As the new year tiptoes closer, it seems the era of sequels is once again is ready to take center stage! A recent investigation by the digital movie brand Fandango under NBCUniversal’s umbrella involved surveying a whopping 8,000 cinema buffs. Their goal? To reveal the most anticipated movie picks and to get a sneak peek for the upcoming year. The lineup about to unfold might just leave fans pleasantly surprised! Here is the list of the top 10 most hyped-up releases of 2024.
Top 10 Most Anticipated 2024 Releases!
1. Deadpool 3
At the very top of Fandango’s list reigns none other than Deadpool 3, an absolute standout. The buzz surrounding this movie ignited the moment the initial sneak peek emerged earlier in this year. Fans have been bubbling with excitement ever since, devouring every update about the film. Deadpool’s leap into the Marvel universe absolutely promises a gruesomely thrilling spectacle that absolutely everyone is itching to witness. The movie will be coming to screens on 26th July 2024.
2. Beetlejuice 2
Coming to a close second in the list, this film is set to revive an abundance of nostalgia from over three decades ago, and naturally, fans are eagerly anticipating its release. Discussions about a sequel to Beetlejuice began circulating shortly after its 1988 debut. However, for reasons unknown, the project never came to life. But now, with Jenna Ortega in the roster, it’s bound to be a delight. Finally, after much anticipation, it’s scheduled to grace the big screen on September 6, 2024.
3. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Third in line, yet again stirring the audiences’ hearts with nostalgia, is the revamped classic tale infused with fresh elements, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, that has made the wait unbearable for the fans. The cast includes Bill Murray, Ernie Hudson, Finn Wolfhard, and many more. Initially slated for a 2023 release, but following the historic strike, it’s now scheduled to grace screens on March 29, 2024.
4. Dune: Part Two
Taking the fourth spot on the list is the highly awaited Dude Part 2. This sequel stands out as one of the most anticipated, particularly for die-hard Zendaya fans who were left wanting more after her underwhelming appearance in the initial installment. This follow-up vows to unveil a plethora of new developments. Get ready, as this movie is set to hit the screens on March 1st, promising a memorable adventure that fans won’t want to miss!
5. Venom 3
Arriving on screens in November 2024, the untitled Venom movie takes the fifth spot on the list. The previous sequel witnessed a decline in fan excitement owing to the pandemic. Now that everything is back in motion, fans are eagerly anticipating Tom Hardy‘s return to bring Venom back with a bang!
6. Despicable Me 4
Marching in next on the list is the Minion squad alongside their master Gru, set to hit screens on July 3rd, 2024. With one of the planet’s biggest fandoms in town, this movie is bound to storm the list! Despicable Me 4 is one of Universal’s top anticipated films, although all the details regarding plot details are in mystery, those Illumination folks sure know how to keep a secret! But one thing’s for sure, it’s going to be a riot of fun and mischief!
7. Inside Out 2
The moment the teaser hit screens, fans went bonkers! Securing the seventh slot on the list is Inside Out 2. The original gang is making a comeback alongside some new friends, set to embark on Riley’s emotional rollercoaster once again. With a wide array of emotions at the wheel, fans are bursting with excitement for this journey!
8. Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim
People can’t wait for the ultimate crossover where Lord of the Rings devotees and anime fans join forces! Warner Bros. has a surprise in store with The War of the Rohirrim hitting the screens on December 13, 2024. Get ready for an animated prequel that dives into Tolkien’s world, capturing the vibe of Peter Jackson’s classic trilogy. It’s like the ultimate fusion quest where fantasy and anime collide!
9. Gladiator 2
Matching the colossal financial and critical triumph of Ridley Scott’s period drama, Gladiator, is a rare feat. After years have passed, Russell Crowe’s blockbuster sensation is gearing up to set the screens ablaze once again. Fans are in for a thrilling return to ancient Rome as Gladiator 2 officially storms into theaters on Friday, November 22, 2024.
10. A Quiet Place: Day One
Last but not least, the A Quiet Place saga by John Krasinski is broadening its horizons with the prequel, A Quiet Place: Day One. It is for the first time ever that viewers will witness the inception of the alien invasion from the perspectives of fresh characters. Fans are buzzing with excitement as this thrilling installment is set to hit the screens on June 28, 2024.
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