EnglishMovies - Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer / Amazon MGM Studios Films Set for 2026 : A Powerful Year of Ambition, Star Power and Bold Storytelling on Screens Worldwide
By Mulder, 24 december 2025
2026 is already shaping up to be one of the most exciting cinematic years in recent memory for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Amazon MGM Studios, bringing together acclaimed directors, visionary writers, and some of the most anticipated performances from Hollywood’s biggest names. What is striking when looking at the line-up is how ambitious every project feels, whether grounded in intense human drama, explosive spectacle, psychological mystery, literary prestige, or nostalgic pop-culture energy. Backed by major industry figures, guided by carefully shaped production strategies and supported by international distribution partnerships – notably with Sony Pictures Releasing International in key territories – these films clearly demonstrate that Amazon MGM Studios intends to build not just content, but memorable cinematic experiences designed to resonate deeply with global audiences.
The year begins with Mercy a tense, near-future thriller directed by Timur Bekmambetov and written by Marco van Belle, with a premise that immediately feels chillingly plausible: a detective accused of murdering his wife must prove his innocence in only 90 minutes, while judged by an artificial intelligence system he helped create. Produced by industry heavyweight Charles Roven alongside Robert Amidon, Timur Bekmambetov and Majd Nassif, and starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson, the film promises a race-against-time thriller powered by emotional stakes and technological anxiety. With cinematography by Khalid Mohtaseb and editing by Austin Keeling and Lam T. Nguyen, this 100-minute feature, produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Atlas Entertainment and Bazelevs Company, and distributed by Amazon MGM Studios in the United States and Sony Pictures Releasing International in France, arrives January 23, 2026 in the U.S. and January 28, 2026 in France, and already feels like one of the first big cinematic talking points of the year.
Only days later, audiences are thrown into an explosive family drama with The Wrecking Crew, directed by Ángel Manuel Soto and written by Jonathan Tropper, bringing together Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista, Claes Bang, Temuera Morrison, Jacob Batalon, Frankie Adams, Miyavi, Maia Kealoha, Stephen Root and Morena Baccarin for what promises to be a muscular yet emotional thriller. Produced by Jeffrey Fierson, Lynn Harris, Matt Reeves, Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista, with cinematography by Matt Flannery and music by Bobby Krlic, this Prime Video-distributed feature follows two estranged half-brothers forced together by the mysterious death of their father, which unravels dangerous secrets and a conspiracy threatening everything they love. Running 122 minutes and produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, 6th & Idaho Productions and Hard J Productions, the film releases January 28, 2026 and looks like a powerful blend of emotional depth and raw spectacle.
Crime lovers will immediately be drawn to Crime 101, written and directed by Bart Layton and based on the work of acclaimed author Don Winslow, with a powerhouse cast including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro, Corey Hawkins, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Nick Nolte and Halle Berry. Produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Derrin Schlesinger, Dimitri Doganis, Bart Layton, Shane Salerno, Chris Hemsworth and Ben Grayson, this 140-minute film shot by Erik Wilson, edited by Jacob Secher Schulsinger and Julian Hart, and scored by Blanck Mass, explores high-end jewelry thefts along the Pacific coast, with investigators suspecting cartel involvement – though one determined inspector believes the truth is far more personal and human. Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios in the U.S. and Canada and Sony Pictures Releasing International worldwide, this February 13, 2026 release has all the ingredients of a gripping, character-driven thriller.
Then comes one of the most anticipated science-fiction adventures of the year, Project Hail Mary (Projet dernière chance), directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, written by Drew Goddard, and based on the acclaimed novel by Andy Weir. Produced by Amy Pascal, Ryan Gosling, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Aditya Sood, Rachel O’Connor and Andy Weir, with cinematography by Greig Fraser and music by Daniel Pemberton, the film stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung and Milana Vayntrub in a visually ambitious and emotionally human space story. Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios in the United States and Sony Pictures Releasing International in France, and releasing March 20, 2026, it follows Ryland Grace, a former science teacher who wakes up alone on a spacecraft with no memory, only to slowly uncover that he is the last hope in stopping a cosmic threat to the Sun and saving humanity, with the film promising thrilling science, emotional storytelling, and an unexpected friendship that could define the film’s heart.
On May 8, 2026, audiences will discover the wonderfully original and darkly charming The Sheep Detectives, directed by Kyle Balda and written by Craig Mazin, based on the bestseller by Leonie Swann. Produced by Lindsay Doran, Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner, with cinematography by George Steel, editing by Paul Machliss, Martin Walsh and Al LeVine, and music by Heitor Pereira, the film features an extraordinary voice and cast ensemble including Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Emma Thompson, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O’Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein and Rhys Darby. Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, Working Title Films, Lord Miller Productions and Three Strange Angels Productions, this Amazon MGM Studios U.S. release tells the story of a flock of sheep who, after years of listening to mystery novels read aloud by their shepherd, decide to solve his murder themselves, blending humor, intelligence, and emotional depth in a way that feels both daring and irresistibly charming.
Nostalgia and epic fantasy return with Masters of the Universe, directed by Travis Knight, written by Christopher John Butler, Aaron Nee, Adam Nee and Dave Callaham, from a story by Aaron Nee, Adam Nee, Alex Litvak and Michael Finch, and based on the legendary Mattel franchise. Produced by Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch and Robbie Brenner, with cinematography by Fabian Wagner and editing by Paul Rubell, this highly anticipated adventure stars Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, Alison Brie, Idris Elba, Morena Baccarin, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, James Purefoy, Charlotte Riley, Sasheer Zamata and Kristen Wiig. Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Mattel Studios and Escape Artists and distributed by Amazon MGM Studios in the United States, the film releases June 5, 2026 and promises an epic, emotional journey in which Prince Adam becomes He-Man, the last hope to save Eternia from the technologically corrupt forces of Skeletor, merging spectacle with mythology in a vibrant cinematic revival.
Later in the year comes How to Rob a Bank, directed by David Leitch and written by Mark Bianculli, produced by Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, Allan Mandelbaum, David Leitch and Kelly McCormick, and starring Nicholas Hoult, Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson, Zoë Kravitz, Rhenzy Feliz, John C. Reilly and Christian Slater. With cinematography by Jonathan Sela and editing by Elisabet Ronaldsdottir, and produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Imagine Entertainment and 87North Productions, this Amazon MGM Studios U.S. release arriving September 4, 2026 offers a sharp and modern take on crime storytelling, as a gang decides to “document” their bank robberies on social media, only to find themselves tracked by law enforcement, exploring fame, recklessness and the dark reality beneath online spectacle.
Suspense takes a psychological turn with Verity, directed by Michael Showalter, written by Nick Antosca and based on the bestselling novel by Colleen Hoover, who also serves as producer alongside Nick Antosca, Alex Hedlund, Michael Showalter, Jordana Mollick, Anne Hathaway, Colleen Hoover, Stacey Sher, and produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Eat the Cat, Semi-Formal Productions, Somewhere Pictures, Heartbones Entertainment and Shiny Penny Productions. Starring Dakota Johnson, Anne Hathaway and Josh Hartnett, and distributed by Amazon MGM Studios in the United States and Sony Pictures Releasing International in France, the film arrives September 30, 2026 in France and October 2, 2026 in the U.S., telling the unsettling story of Lowen Ashleigh, hired by Jeremy Crawford to complete the work of his wife Verity Crawford after a mysterious accident, uncovering disturbing secrets that blur truth and manipulation, promising an emotionally intense and deeply gripping viewing experience.
Finally, 2026 closes with Madden, a biographical drama directed by David O. Russell, written by Cambron Clark and David O. Russell, and starring Nicolas Cage, Christian Bale, Kathryn Hahn, John Mulaney, Sienna Miller and Shane Gillis. Produced by Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, David O. Russell, Jonathan Shukat and Steve Tisch, with cinematography by Robert Richardson and editing by Alan Baumgarten, and produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Escape Artists and SMAC Entertainment, this Prime Video release arriving November 26, 2026 in both the United States and France retraces the life of John Madden, exploring not only his incredible sports legacy but also his central role in the creation and impact of the iconic Madden NFL video game franchise, promising an emotionally rich, character-driven portrait brought to life by one of modern cinema’s most distinctive filmmakers.
Across genres, formats and tones, Amazon MGM Studios and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer are clearly presenting 2026 as a year of scale, creativity and confidence, with each project carefully built around strong storytelling foundations, exceptional talent, and a clear intent to deliver films that will not only entertain but leave a lasting impression. If cinema thrives on ambition, bold voices and unforgettable characters, then this lineup suggests a year that could genuinely define conversation across theaters, homes, festivals and audiences worldwide.
Mercy
Directed by Timur Bekmambetov
Written by Marco van Belle
Produced by Charles Roven, Robert Amidon, Timur Bekmambetov, Majd Nassif
Starring Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson
Cinematography : Khalid Mohtaseb
Edited by Austin Keeling, Lam T. Nguyen
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Atlas Entertainment, Bazelevs Company
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (United States), Sony Pictures Releasing International (France)
Release date : January 23, 2026 (United States), January 28, 2026 (France)
Running time : 100 minutes
Synopsis : In the near future, a detective is accused of murdering his wife. Tried by a high-performance artificial intelligence system that he himself helped to develop, he has only 90 minutes to prove his innocence... before it seals his fate.
The Wrecking Crew
Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto
Written by Jonathan Tropper
Produced by Jeffrey Fierson, Lynn Harris, Matt Reeves, Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista
Starring Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista, Claes Bang, Temuera Morrison, Jacob Batalon, Frankie Adams, Miyavi, Maia Kealoha, Stephen Root, Morena Baccarin
Cinematography : Matt Flannery
Music by Bobby Krlic
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, 6th & Idaho Productions, Hard J Productions
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (via Prime Video), Amzzon Prime Vide (France)
Release date : January 28, 2026
Running time : 122 minutes
Synopsis : Jonny and James, two estranged half-brothers, are forced to reunite after the mysterious death of their father. As they try to uncover the truth, buried secrets resurface and loyalties are tested, revealing a conspiracy that threatens to destroy their family. Together, they are prepared to destroy everything in their path.
Crime 101
Written and directed by Bart Layton
Based on Crime 101 by Don Winslow
Produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Derrin Schlesinger, Dimitri Doganis, Bart Layton, Shane Salerno, Chris Hemsworth, Ben Grayson
Starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro, Corey Hawkins, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Nick Nolte, Halle Berry
Cinematography : Erik Wilson
Edited by Jacob Secher Schulsinger, Julian Hart
Music by Blanck Mass
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, Raw, Working Title Films, The Story Factory, Wild State
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (Canada/United States), Sony Pictures Releasing International (International)
Release date : February 13, 2026 (United States)
Running time : 140 minutes
Synopsis : Jewelry thefts are occurring on the Pacific coast, and the police have established a link between these thefts and Colombian cartels. Inspector Lou Lubesnick has another idea about who is responsible.
Project Hail Mary
Directed by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Written by Drew Goddard
Based on Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Produced by Amy Pascal, Ryan Gosling, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Aditya Sood, Rachel O'Connor, Andy Weir
Starring Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, Milana Vayntrub
Cinematography : Greig Fraser
Music by Daniel Pemberton
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Pascal Pictures, General Admission, Lord Miller Productions, Waypoint Entertainment
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (United States), Sony Pictures Releasing International (France)
Release date : March 20, 2026 (United States)
Synopsis : Ryland Grace, a science teacher, wakes up alone aboard a spaceship, light years away from Earth, with no memory of his identity or why he is on board. Gradually, his memory returns, and he understands the stakes of his mission: to solve the mystery of the mysterious substance that is causing the Sun to die. To try to save humanity, he will have to draw on his scientific knowledge and unconventional ideas... But an unexpected friendship may help him not to face this mission alone.
The Sheep Detectives
Directed by Kyle Balda
Written by Craig Mazin
Based on Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann
Produced by Lindsay Doran, Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner
Starring Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Emma Thompson, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein, Rhys Darby
Cinematography : George Steel
Edited by Paul Machliss, Martin Walsh, Al LeVine
Music by Heitor Pereira
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, Working Title Films, Lord Miller Productions, Three Strange Angels Productions
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (United States)
Release date : 8 May 2026 (United States)
Synopsis : Every evening, a shepherd reads aloud a mystery novel, pretending that his sheep can understand it. When he is found dead, the sheep immediately understand that it was murder.
Masters of the Universe
Directed by Travis Knight
Written by Christopher John Butler, Aaron Nee, Adam Nee, Dave Callaham
Story by Aaron Nee, Adam Nee, Alex Litvak, Michael Finch
Based on Masters of the Universe by Mattel
Produced by Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, Robbie Brenner
Starring Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, Alison Brie, Idris Elba, Morena Baccarin, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, James Purefoy, Charlotte Riley, Sasheer Zamata, Kristen Wiig
Cinematography : Fabian Wagner
Edited by Paul Rubell
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Mattel Studios, Escape Artists
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (United States)
Release date : June 5, 2026 (United States)
Synopsis : Prince Adam transforms into a warrior called He-Man, becoming the last hope for the magical land of Eternia, ravaged by technology and the evil Skeletor.
How to Rob a Bank
Directed by David Leitch
Written by Mark Bianculli
Produced by Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, Allan Mandelbaum, David Leitch, Kelly McCormick
Starring Nicholas Hoult, Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson, Zoë Kravitz, Rhenzy Feliz, John C. Reilly, Christian Slater
Cinematography : Jonathan Sela
Edited by Elisabet Ronaldsdottir
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Imagine Entertainment, 87North Productions
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (United States)
Release date : September 4, 2026 (United States)
Synopsis : A team of bank robbers uses social media to “document” their robberies. However, this leads the police to track them down.
Verity
Directed by Michael Showalter
Written by Nick Antosca
Based on Verity by Colleen Hoover
Produced by Nick Antosca, Alex Hedlund, Michael Showalter, Jordana Mollick, Anne Hathaway, Colleen Hoover, Stacey Sher
Starring Dakota Johnson, Anne Hathaway, Josh Hartnett
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Eat the Cat, Semi-Formal Productions, Somewhere Pictures, Heartbones Entertainment, Shiny Penny Productions
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (United States), Sony Pictures Releasing International (France)
Release date : September 30, 2026 (France), October 2, 2026 (United States)
Synopsis : Jeremy Crawford, husband of Verity Crawford, author of best-selling thrillers, hires Lowen Ashleigh to finish the last books in a successful series that his wife was unable to complete following a mysterious accident...
Madden
Directed by David O. Russell
Written by Cambron Clark, David O. Russell
Produced by Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, David O. Russell, Jonathan Shukat, Steve Tisch
Starring Nicolas Cage, Christian Bale, Kathryn Hahn, John Mulaney, Sienna Miller, Shane Gillis
Cinematography : Robert Richardson
Edited by Alan Baumgarten
Production companies : Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Escape Artists, SMAC Entertainment
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios (via Prime Video)
Release date : November 26, 2026 (United States, France)
Synopsis : Madden retrace la vie de John Madden et son implication dans le développement de la série de jeux vidéo Madden NFL.