A new year brings new movies and there’s some great films and faces that will be returning to our screen in 2020! This year brings sequels, remakes, some new movies, and a few movies that were pushed back until this year—see Sonic The Hedgehog, The Rhythm Section, The New Mutants, Artemis Fowl, No Time To Die, and The Woman In The Window.
So, if you’re after a sequel or new instalment, you can pick from Bad Boys For Life, A Quiet Place II, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, Fast & Furious 9, Wonder Woman 1984, Top Gun: Maverick, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Minions 2, Bill and Ted Face The Music, Death On The Nile, Halloween Kills, Godzilla vs Kong, and Coming 2 America… Phew, and this isn’t even all the 2020 movie releases, plus there’s also a few prequels scattered throughout the year too!
Read on to discover a few of 2020’s movie releases and tell us what you’re looking forward to in the comments below!
JANUARY
The Voyage of Doctor Dolittle
After losing his wife seven years earlier, the eccentric Dr. John Dolittle, famed doctor and veterinarian of Queen Victoria’s England, hermits himself away. But when the young queen falls gravely ill, a reluctant Dolittle is forced to set sail on an epic adventure to a mythical island in search of a cure. Starring Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man), Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming), Emma Thompson (Love Actually), and Michael Sheen (Masters of Sex).
The Gentlemen
A very British drug lord tries to sell off his highly profitable empire to a dynasty of Oklahoma billionaires. Starring Matthew McConaughey (Dallas Buyers Club), Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy), Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey), and Jeremy Strong (Succession).
Bad Boys For Life
Marcus Burnett is now a police inspector and Mike Lowery is in a midlife crisis. They unite again when an Albanian mercenary, whose brother they killed, promises them an important bonus. Starring Will Smith (Bad Boys), Martin Lawrence (Bad Boys), Vanessa Hudgens (High School Musical), and Alexander Ludwig (Vikings).
The Rhythm Section
FEBRUARY
Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn
After splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroes Black Canary, Huntress and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from an evil crime lord. Starring Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad), Ewan McGregor (Moulin Rouge), and Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Scott Pilgrim vs. the World).
Sonic The Hedgehog
A cop in the rural town of Green Hills will help Sonic escape from the government who is looking to capture him. Starring Ben Schwartz (Parks and Recreation), Jim Carrey (Bruce Almighty), Tika Sumpter (mixed-ish), and James Marsden (X-Men).
Bloodshot
Based on the bestselling comic book, Vin Diesel stars as Ray Garrison, a soldier recently killed in action and brought back to life as the superhero Bloodshot by the RST corporation. With an army of nanotechnology in his veins, he’s an unstoppable force –stronger than ever and able to heal instantly. But in controlling his body, the company has sway over his mind and memories, too. Now, Ray doesn’t know what’s real and what’s not – but he’s on a mission to find out. Starring Vin Diesel (Fast & Furious), Sam Heughan (Outlander), and Eiza González (Baby Driver).
The Invisible Man
When Cecilia’s abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see. Starring Elisabeth Moss (The Handmaid’s Tale), Oliver Jackson-Cohen (The Haunting of Hill House), and Aldis Hodge (City On A Hill).
MARCH
Mulan
A young Chinese maiden disguises herself as a male warrior in order to save her father. A live-action feature film based on Disney’s ‘Mulan.’ Starring Yifei Liu, Li Gong, and Jet Li.
Onward
Set in a suburban fantasy world, two teenage elf brothers embark on a quest to discover if there is still magic out there. Featuring the voices of Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming) and Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy).
A Quiet Place: Part II
The sequel to the 2018 movie, A Quiet Place. Currently the plot of the movie is unknown. Starring Emily Blunt and Cillian Murphy (Peaky Blinders).
I Still Believe
The true-life story of Christian music star Jeremy Camp and his journey of love and loss that looks to prove there is always hope. Starring KJ Apa (Riverdale) and Britt Robertson (Tomorrowland).
APRIL
No Time To Die
Bond has left active service. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. Starring Daniel Craig, Léa Seydoux, Rami Malek (Bohemian Rhapsody), and Lashana Lynch (Captain Marvel).
The New Mutants
Five young mutants, just discovering their abilities while held in a secret facility against their will, fight to escape their past sins and save themselves. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy (Split), Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones), Antonio Banderas (The Mask of Zorro), and Charlie Heaton (Stranger Things).
The Secret Garden
When Mary Lennox’s parents suddenly die, she is sent to live with her uncle, Archibald Craven, on his remote country estate deep in the Yorkshire moors. While exploring, she discovers a hidden magical garden. Starring Dixie Egerickx, Colin Firth (Kingsman), and Julie Walters (Harry Potter).
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway
Despite his efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his reputation for mischief among the other rabbits. Once he adventures out of the garden Peter finds himself in a world where mischief is appreciated, but soon his family come to bring him home.
MAY
Black Widow
A film about Natasha Romanoff in her quests between the films Civil War and Infinity War. Starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh (Outlaw King), Rachel Weisz (The Favourite), and David Harbour (Stranger Things).
The Woman In The Window
An agoraphobic woman living alone in New York begins spying on her new neighbours only to witness a disturbing act of violence. Starring Amy Adams (Sharp Objects), Gary Oldman (The Dark Knight), and Julianne Moore (Still Alice).
Artemis Fowl
Artemis Fowl II, a young Irish criminal mastermind, kidnaps the fairy LEPrecon officer Holly Short for ransom to fund the search for his missing father in order to restore the family fortune. Starring Josh Gad (Beauty and the Beast), Hong Chau (Watchmen), and Judi Dench (Skyfall).
Fast & Furious 9
The ninth instalment of the Fast & Furious franchise. Starring Vin Diesel, John Cena, Helen Mirren, Michelle Rodriguez, and Nathalie Emmanuel.
JUNE
Wonder Woman 1984
Wonder Woman squares off against the Cheetah, a villainess who possesses superhuman strength and agility. Starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Pedro Pascal (Game of Thrones), and Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaid).
In The Heights
A feature version of the Broadway musical, in which a bodega owner has mixed feelings about closing his store and retiring to the Dominican Republic after inheriting his grandmother’s fortune. Starring Anthony Ramos (A Star Is Born), Dascha Polanco (Orange Is The New Black), Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine), and Lin-Manuel Miranda (Mary Poppins Returns).
Top Gun: Maverick
Pete “Maverick” Mitchell mentors a new generation of U.S. Navy fighter pilots. Starring Tom Cruise, Monica Barbaro (UnREAL), Miles Teller (Fantastic Four), and Glen Powell (Scream Queens).
Soul
A musician who has lost his passion for music is transported out of his body and must find his way back with the help of an infant soul learning about herself. Featuring the voices of Jamie Foxx (Django Unchained), Tina Fey (30 Rock), and Daveed Diggs (Black-ish).
JULY
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Ghostbusters: Afterlife is an upcoming American fantasy comedy film directed by Jason Reitman from a screenplay by Reitman and Gil Kenan. Starring Paul Rudd (Ant-Man), Finn Wolfhard (Stranger Things), and Mckenna Grace (Designated Survivor).
Jungle Cruise
Based on Disneyland’s theme park ride where a small riverboat takes a group of travellers through a jungle filled with dangerous animals and reptiles, but with a supernatural element. Starring Dwayne Johnson (Jumanji), Emily Blunt (Mary Poppins Returns), and Jack Whitehall (Good Omens).
Minions: The Rise of Gru
The continuation of the adventures of the Minions, always in search of a tyrannical leader.
Free Guy
A bank teller discovers that he’s actually an NPC inside a brutal, open world video game. Starring Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool), Jodie Comer (Killing Eve), Channing Tatum (Magic Mike), and Taika Waititi (Thor: Ragnarok).
AUGUST
Bill & Ted Face the Music
Once told they’d save the universe during a time-travelling adventure, 2 would-be rockers from San Dimas, California find themselves as middle-aged dads still trying to crank out a hit song and fulfil their destiny.
Infinite
A man discovers that his hallucinations are actually visions from past lives. Starring Mark Wahlberg (Ted), Jason Mantzoukas (The Good Place), and Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years A Slave).
The One and Only Ivan
A gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Stella as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. Featuring the voices of Angelina Jolie, Helen Mirren, Danny DeVito, and Sam Rockwell.
SEPTEMBER
The King’s Man
As a collection of history’s worst tyrants and criminal masterminds gather to plot a war to wipe out millions, one man must race against time to stop them. Starring Ralph Fiennes (Harry Potter), Harris Dickinson (Maleficent: Mistress of Evil), and Gemma Arterton (Prince of Persia).
Last Night In Soho
A young girl, passionate in fashion design, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters her idol, a dazzling wannabe singer. But 1960s London is not what it seems, and time seems to fall apart with shady consequences. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy (The Witch), Thomasin McKenzie (The King), and Matt Smith (Doctor Who).
Monster Hunter
When Lt. Artemis and her loyal soldiers are transported to a new world, they engage in a desperate battle for survival against enormous enemies with incredible powers. Feature film based on the video game by Capcom. Starring Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil), Tony Jaa, and Ron Perlman (Hellboy).
The Many Saints of Newark
A look at the formative years of New Jersey gangster, Tony Soprano. Starring Michael Gandolfini, Vera Farmiga, Jon Bernthal, Billy Magnussen, Ray Liotta, Corey Stoll, and Alessandro Nivola.
OCTOBER
Death On The Nile
While on vacation on the Nile, Hercule Poirot must investigate the murder of a young heiress. Starring Kenneth Branagh (Murder on the Orient Express), Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Armie Hammer (Call Me By Your Name), Rose Leslie (Game of Thrones), and Letitia Wright (Black Panther).
The Witches
Based on Roald Dahl’s 1983 classic book ‘The Witches’, the story tells the scary, funny and imaginative tale of a seven year old boy who has a run in with some real life witches! Starring Anne Hathaway (The Devil Wears Prada), Octavia Spencer (Hidden Figures), and Stanley Tucci (Easy A).
Halloween Kills
The saga of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode continues in the next thrilling chapter of the Halloween series.
BIOS
On a post-apocalyptic earth, a robot, built to protect the life of his dying creator’s beloved dog, learns about life, love, friendship and what it means to be human. Starring Tom Hanks (Forrest Gump), Samira Wiley (Orange Is The New Black), and Skeet Ulrich (Riverdale).
NOVEMBER
Eternals
The saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilisations. Starring Gemma Chan (Crazy Rich Asians), Angelina Jolie (Maleficent), Kit Harington (Game of Thrones), and Richard Madden (Game of Thrones).
Godzilla vs Kong
As the gigantic Kong meets the unstoppable Godzilla, the world watches to see which one of them will become King of the Monsters. Starring Millie Bobby Brown (Stranger Things), Eiza González (Baby Driver), and Alexander Skarsgård (True Blood).
Red Notice
An Interpol agent tracks the world’s most wanted art thief. Starring Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Dwayne Johnson (Jumanji), and Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool).
Raya and the Last Dragon
In a realm known as Lumandra, a re-imagined Earth inhabited by an ancient civilization, a warrior named Raya is determined to find the last dragon. Starring Awkwafina (Crazy Rich Asians) and Cassie Steele.
DECEMBER
Uncharted
The story is a prequel to the games, starring Holland as a younger Drake, showing us details of how he came to meet and befriend Sully. Starring Tom Holland (Spider-Man: Homecoming) and Mark Wahlberg (Ted).
West Side Story
An adaptation of the 1957 musical, West Side Story explores forbidden love, and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds. Starring Ansel Elgort (The Fault In Our Stars) and Rachel Zegler.
Coming 2 America
Akeem learns he has a long-lost son in the United States and must return to America to meet the unlikely heir to the throne of Zamunda. A sequel to the 1988 comedy ‘Coming to America’. Starring Eddie Murphy, Tracy Morgan, and Leslie Jones.
Dune
Feature adaptation of Frank Herbert’s science fiction novel, about the son of a noble family entrusted with the protection of the most valuable asset and most vital element in the galaxy. Starring Rebecca Ferguson (Mission: Impossible – Fallout), Timothée Chalamet (Call Me By Your Name), Jason Momoa (Game of Thrones), and Oscar Issac (Star Wars: The Force Awakens).
