Last year brought us a plethora of fantastic films that deviated from the usual superhero fare. And it seems like 2024 will continue this trend, with a nostalgic surge of familiar names that will surely captivate audiences. Get ready for some thrilling entries, including "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," "Joker: Folie à Deux" sequel, and the highly anticipated musical "Wicked." But that's not all - we can also look forward to fresh installments in beloved franchises like "Alien," "Despicable Me," and "Beetlejuice."
So, without further ado, here are 15 exclusive peeks at the movies that you absolutely cannot miss in 2024:
'Mean Girls' (Friday)
Picture: Cady (Angourie Rice, far left) falls in with the clique-y Plastics - Karen (Avantika), Regina (Renee Rapp) and Gretchen (Bebe Wood) - in the musical "Mean Girls."
Tina Fey's Broadway adaptation of "Mean Girls" features Angourie Rice in the iconic Lindsay Lohan role as Cady Heron. In this musical, Cady navigates the treacherous social landscape of high school and falls for the ex-boyfriend of Regina George, the imperious leader of the A-list Plastics clique, played by Reneé Rapp.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Argylle' (Feb. 2)
Picture: Henry Cavill stars as Agent Argylle, the literary secret of a popular spy novelist, in the action comedy "Argylle."
Henry Cavill, known for his portrayal of Superman, takes on a new role as Agent Argylle in this action-packed comedy directed by Matthew Vaughn. Bryce Dallas Howard stars as a homebody novelist whose life is turned upside down when she finds herself embroiled in the world of international espionage, all thanks to her popular literary secret agent, played by Cavill.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Lisa Frankenstein' (Feb. 9)
Picture: Kathryn Newton plays a teen goth girl who turns a resurrected Victorian corpse into her high school crush in the horror comedy "Lisa Frankenstein."
Written by Diablo Cody and directed by Zelda Williams, this horror comedy stars Kathryn Newton as an unpopular goth girl who accidentally resurrects a Victorian corpse through a lightning storm. Equipped with a tanning machine, she embarks on a murderous spree to create the perfect high school crush.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Madame Web' (Feb. 14)
Picture: New York paramedic Cassandra Webb (Dakota Johnson) sees visions of the future in the superhero adventure "Madame Web."
In the midst of the "Spider-Man" spinoffs, Dakota Johnson takes on the role of a paramedic with clairvoyant abilities in "Madame Web." She uses her newfound powers to protect three women from a mysterious villain, all while navigating the complex web of the superhero world.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Drive-Away Dolls' (Feb. 23)
Picture: Geraldine Viswanathan (left) and Margaret Qualley play friends on a road trip who wind up with a wanted briefcase in the crime comedy "Drive-Away Dolls."
Margaret Qualley and Geraldine Viswanathan star in this crime comedy directed by Ethan Coen. The story follows two friends who embark on a road trip to Florida in search of a fresh start. However, their journey takes an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a briefcase coveted by several bumbling criminals, played by Matt Damon, Pedro Pascal, and Colman Domingo.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Kung Fu Panda 4' (March 8)
Picture: Furry martial-arts warrior Po (voiced by Jack Black) tackles an evil shapeshifting lizard in the animated adventure "Kung Fu Panda 4."
Everyone's beloved martial-arts panda, Po (voiced by Jack Black), returns for another action-packed animated adventure. Po, alongside his foxy sidekick Zhen (Awkwafina), must face the nefarious Chameleon (Viola Davis), a shapeshifting lizard who aims to steal the kung fu power from every master villain Po has encountered.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Love Lies Bleeding' (March 8)
Picture: A gym manager (Kristen Stewart, right) falls for a bisexual bodybuilder (Katy O'Brien) in the romantic thriller "Love Lies Bleeding."
Directed by Rose Glass, this buzzworthy romantic thriller stars Kristen Stewart as Lou, an introverted gym manager in Las Vegas. Lou's life takes an unexpected turn when she falls for Jackie, an ambitious bisexual bodybuilder portrayed by Katy O'Brien. Their budding relationship becomes complicated due to Lou's criminal father, played by Ed Harris.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' (March 29)
Picture: Gary Grooberson (Paul Rudd) and Callie Spengler (Carrie Coon) investigate icy damage to the iconic New York firehouse in "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire."
The classic "Ghostbusters" franchise returns with a new installment, where Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Ernie Hudson reprise their roles. Carrie Coon, Mckenna Grace, and Finn Wolfhard join the cast as the Spengler family, who, along with teacher Gary (Paul Rudd), move into the Ghostbusters firehouse. Together, they face a chilling supernatural threat that terrorizes New York City.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' (March 29)
Picture: Godzilla and King Kong join forces to take down a fearsome foe in the monster movie "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire."
The epic showdown that fans have been waiting for is finally here. Following their battle in "Godzilla vs. Kong," the colossal monsters team up to protect the underground realm of Hollow Earth and the surface world from a formidable enemy.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Rebel Moon: Part Two - The Scargiver' (April 19)
Picture: Atticus Noble (Ed Skrein, center) has the military might of the villainous Imperium behind him in "Rebel Moon: Part Two - The Scargiver."
Zack Snyder's sci-fi hit receives a sequel that continues the thrilling story. Sofia Boutella stars as Kora, a rebel crew member defending their home against Atticus Noble (Ed Skrein) and the villainous Imperium. As they navigate complex pasts and a vengeful military man, they become the last line of defense for their world.
Where to watch: Netflix.
'The Fall Guy' (May 3)
Picture: Ryan Gosling takes on the role of Colt Seavers in the action comedy "The Fall Guy."
Ryan Gosling, fresh off his breakout performance in "Barbie," steps into the shoes of Colt Seavers, originally portrayed by Lee Majors in the 1980s TV show. Directed by David Leitch, this action comedy follows Seavers, a retired stuntman who finds himself thrust back into the world of danger when he helps his filmmaker ex-girlfriend (Emily Blunt) complete her big-budget movie.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' (May 10)
Picture: Noa (played by Owen Teague, left) is advised by his father, tribal elder Koro (Neil Sandilands), in the sci-fi action movie "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes."
"Walking Dead" star Owen Teague takes on the role of Noa in this sci-fi action film directed by Wes Ball. Set generations after the events of "War for the Planet of the Apes," the movie follows Noa, a young chimpanzee who forms an unlikely friendship with a feral human girl, portrayed by Freya Allan. With a tyrannical ape leader plotting to build an empire, Noa must tread the delicate path towards peace between species.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'IF' (May 17)
Picture: Cailey Fleming stars as a young girl who can see imaginary friends like her big new buddy Blue (voiced by Steve Carell) in the family comedy "IF."
Directed by John Krasinski, this family comedy revolves around a young girl named Cailey Fleming, who possesses the unique ability to see imaginary friends in need of human companionship. During her quest to help them, she stumbles upon her neighbor, played by Ryan Reynolds, who shares the same talent. Together, they embark on a delightful adventure.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Inside Out 2' (June 14)
Picture: In the mind of freshly minted teenager Riley, Joy (voiced by Amy Poehler, left) welcomes new emotion Anxiety (Maya Hawke) in the animated Pixar sequel "Inside Out 2."
The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved animated film, "Inside Out," continues the journey of Riley's emotions as she enters her teenage years. Amy Poehler returns as the voice of Joy, who must navigate a changing situation within Riley's mind with the introduction of a new emotion, Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke.
Where to watch: In theaters.
'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F' (summer)
Picture: Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) returns to SoCal when his daughter's life is threatened in "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F."
After a 30-year hiatus, the iconic detective Axel Foley, portrayed by Eddie Murphy, makes his much-anticipated return to Southern California. When his daughter's life is in grave danger, Axel reunites with his old pals and forms an unlikely partnership with a new detective, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, to uncover a deep-rooted police conspiracy.
Where to watch: Netflix.
With a lineup as exciting as this, 2024 promises to be an incredible year for movie lovers. Make sure to mark your calendars and get ready for a cinematic experience like no other!
