At a Glance
- 10 highly anticipated genre films set for release between Jan-Mar 2026
- Major titles include Project Hail Mary, Scream 7, and Night Patrol
- Stars range from Ryan Gosling to Chris Pratt to Sam Rockwell
- Why it matters: Fans get a preview of the biggest releases before the blockbuster season
With the new year approaching, film enthusiasts have a full three months of exciting releases to look forward to. From action-packed thrillers to sci-fi adventures, the 10 movies on this list promise plenty of entertainment before the blockbuster rush. Here’s a quick guide to what’s coming out of January through March 2026.
January Releases
January brings a mix of action and suspense with titles like Night Patrol, Mercy, Send Help, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.
February Releases

February features the time-travel drama Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die and the horror sequel Scream 7.
March Releases
March offers a range of genre films including Pixar’s Hoppers, The Bride!, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, and the sci-fi epic Project Hail Mary.
| Film | Release Date | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Night Patrol | Jan 16 | Justin Long, Jermaine Fowler, CM Punk |
| Mercy | Jan 23 | Chris Pratt |
| Send Help | Jan 30 | Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien |
| 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple | Jan 16 | Nia DaCosta (director) |
| Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die | Feb 13 | Sam Rockwell |
| Scream 7 | Feb 27 | Neve Campbell |
| Hoppers | Mar 6 | Pixar |
| The Bride! | Mar 6 | Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale |
| Ready or Not 2: Here I Come | Mar 27 | New actors |
| Project Hail Mary | Mar 20 | Ryan Gosling |
These releases span a variety of genres, from horror and sci-fi to action and animation, giving fans plenty of choices for the first quarter of 2026.
Key Takeaways
- The next three months host 10 major genre releases, including Project Hail Mary and Scream 7.
- Stars such as Ryan Gosling, Chris Pratt, and Sam Rockwell headlining the lineup.
- Release dates range from Jan 16 to Mar 27, covering action, horror, sci-fi, and animation.
Stay tuned for trailers and updates as these films roll out, and mark your calendars for an exciting start to the year.

