Yahoo Lifestyle We Found 23 New Movies Coming Out This Winter That Actually Look Good
Ah, the new year. A time of joy, excitement..and cold and dark weather. So what better way to spend these next chilly months than with a good old-fashioned film? Nicole Kidman said something about heartbreak feeling good in a place like a theater. Well, so does heat! So pass the time with these 23 films worth bracing the cold to see in cinemas or streaming in your cozy, cozy home. It'll make the time go by faster until spring arrives!
1.Hard Truths
Marianne Jean-Baptiste is also garnering Oscar buzz for her role as a Londoner named Pansy, who is struggling to enjoy life despite her strong argumentative and lonely tendencies. It's a reunion for Marianne and director Mike Leigh, who helped her score an Oscar nom for his 1996 film Secrets & Lies.
Starring: Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Michele Austin, David Webber, and Tuwaine Barrett
Where to watch: In theaters now
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2.Better Man
Bob Dylan might have Timothée Chalamet playing him, but Robbie Williams has a CGI monkey. And, it turns out, that's enough to face off for the title of best musician biopic this awards season. The British pop star voices himself in his life story, except it isn't Robbie we see on screen. It's a monkey, and it apparently works. The film boasts an 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Starring: Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Kate Mulvany, Steve Pemberton, and Alison Steadman
Where to watch: In theaters now
Watch the trailer below:
3.The Last Showgirl
It's Pamela Anderson's moment! The icon is garnering major Oscar buzz and scored a Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild nominations for her turn as a perennial Vegas showgirl facing an uncertain future after her decades-long Vegas revue closes up shops. The film co-stars a whose-who of beloved celebrities (Jamie Lee Curtis, Kiernan Shipka, Brenda Song, Billie Lourd, and Dave Bautista), but it's Pamela who takes center stage. And rightfully so!
Starring: Pamela Anderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Billie Lourd, Kiernan Shipka, Brenda Song, and Dave Bautista
Where to watch: In theaters now
Watch the trailer below:
4.Unstoppable
In what looks to be one of the most inspirational films of the year, Unstoppable tells Anthony Robles's real-life story, from being born with one leg to becoming a college wrestling champion. Jharrel Jerome stars as Anthony, while Jennifer Lopez looks to give one hell of a performance as his mother Judy. Bring tissues and your fighting spirit!
Starring: Jharrel Jerome, Jennifer Lopez, Don Cheadle, Michael Peña, and Bobby Cannavale
Where to watch: Streaming on Prime Video now
Watch the trailer below:
5.Back in Action
If there is one thing to get excited about in 2025, it's Cameron Diaz's big return. The actor, who took a step back from Hollywood a decade ago, is returning for a comedy thriller co-starring Jamie Foxx. They play former spies living in domestic bliss with two children until they're forced back into the game. Except now, it's not just their lives on the line. It's their kids.
Starring: Cameron Diaz, Jamie Foxx, Glenn Close, and Kyle Chandler
Where to watch: Streaming on Netflix on January 17
Watch the trailer below:
6.Wolf Man
"What if someone you loved became something else?" That's the question asked in the trailer for this horror film about Charlotte (Julia Garner) and her daughter Ginger (Matilda Firth), who must fight for their life after a freak encounter with an unseen animal on the road turns Blake (Christopher Abbott) from a father and husband into...something else. Need more convincing to see this film? It's director and writer Leigh Whannell's follow-up to Insidious: Chapter 3 and The Invisible Man.
Starring: Julia Garner, Christopher Abbott, and Matilda Firth
Where to watch: In theaters on January 17
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7.September 5
There's a sub-genre of "based on a true story" films about journalists scrambling to cover major cultural events, and September 5 is the latest entry to join the likes of Spotlight, She Said, The Post, and All The President's Men. As its name suggests, September 5 chronicles a team of American broadcasters covering the Munich massacre at the 1971 Summer Olympics.
Starring: John Magaro, Peter Sarsgaard, Leonie Benesch, Zinedine Soualem, and Ben Chaplin
Where to watch: In theaters on January 17
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8.I'm Still Here
An Oscar dark horse is emerging, and her name is Fernanda Torres. The Brazilian actor won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Drama earlier this month, catapulting her further into the highly competitive Best Actress Oscars race. She has some serious competition, but reviews are glowing for her portrayal of Eunice Paiva, a Brazilian activist who grappled with her husband's forced disappearance during the country's military dictatorship in the '60s and '70s.
Starring: Fernanda Torres, Selton Mello, and Fernanda Montenegro
Where to watch: In theaters on January 17, wide release on February 14
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9.One of Them Days
SZA, the star of music charts and any good Spotify playlist, is taking over the screen. She and Keke Palmer, the star of many a film and viral meme, play broke best friends in Los Angeles who are truly having, as the title makes clear, One Of Them Days. They've got to figure out how to come up with rent money before it's due in this buddy comedy courtesy of Issa Rae's production company. So, really, why are you still reading this and have not already bought tickets?
Starring: Keke Palmer, SZA, Lil Rel Howery, Maude Apatow, Janelle James, and Katt Williams
Where to watch: In theaters on January 17
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10.Presence
Steven Soderbergh's latest film is largely a mystery. No, really. This horror film follows a family who learns their home is haunted. Steven's direction adds to the intrigue. He tells the story from the ghost's perspective. Also, Julia Fox is in it. So many questions and so few answers. Guess we'll have to go to theaters to find out!
Starring: Lucy Liu, Chris Sullivan, Julia Fox, and Callina Liang
Where to watch: In theaters on January 24
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11.You're Cordially Invited
Here's all you need to know about You're Cordially Invited: Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell play absolute enemies. Okay, more specifically, the film follows a father (played by Will) who is dismayed to learn that the bucolic venue hosting his daughter's wedding has been double-booked, and the other bride's sister (played by Reese) is equally upset about it. Hijinks, expectedly, ensue.
Starring: Reese Witherspoon, Will Ferrell, Geraldine Viswanathan, Meredith Hagner, Jimmy Tatro, Jack McBrayer, and Peyton Manning
Where to watch: Streaming on Prime Video on January 30
Watch the trailer below:
12.Companion
It's official. Sophie Thatcher is one of Gen Z's leading scream queens. The Yellowjackets star is fresh off the hit film Heretic and staying in the thriller waters with Companion. In the movie, she plays a female robot who comes to life, much to the dismay of her not-so-sweet boyfriend, played by Jack Quaid. With a stellar supporting cast and from the minds behind Barbarian, this movie looks like a feast for horror fans.
Starring: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Megan Suri, Lukas Gage, Rupert Friend, and Harvey Guillén.
Where to watch: In theaters on January 31
Watch the trailer below:
13.Love Me
Two of the internet's favorite girlfriends and boyfriends have teamed up. In this innovative film, Kristen Stewart plays a buoy in a world without humans who falls in love with a satellite, played by Steven Yeun. It's hard to explain, really. Do yourself a favor and check out the trailer.
Starring: Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun
Where to watch: In theaters on January 31
Watch the trailer below:
14.Kinda Pregnant
Amy Schumer is faking it. Her pregnancy, that is. Yearning for a child and envious of her pregnant best friend, Lainy (played by Amy) fakes her pregnancy only to meet a potential partner in Josh (Will Forte). Obviously, issues arise!
Starring: Amy Schumer, Will Forte, Jillian Bell, Brianne Howey, Urzila Carlson, and Lizze Broadway
Where to watch: Streaming on Netflix on February 5
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15.Heart Eyes
Add Heart Eyes to the pantheon of scary-as-hell horror movie villains....and maybe a therapist's client list, too. Because this killer has a taste for blood, and he's hell-bent on swiping left forever on two co-workers mistaken for being a Valentine's Day couple. Someone get him a copy of bell hook's All About Love ASAP!
Starring: Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding, Devon Sawa, Michaela Watkins, and Jordana Brewster
Where to watch: In theaters on February 7
Watch the trailer below:
16.Bridget Jones: Mad About You
Bridget Jones is back, and her life is as beautifully chaotic as ever. This time, she's grieving her husband Mark Darcy (Colin Firth)'s death. And before you object, this isn't a spoiler! It's literally in the trailer. Determined to reinvent herself again, Bridget finds herself in a familiar love triangle. This time, though, it's with her kids' teacher, Mr. Wallaker (Chiwetel Ejiofor), and a younger man, Roxster (Leo Woodall).
Starring: Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Isla Fisher, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Leo Woodall
Where to watch: Streaming on Peacock on February 13
Watch the trailer below:
17.Paddington In Peru
Paddington and his red bucket hat's many adventures are taking him home this time around. With the Brown family's help, he searches for his beloved Aunt Lucy in the Amazon. Here's hoping he packed marmalade!
Starring: Ben Whishaw, Emily Mortimer, Hugh Bonneville, Olivia Colman, Julie Walters, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Imelda Staunton, Hayley Atwell, and Antonio Banderas
Where to watch: In theaters on February 14
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18.The Gorge
Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy are isolated sharpshooters on opposite ends of an ominous and really freaking enormous gorge...that apparently is the gate to hell. Is that literal or a metaphor? Who knows. What we do know is these two agents have been separately ordered to spend an entire year solely watching guard. But could a little communication really hurt?
Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Miles Teller, Sigourney Weaver, Sope Dirisu, and William Houston
Where to watch: Streaming on Apple TV+ on February 14
Watch the trailer below:
19.Captain America: Brave New World
There's a new Captain America in town. And it's a good thing because Marvel's cinematic universe is as perilous as ever. Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), aka the Falcon, takes up the mantle of Captain America only to face bitter disagreement with his commanding officer, President Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross, aka Red Hulk. Following actor William Hurt's death in 2022, Harrison Ford is debuting as Ross in the film.
Starring: Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, Tim Blake Nelson, and Liv Tyler.
Release date: In theaters on February 14
Watch the trailer below:
20.Mickey 17
Endless Robert Pattinsons. We've dreamed of days like this. The actor's long-awaited film by Parasite director Bong Joon-ho is finally here. In what's become a typical form for both creatives, this looks like one weird and (hopefully) excellent ride. Robert stars as a lowly man who volunteers his body for research, meaning every time he dies, he'll be regenerated. Sure, 17 or 18 Robert Pattinsons sounds nice, but things go awry (though, to be honest, weren't they already?) when multiple versions of him are alive at once.
Starring: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Mark Ruffalo, and Toni Collette
When to watch: In theaters on March 7
Watch the trailer below:
21.Black Bag
Kathryn (Cate Blanchett) and George (Michael Fassbender) are operatives in love. However, their tightly structured marriage...where secrets and lies are what make it work...is put to the test when George learns Kathryn is made a suspect.
Starring: Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Naomie Harris, Regé-Jean Page, Marisa Abela, Tom Burke, and Pierce Brosnan
Where to watch: In theaters on March 14
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22.The Electric State
In a post-apocalyptic world where robots have turned on humans, rebellious bots are exiled to a territory called, you guessed it, The Electric State; however, Michelle (Millie Bobby Brown) soon realizes that a robot might help her reunite with her long-lost brother. Oh, and ex-solider Keats (Chris Pratt) helps too.
Starring: Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Stanley Tucci, Ke Huy Quan, and Holly Hunter
Where to watch: Streaming on Netflix on March 14
Watch the trailer below:
23.Finally, Snow White
The live-action musical reimagining of Snow White is nearly here. Much has been said about the film since it was first announced in 2016. Rachel Zegler takes on the titular role, and Gal Gadot plays the infamous Stepmother. A few things to note: The Prince is not saving Snow White this time. Instead, Tony-winner Andrew Burnap plays a new character, named Jonathan.
Starring: Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, and Andrew Burnap
Where to watch: In theaters on March 21
Watch the trailer below:
