Upcoming IMAX Movies 2026: Full Release Schedule & Calendar
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Track every upcoming IMAX movie release in 2026 with the complete IMAX release calendar, including blockbuster theatrical premieres, Filmed for IMAX releases, IMAX 70mm presentations, anniversary re-releases, anime screenings, and premium large-format experiences throughout the year.
The 2026 IMAX movie lineup features some of the biggest theatrical releases of the year, including Dune: Part Three, Supergirl, The Odyssey, Mortal Kombat II, Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Toy Story 5, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, and more major studio releases coming to IMAX theaters worldwide.
This continuously updated IMAX movie schedule includes monthly release dates, newly announced theatrical premieres, format upgrades, release changes, and confirmed movies shot or filmed for IMAX from studios including Warner Bros., Disney, Universal Pictures, Paramount, Sony Pictures, Lionsgate, and more.
Upcoming IMAX Movies 2026 Release Schedule
Release Date | Movie | Studio | Genre | IMAX Format |
May 3, 2026 | Apple TV+ | Sports / Live Event | Live IMAX Experience | |
May 8, 2026 | Warner Bros. | Action / Fantasy | Filmed for IMAX | |
May 13, 2026 | Paramount Pictures | Action / Drama | Filmed for IMAX | |
May 13, 2026 | Paramount Pictures | Action / Classic | IMAX Re-Release | |
May 19, 2026 | Studio Ghibli | Animation / Fantasy | 4K IMAX Presentation | |
May 22, 2026 | Lucasfilm / Disney | Sci-Fi / Adventure | Filmed for IMAX | |
Jun 12, 2026 | Studio TBD | Thriller / Drama | IMAX Presentation | |
Jun 19, 2026 | Pixar / Disney | Animation / Family | IMAX Presentation | |
Jun 26, 2026 | DC Studios / Warner Bros. | Superhero / Sci-Fi | Filmed for IMAX | |
Jul 1, 2026 | Universal Pictures / Illumination | Animation / Comedy | IMAX Presentation | |
Jul 10, 2026 | Disney | Adventure / Family | IMAX Presentation | |
Jul 17, 2026 | Universal Pictures | Epic / Adventure | Shot Entirely With IMAX Film Cameras | |
Aug 14, 2026 | Studio TBD | Horror / Thriller | Filmed for IMAX | |
Aug 28, 2026 | 20th Century Studios | Sci-Fi / Drama | IMAX Presentation | |
Sept 18, 2026 | Sony Pictures | Horror / Action | Filmed for IMAX | |
Oct 2, 2026 | Warner Bros. | Action / Thriller | IMAX Presentation | |
Oct 16, 2026 | Legendary / Sony Pictures | Action / Martial Arts | Filmed for IMAX | |
Nov 6, 2026 | Toho | Monster / Sci-Fi | Filmed for IMAX | |
Nov 20, 2026 | Lionsgate | Action / Sci-Fi | IMAX Presentation | |
Dec 18, 2026 | Warner Bros. / Legendary | Sci-Fi / Epic | Filmed for IMAX |
IMAX Movies Releasing May 2026
May 2026 delivers one of the biggest months of the year for IMAX releases, featuring blockbuster theatrical premieres and premium large-format experiences, including Mortal Kombat II, Top Gun: Maverick, Top Gun: 40th Anniversary, The Secret World of Arrietty 4K IMAX, and Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu arriving in theaters worldwide.
F1® on Apple TV Live in IMAX: Miami Race (May 3, 2026)
Genre: Sports, Live Event
Broadcaster: Apple TV
Runtime: 2HR 30MIN
Rating: Unrated
Format: Live IMAX Experience
Release: Limited Theatres
Formula 1 heads to IMAX screens with F1® on Apple TV Live in IMAX: Miami Race, a special live theatrical event bringing the high-speed action of the Miami International Autodrome to premium large-format theaters. Featuring the iconic 3.36-mile Miami circuit surrounded by palm trees and a man-made marina, the event allows racing fans to experience every lap on IMAX’s massive screens with immersive precision surround sound audio.
The live event includes exclusive pre-show coverage before the drivers take to the track, delivering a stadium-like theatrical atmosphere designed specifically for Formula 1 fans. Combining live sports broadcasting with the scale and sound of IMAX presentation, the Miami Race event becomes one of the most unique theatrical experiences arriving in May 2026.
Mortal Kombat II (May 8, 2026)
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Martial Arts
Director: Simon McQuoid
Cast: Karl Urban
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Rating: R
Runtime: 1HR 46MIN
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters
Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema return to the arena with Mortal Kombat II, the next brutal chapter in the blockbuster video game franchise. Directed by Simon McQuoid, the sequel raises the stakes as Earthrealm’s champions prepare for an all-out battle against the dark forces of Shao Kahn in a fight that threatens the survival of humanity itself.
The film introduces fan-favorite fighter Johnny Cage, played by Karl Urban, alongside returning warriors in a larger, bloodier, and more action-packed tournament filled with intense martial arts combat and supernatural powers. Filmed for IMAX, the movie is designed for premium large-format viewing with massive fight sequences, enhanced visuals, and immersive sound built specifically for theatrical audiences.
With its R-rated violence, iconic characters, and high-energy action, Mortal Kombat II is positioned as one of the biggest IMAX video game movie releases of 2026.
Top Gun: Maverick (May 13, 2026)
Genre: Action, Drama
Director: Joseph Kosinski
Cast: Tom Cruise, Miles Teller
Studio: Paramount Pictures
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 2HR 11MIN
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Back in IMAX — One Week Only
Paramount Pictures brings Top Gun: Maverick back to IMAX theaters for a special one-week-only theatrical return in May 2026. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the blockbuster action sequel stars Tom Cruise as legendary Navy pilot Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, who returns to train a new generation of elite aviators for one of the most dangerous missions ever attempted.
As Maverick confronts the ghosts of his past, he finds himself mentoring Lt. Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw, played by Miles Teller, the son of Maverick’s late best friend Goose. Combining emotional storytelling with breathtaking aerial combat sequences, the film became one of the defining theatrical experiences of the decade.
Filmed for IMAX using specially designed cameras and real in-flight cinematography, Top Gun: Maverick delivers an immersive large-format experience with massive visuals, thunderous jet-engine sound design, and high-speed action built specifically for premium theatrical viewing. Its limited IMAX return gives audiences another opportunity to experience one of modern cinema’s biggest blockbuster spectacles on the largest screens possible.
Top Gun: 40th Anniversary (May 13, 2026)
Genre: Action, Drama
Director: Tony Scott
Cast: Tom Cruise
Studio: Paramount Pictures
Rating: PG
Runtime: 1HR 51MIN
Format: IMAX Re-Release
Release: One Week Only — Coming Soon
Paramount Pictures celebrates four decades of Top Gun with a special 40th anniversary IMAX theatrical re-release arriving for one week only in May 2026. Directed by Tony Scott, the iconic action classic stars Tom Cruise as Lt. Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a fearless Navy pilot determined to become the best fighter aviator at the prestigious Top Gun training school.
Known for its adrenaline-fueled aerial combat, unforgettable soundtrack, and groundbreaking flight cinematography, Top Gun became one of the defining blockbuster movies of the 1980s and helped establish Tom Cruise as a global movie star. The film’s blend of high-speed action, emotional storytelling, and iconic aviation sequences continues to influence action filmmaking decades later.
Returning to theaters in IMAX, the anniversary event gives audiences the chance to experience the legendary fighter jet sequences, powerful sound design, and large-scale visuals on premium giant screens for the first time in years. The limited one-week engagement positions Top Gun: 40th Anniversary as one of the most anticipated classic IMAX re-releases of 2026.
The Secret World of Arrietty 4K IMAX (May 19, 2026)
Genre: Animation, Fantasy, Adventure
Director: Hiromasa Yonebayashi
Studio: Studio Ghibli
Distributor: GKids
Language: Japanese
Subtitles: English
Rating: G
Runtime: 1HR 35MIN
Format: 4K IMAX Presentation
Release: One Day Only — Coming Soon
Studio Ghibli returns to IMAX theaters with a special one-day-only 4K presentation of The Secret World of Arrietty, the beloved animated fantasy directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi. Distributed by GKids, the acclaimed anime film follows Arrietty, a tiny Borrower living beneath the floorboards, whose hidden world changes forever after meeting a human boy named Shawn.
Featuring breathtaking hand-drawn animation, emotional storytelling, and a richly detailed fantasy world, the film has become one of Studio Ghibli’s most celebrated modern classics. The English voice cast includes Bridgit Mendler, David Henrie, Amy Poehler, Will Arnett, Moises Arias, and Carol Burnett.
Presented in 4K IMAX for the first time, The Secret World of Arrietty offers anime fans and moviegoers the opportunity to experience the film’s stunning visuals, detailed environments, and emotional soundtrack on premium large-format screens. The limited theatrical event makes it one of the standout anime IMAX releases of 2026.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (May 22, 2026)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Adventure, Action
Director: Jon Favreau
Cast: Pedro Pascal
Studio: Lucasfilm Ltd.
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 2HR 12MIN
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Lucasfilm Ltd. brings the galaxy back to the big screen with Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, the first theatrical adventure centered on Din Djarin and Grogu following the success of the hit streaming series. Directed by Jon Favreau, the film expands the Star Wars universe with an all-new cinematic story arriving exclusively in theaters in May 2026.
Set after the fall of the Empire, the story follows legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin, played by Pedro Pascal, and his young apprentice Grogu as they embark on their most dangerous mission yet. While the New Republic struggles to maintain order across the galaxy, scattered Imperial warlords continue to threaten the fragile peace left behind after the Rebellion’s victory.
Filmed for IMAX, the movie is designed for premium large-format theatrical presentation with massive galactic landscapes, large-scale action sequences, immersive sound design, and cinematic visuals built specifically for the biggest screens possible. Combining fan-favorite characters with a new Star Wars theatrical story, The Mandalorian and Grogu is positioned as one of the biggest IMAX blockbuster releases of 2026.
IMAX Movies Releasing June 2026
June 2026 continues the summer blockbuster season with major theatrical releases, including Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day, Pixar’s Toy Story 5, and DC Studios’ highly anticipated superhero epic Supergirl, debuting in IMAX theaters.
Disclosure Day (June 12, 2026)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Drama
Director: Steven Spielberg
Cast: Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Colman Domingo
Studio: Universal Pictures
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 2HR 25MIN
Format: IMAX Theatrical Release
Release: Coming Soon
Steven Spielberg returns to large-scale science-fiction storytelling with Disclosure Day, a new original event movie from Universal Pictures arriving in theaters in June 2026. The film explores a world-changing revelation as humanity faces undeniable proof that we are not alone, setting the stage for a global moment that could alter civilization forever.
Led by an acclaimed ensemble cast including Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo, the film blends mystery, suspense, and emotional drama with Spielberg’s signature blockbuster scale and cinematic spectacle.
Positioned as one of the biggest original sci-fi movies of 2026, Disclosure Day promises massive visuals, intense atmosphere, and a global-scale narrative designed for premium theatrical viewing. Its large-format presentation and event-film marketing make it one of the most anticipated IMAX releases of the summer movie season.
Toy Story 5 (June 19, 2026)
Genre: Animation, Family, Adventure
Director: Andrew Stanton
Co-Director: Kenna Harris
Studio: Pixar Animation Studios
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Pixar Animation Studios brings Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and the beloved toy gang back to theaters with Toy Story 5, the next chapter in one of Disney and Pixar’s most iconic animated franchises. Directed by Andrew Stanton and co-directed by Kenna Harris, the film introduces a new challenge for the toys as they face a modern world where technology begins to replace traditional playtime.
This time, the familiar crew must confront an all-new threat as the growing influence of digital entertainment changes the way children interact with toys. Blending emotional storytelling, comedy, and heartfelt adventure, the sequel continues Pixar’s tradition of exploring friendship, change, and growing up through imaginative animated storytelling.
Opening exclusively in theaters in June 2026, Toy Story 5 is expected to become one of the biggest family movie events of the year. With Pixar returning to one of its most successful franchises, the film is already positioned as a major summer blockbuster and a highly anticipated theatrical release for audiences of all ages.
Supergirl (June 26, 2026)
Genre: Superhero, Sci-Fi, Action
Director: Craig Gillespie
Cast: Milly Alcock, Jason Momoa, Matthias Schoenaerts, David Krumholtz
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Writers: Ana Nogueira
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
DC Studios expands its new cinematic universe with Supergirl, the highly anticipated superhero epic starring Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, also known as Supergirl. Directed by Craig Gillespie for Warner Bros. Pictures, the film follows Kara as she embarks on an emotional and dangerous interstellar mission after a ruthless enemy strikes close to home.
Set against a large-scale cosmic backdrop, the story sees Supergirl reluctantly teaming up with an unexpected ally on a journey driven by vengeance, justice, and survival. The cast also includes Jason Momoa, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, and Emily Beecham, with DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran producing the project.
Filmed for IMAX, Supergirl is built for premium large-format theatrical viewing with expansive cosmic visuals, high-intensity action sequences, and immersive sound design designed specifically for giant screens. As one of DC Studios’ biggest theatrical releases of 2026, the movie is positioned to become a major summer blockbuster and one of the year’s most anticipated IMAX superhero experiences.
IMAX Movies Releasing July 2026
July 2026 features some of the biggest IMAX movies of the year, including Illumination’s Minions & Monsters, Disney’s live-action Moana, and Christopher Nolan’s epic The Odyssey, which is shot entirely with IMAX film cameras.
Minions & Monsters (July 1, 2026)
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
Director: Pierre Coffin
Cast: Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch, Trey Parker
Studio: Illumination | Universal Pictures
Composer: John Powell
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Illumination and Universal Pictures expand the Despicable Me universe with Minions & Monsters, the latest animated comedy adventure directed by Pierre Coffin. Serving as the third installment in the Minions prequel series and the seventh film overall in the blockbuster franchise, the movie takes audiences back to 1920s Hollywood as the Minions attempt to create their very own monster movie.
Set decades before the events of Minions (2015), the story follows the chaotic yellow crew as they search for classic movie monsters to cast in their ambitious filmmaking project. Combining slapstick comedy, retro Hollywood inspiration, and supernatural parody elements, the film continues Illumination’s signature mix of family-friendly humor and large-scale animated adventure.
The voice cast includes Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch, Bobby Moynihan, Phil LaMarr, and Trey Parker, with Pierre Coffin once again voicing the Minions.
Premiering at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival before its theatrical release, Minions & Monsters is positioned as one of the biggest animated family movies of summer 2026 and another major theatrical release for Universal Pictures and Illumination.
Moana (July 10, 2026)
Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Director: Thomas Kail
Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia
Studio: Walt Disney Studios
Producers: Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Beau Flynn, Hiram Garcia, Lin-Manuel Miranda
Music By: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foaʻi, Mark Mancina
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Disney brings its beloved animated adventure back to the big screen with Moana, a live-action reimagining of the Oscar-nominated original film. Directed by Emmy and Tony Award winner Thomas Kail, the movie stars Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana alongside Dwayne Johnson, who returns as the legendary demigod Maui.
The story follows Moana as she answers the Ocean’s call and journeys beyond the shores of Motunui on an epic voyage to restore hope and prosperity to her people. Joined by Maui, the adventure takes audiences across dangerous seas, mythical worlds, and breathtaking island landscapes inspired by Polynesian culture and storytelling traditions.
Featuring original music from Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foaʻi, and Mark Mancina, the film blends emotional storytelling, large-scale adventure, and visually stunning cinematic spectacle designed for theatrical audiences. As one of Disney’s biggest live-action releases of 2026, Moana is expected to become a major summer blockbuster and a standout family movie event of the year.
The Odyssey (July 17, 2026)
Genre: Epic, Action, Adventure
Director: Christopher Nolan
Studio: Universal Pictures
Format: Filmed for IMAX | Shot Entirely with IMAX Film Cameras
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Christopher Nolan brings Homer’s legendary tale to the big screen with The Odyssey, a mythic action epic filmed across multiple locations around the world using brand-new IMAX film technology. Produced by Universal Pictures, the film marks the first time the foundational Greek saga has been fully adapted for IMAX screens on such a massive cinematic scale.
Based on Homer’s classic story, The Odyssey follows the legendary journey filled with war, survival, mythical creatures, dangerous voyages, and the long road home. Known for creating visually ambitious theatrical experiences, Nolan is once again pushing large-format filmmaking technology forward with a movie designed specifically for premium cinema presentation.
Shot entirely with IMAX film cameras as part of the Filmed For IMAX program, The Odyssey is positioned as one of the most technically groundbreaking movies ever produced for large-format theaters. With massive practical filmmaking, immersive visuals, and next-generation IMAX photography, the film is already considered one of the biggest theatrical and IMAX events of 2026.
IMAX Movies Releasing August 2026
August 2026 brings horror and sci-fi stories to premium large-format screens with David Robert Mitchell’s The End of Oak Street and Ridley Scott’s post-apocalyptic thriller The Dog Stars arriving in theaters.
The End of Oak Street (August 14, 2026)
Genre: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Director: David Robert Mitchell
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Warner Bros. Pictures brings cosmic horror to premium large-format screens with The End of Oak Street, a new thriller from director David Robert Mitchell. The film follows a suburban family whose lives are thrown into chaos after a mysterious cosmic event tears their neighborhood away from reality and transports Oak Street into an unknown and terrifying world.
As the family struggles to survive in their increasingly unrecognizable surroundings, they are forced to rely on one another while uncovering the truth behind the phenomenon that changed everything overnight. Blending psychological tension, sci-fi mystery, and large-scale horror imagery, the movie aims to deliver an unsettling cinematic experience built around atmosphere and suspense.
Part of the Filmed For IMAX program, The End of Oak Street is designed for premium large-format presentation with immersive visuals, expanded aspect ratios, and theatrical sound engineered specifically for IMAX theaters. With its mix of cosmic horror and emotional survival drama, the film is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing IMAX thriller releases of 2026.
The Dog Stars (August 28, 2026)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Drama, Post-Apocalyptic Thriller
Director: Ridley ScottCast: Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, Guy Pearce
Studio: 20th Century Studios
Based On: The Dog Stars by Peter Heller
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Ridley Scott returns to large-scale science-fiction filmmaking with The Dog Stars, a post-apocalyptic thriller based on Peter Heller’s acclaimed 2012 novel. Set in a world devastated by a deadly flu pandemic that has nearly wiped out humanity, the story follows former pilot Hig and a hardened ex-Marine named Bangley as they struggle to survive while searching for hope in a collapsing world.
Starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, and Guy Pearce, the film combines emotional survival drama with atmospheric sci-fi storytelling and large-scale cinematic visuals.
Known for directing visually ambitious classics like Blade Runner and The Martian, Ridley Scott brings another expansive futuristic world to theaters with The Dog Stars. The film is expected to become one of the major sci-fi releases of 2026, blending emotional character-driven storytelling with suspense, survival, and post-apocalyptic mystery.
IMAX Movies Releasing September 2026
September 2026 delivers one of the year’s biggest horror reboots as Sony Pictures brings Resident Evil back to theaters with a terrifying new story filmed specifically for IMAX.
Resident Evil (September 18, 2026)
Genre: Horror, Action, Thriller
Director: Zach Cregger
Cast: Austin Abrams
Studio: Sony Pictures
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Sony Pictures reboots the legendary survival horror franchise with Resident Evil, a terrifying new cinematic reinvention from filmmaker Zach Cregger, best known for Barbarian and Weapons. The film introduces an all-new story centered on Bryan, a medical courier played by Austin Abrams, whose ordinary night spirals into chaos after he becomes trapped in a horrifying fight for survival.
Blending psychological horror, intense action, and relentless suspense, the movie aims to bring the franchise back to its terrifying roots while delivering a darker and more grounded cinematic experience. As the night unfolds, Bryan is forced to navigate a collapsing world filled with danger, panic, and unimaginable threats lurking in the shadows.
Part of the Filmed For IMAX program, Resident Evil is designed for premium large-format theatrical presentation with immersive visuals, expanded imagery, and intense sound design created specifically for giant screens. With Zach Cregger bringing his signature horror style to the franchise, the film is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated horror IMAX releases of 2026.
IMAX Movies Releasing October 2026
October 2026 is packed with action-packed theatrical releases, including Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s satirical blockbuster Digger and Paramount Pictures’ live-action video game adaptation Street Fighter, arriving in IMAX theaters.
Digger (October 2, 2026)
Genre: Satirical Comedy, Black Comedy, Drama
Director: Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Cast: Tom Cruise, Jesse Plemons, Sandra Hüller, Riz Ahmed, Emma D'Arcy, John Goodman
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Writers: Sabina Berman, Alexander Dinelaris Jr., Nicolás Giacobone
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Alejandro G. Iñárritu returns to theaters with Digger, a large-scale satirical black comedy starring Tom Cruise in one of his most unconventional roles to date. Described as “a comedy of catastrophic proportions,” the film follows the most powerful man in the world as he desperately tries to convince humanity he is its savior before the disaster he unleashed destroys everything around him.
Blending political satire, dark comedy, and apocalyptic spectacle, Digger combines Iñárritu’s signature cinematic style with an ensemble cast featuring Jesse Plemons, Sandra Hüller, Riz Ahmed, Emma D'Arcy, Michael Stuhlbarg, Burn Gorman, Robert John Burke, and John Goodman.
Produced as an international co-production between the United States, the United Kingdom, and Mexico, the film is expected to deliver a mix of biting satire, large-scale cinematic chaos, and dramatic spectacle. With Tom Cruise leading the project and Warner Bros. Pictures backing the release, Digger is already emerging as one of the most intriguing and unpredictable theatrical events of 2026.
Street Fighter (October 16, 2026)
Genre: Action, Martial Arts, Video Game
Director: Kitao Sakurai
Cast: Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Callina Liang
Studio: Paramount Pictures
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Paramount Pictures brings one of gaming’s most iconic franchises back to theaters with Street Fighter, a large-scale live-action adaptation directed by Kitao Sakurai. Set in 1993, the film follows legendary fighters Ryu and Ken Masters as they are pulled back into combat after the mysterious Chun-Li recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament.
Starring Andrew Koji as Ryu and Noah Centineo as Ken Masters, the movie combines martial arts action, arcade nostalgia, and explosive tournament battles while uncovering a deeper conspiracy hidden behind the competition. As old rivalries resurface and personal demons return, the fighters are pushed toward a conflict that could change everything.
Part of the Filmed For IMAX program, Street Fighter is built for premium large-format theatrical presentation with high-energy fight choreography, cinematic visuals, and immersive sound designed specifically for IMAX screens. Featuring iconic moves, classic characters, and intense tournament action, the film is positioned as one of the biggest video game movie releases and IMAX action events of 2026.
IMAX Movies Releasing November 2026
November 2026 features major franchise movies, including TOHO’s monster epic Godzilla Minus Zero and Lionsgate’s dystopian prequel The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, premiering in theaters worldwide.
Godzilla Minus Zero (November 6, 2026)
Genre: Monster, Sci-Fi, Action
Director: Takashi Yamazaki
Cast: Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe
Studio: TOHO Studios, Robot Communications
Distributor: GKids
Language: Japanese
Format: Filmed for IMAX
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
TOHO Studios continues its acclaimed modern monster saga with Godzilla Minus Zero, the follow-up to the global breakout hit Godzilla Minus One. Directed by Takashi Yamazaki, the film returns audiences to post-war Japan as the Shikishima family once again faces the devastating terror of Godzilla in a nation still struggling to rebuild after unimaginable destruction.
Ryunosuke Kamiki reprises his role as Koichi Shikishima alongside Minami Hamabe as Noriko Oishi, who survived Godzilla’s original attack on Tokyo. Set in 1949, the story explores the emotional aftermath of survival while introducing a new catastrophe threatening Japan and its people.
Part of the Filmed For IMAX program, Godzilla Minus Zero is designed for premium large-format presentation with massive destruction sequences, immersive sound design, and cinematic visuals optimized for giant screens. Following the critical and commercial success of its predecessor, the sequel is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated international IMAX releases and monster movies of 2026.
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (November 20, 2026)
Genre: Dystopian, Action, Sci-Fi
Director: Francis Lawrence
Cast: Joseph Zada, Jesse Plemons, Elle Fanning, Kieran Culkin, McKenna Grace, Maya Hawke, Ralph Fiennes, Glenn Close
Studio: Lionsgate Films
Based On: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Lionsgate returns to Panem with The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, the sixth installment in the blockbuster dystopian franchise directed by Francis Lawrence. Based on the bestselling novel by Suzanne Collins, the film serves as both a prequel to The Hunger Games and a continuation of the expanding world introduced in The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.
Set 24 years before the original film, the story follows a young Haymitch Abernathy as he is selected to compete in the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. Unlike previous games, each district is forced to send twice the number of tributes into the arena, turning the deadly competition into one of the most brutal events in Panem’s history.
The ensemble cast includes Joseph Zada alongside Jesse Plemons, Elle Fanning, Kieran Culkin, McKenna Grace, Maya Hawke, Ralph Fiennes, and Glenn Close. Combining political tension, survival drama, and large-scale action spectacle, the film is already shaping up to be one of the biggest theatrical franchise releases of 2026.
IMAX Movies Releasing December 2026
December 2026 closes the year with Denis Villeneuve’s highly anticipated sci-fi finale Dune: Part Three, bringing massive IMAX spectacle and special IMAX 70mm screenings to theaters around the world.
Dune: Part Three (December 18, 2026)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Epic, Adventure
Director: Denis Villeneuve
Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Anya Taylor-Joy, Robert Pattinson, Javier Bardem
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Based On: Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert
Rating: Not Rated
Runtime: 2HR 20MIN
Format: Filmed for IMAX | IMAX 70mm Film
Release: Theaters — Coming Soon
Denis Villeneuve concludes his acclaimed sci-fi saga with Dune: Part Three, the epic final chapter of the filmmaker’s Dune trilogy based on Dune Messiah by Frank Herbert. Following the massive success of the previous films, the story continues the journey of Paul Atreides as the consequences of power, prophecy, and war reshape the future of the galaxy.
The film reunites an all-star ensemble cast, including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Anya Taylor-Joy, Robert Pattinson, and Javier Bardem in what is expected to be one of the largest cinematic events of the decade.
Part of the Filmed For IMAX program, Dune: Part Three is designed for premium large-format theatrical presentation with expanded imagery, massive desert landscapes, and immersive sound created specifically for IMAX screens. The film will also receive special IMAX 70mm screenings, continuing the franchise’s reputation as one of modern cinema’s defining large-format theatrical experiences.
The 2026 IMAX movie schedule is packed with blockbuster theatrical premieres, Filmed for IMAX releases, anime re-releases, sci-fi epics, superhero adventures, and premium large-format cinematic experiences throughout the year. From major franchise sequels like Dune: Part Three, Mortal Kombat II, and The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping to large-scale event films like The Odyssey and Supergirl, IMAX theaters continue to deliver some of the biggest movie experiences of 2026.
As studios continue to announce new release dates, IMAX 70mm screenings, and premium-format exclusives, this page will be regularly updated with the latest theatrical schedules, format changes, and upcoming movie announcements. Be sure to check back frequently for updated IMAX release dates, newly confirmed Filmed for IMAX movies, and the biggest theatrical events coming to giant screens worldwide.
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