With the country opening back up as more and more of the population gets vaccinated, the movies that were held from release last summer are now gearing up for their theater releases this summer. That, coupled with the regular summer releases we see each year, means it’s going to be an action-packed lineup. Here are the most anticipated movies of the summer!
- Cruella – May 28th
This movie takes us through the backstory of the devilish Cruella Deville with an almost unrecognizable Emma Stone as the lead.
- A Quiet Place II – May 28th
The first movie in this series took the country by storm. Now, it’s time to learn how the world originally fell apart as well as what the next steps are for what’s left of the Abbott family.
- The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard – June 16th
Selma Hayek takes matters into her own hands when her husband, Samuel L. Jackson, gets kidnapped in this hilarious, action-packed sequel. Oh, and she makes Ryan Renolds tag along for good measure.
- In the Heights – June 18th
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s 2008 Broadway breakout hit is finally coming to the big screen. With a star-studded cast led by Anthony Ramos, there’s no denying that this will be the movie of the summer. On June 18th, we’re all going to be celebrating the community of Washington Heights.
- F9 – June 25th
The 9th movie in the legendary Fast and Furious series is bound to stay true to form with car chase sequences and a strong family bond at the heart of it all.
- Black Widow – July 9th
After years of waiting, Natasha will finally have her own movie. Her complicated backstory will show us how she came to be the Avenger we’ve come to know.
- Space Jam: A New Legacy
Lebron James takes over for Michael Jordan in this sequel to the 1996 Warner Bros. classic. Lebron sure has some big shoes to fill, but everyone’s excited to see where the Looney Tunes take him.
- Jungle Cruise – July 30th
Emily Blunt and The Rock team up in this Disney adventure that finds itself at the crossroads of Indiana Jones and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.
- The Suicide Squad – August 6th
This stand-alone sequel to the 2016 movie of the same name hosts a new ensemble of comic book fans’ favorite DC characters, like Bloodsport (Idris Elba) and Peacemaker (John Cena).
- Free Guy – August 13th
Ryan Renolds takes on a Truman Show-inspired world, that is, if The Truman Show was less depressing and took place in a video game.
- Respect – August 18th
Jennifer Hudson plays Aretha Franklin in this highly-anticipated musical written by Tracy Scott Wilson and directed by Liesl Tommy.
- Candyman – August 27th
From the masterminds of Jordan Peele and Nia DaCosta comes a thriller that will have you wishing that Beetlejuice was the only name you had to worry about saying three times.
- Reminiscence – August 27th
Lisa Joy, a writer for Westworld and Burn Notice, is ready to take you on an adventure with Hugh Jackman leading the way.
Bonus: Gunpowder Milkshake – TBD
This movie doesn’t have a set release date yet, but there’s no way it can be left off this list. Starring Angela Bassett, Lena Headey, Michelle Yeoh, and Karen Gillan, this action movie is going to be the feminist icon of whatever season is comes out in. Let’s just hope it’s released sooner rather than later.
Which movie are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments down below!
The Female Gaze 