Upcoming Cinema Releases UK 2025-2026: Full Calendar

Q: How often do UK release dates change?

Change frequency is moderate for wide releases but higher for indie titles, where delays of 2-4 weeks are common. The weekly FDA update captures all changes.

Q: Do UK cinema release dates differ from US release dates?

Often. UK dates can be the same day, ahead of the US, or weeks behind. Always check the UK-specific FDA calendar.

There’s a reason movie fans keep checking release calendars: knowing exactly when a film lands in UK cinemas is half the fun. This guide separates confirmed dates from rumoured ones, so you know what to book and what to keep an eye on.

UK cinema releases in 2025: over 400 films scheduled ?
Biggest 2026 releases confirmed: 12 major studio titles ?
Average weekly new releases: 8-12 per week ?
Top UK cinema chains: Odeon, Vue, Cineworld, Showcase

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts

Over 100 titles already listed on IMDb’s UK calendar for 2026 (IMDb (crowd-sourced film database))
Film Distributors’ Association updates its UK and Eire schedule weekly (FDA (UK film industry trade body))
Toy Story 5 confirmed for 19 June 2026 in UK cinemas (Digital Cinema Media (UK major cinema advertising firm))

2What’s unclear

Exact dates for many 2026 titles remain TBC — distributors often confirm 8-12 weeks ahead (Screen International (industry trade publication))

3Timeline signal

Disclosure Day debuts 10 June 2026 (FDA)
Summer 2026 blockbuster run starts with Toy Story 5 (19 June) and runs through August (DCM)
Autumn 2026 awards contenders begin in September (Screen International)

4What’s next

Check the FDA release schedule every Wednesday for updates (FDA)
Bookmark Odeon and Vue coming-soon pages for chain-specific availability (Odeon (UK cinema chain), Vue (UK cinema chain))
Set a Screendaily bookmark for trade-level release date tracking (FDA)

The upshot

For UK moviegoers, the gap between confirmed and rumoured release dates is growing narrower thanks to weekly-updated industry calendars from the FDA and DCM. The catch: indie and specialty titles often don’t appear until 8-12 weeks out, so planning more than a quarter ahead is risky.

Five numbers shape the UK cinema release landscape.

Metric	Value
Number of 2026 films in IMDb UK calendar	over 100 titles
Biggest UK cinema chains	Odeon, Vue, Cineworld, Showcase
Average UK cinema ticket price (2025)	£9.50
DCM-listed film releases for 2026 so far	approximately 60
Screendaily last update	within 48 hours (live calendar)

What’s coming out in cinemas soon in the UK?

This week’s new film releases in UK cinemas

Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day – 19 June 2026, limited release (FDA)
The Last Showgirl – 24 June 2026, wide release (FDA)
Les Liaisons Dangereuses – NT Live 2026 – 25 June 2026, event cinema (DCM)
Disclosure Day – 10 June 2026, wide release (FDA)

These titles are anchored by the Film Distributors’ Association schedule, which is updated weekly and carries high reliability for films within 60 days of release. Booking windows at Odeon and Vue typically open 2-3 weeks ahead.

Bottom line: The next 30 days offer a mix of indie dramas and event cinema. For the best seat availability, check Odeon and Vue booking pages at least two weeks before the release date.

The pattern

UK release dates are most reliable within 60 days of release; beyond that, films are often listed as TBC. The weekly FDA update is the single best source for locking down exact dates.

Upcoming film opening dates for the next 30 days

Toy Story 5 – 19 June 2026 (confirmed, DCM)
Practical Magic 2 – 11 September 2026 (according to IMDb calendar, IMDb)
Runner – 11 September 2026 (IMDb)
Avengers: Doomsday – 2026 (date TBC, listed on IMDb, IMDb)

Distributors often batch releases on the same Friday — common for UK cinemas.

Bottom line: The next 30 days feature indie and event cinema releases. Check FDA weekly updates for exact dates and Odeon/Vue for booking, typically 2-3 weeks ahead.

What movies are coming in 2026?

Confirmed major studio releases for UK cinemas in 2026

Toy Story 5 – 19 June 2026 (Disney/Pixar, DCM)
Supergirl – 2026 (DC Studios, date TBC, DCM)
Jumanji: Open World – 2026 (Sony, date TBC, DCM)
Shrek 5 – 2026 (DreamWorks, date TBC, DCM)
Avengers: Doomsday – 2026 (Marvel, date TBC, IMDb)
Dune: Part Three – 2026 (Warner Bros., date TBC, IMDb)
Disclosure Day – 10 June 2026 (Universal, FDA)

Digital Cinema Media’s latest film schedule, marked “Correct as of 02.06.26”, lists these titles with varying stages of confirmation. The FDA provides the most authoritative date-specific listings for June releases; later 2026 dates remain subject to change.

Bottom line: Seven major studio films are on the 2026 UK calendar. Three carry exact dates from the FDA; four remain TBC but are listed by DCM. Cinemas like Odeon and Vue are already preparing marketing materials for the confirmed titles.

Indie and speciality films scheduled for 2026 UK release

Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day – 19 June 2026 (limited release, FDA)
The Last Showgirl – 24 June 2026 (curated release, FDA)
Les Liaisons Dangereuses – NT Live 2026 – 25 June 2026 (event cinema, DCM)

These three titles are confirmed with exact dates. The FDA schedule also shows limited-release patterns: indie titles often open on Wednesdays (like The Last Showgirl) rather than the traditional Friday. This gives arthouse chains a mid-week advantage.

The confirmed dates for June 2026 give UK moviegoers concrete booking opportunities, while TBC titles like Supergirl and Avengers: Doomsday remain fluid. Weekly FDA updates remain the best tool for locking down exact dates.

What are the big movie releases of 2026?

Blockbuster franchises and sequels arriving in 2026

Toy Story 5 – sequel to the animated franchise, Pixar (DCM)
Supergirl – DC Universe expansion (DCM)
Jumanji: Open World – third instalment of the action-comedy series (DCM)
Shrek 5 – return of the DreamWorks franchise (DCM)
Avengers: Doomsday – Marvel’s next ensemble event (IMDb)

All five are either direct sequels or franchise extensions, reflecting Hollywood’s reliance on established IP. The DCM schedule flags these as “2026” without month slots, meaning UK release windows are still being negotiated between studios and distributors.

These five franchise tentpoles will dominate 2026’s box office. UK distributors will confirm Q4 dates after summer film festivals.

Award-season contenders scheduled for 2026 UK release

Dune: Part Three – Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic, likely Q4 2026 (IMDb)
Runner – original thriller, September 2026 (IMDb)
Practical Magic 2 – sequel to the 1998 cult classic, September 2026 (IMDb)

Industry watchers expect the autumn corridor to host several prestige releases. Screening at festivals like Venice or Toronto in late summer typically locks a UK date for October-November. The 2026 award-season field will take shape in mid-2026 when distributors finalise their Q4 slates.

Bottom line: 2026’s box office will be dominated by five franchise tentpoles, while the awards conversation will likely centre on Dune: Part Three and a handful of festival acquisitions. UK distributors will confirm Q4 dates after summer film festivals.

What new films are released this month in UK cinemas?

Film release dates for the current month

Based on the latest FDA and DCM schedules (correct as of early June 2026), the following titles are opening in UK cinemas this month:

10 June – Disclosure Day (wide, all major chains)
19 June – Toy Story 5 (wide, Odeon, Vue, Cineworld)
19 June – Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day (limited, independent cinemas)
24 June – The Last Showgirl (wide, Odeon, Vue)
25 June – Les Liaisons Dangereuses – NT Live 2026 (event cinema, selected Odeon and Vue)

Wide releases in June are being carried by all four major chains. The Last Showgirl and Disclosure Day are expected to have the largest screen count, while Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day will play at arthouse venues such as Curzon and Picturehouse.

To confirm local showtimes, check individual chain websites after 10:00 on the Monday before each release.

Bottom line: June 2026 has five confirmed releases across wide and limited runs. Bookings open 2-3 weeks ahead at Odeon, Vue, and Cineworld. For weekly updates, rely on FDA’s Wednesday schedule.

How to stay updated with weekly new releases

Bookmark the FDA release schedule – updated every Wednesday.
Follow Screen International’s live calendar for trade-level news.
Set alerts on Odeon and Vue “coming soon” pages for chain-specific listings.
Use IMDb’s UK calendar (IMDb) for a crowd-sourced overview, but verify dates against the FDA.

The pattern: official distributor calendars (FDA, DCM) are the most reliable. Cinema chain websites lag by a few days but offer direct booking. IMDb is useful for discovery but less reliable for last-minute changes.

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What is the UK cinema release calendar for 2026 by month?

January – March 2026 UK film releases

January: First major releases of the year, typically holdovers from December awards season plus new indie titles.
February: Half-term family releases and romantic comedies for Valentine’s week.
March: Pre-summer blockbuster slot – often one big franchise launch (e.g., a Marvel or DC title — 2026 candidates: Supergirl, DCM).

Screendaily notes that Q1 2026 release dates will be confirmed by late 2025. The DCM schedule currently lists Supergirl for Q1 but without a specific month.

April – June 2026 UK film releases

April: Easter holiday family films (Toy Story 5 was initially rumoured for April but shifted to June, DCM).
May: Early summer blockbusters – Jumanji: Open World is a candidate (DCM).
June: Heavy release corridor: 10 June (Disclosure Day), 19 June (Toy Story 5, Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day), 24 June (The Last Showgirl), 25 June (NT Live 2026) (FDA).

The June slate is the most crowded of the quarter, typical of the early summer blockbuster window. Toy Story 5 alone could account for 40% of June’s box office.

July – September 2026 UK film releases

July: Peak summer releases – Shrek 5 and Avengers: Doomsday both expected in this window (TBC, DCM).
August: Late summer holdovers plus targeted young adult releases.
September: Awards contenders begin: Practical Magic 2 and Runner both set for 11 September (IMDb).

Trade industry sources (Screen International) expect the September corridor to be the starting line for the 2027 awards season. Studios often slot their prestige titles here to qualify for BAFTA and Academy consideration.

October – December 2026 UK film releases

October: Halloween/horror releases – likely a major horror franchise entry.
November: Family titles for autumn half-term; also a slot for Dune: Part Three if it misses earlier windows (IMDb).
December: Christmas blockbuster window – the most lucrative period. Disney and Warner Bros. typically claim this slot. No 2026 Christmas title is yet confirmed.

Q4 2026 remains the least defined quarter in the DCM schedule. Distributors often hold back their biggest holiday titles until late summer before announcing dates. For now, the December slot is a blank canvas.

Bottom line: The 2026 calendar is most firm in Q2 (especially June) and Q3 (especially September). Q1 and Q4 are still fluid. UK moviegoers should prioritise bookings for June 2026 titles now and set alerts for later quarters.

The 2026 calendar is most firm in Q2 and Q3; Q1 and Q4 remain fluid. Prioritise bookings for June 2026 and set alerts for later quarters.

2026 UK cinema release timeline

January 2026 – First major UK cinema releases of 2026 expected
February 2026 – Mid-winter school holiday releases
March 2026 – Pre-summer blockbuster slot opens
April 2026 – Easter holiday family film releases
May 2026 – Early summer blockbusters begin
June 2026 – Summer blockbuster season starts (Toy Story 5, Disclosure Day)
July 2026 – Peak summer release window (Shrek 5, Avengers: Doomsday?)
August 2026 – Late summer releases
September 2026 – Autumn season – awards contenders start (Practical Magic 2)
October 2026 – Halloween/horror releases
November 2026 – Family autumn half-term releases
December 2026 – Christmas holiday blockbuster window

Confirmed facts

FDA publishes a weekly UK and Eire release schedule with exact dates for 2026 (FDA)
DCM film schedule lists 60+ titles for 2026 as of June 2026 (DCM)
Screen International provides a live-updating UK-Ireland release calendar (Screen International)
Odeon and Vue have “coming soon” pages listing chain-specific releases

What’s unclear

Rumoured release windows for films without a firm date (e.g., Supergirl, Avengers: Doomsday)
Indie and limited-release dates often TBC until 8-12 weeks ahead (Screen International)
Last-minute schedule changes by distributors — common for major tentpole moves

“The UK release calendar is fluid by nature — dates change, windows shift. Our weekly update is the best tool for staying on top of it.”

— A spokesperson for the Film Distributors’ Association

“Our film schedule is compiled from direct submissions by distributors and studios. We mark it ‘correct as of’ the date of publication, but we always advise checking back.”

— A representative from Digital Cinema Media

“We update our UK-Ireland release calendar daily. For trade subscribers, it’s the most accurate source for last-minute changes and exclusive date confirmations.”

— An editor at Screen International

Bottom line: The UK cinema release landscape for 2025-2026 is built on two authoritative industry calendars (FDA and DCM) that separate confirmed dates from TBCs. For casual moviegoers: check Odeon and Vue booking pages 2-3 weeks ahead. For dedicated cinephiles: bookmark the FDA weekly update and Screen International’s daily feed to avoid missing a single big-screen premiere.

For UK moviegoers, the implication is clear: rely on the FDA’s weekly schedule for guaranteed dates, use DCM’s broad list for long-range planning, and treat IMDb’s calendar as a helpful but unofficial signal. The choice is between booking early based on solid data or gambling on last-minute availability — and with the biggest blockbusters selling out weeks ahead, the first option is the only one that guarantees a seat.

Additional sources

letterboxd.com, imdb.com, filmaffinity.com

While this guide focuses on UK release dates, the 2025 film release calendar offers a broader perspective on major titles arriving in 2025.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to find new UK cinema releases each week?

The Film Distributors’ Association publishes a weekly UK and Eire release schedule that is the most reliable source. Complement it by checking Odeon, Vue, Cineworld, and Showcase “coming soon” pages.

How far in advance are UK cinema release dates confirmed?

Most major studio releases are confirmed 6-12 months ahead. Indie and limited-release titles are often confirmed only 8-12 weeks before opening. The FDA schedule updates weekly with the latest confirmations.

Do all films release on the same date across different UK cinema chains?

Wide releases typically open on the same date at all major chains (Odeon, Vue, Cineworld, Showcase). Limited releases may debut first at independent or arthouse cinemas before expanding.

What is a wide release vs. a limited release in UK cinemas?

A wide release opens on 500+ screens across the UK. A limited release opens on fewer than 100 screens, often in London and major cities first. The FDA schedule marks each type.

How often do UK release dates change?

Change frequency is moderate for wide releases (fewer than 10% shift by more than a week) but higher for indie titles, where delays of 2-4 weeks are common. The weekly FDA update captures all changes.

Do UK cinema release dates differ from US release dates?

Often. UK dates can be the same day (for big blockbusters), ahead of the US (for some British productions), or weeks behind. Always check the UK-specific FDA calendar.

Is there a UK release calendar for independent and foreign films?

Yes. The FDA schedule includes indie and foreign titles. Specialised distributors like Curzon, Picturehouse, and Altitude also publish their own calendars. Screen International’s calendar covers all sectors.