Spring is here. Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and a slew of new movies are releasing in theaters and on streaming platforms worldwide.
The winter release schedule tends to be slow but picks up in the spring as we get close to the blockbuster season. Over the next few months, there are many great movies for you to see, from highly-anticipated sequels to original rom-coms. That’s why today we’re sharing our top spring movies coming out in spring 2024.
March
Dune: Part 2
March 1 (Theaters)
What’s It About? Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
Dune was a huge hit when it came out in 2021. The second part is finally hitting theaters after being delayed due to the Hollywood strikes last year. Reviewers are already raving about how good it is (even with its 2 ½ hour+ runtime).
Kung Fu Panda 4
March 8 (Theaters)
What’s It About? Po must train a new warrior when he’s chosen to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace. However, when a powerful shape-shifting sorceress sets her eyes on his Staff of Wisdom, he suddenly realizes he’s going to need some help. Teaming up with a quick-witted corsac fox, Po soon discovers that heroes can be found in the most unexpected places.
The Kung Fu Panda franchise has been going strong since 2008, releasing a new hit just when you start to forget about it. This year, we’re getting the fourth installment, which sees Po facing an epic new villain in a never-seen-before setting.
Damsel
March 8 (Netflix)
What’s It About? A young woman agrees to marry a handsome prince– only to discover it was all a trap. She is thrown into a cave with a fire-breathing dragon and must rely solely on her wits and will to survive.
Are you looking for a new girlboss fantasy film to enjoy? Then check out Damsel, Millie Bobby Brown’s latest Netflix movie. It has an all-star cast, from Millie herself to great actresses like Robin Wright and Angela Bassett, who promise great performances no matter what the rest of the movie is like.
Irish Wish
March 15 (Netflix)
What’s It About? When the love of her life gets engaged to her friend, Maddie puts her feelings aside to be a bridesmaid at their wedding in Ireland. Days before the wedding, Maddie makes a spontaneous wish for true love, only to wake up as the bride-to-be.
Lindsey Lohan returns in a new Netflix rom-com following her mildly successful Falling for Christmas. Set in the beautiful Ireland, it’s releasing just in time to watch on Saint Patrick’s Day. If you like wacky shenanigans and a bit of magic, this movie is perfect for you.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
March 29 (Theaters)
What’s It About? The Spengler family returns to the iconic New York City firehouse where the original Ghostbusters have taken ghost-busting to the next level. When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must unite to protect their home and save the world from a second ice age.
After Ghostbusters: Afterlife’s success, we’re getting a sequel with the new cast (and a few old ones, too). The trailers already promise the wacky fun and ghostly thrills we’ve come to expect from Ghostbusters. The real question is, how big of a role does Bill Murray have in the movie?
April
How to Date Billy Walsh
April 5 (Amazon Prime)
What’s It About? Archie has always kept his love for Amelia a secret, but just as he builds up the courage to declare his feelings, she falls for Billy, the new transfer student.
If you like cheesy YA rom-coms, this is the perfect movie for you. We don’t have a trailer yet, but just the premise sounds pretty cute. It also seems like we’ll see the return of the age-old love triangle trope.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
April 12 (Theaters)
What’s It About? Godzilla and the almighty Kong face a colossal threat hidden deep within the planet, challenging their very existence and the survival of the human race.
What’s better than a giant monkey and a giant lizard fighting each other? Watching them team up to take on an even bigger, evil monkey. It may not be a spectacular movie, but it does promise to be an entertaining one.
Civil War
April 12 (Theaters)
What’s It About? In a dystopian future America, a team of military-embedded journalists races against time to reach Washington, D.C., before rebel factions descend upon the White House.
A24 movies are always thought-provoking and fascinating to watch, and this one doesn’t look any different. But some people are nervous about seeing it, claiming it looks too close to reality. No matter what you think, it does have a great cast, including Kristen Dunst as the lead.
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
April 19 (Theaters)
What’s It About? A top-secret combat unit uses unconventional techniques to battle Nazis during World War II.
This movie looks hilarious, fun, and slightly gory. It’s based on semi-true facts about a real WWII unit, although how much truth and fiction is remains to be seen. Henry Cavil leads the stellar cast and looks perfect for fans of Guy Richie’s work.
Challengers
April 26 (Theaters)
What’s It About? Tashi, a tennis player turned coach, has transformed her husband from a mediocre player into a world-famous grand slam champion. To jolt him out of his recent losing streak, she makes him play a challenger event — close to the lowest level of tournament on the pro tour. Tensions soon run high when he finds himself standing across the net from the once-promising, now burnt-out Patrick, his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend.
With an incredible cast and intriguing premise, this looks great. Even if you’re not a tennis fan, you can enjoy the movie for the romantic tension between the leads. It also promises to be quite steamy if the trailers are anything to go by. Definitely not one to take your parents or kids to.
May
The Fall Guy
May 3 (Theaters)
What’s It About? After leaving the business one year earlier, battle-scarred stuntman Colt Seavers springs back into action when the star of a big studio movie suddenly disappears. As the mystery surrounding the missing actor deepens, Colt soon finds himself ensnared in a sinister plot that pushes him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt.
This is a must-see film for movie buffs. It focuses on a stunt performer and highlights their incredible feats, with a bit of extra danger thrown in for fun. Of course, Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt are pretty compelling reasons to watch too.
Imaginary Friends
May 17 (Theaters)
What’s It About? After discovering she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids.
Directed by John Krasinski and starring Ryan Renolds, this movie looks like a fun time for adults and kids alike. It has Ryan’s trademark humor and John’s ability to capture childhood delight. While it may not be Oscar-worthy, it looks like a great feel-good movie.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
May 24 (Theaters)
What’s It About? Snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers, young Furiosa falls into the hands of a great biker horde led by the warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the Wasteland, they come across the Citadel, presided over by the Immortan Joe. As the two tyrants fight for dominance, Furiosa soon finds herself in a nonstop battle to make her way home.
Anya Taylor-Joy stars in this prequel film to 2015’s Mad Max: Fury Road. It’ll be interesting to see how she does in the role of Furiosa, which is quite different from her usual roles. It’ll also be nice to see characters or locations not featured in the first movie.
Young Woman and the Sea
May 31 (Disney+)
What’s It About? The story of competitive swimmer Trudy Ederle, who, in 1926, was the first woman to ever swim across the English Channel.
Trudy Ederle is an icon for women in sports. Daisy Riddle plays her in this biopic, documenting her accomplishment of swimming the English Channel. You can wait to watch it on Disney+ or head to the theater for its limited theatrical release.
Which of these movies are you most excited to see?
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