The year 2023 is set to be an exciting one for movie lovers, with a lineup of highly anticipated Hollywood films. From action-packed blockbusters to thought-provoking dramas, there is something for everyone. In this article, we will take a look at the 10 most anticipated Hollywood movies of 2023.
Avatar 3:
Avatar 3 is the highly anticipated third installment in the Avatar franchise. Directed by James Cameron, the film is expected to continue the visually stunning and immersive world of Pandora. It stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, and Sigourney Weaver. As one of the most anticipated Hollywood movies of 2023, Avatar 3 is sure to captivate audiences with its breathtaking visuals and engaging story.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is the highly anticipated sequel to the successful film Black Panther. Directed by Ryan Coogler, the movie is set to explore the rich and vibrant world of Wakanda. It features a talented cast including Letitia Wright, Lupita Nyong’o, and Winston Duke. With its engaging story and cultural significance, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is one of the most anticipated Hollywood movies of 2023.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 3
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 3 is an upcoming fantasy film directed by David Yates and written by J.K. Rowling and Steve Kloves. It is the third installment in the Fantastic Beasts film series and the eleventh overall in the Wizarding World franchise. The film will star Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law, Ezra Miller, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Callum Turner, Jessica Williams, Katherine Waterston, and Mads Mikkelsen.
The film is set several years after the events of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Albus Dumbledore (Law) knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Mikkelsen) is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander (Redmayne) to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 3 is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 15, 2024.
Mission: Impossible 8
Mission: Impossible 8 is an upcoming American spy action film directed by Christopher McQuarrie from a screenplay he co-wrote with Erik Jendresen. It is a direct sequel to Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One, and the eighth installment in the Mission: Impossible film series. The film stars Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff, Shea Whigham, Esai Morales, and Henry Czerny.
The film is set to be released in theaters on June 28, 2024.
The plot of Mission: Impossible 8 is still under wraps, but it is expected to pick up directly from where Dead Reckoning Part One left off, with Ethan Hunt and his team still trying to stop a mysterious organization called The Syndicate. The film is said to be even more action-packed and suspenseful than its predecessor, with Tom Cruise performing even more death-defying stunts, including a motorcycle chase across the Great Wall of China.
The cast of Mission: Impossible 8 is a mix of returning and new faces. Tom Cruise is back as Ethan Hunt, and he will be joined by Simon Pegg as Benji Dunn, Rebecca Ferguson as Ilsa Faust, Vanessa Kirby as Alanna Mitsopolis, Hayley Atwell as Grace, Pom Klementieff as the White Widow, Shea Whigham as the head of the CIA, Esai Morales as the main antagonist, and Henry Czerny as Eugene Kittridge.
Mission: Impossible 8 is the first film in the series to be shot back-to-back with its sequel, Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One. The two films were shot simultaneously in the UK, Italy, Norway, and the United Arab Emirates.
The Flash
The Flash is an upcoming American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. It is a spin-off of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) films and a sequel to 2017’s Justice League. The film is directed by Andy Muschietti and stars Ezra Miller as Barry Allen / The Flash, alongside Michael Keaton, Ben Affleck, Sasha Calle, Kiersey Clemons, Maribel Verdú, Ron Livingston, and Ian Chen.
In The Flash, Barry Allen travels back in time to prevent his mother’s murder, but his actions inadvertently create a new timeline where he is the only superhero. He must team up with Batman (Affleck) and Supergirl (Calle) to restore the timeline and save the world.
The film is scheduled to be released in theaters on June 16, 2023.
The Flash is a highly anticipated film, as it is the first DCEU film to feature two different versions of the same character. It is also the first film in the DCEU to explore the concept of the multiverse, which opens up a lot of possibilities for future films.
The cast of The Flash is also very impressive, with Ezra Miller, Michael Keaton, and Ben Affleck all reprising their roles from previous DCEU films. Sasha Calle makes her DCEU debut as Supergirl, and Kiersey Clemons returns as Iris West, after appearing in the Justice League Snyder Cut. Maribel Verdú, Ron Livingston, and Ian Chen also join the cast in supporting roles.
The Flash is shaping up to be a big film for the DCEU, and it is sure to be a hit with fans of the character. I am excited to see what Andy Muschietti does with the film, and I can’t wait to see it in theaters next year.
Jurassic World: Dominion
Jurassic World: Dominion is an upcoming American science fiction action film directed by Colin Trevorrow from a screenplay he co-wrote with Emily Carmichael. It is the sequel to Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) and the third and final film in the Jurassic World trilogy, as well as the sixth film in the Jurassic Park franchise overall. The film stars Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill, DeWanda Wise, Mamoudou Athie, BD Wong, Omar Sy, Isabella Sermon, Daniella Pineda, Campbell Scott, Justice Smith, and Scott Haze.
In Dominion, dinosaurs are now living alongside humans all over the world, and the fragile balance between both species is threatened. Owen Grady and Claire Dearing must work with a team of scientists and a group of dinosaur trainers to rescue the dinosaurs from a bioengineering company that plans to use them for military purposes.
The film is scheduled to be released in theaters on June 10, 2022.
Jurassic World: Dominion received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the film’s action sequences and visual effects, while others criticized its story and characters. The film was a box office success, grossing over $1.003 billion worldwide against a production budget of $165 million.
The Batman
The Batman is a 2022 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. Directed by Matt Reeves, who wrote the screenplay with Peter Craig, it stars Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne / Batman, alongside Zoë Kravitz, Paul Dano, Jeffrey Wright, John Turturro, Peter Sarsgaard, Andy Serkis, and Colin Farrell. In the film, Batman investigates the corruption in Gotham City while pursuing the Riddler (Dano), a serial killer who targets Gotham’s elite.
The Batman is a reboot of the Batman film franchise and is the first installment in a planned trilogy. Reeves wanted to make a more grounded and realistic take on the character, inspired by the films of David Fincher and the comic book work of Frank Miller. Pattinson was cast as Batman after Reeves saw him in the film Tenet.
The Batman was released in the United States on March 4, 2022. It received positive reviews from critics, who praised Pattinson’s performance, Reeves’ direction, and the film’s dark and gritty tone. The film grossed over $770 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film of 2022.
The Batman is a must-see for fans of the character and superhero movies in general. It is a dark and gritty take on the character that is both exciting and suspenseful. Pattinson gives a great performance as Batman, and the supporting cast is also excellent. Reeves does a great job of directing the film, and the film’s visuals are stunning. If you’re looking for a great superhero movie, then The Batman is definitely worth checking out.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is an upcoming American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. It is the sequel to 2017’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and the 11th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film is directed by James Gunn and stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sean Gunn, Will Poulter, Chukwudi Iwuji, Elizabeth Debicki, and Maria Bakalova.
In Vol. 3, the Guardians are on their way to a new adventure when they are interrupted by the arrival of Adam Warlock (Poulter), a powerful being who was created by the Sovereign to destroy them. The Guardians must team up with old friends and new allies to face this new threat.
The film is scheduled to be released in theaters on May 5, 2023.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is the final film in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. It is also the last film in the MCU to be directed by James Gunn, who was fired from the project in 2018 for controversial tweets he made several years earlier. Gunn was later rehired by Disney after he apologized for the tweets and expressed regret for his actions.
The cast of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a mix of returning and new faces. The returning cast members include Chris Pratt as Peter Quill / Star-Lord, Zoe Saldana as Gamora, Dave Bautista as Drax the Destroyer, Karen Gillan as Nebula, Pom Klementieff as Mantis, Vin Diesel as Groot, Bradley Cooper as Rocket Raccoon, Sean Gunn as Kraglin, Will Poulter as Adam Warlock, Chukwudi Iwuji in an undisclosed role, Elizabeth Debicki as Ayesha, and Maria Bakalova as Moondragon.
The film is also set to introduce several new characters, including Adam Warlock, Moondragon, and High Evolutionary. Adam Warlock is a powerful being who was created by the Sovereign to destroy the Guardians of the Galaxy. Moondragon is a powerful psychic who is the daughter of Drax the Destroyer. High Evolutionary is a scientist who is experimenting with genetic engineering.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is shaping up to be a big film for the MCU, and it is sure to be a hit with fans of the Guardians. I am excited to see what James Gunn does with the film, and I can’t wait to see it in theaters next year.
Indiana Jones 5
Indiana Jones 5 is an upcoming American action-adventure film directed by James Mangold and written by Mangold and Jez Butterworth and John-Henry Butterworth. It is the fifth installment in the Indiana Jones franchise and the first film in the series produced by Lucasfilm after being acquired by The Walt Disney Company in 2012. The film stars Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones, alongside Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Kretschmann, Boyd Holbrook, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Toby Jones, and Antonio Banderas.
In Indiana Jones 5, Jones is tasked with finding a mystical artifact that can control the weather. He must team up with a young woman (Waller-Bridge) to stop a group of mercenaries from getting their hands on the artifact.
The film is scheduled to be released in theaters on June 30, 2023.
The film has been in development since 2016, with Steven Spielberg originally attached to direct. However, Spielberg stepped down in 2020 and was replaced by Mangold. Filming began in June 2021 in the United Kingdom, Italy, and Morocco, wrapping in February 2022. Longtime franchise composer John Williams returned to compose and conduct the film’s score.
Indiana Jones 5 is shaping up to be a big film for the franchise, and it is sure to be a hit with fans of Indiana Jones. I am excited to see what James Mangold does with the film, and I can’t wait to see it in theaters next year.
The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid is a 1989 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The 28th Disney animated feature film, it is based on the Danish fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen. The film tells the story of a mermaid named Ariel who dreams of becoming human and gives up her tail and voice to the sea witch Ursula in exchange for legs.
The film was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, who co-wrote the screenplay with Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, who also composed the film’s songs. The film features the voices of Jodi Benson, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Pat Carroll, Samuel E. Wright, and René Auberjonois.
The Little Mermaid was a critical and commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time at the time of its release. It won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for “Under the Sea”. The film has been adapted into a stage musical, a television series, and several video games. A live-action adaptation of the film was released in 2023.
The Little Mermaid is a classic Disney film that has been enjoyed by generations of fans. It is a story about love, acceptance, and the power of dreams. The film’s music is iconic, and the animation is still beautiful today. The Little Mermaid is a timeless classic that will continue to be enjoyed for years to come.
Conclusion
With a mix of sequels, adaptations, and original stories, the 10 most anticipated Hollywood movies of 2023 offer a diverse range of genres and experiences. Whether you’re a fan of action, fantasy, or superheroes, there is something to look forward to in the coming year. So mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting year at the movies!
Originally published at https://oyepagle.com on August 12, 2023.
