Here Are All the Movies Releasing in Theaters This Week, Including a New Jason Statham Action Thriller

A diverse selection of films hits the big screen on January 30, 2026, ranging from international comedies to high-octane action thrillers. This week’s slate includes highly anticipated limited releases from independent powerhouses and major studio wide-release blockbusters. Audiences can expect a mix of animation, horror, and historical crime dramas across various markets. These selections cater to broad audiences and niche genre fans alike.

‘Aída y vuelta’ (2026)

Sony Pictures Releasing will bring ‘Aída y vuelta’ to select theaters for a limited release on January 30, 2026. This comedy features a cast led by Carmen Machi, Miren Ibarguren, Paco León, and Eduardo Casanova. The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes. It serves as a cinematic extension of popular characters and comedic themes.

‘Shelter’ (2026)

‘Shelter’ is an action thriller arriving in wide release on January 30, 2026, through Black Bear. The film stars Jason Statham alongside Harriet Walter, Bill Nighy, and Daniel Mays. With a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes, the plot follows high-stakes tension and survival. This project brings together a veteran cast for a genre-focused cinematic experience.

‘The Love That Remains’ (2026)

Janus Films presents ‘The Love That Remains’ in a limited release starting January 30, 2026. This comedy drama focuses on family dynamics and features performances by Panda, Saga Garðarsdóttir, Ída Mekkín Hlynsdóttir, and Sverrir Gudnason. The feature runs for 1 hour and 49 minutes. It explores emotional narratives and interpersonal relationships within a modern family setting.

‘The Moment’ (2026)

‘The Moment’ is a multi-genre production blending comedy, documentary, drama, and thriller elements. A24 is handling the limited release of the 1 hour and 43-minute film on January 30, 2026. The cast includes Francesca Faridany, Errol Barnett, Rachel Sennott, and Isaac Powell. This experimental work offers a unique perspective through its hybrid storytelling approach.

‘Back to the Past’ (2026)

Well Go USA Entertainment is set to release ‘Back to the Past’ in limited theaters on January 30, 2026. This action-adventure film incorporates comedy and sci-fi elements over its 1 hour and 47-minute duration. The movie stars Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, Jessica Hester Hsuan, and Sonija Kwok. It continues a narrative involving time travel and historical intervention.

‘Tafiti: Across the Desert’ (2026)

Blue Fox Entertainment will debut the animated feature ‘Tafiti: Across the Desert’ on January 30, 2026. This family-friendly limited release has a runtime of 1 hour and 21 minutes. The voice cast includes Cosima Henman, Steve Hudson, Dela Dabulamanzi, and Thomas Schmuckert. The story follows the titular character on a journey through challenging environments.

‘Busted Water Pipes’ (2026)

‘Busted Water Pipes’ is an action-comedy that also features crime and drama elements. Distributed by China Lion Film Distribution, it arrives in limited release on January 30, 2026. The film features Eddie Peng, Lun Ai, You Zhou, and Peilun Yan. It runs for 1 hour and 43 minutes and focuses on high-energy sequences and character-driven conflict.

‘Moses the Black’ (2026)

The crime drama ‘Moses the Black’ opens in a limited release on January 30, 2026. It features a cast consisting of Chukwudi Iwuji, Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa, and Skilla Baby. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes. The story explores themes of redemption and criminal life within a dramatic framework.

‘Bitter Rice’ (2026)

Janus Films is bringing the classic crime drama ‘Bitter Rice’ back to theaters for a limited engagement on January 30, 2026. The film stars Vittorio Gassman, Doris Dowling, Silvana Mangano, and Raf Vallone. This screening offers a chance to see the 1 hour and 48-minute cinematic staple on the big screen. It remains a significant example of post-war European cinema.

‘Send Help’ (2026)

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures will release the horror thriller ‘Send Help’ in limited theaters on January 30, 2026. The movie stars Edyll Ismail, Xavier Samuel, Chris Pang, and Dennis Haysbert. It has a runtime of 1 hour and 53 minutes. The plot focuses on suspenseful situations and psychological terror.

‘Islands’ (2026)

‘Islands’ is a crime drama thriller arriving through Greenwich Entertainment on January 30, 2026. The limited release stars Jack Farthing, Stacy Martin, Sam Riley, and Fatima Adoum. It is the longest film of the week’s new releases with a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes. The narrative weaves together complex legal and criminal threads in an atmospheric setting.

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