A few days ago, Fandango, an online ticketing platform in the United States, launched a poll, wanting to know what movies Americans are most looking forward to seeing in theaters in 2023. As a result, the Marvel superhero movie "Guardians of the Galaxy 3" came out on top, and it was the top five participating in the poll. The most anticipated Hollywood blockbuster by more than a thousand viewers.
Overall, almost all of the top ten most anticipated new films in 2023 are series works, sequel works, and mature IP works. Among them, there are not only the Marvel movies "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantum Frenzy" and "Spider-Man: Parallel Universe 2", but also the comedy "Magic Mike 3: The Last Dance" and the horror film "Salem Town". A hundred flowers bloom and there are various types.
In 2022, the number of films released in North American theaters will fall to about 450, and this figure in 2023 will definitely increase significantly. In particular, 2023 is the centennial anniversary of the founding of Disney and Warner Bros., and the two major Hollywood studios will definitely make every effort to launch many masterpieces. According to the above-mentioned poll, almost all the respondents said that in 2023, they will definitely go to the theater more than in 2022, and enjoy the fun of watching movies on the big screen; Watch at least six movies.
So, what are the highly anticipated new Hollywood films in 2023? The following film list may be used as a reference. In detail, there are seven comic book adaptations of superhero movies. In addition, the 22-year-long "Fast and Furious" series will usher in its finale, and the biopic "Oppenheimer" directed by Christopher Nolan will also be revisited. There are many sequels such as "Transformers 7", "Raiders of the Lost Ark 5", "Mission Impossible 7" and "The Expendables 4". In short, there are quite a few new things worth seeing in 2023. As for which of them can be introduced into the screening, although everything is unknown at present, it is still the old saying-there is always hope.
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Magic Mike's Last Dance
Release date: February 10
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Starring: Channing Tatum, Salma Hayek
The "Magic Mike" series, adapted from Channing Tatum's real experience as a stripper, released the first two parts in 2012 and 2015 respectively. While the film received mediocre reviews, the hot song and dance scene was well received by audiences -- especially women -- so it's no surprise there's another one after eight years. "Magic Mike 3" recruited the Latin goddess Salma Hayek to help out. Judging from the released trailer, the 42-year-old Channing Tatum still has a proud figure and excellent dancing posture. I believe he can Feast your audience.
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Release date: February 17
Director: Peyton Reed
Starring: Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Katherine Newton, Jonathan Majors
In the first two "Ant-Man" and "Avengers 4", the mysterious space Quantum Realm that can travel in time will finally get a more comprehensive performance in this one. Can we take advantage of the revenge it will leave? brought back? After Thanos, who is Kang the Conqueror, the greatest villain in the Marvel Universe? Looking forward to the answer from "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantum Frenzy".
Creed III
Release date: March 3
Director: Michael B. Jordan
Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors
As the most successful sports-themed movie in recent years, the "Creed" series, which shows the growth of the boxing champion, has cultivated a group of diehard fans, and the third part is also highly anticipated. Not long ago, Michael B. Jordan, who became one of the new owners of the Premier League Bournemouth club, still starred in the film, and also challenged a new job as a director. Unfortunately, Rocky, played by Stallone in the first two films, will not appear in the latest one.
Scream 6
Release date: March 10
Director: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Taylor Gillette
Starring: Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Courteney Cox
If there is any tried and tested box office weapon in Hollywood in the post-epidemic era, it must be horror movies. The production cost of "Scream 5" restarted in 2022 was only 24 million U.S. dollars, but it won more than 30 million U.S. dollars at the box office when it opened. Such good results, there is no reason not to make persistent efforts. The latest film, released only one year later, is still created by a three-person team composed of directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Taylor Gillette and screenwriter James Vanderbilt. A fast and cheap thriller.
"Thunder Shazam! Shazam! Fury of the Gods
Release date: March 17
Director: David F. Sandberg
Starring: Zachary Levi, Arthur Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Helen Mirren, Lucy Liu
As "Thunder Shazam" released in 2019! "Sequel to "Thunder Shazam!" Wrath of the Gods was supposed to be a great gathering of DC superheroes. However, with the big villain "Black Adam" Dwayne Johnson of the "Shazam" series turning against Warner, "Superman" Henry Cavill announced that he would not return, and James Gunn's re-arrangement of the DC movie universe. It's really hard to say what the point of this new work is.
John Wick: Chapter 4
Release date: March 24
Director: Chad Stahelski
Cast: Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgard
John Wick is back! This time he will stage a series of duels from weapon fighting to empty boxing with Chinese kung fu superstar Donnie Yen.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Release date: April 7
Director: Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenik
Starring: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day
The world's most famous game character is finally getting an animated movie! In this film co-produced by Illumination Entertainment and Nintendo Pictures, familiar game characters such as Mario, Luigi, Brigitte, Tonobio, Donkey Kong, Kuba, Mushroom Kingdom, etc. I was able to have a good nostalgia in the theater.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Release date: May 5
Director: James Gunn
Starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Bradley Cooper, Karen Gillan, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Pom Klementieff
The members of the Guardians of the Galaxy who have experienced catastrophe start a new life on a new planet. However, the dead lover and companion have not been forgotten. In what form will she return? Will this be the last time the members gather together? The only thing that is certain at present is that good songs will still take turns.
Fast & Furious 10
Release date: May 19
Director: Louis Leterrier
Cast: Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Jason Momoa, Jason Statham, Charlize Theron, Gal Gadot
The 22-year family ethics drama will finally come to an end! In addition to the newly joined Jason Momoa, Jason Statham and Gal Gadot also announced their return. Let us witness that Boss Tang and his group of brothers and sisters can live happily ever after.
The Little Mermaid
Release date: May 26
Director: Rob Marshall
Cast: Haley Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy
People are so weird sometimes. I was not very interested at first, but I watched a lot of complaints, so I was aroused instead.
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
Release date: June 2
Director: Joyim dos Santos, Kemp Bowles, Justin Thompson
Cast: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac
In 2018, the animated film "Spider-Man: Into the Parallel Universe" was born, adding new ideas to the already-bad superhero series, and also won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film in one fell swoop. The second film to be released in 2023 will be created by a brand new director team. Whether it can replicate the success of the previous film is still a question mark.
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
Release date: June 9
Director: Stephen Kapoor Jr.
Cast: Anthony Ramos, Dominic Fishback, Ron Perlman, Pete Davidson, Michelle Yeoh
After five years, the seventh "Transformers" movie is back. Although the first two films were disappointing, seeing the beast man in the trailer, I can't help but have a desire to see it again.
Elemental
Release date: June 16
Director: Peter Sun
Starring: Leah Lewis, Mamodo Assi
After Mood and Soul, Pixar Animation Studios takes on the challenge of telling the magical story of the Elements. In the gorgeous city composed of the four elements of wind, fire, water, and earth, fire and water, which were supposed to be incompatible, meet and fall in love by accident. How can the two elements that are destined not to be together overcome the obstacles? ?
The Flash
Release date: June 16
Director: Anders Muschietti
Actors: Ezra Miller, Ben Affleck, Michael Keaton, Sacha Carey, Kiersey Clemons
The Flash is definitely the most ill-fated superhero movie in recent memory. Because of the epidemic, the film's release schedule has been postponed again and again, and it was finally completed, and the lead actor Ezra Miller was in trouble again, and there was even news that Warner would freeze the film. Fortunately, with Miller's voluntary admission, the schedule has also been settled. In addition to telling the awakening and growth of The Flash, the biggest attraction of the film should be the gathering of the two versions of Batman, Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton. However, with James Gunn's redesign of the DC movie universe, the roles of the two are likely to be cut.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
Release date: June 30
Director: James Mangold
Starring: Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Max Mikkelsen
The 80-year-old Harrison Ford rejuvenated through CG technology and played Dr. Indiana Jones again-the face can be transformed, but the skills are still real. The story background of the film is set in 1969 and tells the struggle between the Doctor and the remnants of the Nazis. Phoebe Waller-Bridge and "Uncle Mai" Max Mikkelsen, who became popular with the British drama "Life in London", also joined in.
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
Release date: July 14
Director: Christopher McQuarrie
Cast: Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff
If you want to say which movie shooting is most affected by the epidemic, I am afraid it must be "Mission: Impossible 7". In two years, after seven stoppages and four schedule revisions, the latest installment of the most popular series of action movies in film history is finally coming. Judging from the trailer and the released tidbits, Tom Cruise has put his life on the line this time, from picking up planes with his bare hands to skydiving, to snowmobile rides, and bare-knuckle shopping on the roof of trains... he did not hesitate to perform thrilling performances again and again. Make the audience feel the wait was worth it.
Oppenheimer
Release date: July 21
Director: Christopher Nolan
Starring: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Rami Malek
In today's world, there are few directors like Nolan. The release of each work constitutes an event. This new work takes the "father of the atomic bomb" Robert Oppenheimer as the main character. It truly restores the horror scene when the atomic bomb exploded, and it also deeply explores the conflicted and entangled inner world of scientists.
Barbie
Release date: July 21
Director: Greta Gerwig
Cast: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Will Ferrell
Definitely the most kitsch movie of 2023. The live-action version of this well-known toy Barbie doll is hot before it is released. Every time a new still is released, it will definitely trigger heated discussions on social media. Even Ryan Gosling, who plays Barbie's boyfriend Ken, is almost destroyed by netizens. .
Captain Marvel 2 (The Marvels)
Release date: July 28
Director: Nia DaCosta
Starring: Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Iman Wellani, Zawe Ashton, Teyonah Parris, Park Seo-joon
Carol Danvers, a member of the Cree Star Troopers who fought alone in the previous film, ushered in two helpers this time - niece "Spectrum" Monica Rambo and "Amazing Girl" Kamala Khan. However, as the so-called three women play in one drama, how these three superheroes of different ages, personalities, and ambitions can eliminate their barriers and unite into one force should be the biggest attraction of the film.
The Equalizer 3
Release date: September 1
Director: Anthony Fuqua
Starring: Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, David Denman
The action series "The Emancipator", with Robert McCall, a master who lives in the city, has always maintained a good reputation. In the latest film, the 68-year-old Denzel Washington is still indispensable for gun battles. Of course, the audience loves his quiet, calm and wise coolness.
A Haunting in Venice
Release date: September 15
Director: Kenneth Branagh
Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Jamie Dornan, Michelle Yeoh, Tina Fey, Kelly Reilly
The finale of Branagh's Agatha Christie trilogy. Compared with "Murder on the Orient Express" and "Tragedy on the Nile", this "Ghost in Venice" is much less well-known in Agatha's works, but it adds to the plot.
The Expendables 4
Release date: September 22
Director: Scott Waugh
Cast: Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone, 50 Cent, Megan Fox, Dolph Lundgren, Tony Jaa
After nine years, Stallone is back with a group of his brothers. Stallone, 76, has assured that the latest will be an R-rated action movie, not a family flick.
The Exorcist
Release date: October 13
Director: David Gordon Green
Starring: Ellen Burstyn, Leslie Odom Jr.
Is the remake of the classic horror film released in 1973 new wine in old bottles or fried rice?
Dune 2
Release date: November 3
Director: Denis Villeneuve
Cast: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin
The story of the first "Dune" is actually just the beginning, and the real unfolding depends on the second part. The entire filming of the film was completed last month, and the schedule was moved up from November 17 to November 3. It seems that there is plenty of time for post-production.
Wonka
Release date: December 15
Director: Paul King
Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Olivia Colman, Rowan Atkinson, Sally Hawkins, Jim Carter
The film is adapted from the classic fairy tale written by Roald Dahl. Compared with "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" starring Johnny Depp released in 2005, "Sweet Tea" starring Willy Wonka and his experiences before opening the chocolate factory.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
Release date: December 25
Director: Wen Ziren
Starring: Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Nicole Kidman, Patrick Wilson
Another movie whose filming cycle was extended due to the epidemic, and the schedule was repeatedly revised. What is even more surprising is that in the process, due to the influence of external factors, the content of the film is also constantly changing. First, because Amber Heard lost the lawsuit with her ex-husband Johnny Depp, it was once reported that Warner was planning to delete her scenes. Later, because of James Gunn's entry into DC Films, the fate of the main characters ushered in a drastic change. According to the news after the internal test screening, the roles of Batman played by Ben Affleck and Vico played by Willem Dafoe in "Aquaman 2" have been completely deleted; on the contrary, Amber Heard's role has been retained. Regardless, however, Aquaman 2 is currently the most anticipated DC superhero movie.