The Most Anticipated Movies of November 2025

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November is a huge month for movies, with releases from famous directors, continuations of popular series, and films based on beloved books. There’s a major new movie coming out almost every week, including a new film from Guillermo del Toro and sequels designed for holiday moviegoers. Here’s a guide to the biggest releases, including when they’re coming out, who made them, and who stars in them – so you can start planning your trips to the cinema now.

‘Frankenstein’ (2025)

Guillermo del Toro is directing a new movie based on Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, scheduled for release in November 2025. Starring Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Oscar Isaac, the film tells the story of Victor Frankenstein and the creature he brings to life. Del Toro has said he envisions the movie as a grand, tragic story focusing on the characters themselves. While details about the plot are still being kept secret, this project is something the director has been wanting to make for a long time.

‘Bugonia’ (2025)

Yorgos Lanthimos’s new thriller, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, arrives in theaters November 7, 2025. The film follows a powerful CEO who is kidnapped by a group believing she’s an alien intent on destroying Earth. This marks another collaboration between Stone and Lanthimos, following their work on ‘Poor Things’ and ‘Kinds of Kindness.’ Audiences can anticipate a suspenseful and gripping story, showcasing Lanthimos’s distinctive style of building tension and creating memorable characters.

‘Die My Love’ (2025)

Lynne Ramsay’s newest film, her first since 2017, will be in theaters November 7, 2025. Starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, the movie tells the story of a woman who moves with her husband to his hometown, and how the challenges of becoming a new mother lead to a personal crisis. The film also features LaKeith Stanfield, Sissy Spacek, and Nick Nolte. Based on a highly praised story, it’s a visually striking and deeply emotional exploration of mental health, who we are, and feeling alone.

‘Predator: Badlands’ (2025)

The next ‘Predator’ movie, directed by Dan Trachtenberg and starring Elle Fanning, will be in theaters November 7, 2025. Following the success of 2022’s ‘Prey,’ this new installment promises a thrilling survival story in a new location, with Fanning taking the lead. Disney moved the film’s release date after rescheduling another project.

‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ (2025)

The third film in the series, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Morgan Freeman, will hit theaters on November 14, 2025. While the story is still a secret, expect more of what fans love – clever heists, impressive illusions, and exciting chases around the world – all directed by Ruben Fleischer. The cast also includes new faces like Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, and Rosamund Pike. Lionsgate hopes the film will perform well in mid-November, a time known for popular, crowd-pleasing movies.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

Edgar Wright’s new movie, based on the Stephen King novel, will be in theaters on November 14, 2025. The film stars Glen Powell, Katy O’Brian, and Karl Glusman, and aims to be a more accurate adaptation of the book compared to the 1987 film. Set in a bleak future, the story centers on a dangerous game show where participants must battle to stay alive. Wright’s version will highlight the book’s sharp social commentary and fast-paced action.

‘Wicked: For Good’ (2025)

The final part of the movie adaptation arrives in theaters on November 21, 2025. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande reprise their roles as Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, and the film also stars Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, and Keala Settle. Producer Marc Platt explained that dividing the story into two parts allowed them to include the entire musical soundtrack. This second film concludes the story, connecting the familiar world of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ with the origins of the Wicked Witch.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

The highly anticipated Disney sequel will hit theaters on November 26, 2025, just in time for the holidays. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are back, investigating a new case involving a troublesome reptile that causes widespread disruption in the city. Jared Bush and Byron Howard are directing again, and Jason Bateman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Ke Huy Quan, and Fortune Feimster return to voice the characters. The investigation will send the pair on an undercover mission, adding new layers to the story and deepening the world of the franchise.

What are you lining up to see first—drop your picks and why in the comments!

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2025-10-28 20:45