2025 Sees Mixed Audience Reception for Major Hollywood Releases

The year 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting one for moviegoers, with a mix of highly anticipated releases and some notable disappointments. Among the most awaited films are Superman, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps, as well as Wicked: For Good, the second part of Universal's Wicked, expected in late November. The Marvel Cinematic Universe saw mixed reactions, with Captain America: Brave New World failing to meet the high expectations set by its trailers and star-studded cast despite promising a unique spy thriller experience. Family audiences have plenty to look forward to, including Pixar's Elio, the Paddington series continuation, and Disney's live-action Snow White, all rated or expected to be rated PG. UK and Ireland cinema calendars confirm these releases along with others such as Mortal Kombat 2 and The Running Man, highlighting a busy second half of the year for cinema. Meanwhile, Hollywood is also preparing surprising sequels for 2026, aiming to refresh beloved franchises across multiple genres.