July has always been a great month at the box office historically, with many a big-name summer blockbuster inviting audiences to head to themovie theatersto beat the summer heat for a while. Summer break, with students looking for something to do or parents figuring out how to keep their young ones entertained, certainly does not hurt either.
July 2025 is no exception to the summer blockbuster formula, with a new entry in a fan-favorite franchise and the relaunch of one of the most iconic superheroes of all time. Here is a list of every major film coming to the big screen this month. Below, you will find an entire list of releases, including movies with limited screenings.
‘Jurassic World Rebirth’
In Theaters July 2
Set five years after the events ofJurassic World Dominion,Jurassic World Rebirthpromises even more dino action, asall of Earth’s remaining ancient creatures are pushed onto a remote island where they run wild.The movie will be Chris Prattless, but fan-favorite Scarlett Johansson will step into the lead role as Zora Bennett, a covert operations specialist hired by a pharmaceutical company to bring a team to the island to collect data.
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A fresh start for the series,Jurassic World Rebirthbrings director Gareth Edwards and writer David Koepp to the film, aiming to attract both new and longtime fans to the long-running franchise.Jurassic World Rebirthis in theaters on July 2.
Jurassic World Rebirth
‘Superman’
In Theaters July 11
Supermanhas always held an odd place within DC, and this film marks the third reboot of the Man of Steel. Still, with James Gunn leading the way,the DCU aims to bring back the great American hero with a bang, introducing some fan-favorite characters along the way, such as Krypto, Guy Gardner, and Mr. Terrific. While viewers will have to wait to see the full scope of the challenges that David Corenswet’s Superman faces in the DCU film, the focus appears to be on exploring the duality and pressures of Clark Kent and Superman.Supermansoars into theaters on July 11.
‘Eddington’
In Theaters July 18
A neo-Western comedyby Ari Aster starring Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal was undoubtedly a surprising yet welcome announcement.Eddingtonfollows Sheriff Joe Cross (Joaquin Phoenix), who butts heads with local Mayor Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal). The grievances between the two only escalate when the town they call home is afflicted by the COVID-19 pandemic, causing fear and uncertainty among the public.Pedro Pascal has commented on the project, saying that Aster “wrote something that was all our worst fears,“which is precisely the thing that fans of the director want to hear.SeeEddingtonin theaters on July 18.
‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’
Adding a new word to the lexicon,I Know What You Did Last Summerhas been touted as a ‘requel,’ acting as both a sequel and a reboot to the horror franchise whose first entry was released in 1997. Still, the movie follows a familiar plot: five friends accidentally run over someone, only to cover it up out of fear of how it will affect their lives. A year later, the group gets a letter with the ominous words “I Know What You Did Last Summer,” followed by a masked killer targeting them.
The return of original stars Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. in supporting roles certainly caters to the nostalgia offans of the slasher classic. Combined with a focus on psychological horror and a modern twist,I Know What You Did Last Summerlooks to reinvent the franchise while paying homage to its roots.I Know What You Did Last Summerhits theaters on July 18.
I Know What You Did Last Summer
Paramount Animation plans to deliver the family-favorite movie of the summer at the box office with the iconicSmurfs. With an ensemble cast of voice actors, including Rihanna, Natasha Lyonne, Nick Offerman, and Dan Levy,the new animated feature aims to tap into the nostalgia of many adults who grew up with Smurfs and want to share it with a whole new generation of potential fans. The movie follows the Smurfs' quest to save Papa Smurf after Gargamel kidnaps him, forcing them to head into the real world.Smurfswill release in theaters on July 18.
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’
In Theaters July 25
If early ticket sales are any sign of success,The Fantastic Four: First Stepsmay end up being the biggest movie of the summer.While the first family of Marvel has not had much luck at the box office lately, the new film looks to break that streakwith an outstanding cast, sharp visual direction, and the perfect blend of action and comedy. The arrival of Galactus and the Silver Surfer in the modern wave of the MCU also opened up the door to taking the franchise in an interesting direction.The Fantastic Four: First Stepswill land in theaters on July 25.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps
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‘The Home’
The Homehas the makings of a sleeper hit this July, and not just because horror movies traditionally perform well at the box office. Pete Davidson stars as Max, a troubled man who takes up a job in a retirement home. As Max becomes accustomed to his new role, his interest in the forbidden fourth floor piques his curiosity, leading him to uncover the building’s dark past and the secrets of its residents, which may be tied to his past trauma.From the creator ofThe Purgefilms, the trailer forThe Homepromises scaresand an unsettling atmosphere to complement its tale of a slow decline into madness.The Homehits theaters on July 25.
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