Every Movie Coming to Theaters This Week, Including ‘One Battle After Another’

A fresh mix of new releases, special events, and restorations is lining up for the big screen this week, with everything from thrillers and action to family animation and a classic anime revival. Below, you’ll find concise rundowns with cast highlights, concrete plot details where available, and key creatives for each title.

Release dates noted in each entry reflect the U.S. theatrical calendar for this week, starting Wednesday, September 24, 2025, and running through Sunday, September 28, 2025.

‘Blue Moon’ (2025)

Arriving on September 24, 2025, ‘Blue Moon’ is a biographical comedy-drama about lyricist Lorenz Hart, unfolding over the night of the 1943 opening of ‘Oklahoma!’ as Hart grapples with his legacy and his fractured partnership with Richard Rodgers. Ethan Hawke plays Hart, with Andrew Scott as Rodgers and Margaret Qualley and Bobby Cannavale in key supporting roles.

The film is directed by Richard Linklater from a screenplay by Robert Kaplow, with music by Graham Reynolds, cinematography by Shane F. Kelly, and editing by Sandra Adair. The 1-hour-40-minute feature continues Linklater’s collaboration with Hawke, zeroing in on a specific moment to explore Hart’s artistry and personal struggles as of its September 24 date.

‘The Clouds’ (2025)

Opening September 26, 2025, ‘The Clouds’ follows Pablo Prieto, a violent gang leader whose life veers in an unexpected direction after he saves a young student during a robbery, setting off betrayals, a manhunt, and a search for a way out. The thriller stars Alberto Ajaka with Patricio Contreras, Diego Cremonesi, and Luciano Cáceres.

The film is directed by Eduardo Pinto and runs approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes. Set and produced in Argentina, the story marries small-town crime with character-driven turns as of its September 26 release.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Debuting September 26, 2025, ‘One Battle After Another’ is an epic action-thriller about a former revolutionary who reunites with old comrades to find his missing daughter after an adversary resurfaces. Leonardo DiCaprio leads the ensemble with Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, and newcomer Chase Infiniti.

Written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and inspired in part by themes from Thomas Pynchon’s ‘Vineland’, the 2-hour-41-minute film features cinematography by Michael Bauman, editing by Andy Jurgensen, and an original score by Jonny Greenwood. The narrative spans personal reckonings and retaliations across intersecting fronts as of September 26.

‘Dead of Winter’ (2025)

Releasing September 26, 2025, ‘Dead of Winter’ centers on a woman traveling alone through snowbound northern terrain who is forced into a life-or-death struggle when danger closes in. Emma Thompson leads the cast alongside Judy Greer, Marc Menchaca, and Laurel Marsden.

Directed by Brian Kirk from a screenplay by Nicholas Jacobson-Larson and Dalton Leeb, the 1-hour-37-minute action-thriller emphasizes survival stakes and cat-and-mouse tension, with its frigid setting shaping every choice the characters make by the September 26 date.

‘Breed of Greed’ (2025)

Arriving September 26, 2025, ‘Breed of Greed’ follows the fractious Wendolyn pharma dynasty after the patriarch’s mysterious death, as the family’s battle over inheritance masks an older, darker curse feeding on their worst impulses. Gina Gershon stars with Sam Ashby, Chelsea Gilligan, and Adrian Enscoe.

The thriller is directed by Ralph Hemecker, with a screenplay by Hemecker, Andrew Boszhardt, and Otto Eckstein. Running about 1 hour and 44–45 minutes, it blends family power-plays with the supernatural as tempers and loyalties snap across September 26.

‘Spider-Man’ (2002)/’Spider-Man 2′ (2004)/’Spider-Man 3′ (2007)

On September 26, 2025, a special event presentation screens Sam Raimi’s original trilogy in sequence, totaling 6 hours and 27 minutes. Tobey Maguire stars as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, with Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson; antagonists across the three films include Willem Dafoe’s Norman Osborn/Green Goblin, Alfred Molina’s Otto Octavius/Doctor Octopus, Thomas Haden Church’s Flint Marko/Sandman, and Topher Grace’s Eddie Brock/Venom.

The trilogy’s screenplays include David Koepp’s work on ‘Spider-Man’ and Alvin Sargent’s scripts for ‘Spider-Man 2’ and ‘Spider-Man 3’, with story contributions on the second film from Michael Chabon among others. James Franco’s Harry Osborn threads key conflicts through the arc, which tracks Peter’s origin, his balancing act between heroism and life, and the final convergence of foes as of the September 26 event date.

‘Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution’ (2025)

Opening September 26, 2025, ‘Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution’ profiles Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Phillip A. Sharp and the scientific breakthroughs that helped propel modern biotechnology. The documentary covers landmark discoveries and how they translated from academic labs to industry.

Directed by Bill Haney, the 1-hour-37-minute film weaves interviews and archival material to chart connections between foundational research and real-world applications. As of its September 26 bow, the project focuses on Sharp’s role in shaping the field and the broader ecosystem that accelerated biotech’s growth.

‘Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie’ (2025)

Landing September 26, 2025, ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie’ expands the franchise into a 1-hour-38-minute feature as Gabby’s road trip with Grandma Gigi goes sideways and her prized dollhouse winds up with an eccentric cat-loving collector, kicking off a larger quest. Laila Lockhart Kraner leads the voice cast, with Tara Strong, Carla Tassara, and series regulars returning; additional voices announced for the feature include Kristen Wiig, Gloria Estefan, Maria Bamford, and others.

The film is directed by Ryan Crego, produced by Steven Schweickart, with the series’ creators Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey as executive producers. The score is by Stephanie Economou, extending the show’s music-forward style into a big-screen format as of September 26.

‘BFFs’ (2025)

Hitting theaters September 26, 2025, ‘BFFs’ follows Jerry, who tries to reconnect with his childhood best friend Henry; their revived prank war escalates until it begins to endanger Henry’s present-day life. The cast includes Jennifer Morrison, Michael Bacall, Terrence Howard, Nick Stahl, and Taye Diggs.

Written and directed by Constantine Paraskevopoulos, the 1-hour-21-minute comedy-crime caper leans on a tight ensemble and rising-stakes mischief, with Seismic Releasing handling the stateside rollout as of its September 26 date.

‘Eleanor the Great’ (2025)

Opening September 26, 2025, ‘Eleanor the Great’ follows Eleanor Morgenstein, a witty 94-year-old who relocates to New York City after a profound loss and forges an unexpected friendship that helps her rediscover purpose. June Squibb stars, with Erin Kellyman, Jessica Hecht, and Chiwetel Ejiofor in supporting roles.

Scarlett Johansson makes her feature directorial debut with a script by Tory Kamen. The 1-hour-38-minute drama features cinematography by Hélène Louvart, editing by Harry Jierjian, and music by Dustin O’Halloran, with Sony Pictures Classics distributing domestically as of September 26.

‘Dude Perfect: The Hero Tour’ (2025)

Launching September 26, 2025, ‘Dude Perfect: The Hero Tour’ captures the trick-shot collective’s arena-show spectacle on the big screen, following Tyler Toney, Coby Cotton, Cory Cotton, and Garrett Hilbert through stunts, behind-the-scenes prep, and fan interactions. The feature documents their large-scale live production while revisiting milestone moments that built the brand.

The film compiles tour performances with backstage material to show how their team designs, tests, and stages elaborate bits under tight timelines. It arrives September 26 with a focus on event-style presentation and the group’s long-running camaraderie.

‘Predators’ (2025)

Arriving September 26, 2025, ‘Predators’ is a crime-documentary thriller that examines the legacy and controversies of the NBC series built around exposing would-be offenders, incorporating interviews and archival footage. Participants include journalist Chris Hansen, with filmmaker David Osit serving as director and on-screen commentator.

The 1-hour-36-minute documentary explores tactics used on-air, public-safety arguments, and the media ethics debates sparked by the format. It situates the show’s impact within broader conversations about law enforcement, vigilantism, and internet-age crime as of the September 26 date.

‘The Strangers: Chapter 2’ (2025)

Opening September 26, 2025, ‘The Strangers: Chapter 2’ continues the current trilogy’s storyline as survivors contend with a renewed onslaught by masked assailants. Madelaine Petsch returns alongside Gabriel Basso, Ema Horvath, Rachel Shenton, and JR Esposito.

Directed by Renny Harlin, the horror-mystery expands the mythology seeded in the prior chapter, escalating from intimate home-invasion beats to broader pursuit as the protagonists try to outmaneuver a relentless trio. The 1-hour-36-minute sequel lands September 26.

‘The Ugly’ (2025)

Debuting September 26, 2025, ‘The Ugly’ tracks Dong-hwan as he digs into the decades-old disappearance of his mother, Jung Young-hee, after her remains are discovered, uncovering testimonies that reveal institutional cruelty and long-buried secrets. Park Jeong-min leads the cast, with Shin Hyun-been and Kwon Hae-hyo in key roles.

Written and directed by Yeon Sang-ho and based on his 2018 graphic novel ‘Face’, the 1-hour-42-minute mystery-thriller blends investigative framing with social critique. The film’s structure moves through interviews and flashbacks as of its September 26 release.

‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time’ (2006)

On September 27, 2025, ‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time’ returns in a 4K restoration. The anime classic follows high-schooler Makoto Konno, who discovers she can leap back through moments in her life, only to learn that even small changes carry unforeseen consequences. Riisa Naka and Takuya Ishida head the Japanese voice cast.

Directed by Mamoru Hosoda and adapted by Satoko Okudera from Yasutaka Tsutsui’s novel, the film mixes coming-of-age drama with gentle sci-fi in a story that balances humor and heartbreak. The restoration brings upgraded picture and sound to theaters on September 27.

‘Spider-Man 3’ (2007)

Capping the week on September 28, 2025, ‘Spider-Man 3’ screens as a special event presentation. Tobey Maguire returns as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, with Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson; the ensemble includes Topher Grace as Eddie Brock/Venom and Thomas Haden Church as Flint Marko/Sandman.

Directed by Sam Raimi from a screenplay by Alvin Sargent, the film intertwines the symbiote’s corrosive influence with converging antagonists and strained relationships. The event on September 28 showcases the original theatrical cut with the established creative team.

Tell us which of these you’re planning to see first this week in the comments!