The Most Anticipated Movies of November 2025

November is stacked with prestige auteurs, franchise returns, and long-awaited adaptations, making it one of the most crowded months on the film calendar. From Guillermo del Toro’s take on a literary classic to animated and sci-fi follow-ups aimed at holiday audiences, there’s something big landing almost every weekend. Below, we’ve rounded up the major titles, when to expect them, who’s behind them, and who’s starring—so you can plan your trips to the theater well in advance.

‘Frankenstein’ (2025)

Guillermo del Toro directs a new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel, targeting a theatrical release in November 2025. The film follows Victor Frankenstein as he assembles and animates a creature, with Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Oscar Isaac leading the cast. Del Toro has described his vision as a “Miltonian tragedy,” signaling a classical, character-driven approach to the material. Additional plot specifics are still under wraps, but the project marks the culmination of a long-gestating passion for the filmmaker.

‘Bugonia’ (2025)

Releasing in theaters on November 7, 2025, Yorgos Lanthimos’s fast-paced thriller pairs Emma Stone with Jesse Plemons. The story centers on a high-profile CEO who is kidnapped by conspiracy theorists convinced she’s an alien bent on planetary destruction. Stone reunites with the director after their collaborations on ‘Poor Things’ and ‘Kinds of Kindness.’ Expect a tightly wound narrative with Lanthimos’s signature blend of tension and sharp characterization.

‘Die My Love’ (2025)

Lynne Ramsay’s first feature since 2017 is slated for a theatrical release on November 7, 2025. Jennifer Lawrence stars as a woman who relocates with her husband, played by Robert Pattinson, to his hometown, where the pressures of new motherhood trigger a profound unraveling. The cast also includes LaKeith Stanfield, Sissy Spacek, and Nick Nolte. Adapted from a critically acclaimed source, the film explores mental health, identity, and isolation with Ramsay’s precise, immersive style.

‘Predator: Badlands’ (2025)

Arriving in theaters on November 7, 2025, this installment in the ‘Predator’ franchise is directed by Dan Trachtenberg and stars Elle Fanning. While story details are limited, the film follows the well-received momentum of 2022’s ‘Prey.’ Disney positioned the title on the 2025 release calendar following a schedule shift for another project. Expect a fresh setting and survival-driven tension anchored by Fanning’s lead performance.

‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ (2025)

Opening theatrically on November 14, 2025, the third entry reunites Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Morgan Freeman. The plot remains under wraps, but the series’ hallmarks—high-concept heists, illusion-driven set pieces, and globe-trotting chases—are set to return under director Ruben Fleischer. New additions include Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, and Rosamund Pike. Lionsgate positions the film for a mid-November corridor that has historically supported slick crowd-pleasers.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

Edgar Wright’s adaptation of the Stephen King novel lands a theatrical release on November 14, 2025. Starring Glen Powell, Katy O’Brian, and Karl Glusman, the film is planned as a more faithful take on the source material than the 1987 version. The story unfolds in a dystopian future where a deadly game show forces contestants to fight for survival. Wright’s production emphasizes the book’s darker social satire and high-velocity chase dynamics.

‘Wicked: For Good’ (2025)

The concluding chapter of the two-part musical adaptation reaches theaters on November 21, 2025. Cynthia Erivo returns as Elphaba alongside Ariana Grande’s Glinda, with Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, and Keala Settle also starring. Producer Marc Platt has noted that splitting the narrative allowed the complete musical score to be included. This second installment closes the arc that bridges the world of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ with the backstory of the so-called Wicked Witch.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

Disney’s animated sequel is set for a theatrical release on November 26, 2025, timed for the holiday frame. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return for a new mystery involving a disruptive reptile whose arrival throws the city into chaos. Directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard reprise creative leadership, with voice performances from Jason Bateman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Ke Huy Quan, and Fortune Feimster. The case pushes the duo undercover, expanding the franchise’s world-building and procedural intrigue.

What are you lining up to see first—drop your picks and why in the comments!