All the Movies Coming to Theaters This Week, Including A24’s New Action Thriller
Moviegoers have an eclectic lineup of new releases, highly anticipated sequels, and celebrated cinema classics arriving on the big screen this week. The upcoming theatrical slate features a dynamic mix of major studio thrillers, international dramas, family-friendly animations, and live concert documentaries. Audiences can look forward to exploring fresh cinematic stories as well as revisiting beloved favorites through special anniversary and limited re-releases.
‘Sara Bareilles: Good Grief’ (2026)
The music documentary ‘Sara Bareilles: Good Grief’ arrives in limited theatrical release on September 2, 2026. The film provides an intimate look into the creative process and personal reflections of Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles. Alongside Bareilles, the project features appearances and performances by musical collaborators Butterfly Boucher, Misty Boyce, and Chad. Through behind-the-scenes recordings and live arrangements, the production explores the emotional underpinnings of her musical catalog.
‘Fall 2: Deadpoint’ (2026)
Lionsgate brings the high-stakes survival thriller ‘Fall 2: Deadpoint’ to theaters nationwide on September 2, 2026. Serving as a direct sequel to the 2022 hit thriller ‘Fall’, the film plunges climbers into a dangerous new life-or-death situation at dizzying heights. The cast features returning stars Virginia Gardner and Grace Caroline Currey alongside Tom Brittney and Harriet Slater. With a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes, the narrative tests the physical endurance and psychological limits of its characters as they struggle to survive.
‘Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour – Live from Paris’ (2026)
Trafalgar Releasing brings ‘Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour – Live from Paris’ to select cinemas for a limited engagement starting September 2, 2026. The two-hour and twelve-minute concert documentary captures the pop superstar performing on stage during her international stadium tour. Audiences will see high-energy renditions of Perry’s greatest hits alongside dynamic choreography and elaborate stage designs filmed live in Paris. The film offers fans a cinematic perspective on the scale and production value of the global concert event.
‘I’m Game’ (2026)
Distributed by Marudhar Films, the Indian action crime thriller ‘I’m Game’ opens in limited theaters on September 3, 2026. Headlined by Dulquer Salmaan, the three-hour feature follows a protagonist caught in an intricate web of criminal syndicates and high-stakes intrigue. The cast is rounded out by Kayadu Lohar, Samyuktha Viswanathan, and Parth Tiwari in prominent supporting roles. The story weaves intense physical confrontations with complex investigative threads across its expansive runtime.
‘The Sun Never Sets’ (2026)
IFC Films is scheduled to release the romantic drama ‘The Sun Never Sets’ in theaters nationwide on September 4, 2026. The narrative centers on a poignant relationship navigating personal growth, timing, and shifting life priorities over the course of one hour and forty-two minutes. Dakota Fanning and Debby Ryan lead the ensemble, appearing alongside co-stars Brandon Daley and Phil Phillips. The film emphasizes character-driven storytelling against scenic backdrops to explore emotional intimacy and connection.
‘Cars’ (2006)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures returns Pixar’s animated favorite ‘Cars’ to theaters for a limited engagement on September 4, 2026. The 2006 sports comedy follows hotshot race car Lightning McQueen after he unexpectedly finds himself stranded in the forgotten town of Radiator Springs. The voice cast features Owen Wilson, Bonnie Hunt, Paul Newman, and Larry the Cable Guy. The one-hour and fifty-six-minute film highlights themes of humility, community, and friendship on Route 66.
‘The Nutty Professor’ (1996)
Universal Pictures celebrates the 30th anniversary of ‘The Nutty Professor’ with a limited theatrical re-release on September 4, 2026. The sci-fi comedy stars Eddie Murphy as Professor Sherman Klump, a brilliant academic who invents a revolutionary weight-loss chemical with unexpected side effects. Murphy portrays multiple members of the Klump family alongside a supporting cast that includes Jada Pinkett Smith, James Coburn, and Larry Miller. Running one hour and thirty-five minutes, the film remains a landmark showcase of transformative prosthetics and multi-character comedic performance.
‘Ever After’ (2026)
The horror-thriller ‘Ever After’ arrives in limited theatrical distribution from Level 33 Entertainment on September 4, 2026. Clocking in at two hours and five minutes, the dark drama explores disturbing mysteries that unravel within an isolated setting. Genre veterans Malcolm McDowell, Mark Sheppard, Michael Berryman, and Bonnie Aarons headline the production. The story combines atmospheric dread with intense dramatic confrontations among its central characters.
‘The Last Opportunity’ (2026)
The independent drama ‘La Ultima Oportunidad’ begins its limited theatrical run on September 4, 2026. The Spanish-language feature centers on individuals navigating pivotal choices and seeking redemption amidst personal turmoil. Anais Salazar stars in the central role, performing alongside Jimmy Dux and Roberto Escobar. With a runtime of one hour and twenty minutes, the film focuses on emotional family ties and the pursuit of second chances.
‘Dear You’ (2026)
Well Go USA Entertainment releases the family drama ‘Dear You’ in select theaters on September 4, 2026. The one-hour and fifty-eight-minute film chronicles generational relationships and emotional communication between family members facing major life changes. The cast includes performances by Sitong Li, Yantong Wang, Shaoqing Wu, and Runqi Zheng. Through nuanced character dynamics, the story examines the enduring bonds and quiet misunderstandings that shape domestic life.
‘Marketa Lazarová’ (1967)
Janus Films brings František Vláčil’s historical epic ‘Marketa Lazarová’ back to cinemas for a limited engagement on September 4, 2026. Originally released in 1967, the medieval drama depicts the brutal clash between two rival feudal clans and the transition from paganism to Christianity in Bohemia. Magda Vášáryová stars as the titular heroine alongside Josef Kemr, Naďa Hejná, and Jaroslav Moučka. Spanning two hours and forty-two minutes, the restoration showcases visionary cinematography and complex historical world-building.
‘American Summer’ (2026)
Blue Harbor Entertainment debuts the family comedy ‘American Summer’ in limited theaters on September 4, 2026. The eighty-three-minute feature depicts a lively multi-generational vacation filled with comedic misadventures and bonding moments. Steve Guttenberg and Dan Lauria star alongside Cullen Moss and Mia Talerico. The narrative delivers lighthearted seasonal humor centered on relatable family dynamics and unexpected summer challenges.
‘Brailled It’ (2026)
Suncatcher Productions presents the non-fiction film ‘Brailled It’, arriving in select theaters on September 4, 2026. The documentary focuses on accessibility, perseverance, and the personal journeys of visually impaired individuals overcoming societal hurdles. Through direct interviews and real-life footage, the production highlights the tools and community advocacy shaping modern inclusivity. The project offers an educational and authentic perspective on living with blindness in contemporary society.
‘cocoon – One Summer of Girlhood’ (2026)
GKIDS distributes the animated historical war drama ‘Cocoon: One Summer of Girlhood’ in limited theaters on September 4, 2026. Set against the backdrop of historical conflict, the film follows a group of young schoolgirls navigating survival, friendship, and loss during a transformative summer. The Japanese voice cast features Maria Abo, Chinatsu Akasaki, Akane Amasawa, and Izumi Aoyagi. With a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes, the animated work blends delicate visual storytelling with somber historical reality.
‘Barbara Forever’ (2026)
Strand Releasing brings the biographical documentary ‘Barbara Forever’ to select cinemas on September 4, 2026. Running one hour and forty-two minutes, the film chronicles the groundbreaking life and artistic legacy of experimental filmmaker Barbara Hammer. The production incorporates archival footage and personal contributions from Hammer alongside her longtime partner Florrie Burke. The documentary explores Hammer’s revolutionary impact on queer cinema, feminist art, and avant-garde visual expression.
‘By Any Means’ (2026)
Paramount Pictures releases the action-packed crime thriller ‘By Any Means’ nationwide in theaters on September 4, 2026. The plot revolves around an elite operative who must cross moral and legal boundaries to track down a dangerous criminal syndicate. Mark Wahlberg leads the high-profile cast alongside Giancarlo Esposito, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and David Strathairn. Spanning one hour and forty-seven minutes, the feature showcases intense tactical set pieces and intricate law enforcement maneuvering.
‘Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass’ (2026)
Viva Pictures brings the animated family adventure ‘Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass’ to wide theatrical release on September 4, 2026. The iconic cat-and-mouse duo embark on an international fantasy quest centered around a mysterious and powerful artifact. The voice cast for this one-hour and forty-four-minute animated feature includes Li Baixin, Mino Eek, Zhang Gang, and Jiang Wen Jin. The story combines classic slapstick rivalries with broad fantasy elements designed for family audiences.
‘Onslaught’ (2026)
A24 delivers the action horror sci-fi film ‘Onslaught’ to theaters across the country on September 4, 2026. The ninety-two-minute thriller follows a community struggling to survive when an unexplainable and hostile threat descends upon them. Adria Arjona and Dan Stevens star alongside supporting cast members Eric Wareheim and Reginald VelJohnson. The film combines fast-paced action choreography with a suspenseful sci-fi horror atmosphere.
‘Fall’ (2022)
The pulse-pounding survival thriller ‘Fall’ returns to select theaters on September 5, 2026, for a special limited re-release. Originally released in 2022, the story follows two adventurous best friends who climb an abandoned 2,000-foot radio tower and become stranded at the top with no way down. Grace Caroline Currey and Virginia Gardner star alongside Mason Gooding and Jeffrey Dean Morgan. Running one hour and forty-seven minutes, the film uses vertiginous perspectives and escalating survival obstacles to build relentless suspense.
Share your thoughts in the comments on which of these new theatrical releases and re-releases you are most excited to watch this week.
