Every Movie Coming to Theaters This Week, Including ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’

A new movie week lands with a mix of big franchise chills, heartfelt indies, and two special re-releases fans have been waiting to see on the big screen. Friday, September 5, 2025 brings wide releases alongside limited runs that will roll out across select cities, so check local listings to see what is playing near you.

Below you will find a quick, friendly rundown of each title opening this week. For every film or series, we include plot basics, key cast, and who is behind the camera, plus the date it lands so you can plan what to see first.

‘Riefenstahl’ (2024)

Andres Veiel writes and directs this documentary about filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl, weaving her self-mythologizing interviews with archival evidence and new readings of her work. The film features Ulrich Noethen along with Riefenstahl via archival appearances, with cinematography by Toby Cornish, editing by Stephan Krumbiegel and Alfredo Castro, and music by Freya Arde. It opens in the United States in limited release on September 5, 2025 through Kino Lorber.

The documentary traces Riefenstahl’s career from early features through the propaganda films that made her infamous, and it revisits festival histories and public honors that continue to spark debate. German and English are used across the interviews and narration, and the finished film runs 115 minutes.

‘The Threesome’ (2025)

Chad Hartigan directs from Ethan Ogilby’s screenplay in a romantic comedy drama about Connor and his longtime crush Olivia whose spontaneous night with a stranger named Jenny leads to unexpected consequences. The film stars Zoey Deutch as Olivia, Jonah Hauer-King as Connor, and Ruby Cruz as Jenny, with Jaboukie Young-White and Josh Segarra in supporting roles. It opens in select theaters on September 5, 2025 from Vertical.

The story follows the trio as they navigate new relationships and impending parenthood while trying to be honest with each other. Keegan DeWitt provides the score and Sing Howe Yam serves as cinematographer, with editing by Autumn Dea. The film premiered at SXSW in March 2025 before this theatrical release.

‘Gyanvapi Files: A Tailor’s Murder Story’ (2025)

This Hindi-language crime drama dramatizes the June 2022 murder of Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal, following the events and investigations that unfolded around the case. Directed by Bharat S. Shrinate and Jayant Sinha and distributed by Reliance Entertainment, it begins a limited U.S. theatrical run on September 5, 2025.

Cast members linked to the project include Vijay Raaz and Preeti Jhangiani among others, with credits also listing writer-producers connected to Altair Media. The film has also been discussed under the alternate title ‘Udaipur Files’ in Indian media and court filings.

‘Light of the World’ (2025)

This animated drama about the life of Jesus is directed by Tom Bancroft and John J. Schafer and told through the eyes of the Apostle John. Ian Hanlin voices Jesus and Benjamin Jacobson voices John, with Vincent Tong and Michael Benyaer among the ensemble. It opens wide on September 5, 2025, produced and distributed by The Salvation Poem Project.

The screenplay is by David M. Armstrong and Drew Barton Armstrong, with music by Alex McKenzie and editing by Rob Zeigler. Production partners include Epipheo and Lighthouse Studios, with the film employing a hand-drawn aesthetic and a reported budget near the twenty-million mark.

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ (2025)

The fourth main ‘Conjuring’ chapter arrives with Michael Chaves directing and a screenplay by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick from a story by Johnson-McGoldrick and James Wan. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson return as Lorraine and Ed Warren, joined by Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy. Warner Bros. releases the film in theaters on September 5, 2025.

Set in 1986 with a case rooted in the Smurl haunting, the story is positioned as a capstone to the Warrens’ big-screen saga. The film is produced by James Wan and Peter Safran, with cinematography by Eli Born, editing by Gregory Plotkin and Elliot Greenberg, and music by Benjamin Wallfisch.

‘The American Southwest’ (2025)

This feature documentary travels the Colorado River corridor with narration by Indigenous model and activist Quannah Chasinghorse. It blends wildlife photography with environmental history to examine dams, overuse, and how the river might be better managed. The film opens in limited release on September 5, 2025.

Produced by Fin & Fur Films, the movie is designed as a family-friendly introduction to the region’s ecosystems and the stakes of conservation. Theater listings describe an emphasis on advocacy and education for audiences of all ages.

‘Tina’ (2024)

Writer-director Miki Magasiva’s drama from Aotearoa New Zealand centers on Mareta and Sophie, two women whose musical bond becomes a lifeline within their Pacific Islander community. Anapela Polataivao and Antonia Robinson star, with Beulah Koale and Dalip Sondhi in supporting roles. U.S. theaters begin limited engagements on September 5, 2025 via specialty exhibitors.

The production credits include producers Dan Higgins, Miki Magasiva, and Mario Gaoa, with music by Igelese Ete and Sebastian Pan and cinematography by Andrew McGeorge. The film runs roughly two hours and played festivals before this rollout.

‘Hamilton’ (2025)

Thomas Kail directs the filmed performance of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway musical with the original principal cast, including Miranda, Phillipa Soo, Leslie Odom Jr., Daveed Diggs, Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Jonathan Groff. Disney is bringing the film back to cinemas on September 5, 2025 as part of the show’s ten-year anniversary celebrations.

The movie was captured at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in 2016 and edited from multiple live shows and a setup shoot. This theatrical presentation follows the 2020 streaming debut and offers an opportunity to see the stage production on the big screen.

‘Preparation for the Next Life’ (2025)

Bing Liu directs this adaptation of Atticus Lish’s novel, with a screenplay by Pulitzer winner Martyna Majok. The drama stars Sebiye Behtiyar as Aishe, a Uyghur immigrant in New York, and Fred Hechinger as Skinner, an American soldier, whose romance unfolds across kitchens and bus depots. It opens in select theaters on September 5, 2025.

Producers include Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner for Plan B and Barry Jenkins and Adele Romanski for Pastel, with Emile Mosseri composing and Ante Cheng shooting. Orion Pictures developed the project, with U.S. distribution handled by Amazon MGM Studios.

‘The Baltimorons’ (2025)

Jay Duplass directs and co-writes with star Michael Strassner in a Baltimore-set Christmas Eve story about a newly sober comedian and the emergency dentist who treats his cracked tooth. Liz Larsen and Olivia Luccardi co-star. Following its SXSW premiere, IFC Films and Sapan Studio begin a limited theatrical release on September 5, 2025.

Jon Bregel is the cinematographer, Jordan Seigel composes the score, and Jack Deuby edits. Duplass Brothers Productions shepherded the film, which won an audience award on the festival circuit before heading to theaters.

‘The Legend of Hei 2’ (2025)

MTJJ and Gu Jie return to the world of Luo Xiaohei in this 2D animated fantasy adventure that continues the journey of the cat spirit Xiaohei and master Wuxian. GKIDS is releasing the film in North American theaters on September 5, 2025, following a successful summer run in China.

The voice cast in the original Mandarin release features Shan Xin as Xiaohei and Liu Mingyue as Wuxian, with Chenyang Fu and Zhenji Huang among the ensemble. The sequel expands the series’ lore with a new crisis in the spirit world and a mystery that sends Xiaohei on the road.

‘Everything to Me’ (2024)

Writer-director Kayci Lacob’s coming-of-age comedy follows Claudia as she grows up in Silicon Valley and later narrates the story as an adult reflecting on ambition and reality. The cast includes Abigail Donaghy, Lola Flanery, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Rich Sommer, and Victoria Pedretti as adult Claudia, with Judy Greer as Claudia’s mother. Select theaters begin showings on September 5, 2025.

The film began life on the festival circuit under the title ‘The Book of Jobs’ and was retitled ahead of release. Tom Nunan is among the producers, with Concourse Media involved in sales and Winding Way Productions among the production outfits.

‘Twinless’ (2025)

James Sweeney writes, directs, and co-stars in this dark comedy drama about Roman, a man grieving the death of his twin brother, who finds connection at a twin-bereavement support group. Dylan O’Brien plays both twins, with Lauren Graham, Aisling Franciosi, Chris Perfetti, and Tasha Smith in the ensemble. Roadside Attractions and Lionsgate open the film on September 5, 2025.

The movie premiered at Sundance in January where it won an audience award, and it features music by Jung Jae-il and cinematography by Greg Cotten. The story explores identity and complicated friendships as Roman bonds with Dennis, played by Sweeney.

‘Linda Linda Linda’ (2005)

Nobuhiro Yamashita’s beloved high school band film returns in a new 4K restoration from GKIDS, starring Bae Doona, Aki Maeda, Yû Kashii, and Shiori Sekine. The re-release begins in September 2025 with select theaters playing it during the week of September 5.

Set over three days, the story follows four girls who form a band to perform the Blue Hearts song “Linda Linda” at a school festival. The restoration celebrates the film’s twentieth anniversary with a big-screen presentation for longtime fans and new audiences.

‘Looking Through Water’ (2025)

Roberto Sneider directs this family drama adapted from Bob Rich’s novel, with a screenplay by Zach Dean and Rowdy Herrington. The cast includes Michael Douglas, Cameron Douglas, David Morse, Michael Stahl-David, Walker Scobell, and Tamara Tunie. The film is set to open on September 12, 2025 in U.S. theaters.

The story centers on a strained father-son relationship revisited during a fishing tournament in Belize, told through the perspective of an older narrator. Good Deed Entertainment is the distributor, with Jeff Russo composing and Serguei Saldívar shooting.

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