The largest celebration of Italian culture and film outside Italy, the ST. ALi Italian Film Festival, returns to cinema screens this September – October with an unmissable selection of the best new Italian cinema!

The Greek Film Festival promotes contemporary Greek cinema and provides a platform for Greek filmmakers to share their unique stories and perspectives. It also offers cultural initiatives through collaboration with modern Australian society and its film festivals, fostering multiculturalism in a respectful, modern, and diverse manner.

Soak up culture, community and the craic at Palace cinemas! Now in its 11th year, the Irish Film Festival has grown to encompass 5 cities - Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra and Perth.

From Scott Cooper, director of the Oscar-winning music-drama Crazy Heart, comes the gritty, soul-searching biopic, SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE. Based on Warren Zanes' 2023 book and starring Golden Globe winner Jeremy Allen White (The Bear, The Iron Claw), the highly anticipated biopic follows Bruce Springsteen's journey crafting his hauntingly raw 1982 album “Nebraska”, which emerged as he recorded Born in the USA with the E Street Band. In the early 80s, Bruce Springsteen (Allen White) is a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom. As the E Street Band rides the high of The River tour, Bruce finds himself increasingly disillusioned by the expectations of stardom. Retreating into solitude in his modest New Jersey home with nothing but a four-track recorder and his guitar, he lays bare a collection of dark, deeply personal songs that will ultimately redefine his legacy. Told through a mix of intimate moments, flashbacks, and stark Americana visuals, SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE explores Bruce’s fraught relationship with his father, his lifelong struggle with mental health, and his refusal to conform to the commercial demands of the music industry. Peeling back the layers of a rock icon at a crossroad, the film sees Springsteen confront his own demons in pursuit of truth through music, leading to an album that is widely considered to be one of his most enduring works. Co-starring Oscar nominee Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice, Succession) as music critic Jon Landau, SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE is helmed by a crew of biopic familiars, creating a real and rare visionary wonder set to be as powerful as the work it is based on.

Narrated by Italian-Australian actress Greta Scacchi, this fascinating documentary written, directed and produced by the creators of LYGON ST - Si Parla Italiano, Angelo Pricolo, Jason McFadyen and Shannon Swan, SIGNORINELLA: LITTLE MISS celebrates the tenacity and spirit of Italian women who helped shape the Italian-Australian community. In the wake of WWII, a new wave of Italian immigrants arrived in Australia, seeking to rebuild their lives far from the devastation they left behind. Among them were women who embodied resilience, determination and a sense of adventure. From raising families while running small businesses, to transforming Australia’s food, fashion, media and cultural landscape, these women did more than adapt - they thrived. Capturing a legacy that still echoes through the community today and featuring interviews with a range of influential women including Allegra Spender, Carla Zampatti and Tina Arena, they share their stories of hardship, resilience and triumph. Through personal narratives and historical insights, this documentary is a tribute to the power of determination, creativity, and the enduring spirit of women who dared to dream.

Some search for battle, others are born into it.  Academy Award-nominated, BAFTA-winning filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson (There Will Be Blood) and Academy Award and BAFTA winner Leonardo DiCaprio join forces for one of the most anticipated cinema events of the year with the darkly comedic action thriller, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER. Loosely inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s 1990 novel 'Vineland', Anderson has concocted an explosive combination of cutting black comedy, whip-smart political satire and edge-of-your-seat action blockbuster. When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunites to rescue one of their own's daughter. Anderson's bold visual style and evocative character explorations are perfectly matched by powerhouse performances from DiCaprio and the fully-loaded all-star ensemble cast, including Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, Wood Harris, Alana Haim, and Oscar and BAFTA winners Benicio del Toro and Sean Penn.

Only monsters play God… From Oscar-winning visionary Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth, The Shape of Water) comes FRANKENSTEIN, a bold and haunting reimagining of Mary Shelley’s classic tale. Oscar Isaac (Ex Machina, Inside Llewyn Davis) stars as Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant yet egotistical scientist whose obsession with defying death leads to a monstrous creation. Jacob Elordi (Saltburn, Priscilla) delivers a career-best performance as the Creature - born of ambition, but doomed by rejection. Their fateful connection ultimately spells the downfall of both creator and creation. With his signature craftsmanship, del Toro conjures Gothic grandeur, rich symbolism, breathtaking production design and a sweeping, lyrical score to deliver a powerful meditation on isolation, forgiveness, and the cost of unchecked ambition. Featuring standout performances from scream queen Mia Goth (Pearl, X) and Oscar winner Christoph Waltz (Inglourious Basterds, Django Unchained), FRANKENSTEIN is more than a horror story - it’s a soulful resurrection of a literary masterpiece.

From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name, Challengers), AFTER THE HUNT is a gripping psychological drama that probes the complex power dynamics, trust and consent, and far-reaching consequences of silence within the charged world of academia. Julia Roberts stars as a respected college professor whose world is turned upside down when her brilliant and outspoken student (Ayo Edebiri) accuses one of her closest colleagues (Andrew Garfield) of serious misconduct. As the academic community reels from the revelation, the professor is forced to navigate a treacherous landscape of loyalty, morality, and professional ethics. Meanwhile, the turmoil awakens a dark secret from her own past - one she has long buried - that threatens to unravel not only her career but her very sense of self. Tense and emotionally charged, AFTER THE HUNT explores the ripple effects of accusation and denial within a microcosm of power and privilege, posing difficult questions about complicity and courage. This layered drama, rich in nuance and moral ambiguity, will make its highly anticipated world premiere out of competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival.

The further we go, the closer we become. From legendary Australian filmmaker Bruce Beresford - the acclaimed director behind four-time Oscar winning dramedy ‘Driving Miss Daisy’, as well as ‘Mao’s Last Dancer’ and ‘Ladies in Black’ - comes the poignant, funny and heartwarming family story, THE TRAVELLERS. When charismatic stage designer Stephen Seary (Luke Bracey) returns to his small hometown in Australia to say goodbye to his dying mother, what was meant to be a brief visit unravels into a whirlwind of chaos, drama, and at times downright funny moments. As Stephen navigates family responsibilities, a difficult relationship with his father (Bryan Brown), run-ins with old friends and past lovers, and a ticking clock to return to Europe for a major opera production, he’s forced to confront what truly matters. Shot in regional WA with support from Screen Australia, the family drama stars celebrated Aussie actors Luke Bracey, Bryan Brown and Susie Porter. It’s a moving portrait of family, identity, and the inescapable pull of home.

Directed by Josh Boone (The Fault In Our Stars) and based on the best-selling novel by Colleen Hoover, REGRETTING YOU arrives as the highly anticipated second adaptation of Hoover’s novels following last year’s BookTok blockbuster, 'It Ends With Us'. The touching romantic drama features an all-star cast led by Allison Williams (M3GAN, Get Out), Mckenna Grace (Gifted, Ghostbusters: Afterlife), Dave Franco (Together, Now You See Me), and Mason Thames (The Black Phone, How to Train Your Dragon). The film centres on the strained relationship between young mother Morgan Grant (Williams) and her teenage daughter Clara (Grace), exacerbated by Morgan's husband Chris's (Scott Eastwood) tragic death, as they face what’s left behind after a devastating accident reveals a shocking betrayal and forces them to confront family secrets, redefine love, and rediscover each other. A heart-wrenching exploration of the complexities in mother-daughter bonds, grief and first love, prepare your emotions - and maybe your tissues - for another moving adaptation from the mind of the #1 New York Times bestselling author.

In a sedate corner of Massachusetts circa 1970, JB Mooney (Josh O’Connor) an unemployed carpenter turned amateur art thief, plans his first big heist. When things go haywire, his life unravels.

After meeting in a twin bereavement support group, Roman (Dylan O'Brien) and Dennis (James Sweeney) develop an unlikely bromance as they both search for solace and an identity without their better halves. They soon become inseparable, but old wounds reopen that will have permanent consequences for their friendship. Lauren Graham and Aisling Franciosi also star in this stirring, whip-smart, wholly original dark-comedy from breakout multi hyphenate director James Sweeney.

For the first time, Chainsaw Man slashes his way onto the big screen in an epic, action-fueled adventure that continues the hugely popular anime series. Denji worked as a Devil Hunter for the yakuza, trying to pay off the debt he inherited from his parents, until the yakuza betrayed him and had him killed. As he was losing consciousness, Denji’s beloved chainsaw-powered devil-dog, Pochita, made a deal with Denji and saved his life. This fused the two together, creating the unstoppable Chainsaw Man. Now, in a brutal war between devils, hunters, and secret enemies, a mysterious girl named Reze has stepped into his world, and Denji faces his deadliest battle yet, fueled by love in a world where survival knows no rules.

Based on an unbelievable true story, Roofman follows Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum), a former Army Ranger and struggling father who turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for Leigh (Kirsten Dunst), a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in.

SHELBY OAKS follows Mia as she frantically searches for her sister Riley, who ominously disappeared in the last tape of her investigative series, ‘Paranormal Paranoids’. As Mia discovers new and disturbing leads related to Riley’s disappearance, she uncovers evidence of a hidden supernatural evil dating all the way back to her and Riley’s childhood.

Fresh off the success of his hit thriller Conclave (2024), Oscar-nominated director Edward Berger delivers a gripping character study featuring Oscar nominee Colin Farrell as a high-stakes travelling gambler, and Oscar winner Tilda Swinton as the private investigator determined to bring him down. When his past and his debts start to catch up with him, a high-stakes gambler laying low in Macau encounters a kindred spirit who might just hold the key to his salvation.

Four years ago, 13-year-old Finn killed his abductor and escaped, becoming the sole survivor of The Grabber. But true evil transcends death … and the phone is ringing again. Four-time Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke returns to the most sinister role of his career as The Grabber seeks vengeance on Finn (Mason Thames) from beyond the grave by menacing Finn’s younger sister, Gwen (Madeleine McGraw). As Finn, now 17, struggles with life after his captivity, the headstrong 15-year-old Gwen begins receiving calls in her dreams from the black phone and seeing disturbing visions of three boys being stalked at a winter camp known as Alpine Lake. Determined to solve the mystery and end the torment for both her and her brother, Gwen persuades Finn to visit the camp during a winter storm. There, she uncovers a shattering intersection between The Grabber and her own family’s history. Together, she and Finn must confront a killer who has grown more powerful in death and more significant to them than either could imagine. From returning visionary writer-director Scott Derrickson, Black Phone 2 is written again by Derrickson & C. Robert Cargill, based on characters created by Joe Hill. The film is produced by Jason Blum, Derrickson and Cargill. The executive producers are Joe Hill, Adam Hendricks and Ryan Turek.

It's almost time to bid farewell... Acclaimed period director Simon Curtis (Downton Abbey: A New Era, My Week with Marilyn) reunites with Oscar-winning writer and creator of the beloved period drama franchise, Julian Fellowes, for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE – a moving and majestic final chapter to one of cinema’s most cherished British sagas. The cinematic return follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930s. When Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. With secrets revealed, old flames rekindled, and long-standing loyalties tested, the Crawleys must embrace change while the staff prepare for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future. Featuring the return of dazzling Highclere Castle favourites, this cinematic event promises to deliver wit, romance, and regal splendour in classic Downton Abbey fashion. Fifteen years in the making, don’t miss the unforgettable final instalment to this Emmy and Golden Globe-winning phenomenon.

After eight years away from cinema, Academy Award winning director Kathryn Bigelow (The Hurt Locker, Zero Dark Thirty) returns with the critically acclaimed explosive thriller, A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE. The chilling drama gives an excruciatingly tense portrayal of a nuclear attack on the United States with phenomenal performances from a stellar ensemble cast including, Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, Moses Ingram, Jonah Hauer-King, Greta Lee, and Jason Clarke. When a single, unattributed missile is launched at the United States, a race begins to determine who is responsible and how to respond. With a riveting script from former president of NBC News, Noah Oppenheim, and Bigelow’s masterful execution for unrelenting, nail-biting storytelling, A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE is a terrifyingly timely and sobering warning about the catastrophic potential of nuclear war.

There’s no going back… An electrifying new sci-fi action spectacle erupts onto the screen with Disney’s explosive, TRON: ARES. Directed by Joachim Rønning (Young Woman and the Sea, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales), this high-octane third instalment in the TRON franchise is a bold follow-up to Joseph Kosinski’s TRON: Legacy, pushing the boundaries of the digital frontier once again. The story follows Ares, a highly advanced Program, who is sent from the digital world into the real one on a high-stakes mission - marking the first contact between humanity and an A.I. being. As worlds collide, so do ideologies, setting the stage for pulse-pounding action, jaw-dropping visuals, and a battle for the future of both realms. Oscar winner Jared Leto (Dallas Buyers Club, Morbius) leads as Ares, joined by Greta Lee (Past Lives), Evan Peters (X-Men franchise), Gillian Anderson (The X-Files, The Crown), and Oscar winner Jeff Bridges (The Big Lebowski, Hell or High Water) - a powerhouse ensemble to match the film’s stunning scale. And fuelling the digital mayhem? A thunderous original score by Grammy Award-winning rock legends Nine Inch Nails.

Genre-bending writer-director Benny Safdie (Uncut Gems) reunites with indie film favourite, A24, for the highly anticipated drama, THE SMASHING MACHINE, starring real-life WWE champion Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in the career-defining role of UFC legend Mark Kerr. In the late 90s, a campaign is set up to have the brutal Ultimate Fighting Championship banned, turning all eyes to the competition and its competitors. Up-and-coming fighter Mark Kerr (Johnson) reaches all-time career peaks under the glorious spotlight. Though personal struggles with addiction, winning and love disrupt his trajectory as the balance between man and machine turns red. Based on the unforgettable true story, this visceral biopic, exploring both Kerr and his sport, chronicles the heights and trials of the fight and fighter as they both became a worldwide phenomenon. Johnson’s dramatic edge alongside chemistry with returning Jungle Cruise co-star and Oscar-nominee, Emily Blunt (Oppenheimer), has audiences buzzing. Incredibly immersive, aesthetically exciting, and promising to evoke a roller coaster of emotions, Safdie continues to push the envelope, delivering an awe-inspiring story that feels genuinely raw and authentic.

From acclaimed director Jay Roach (Meet the Parents, Bombshell) and Oscar-nominated screenwriter Tony McNamara (The Favourite), THE ROSES is a biting satirical black comedy that reimagines Warren Adler’s 1981 novel ‘The War of the Roses’. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman, the film delves into the unravelling of a seemingly perfect marriage. Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Colman) and Theo (Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nosedives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites. With a stellar supporting cast including Kate McKinnon, Andy Samberg, Allison Janney, and Ncuti Gatwa, THE ROSES offers a contemporary twist on a classic tale, exploring themes of ambition, identity, and the complexities of modern relationships.

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.

KANGAROO is a heart-warming family comedy about ex TV personality, Chris Masterman, who becomes stranded in an Outback town outside Alice Springs. There, he teams up with 12-year-old Indigenous girl Charlie. The pair form an unlikely friendship and work together to rescue and rehabilitate orphaned joeys in the remote but stunning Outback community - an endeavour that proves to be life-changing for them both.

In the new chapter from DreamWorks Animation’s acclaimed 2022 action-comedy hit about a crackerjack criminal crew of animal outlaws, The Bad Guys are struggling to find trust and acceptance in their newly minted lives as Good Guys, when they are pulled out of retirement and forced to do “one last job” by an all-female squad of criminals. Based on the New York Times best-selling book series by Aaron Blabey, The Bad Guys 2 reunites the film’s all-star cast and filmmakers. Returning to their roles as The Bad Guys are Academy Award® winner Sam Rockwell as dashing reformed pickpocket Mr. Wolf; Marc Maron as safe-cracker Mr. Snake, Craig Robinson as master-of-disguise Mr. Shark, Grammy winner Anthony Ramos as the short-fused Mr.Piranha and Golden Globe winner Awkwafina as expert hacker Ms. Tarantula, aka “Webs”. The A-list comedic cast includes the return of Zazie Beetz as Diana Foxington, BAFTA winner Richard Ayoade as Professor Marmalade, Emmy winner Alex Borstein as police chief Misty Luggins and Lilly Singh as Tiffany Fluffit.

What comes after 11? We’re about to find out. Forty-one years after the comedy classic "This is Spinal Tap," SPINAL TAP II: THE END CONTINUES reunites director Rob Reiner with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer as they reprise their iconic roles as the legendary heavy metal band Spinal Tap in this long-awaited sequel. Featuring Elton John, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Questlove, and more. Forty-one years after the release of the groundbreaking mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, the now estranged bandmates David St. Hubbins, Nigel Tufnel, and Derek Smalls (Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, and Harry Shearer) are forced to reunite for one final concert. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues also marks the resurrection of documentarian Marty Di Bergi (Rob Reiner), who once again tries to capture his favourite metal gods as they contemplate mortality—and the hope that their 12th drummer doesn’t join them in The Great Beyond. Joined by music royalty Paul McCartney and Elton John, Spinal Tap wrestles with their checkered past to put on a concert that they hope will solidify their place in the pantheon of rock ’n' roll.

What if you could open a doorway and walk through it to re-live a defining moment from your past? Visionary director Kogonada (Columbus, After Yang) returns with A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY, a romantic fantasy-adventure starring the phenomenal Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell. Written by Emmy winner Seth Reiss (The Menu), this funny, emotionally rich and deeply thought-provoking tale follows a couple who travel through time to better understand one another - and themselves. Sarah (Margot Robbie) and David (Colin Farrell) are single strangers who meet at a mutual friend's wedding. Soon after, through a surprising twist of fate, they find themselves together on A Big Bold Beautiful Journey – a sweeping adventure where they get to relive defining moments from their respective pasts. As they retrace the paths that shaped them, they begin to uncover how they got to where they are in the present… and whether they might still have the power to change what comes next. Featuring an all-star supporting cast including Golden Globe winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag), Oscar winner Kevin Kline (A Fish Called Wanda), Lily Rabe (The Great Lillian Hall), and Billy Magnussen (Lilo & Stitch), A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY invites audiences to reflect and rediscover what it truly means to live fully. With wit, wonder, and emotional depth, the film underscores the power of confronting the past as a way to open the heart to love in the present.

DreamWorks Animation elevates its global smash streaming series into its first ever cinematic adventure with Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie. In the new film, Gabby (Laila Lockhart Kraner, reprising her role from the series) heads out on a road trip with her Grandma Gigi (four-time Grammy Award winner Gloria Estefan) to the urban wonderland of Cat Francisco. But when Gabby’s dollhouse, her most prized possession, ends up in the hands of an eccentric cat lady named Vera (Oscar® nominee Kristen Wiig), Gabby sets off on an adventure through the real world to get the Gabby Cats back together and save the dollhouse before it’s too late. The all-star comedic voice cast includes Saturday Night Live powerhouses Ego Nwodim, Kyle Mooney and Melissa Villaseñor, as well as Emmy nominee Thomas Lennon (Reno 911!, American Dad!), Jason Mantzoukas (Invincible, Big Mouth), and Fortune Feimster (Fortune Feimster: Crushing It, Velma). The beloved series voice cast reprises their roles as Pandy Paws, CatRat, Cakey, DJ Catnip, Baby Box, MerCat and more.

Earning one of the biggest standing ovations at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND is a heartwarming, critically adored British dramedy starring three-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan. Directed by James Griffiths (A Million Little Things, Episodes) based on his award-winning 2007 short film, ‘The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island’, this fresh, charming and emotionally resonant tale of miscommunication, lost love and renewed hope stars UK comedy veterans Tom Basden and Tim Key, who also co-wrote the film, alongside Sian Clifford, Akemnji Ndifornyen and Carey Mulligan. After agreeing to do a private gig on a remote island, international music superstar Herb McGwyer (Basden) is perplexed to learn that he’ll be playing for an audience of one - eccentric lottery winner Charles (Key). And the seaside concert he’s set to do? That’s actually a reunion show for McGwyer Mortimer, the folk-rock duo that launched his career years before. Reuniting with his ex-bandmate and former lover Nell (Mulligan) after nearly a decade of estrangement stirs up old feelings - made even more complicated by her husband Michael (Ndifornyen) having accompanied her on the journey. As the musicians re-engage with their back catalogue in preparation for the big show, Herb and Nell find their musical chemistry remains as strong as ever, but old wounds soon begin to resurface, jeopardising everything. Somehow, amiable Charles must find a way to manage a collection of strong personalities if he’s to witness his dream performance.

When satirist John Clarke died in 2017, the world mourned an icon. A defining comedic voice who wrote and appeared in numerous films and TV productions, and who – in a beloved double act with Bryan Dawe – skewered political hypocrisy for almost 30 years on current affairs shows, he gave away very little about his own life. At home, by contrast, he was an open book. In a remarkable series of recorded conversations between John and his daughter, writer/director Lorin Clarke, he traces his steadfast resistance to authority back to his childhood and offers delightful insights into his four decades in the entertainment industry. Weaving together personal anecdotes, a rich television archive, tales from international comedy greats and riches from more than 200 boxes of Clarke’s work and letters, this MIFF Premiere Fund–supported documentary is a deeply personal insight into a legend of the antipodean screen, and a tribute to the disruptive power of creativity.

In a dystopian near-future, 100 teenage boys must embark on an annual competitive test known as "The Long Walk". The rules are simple: maintain a speed above 4 miles per hour. Receive three warnings in an hour and you’re shot dead. The last one walking gets whatever he wants for the rest of his life. Under these grim circumstances the boys develop deep friendships despite knowing that each of their friends’ survival is a threat to their own.

One of France’s most beloved and awarded actors, the remarkable Daniel Auteuil is also an accomplished writer and director in his own right, and the engrossing new legal thriller THE THREAD finds him once again in top form. Auteuil stars as Jean Monier, a well-past his prime defence lawyer who – ever since discovering he was responsible for a killer being exonerated – now prefers to work as a prosecutor. But one evening Jean agrees to help his over-committed wife and fellow counsel Annie (Sidse Babett Knudsen) by meeting with Nicolas Milik (Grégory Gadebois), a shell-shocked father of five who has just been arrested for the murder of his troubled wife. Milik’s predicament inexplicably touches Jean; the more he pieces together the events of the night in question, the more he becomes convinced of Milik’s innocence. Soon Jean rediscovers his passion for his vocation, and becomes obsessed with exposing the killer. Characterised by typically first-rate performances from its stellar cast, this pulled-from-the-headlines drama - based on true events and adapted from the memoirs of lawyer-turned-bestselling author Jean-Yves Moyart - is a gripping exploration of guilt, conceit and the slippery nature of justice. A major word of mouth hit at the French box office in late 2024, THE THREAD packs a genuine punch, with a conclusion that lingers long after the credits have rolled.

From New Line Cinema comes the ninth entry in the theatrical Conjuring universe, The Conjuring: Last Rites, directed by franchise veteran Michael Chaves and produced by franchise architects James Wan and Peter Safran. The Conjuring: Last Rites delivers another thrilling chapter of the iconic Conjuring cinematic universe, based on real events. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reunite for one last case as renowned, real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren in a powerful and spine-chilling addition to the global box office-breaking franchise. Farmiga and Wilson star alongside Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy, who portray Ed and Lorraine’s daughter Judy Warren and her boyfriend, Tony Spera, as well as Steve Coulter returning as Father Gordon, Rebecca Calder, Elliot Cowan, Kíla Lord Cassidy, Beau Gadsdon, John Brotherton and Shannon Kook.

Only one man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world! Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. (Liam Neeson) follows in his father's footsteps in THE NAKED GUN, directed by Akiva Schaffer (Saturday Night Live, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping) and from producer Seth MacFarlane (Ted, Family Guy). Joining the case are cast Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, CCH Pounder, Kevin Durand, Cody Rhodes, Liza Koshy, Eddie Yu, with Danny Huston.

Two decades after their unforgettable body-swap debacle, FREAKIER FRIDAY reunites Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis for a fresh, fast-paced, and heartwarming new chapter in the beloved comedy franchise. With signature Disney charm and a modern twist, this spirited sequel blends millennial nostalgia with new generational chaos, proving some lessons are worth repeating. Now a grown woman juggling career, co-parenting and a second marriage, Anna (Lohan) finds herself back in the same house, and the same family dynamic that once turned her world upside down. Her mother Tess (Curtis), recently retired and feeling increasingly out of step with her daughter’s hectic life, is doing her best to hold it all together. But when an unexpected magical mishap triggers another body swap, this time involving multiple family members across three generations, the result is a riotous, multi-perspective adventure in walking a mile in someone else’s shoes (or heels). FREAKIER FRIDAY is a joyous celebration of family and the beautiful mess of growing up at any age. A feel-good cinematic treat for audiences, young and old, returning fans and first-timers alike.

“You’re going to feel like you’re in the seat” From the visionary director behind Top Gun: Maverick, Joseph Kosinski, comes the high-octane, action-packed sports drama, F1: THE MOVIE, starring Oscar winner Brad Pitt and rising talent Damson Idris (Snowfall series). Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” racing legend Sonny Hayes (Pitt) is coaxed out of retirement to lead “APXGP”, a struggling Formula One team that’s on the verge of collapse. Convinced by his former teammate to return to the sport he once loved, save the failing team and chase one more chance at glory, he sets out to mentor and drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) – the team's hotshot rookie intent on setting his own pace. As the engines roar, Sonny finds his past catching up with him and soon discovers that in Formula One racing, your teammate is your fiercest competition – and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone. With unprecedented access to real F1 Grand Prix circuits and cutting-edge camera technology, F1: THE MOVIE delivers an electrifying, inside-the-cockpit perspective of Formula One racing like never before. One of 2025’s most anticipated cinematic powerhouses, this adrenaline-fuelled spectacle goes beyond the track to tell a feel-good, visceral story of triumph, heartbreak, and the sheer drama of the world’s most iconic motorsport. Featuring real F1 drivers from all ten teams, with full support from world champion driver and producer Lewis Hamilton, the FIA and race promoters, F1: THE MOVIE offers an unparalleled and truly immersive moviegoing experience.

Oscar-nominated provocateur Yorgos Lanthimos (Poor Things, The Favourite) reunites with stars Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons for the bold and absurdist sci-fi dark comedy-thriller, BUGONIA. The twisted social satire follows two conspiracy-obsessed young men (Plemons and rising newcomer Aidan Delbis) who team up to abduct a high-powered American CEO (Stone), convinced she is an alien bent on destroying Earth. What unfolds is a darkly twisted journey that blurs the lines between paranoia, power, and survival. Debuting to a lengthy standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival, the film has been hailed as a "masterclass in directorial control", boldly challenging audiences both emotionally and intellectually. Written by 'The Menu' co-writer Will Tracy, BUGONIA is an English-language reimagining of Jang Joon-hwan’s acclaimed 2003 Korean cult classic, 'Save the Green Planet!' - now reinterpreted through Lanthimos’ uniquely off-kilter vision.

Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost? Filmed live from the West End, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke (Follies, Good), exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress.

Opera in three acts (1900) New production! The splendour of Rome. The devastation of war. Puccini’s operatic thriller returns in an unmissable, gripping new production by Oliver Mears, the first to be conducted by Music Director of The Royal Opera Jakub Hrůša in his new role. Floria Tosca (star soprano Anna Netrebko) and Mario Cavaradossi (rising tenor Freddie De Tommaso) live for each other and for their art. But when Cavaradossi helps an escaped prisoner, the lovers make a deadly enemy in the form of Baron Scarpia (bass-baritone Gerald Finley), Chief of Police. At the mercy of Scarpia’s twisted desires, Tosca is forced to make a horrific bargain: sleeping with the man she hates in order to save the man she loves. Can she find a way out?