What 2021’s Movie Release Slate Looks Like Now

The 2021 movie release slate has changed dramatically due to filming and release date delays caused by coronavirus. Here’s what 2021 looks like now.

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A flurry of release date changes and delays threw the 2020 movie slate into chaos, and here’s what the 2021 movie release schedule looks like now. Coronavirus has been at the forefront of everyone’s minds for the last year and a half, and the pandemic has had a profound impact on the movie industry. Theaters were closed in several countries around the world, and only recently reopened fully in many places, while most productions were shut down, causing a huge backup.

It didn’t take long for the 2020 movie calendar to be altered because of these circumstances. Films like No Time to Die and Wonder Woman 1984 vacated early summer release dates and planted their flags in new late 2020 or 2021 release slots. Many other titles were postponed indefinitely, before being released later on. This list includes huge movies like Black Widow, Mulan, A Quiet Place Part II, and others. There were many other 2020 movies that were postponed to late in 2021, or even beyond.

2021’s movie release slate was already highly anticipated, given the number of franchise movies releasing in 2021, and the list has continued to grow because of the coronavirus-related delays. However, multiple 2021 films were ultimately pushed back, or may be pushed back before the end of the year. For now, here’s what the 2021 movie slate looks like.

Malignant – September 10

Malignant is the latest horror movie from director James Wan, the man behind The Conjuring and Insidious. Malignant stars Annabelle Wallis as a woman tormented by visions of brutal killings, which turn out to be real, and appear to tie back to an “imaginary friend” from her childhood who possibly has a demonic origin. Like every other Warner Bros. release in 2021, it will be both in theaters and on HBO Max.

Cry Macho – September 17

The latest movie from Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood, Cry Macho sees him both direct and star as washed-up rodeo star Mike Milo, who’s hired by his old boss to forcibly retrieve the man’s son from Mexico and bring him back across the border. Cry Macho is based on a 1975 novel by N. Richard Nash, and almost starred Arnold Schwarzenegger. It will also release in theaters and on HBO Max.

Dear Evan Hansen – September 24

Dear Evan Hansen is a coming-of-age musical drama based on the hit 2015 stage musical of the same name. Ben Platt, who originated the title role, returns to star, a decision that some have criticized due to him now being about a decade older than the character. In the story, Evan finds himself caught up in the life and death of a classmate, due to a series of misunderstandings.

The Many Saints of Newark – October 1

Another simultaneous release in theaters and on HBO Max, The Many Saints of Newark is a prequel set decades before the classic HBO mafia drama The Sopranos, with Michael Gandolfini taking over for his late father James as a young Tony Soprano.

The Addams Family 2 – October 1

Addams Family 2 is a sequel to the 2019 animated Addams Family movie, with the main voice cast returning to their roles, including Charlize Theron and Oscar Isaac as Morticia and Gomez. Addams Family 2 will also be released for online rental day and date with its theatrical bow.

No Time to Die – October 8

While rumors of yet another delay crop up from time to time, MGM’s No Time to Die, the final James Bond movie starring Daniel Craig, is currently slated for release on October 8, 2021. It’s been delayed a staggering number of times since the coronavirus pandemic began, leading to so many fans being hesitant to place their bets on it actually proceeding forward without another hitch.

The Last Duel – October 15

The latest from superstar director Ridley Scott, The Last Duel is a historical drama based on the book of the same title by author Eric Jager. Set in 14th-century France, the story sees a woman accuse her husband’s best friend of rape, leading to the country’s last sanctioned duel to death. Matt Damon and Adam Driver play the warring friends, with Jodie Comer as the woman in the middle, and Ben Affleck in a supporting role.

Halloween Kills – October 15

Blumhouse’s revival of the Halloween franchise will continue with the release of Halloween Kills on October 15, 2021. The film was planned to be shot back-to-back with Halloween Ends, which is set to conclude director David Gordon Green and star Jamie Lee Curtis’ new Halloween trilogy in October 2022, but that didn’t happen due issues with scheduling. There’s no reason to expect the threequel not to happen though.

Venom: Let There Be Carnage – October 15

Like No Time to Die, Venom: Let There Be Carnage has also been delayed multiple times, and rumors persist it might move back again, due to currently being set to compete with Halloween Kills on October 15. Tom Hardy returns as Eddie Brock/Venom, while Woody Harrelson enters the fray fully as Cletus Kasady/Carnage. To the dismay of some fans, this sequel is still rated PG-13.

Dune – October 22

Much to the chagrin of director Denis Villeneuve, Warner Bros.’ big-budget adaptation of Frank Herbert’s classic sci-fi opus Dune is also going to be released simultaneously in theaters and on HBO Max. The first installment of a two-part adaptation, Dune releases on October 22, and boasts a cast full of huge names, including Timothée Chalamet, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, and Zendaya, just to name a few.

Ron’s Gone Wrong – October 22

Ron’s Gone Wrong is an animated sci-fi comedy also arriving on October 22, and features the voices of Zach Galifianakis, Jack Dylan Grazer, Ed Helms, and Olivia Colman. Galifianakis voices the titular Ron, a digitally connected robot pal for Grazer’s socially awkward tween boy. While Ron is a good friend, he’s not exactly great at being a robot.

The French Dispatch – October 22, 2021

The latest from always unique director Wes Anderson, The French Dispatch has been in the can for quite some time, only to be delayed repeatedly. Finally, Anderson fans will get to see it on October 22. The movie is a love letter to the profession of journalism and is set at the French bureau of an American newspaper in the mid-20th-century. As usual, the cast is loaded, including Bill Murray, Tilda Swinton, Frances McDormand, Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, Elizabeth Moss, and many more.

Last Night in Soho – October 29

Just in time for Halloween comes Last Night in Soho, a trippy, mind-bending journey into psychological horror from acclaimed writer/director Edgar Wright. Thomasin McKenzie plays Eloise, a young modern woman obsessed with fashion who mysteriously ends up transported to the 1960s, and into the body of singer Sandie (Anya Taylor-Joy). At first, she’s thrilled, but dark secrets are soon revealed.

Antlers – October 29

Also arriving near Halloween is Antlers, a long-delayed horror film from Crazy Heart director Scott Cooper and Channel Zero creator Nick Antosca. Keri Russell plays Julia, a small-town school teacher, who gets drawn into the supernatural secret life of one her students, meeting a monster along the way. Jesse Plemons also stars as Julia’s brother, the local sheriff.

Eternals – November 5

The third MCU movie set for release in 2021, Eternals introduces the titular race of ancient aliens, who’ve lived on Earth for centuries, but kept a low profile for various reasons. Now, a race of evil counterparts called Deviants threatens the world, leading the Eternals to come out of hiding and make themselves known. The star-studded cast includes Gemma Chan, Angelina Jolie, Kumail Nanjiani, Salma Hayek, Kit Harington, and more.

Ghostbusters: Afterlife – November 19

Instead of opening in the summer of 2020, Coronavirus caused Sony to push Ghostbusters: Afterlife to March 5, 2021, only to later delay it again to November 19. Directed by Jason Reitman, the film picks up decades after Ghostbusters 2 and will feature many of the original Ghostbusters cast members in smaller roles. The film stars Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace, and Paul Rudd otherwise, and the new release date gave Reitman more time to fine-tune the film in post-production.

King Richard – November 19

King Richard is a biopic about Richard Williams, father to tennis superstar sisters Serena and Venus Williams, and their biggest supporter and coach. Will Smith stars as Richard, in what will be another simultaneous release on HBO Max and in theaters.

Encanto – November 24

Encanto is the latest Walt Disney Animation Studios movie and, despite their ups and downs, anytime Disney puts out an animated movie, people pay attention. With songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto focuses on Mirabel Madrigal (Stephanie Beatriz), a Colombian girl who struggles with being the only member of her family that doesn’t possess magical powers.

House of Gucci – November 24

The second movie directed by Ridley Scott in 2021, House of Gucci is a true-crime biopic based on a 2001 book of the same name. Set in 1995, the story focuses on the murder of Italian fashion magnate Maurizio Gucci by ex-wife Patrizia Reggiani, and the fallout of the crime. Adam Driver stars as Maurizio, with Lady Gaga opposite him as Patrizia. The cast also includes Jared Leto, Salma Hayek, Al Pacino, and more.

Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City – November 24

While the prior Resident Evil movies were a huge departure from the video games, director Johannes Roberts’ reboot Welcome to Raccoon City looks to please diehard fans by adapting the first two classic games and centering on characters like Leon Kennedy, Claire and Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, and Albert Wesker. The story focuses on the beginnings of the T-virus outbreak in the titular location.

Nightmare Alley – December 3

The latest from Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro, Nightmare Alley is based on a 1946 novel of the same name. It’s a psychological thriller set in the world of a carnival full of liars, cheats, and manipulators, and that’s their good qualities. Bradley Cooper and Cate Blanchett lead the packed cast, which also includes Willem Dafoe, Toni Collette, Ron Perlman, Rooney Mara, Richard Jenkins, and more.

West Side Story – December 10

A remake of a classic musical as beloved as West Side Story might normally earn groans from moviegoers, but with iconic director Steven Spielberg at the helm, the remake becomes an altogether better prospect. Original star Rita Moreno will be returning – in a different role – for the remake, which is hewing closer to the Broadway version than the 1961 film.

Spider-Man: No Way Home – December 17

Marvel Studios and Sony have their Spider-Man franchise scheduled to return to theaters on December 17, 2021. Spider-Man: No Way Home, again starring Tom Holland as Peter Parker, was, like everything else on the MCU release slate, delayed multiple months due to Coronavirus, after a summer release was originally put on the schedule.

The King’s Man – December 22

After multiple delays, the latest entry in director Matthew Vaughn’s spy franchise will arrive just in time for Christmas 2021. A prequel, The King’s Man is set in the early 20th century and sees the Kingsman group facing off with a dangerous group of assembled villains and madmen. Instead of the usual duo of Colin Firth and Taron Edgerton, leading the prequel are Ralph Fiennes and Matthew Goode.

The Matrix: Resurrections – December 22

Warner Bros. plans to release The Matrix 4 on December 22, 2021, pushed back from May 21, 2021. Production began in 2020 with Keanu Reeves, Carrie Anne-Moss, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II reporting for duty, but filming ended up paused for a while due to Coronavirus, hence the long delay.

Sing 2 – December 22

Illumination has changed Sing 2’s release date multiple times, with the sequel now hitting theaters on December 22, 2021. The sequel to 2016’s hit movie Sing will once again feature the vocal performances of Taron Egerton, Matthew McConaughey, Scarlett Johansson, and Reese Witherspoon. Originally scheduled to release in December 2020, Illumination moved Sing 2 to July 2, 2021 long before coronavirus.

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