends who are very different but share a tradition of taking a yearly summer trip. After a disagreement two years ago, they decide on one last vacation together, hoping to fix their broken friendship and maybe even explore a possible romance. This charming romantic comedy looks at how friendships change over the years and whether old friends can find love with each other.

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2026-01-18 18:49