Steven Spielberg’s New UFO Film Marks a Return to His Iconic Sci-Fi Roots—with a Major Twist
Steven Spielberg is diving back into the sci-fi world, and we’re all ears for what’s coming. His next big project is a UFO film set to hit theaters on June 12, 2026. Word is, this movie will take us back to the magic of his classic blockbusters, the kind that made us fall in love with his storytelling years ago. Think along the lines of ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’ or ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’—but with a fresh spin.
The cast alone is enough to get excited about. Emily Blunt is leading the charge, joined by Wyatt Russell, Colman Domingo, Josh O’Connor, Eve Hewson, and Colin Firth. That’s a mix of heavy hitters and rising stars, bringing a lot of talent to the table. Blunt’s been killing it lately in films like ‘A Quiet Place’, while Firth’s got that Oscar-winning charm from ‘The King’s Speech’. Domingo, fresh off his acclaimed role in ‘Rustin’, and O’Connor, who turned heads in ‘Challengers’, add even more depth. Russell and Hewson round out the crew with their own solid creds from projects like ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ and ‘Bad Sisters’.
What’s this movie about? Well, Spielberg’s keeping the plot under wraps, but we just got some new information. It’s revealed there’s a major twist in the story. Given his track record, that could mean anything—maybe a mind-bending reveal about the UFOs or a turn we won’t see coming. He’s working with David Koepp on the script, a guy who’s penned some of Spielberg’s biggest hits like ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘War of the Worlds’. Koepp said this film feels like a throwback to the director’s earlier sci-fi days, but with a tone that’s a bit different from his recent work.
Spielberg’s no stranger to aliens. He practically invented the modern sci-fi blockbuster with ‘Jaws’ back in 1975, then took us to the stars with ‘Close Encounters’ and ‘E.T.’. Even his darker take in ‘War of the Worlds’ showed he’s got range. Lately, he’s been focused on more personal stuff like ‘The Fabelmans’, which earned seven Oscar nods. So, hearing he’s returning to big-budget sci-fi feels like a homecoming—and I’m all for it.
Filming’s already underway, with shoots popping up in places like New Jersey and Georgia. They’ve even put out casting calls for extras, so this is definitely moving fast. Universal Pictures is behind it, teaming up with Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment, the same folks who brought us ‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘Back to the Future’. With a summer 2026 release, it’s shaping up to be a big event.
I can’t help but wonder what that twist will be. Spielberg’s got a knack for blending heart with spectacle, and if this is anything like his past sci-fi gems, we’re in for a treat. Mark your calendars—June 12, 2026, can’t come soon enough.