Star Wars' Grogu sparks global fan interest, putting The Mandalorian & Grogu in the billion-dollar conversation.
Pixar's Toy Story 5 has nostalgia and family appeal for a strong path to $1 billion.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey could dominate IMAX screens worldwide with its epic scale and spectacle.
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The new Street Fighter trailer just dropped and sparked fresh buzz around upcoming blockbuster movies.
Hollywood is lining up major releases with global appeal, including Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and The Mandalorian & Grogu.
These films carry massive expectations and built-in audiences. Several have a real shot at crossing the $1 billion mark worldwide.
Here are 15 upcoming movies that could dominate the box office.
Please note listed release dates are expected but subject to change.
The Mandalorian & Grogu
Release Date: May 22, 2026 Star Wars returns to theaters with one of its most popular characters in Grogu. The franchise’s global fanbase alone puts this in the billion-dollar conversation.
Coyote vs. Acme
Release Date: August 28, 2026 This long-delayed Looney Tunes film has major curiosity behind it after nearly getting shelved. If families show up, it could surprise at the box office.
Supergirl
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Release Date: June 26, 2026 DC looks to build momentum with a fresh take on Supergirl. If the new DC universe clicks, this could be a breakout hit.
Toy Story 5
Release Date: June 19, 2026 Pixar returns to one of its most reliable franchises. Nostalgia plus family appeal gives this a strong path to $1 billion.
Moana
Release Date: July 10, 2026 Disney taps into one of its most beloved modern animated hits. The original’s popularity and soundtrack give this major global upside.
Shrek 5
Release Date: June 30, 2027 Shrek returns after years away, bringing massive nostalgia with it. If families and millennials show up, this could explode at the box office.
The Odyssey
Release Date: July 17, 2026 Christopher Nolan’s next epic will dominate IMAX screens worldwide. His track record plus spectacle gives it serious billion-dollar potential.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Release Date: July 31, 2026 Spider-Man remains one of the safest bets in Hollywood. The last film cleared $1B easily, and this one should draw massive crowds again.
Street Fighter
Release Date: October 16, 2026 The newly released trailer has fans talking about this reboot. If it connects globally, especially overseas, it could overperform.
Mortal Kombat 2
Release Date: May 8, 2026 The sequel promises bigger fights and more iconic characters. Strong fan support could push this beyond expectations.
Michael
Release: April 24, 2026 The Michael Jackson biopic brings one of the biggest global icons ever to the big screen. His worldwide fanbase and cultural impact give this real billion-dollar upside if the film connects.
Flowervale Street
Release Date: August 14, 2026 A mysterious sci-fi project with a strong cast could break out. These types of films can explode if word-of-mouth hits.
Dune: Messiah
Release: Expected December 2026 Denis Villeneuve continues the Dune saga with the next chapter centered on Paul Atreides. The previous film crossed $700M, and growing global interest could push this installment toward the $1 billion mark.
Avengers: Doomsday
Release: December 18, 2026 Marvel brings the Avengers back together in one of the most anticipated films in years. With the franchise’s history of billion-dollar hits, this is one of the safest bets on your entire list.
The Batman Part II
Release: Expected 2027 Robert Pattinson returns as Batman in one of DC’s most anticipated sequels. The first film made over $770 million, and with strong word-of-mouth, this follow-up could push into billion-dollar territory.
