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Studios Pack 2026 Slate With Franchises as Dune Part 3 and Avengers: Doomsday Share Dec. 18

Critics say the franchise‑heavy lineup, punctuated by major director projects, signals theaters’ resilience even as many dates remain provisional.

Overview

  • Public calendars from multiple outlets align on a crowded 2026 that leans on sequels and brand extensions alongside auteur showcases.
  • Dune Part 3 and Avengers: Doomsday are both dated for Dec. 18, 2026, creating a high‑profile same‑day pairing that could still change.
  • Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is listed for July 17, Spider‑Man: Brand New Day for July 31, Toy Story 5 for June 19, and Project Hail Mary for March 20.
  • Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day currently appears on June 12 in calendars, and The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is set for Nov. 20.
  • Roundups repeatedly caution that early schedules are fluid, while the strong 2025 and this robust slate are cited as reasons for optimism about theatrical attendance.