As we move into the end of the year, movie releases are picking up. From family fare, to star-studded holiday fun, to awards contenders, we’re about to see a smorgasbord of films hit theaters. Denzel Washington, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Jamie Foxx and Megan Thee Stallion all have highly-anticipated releases on the schedule. To help you fit these movies into your holiday plans, check out our 2024 fall movie preview.
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‘Rebel Ridge’ – Netflix
Aaron Pierre vs. Don Johnson and a town full of racist cops? Yes please! Now that we’ve seen him in full on action mode, we can’t wait to see him as Green Lantern John Stewart.
‘The Wild Robot’
If you like watching robots discover their humanity, then this Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal led animated film is right up your alley.
‘Piece by Piece’
Is there any artist whose life story is more perfect for a LEGO movie than Pharrell Williams? His music is tailor made for an animated movie.
Oct. 20: ‘Scouting for Christmas’ – Hallmark
Tamera Mowry-Housley stars as a busy single mom who finds herself connecting with the local bakery owner during her daughter’s big scout holiday party. Obviously, they fall in love amidst holiday magic.
Oct. 31: ‘Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Own Words’ – Prime Video
After years of rumors and headlines, the rap superstar finally tells her own story. Meg is such an inspiration to her fans, it will be fascinating to see the woman behind the larger than life performer.
Nov. 6: ‘Meet Me Next Christmas’ – Netflix
Christina Milian races the clock to find holiday romance and get into the Pentatonix Christmas concert.
Nov. 8: ‘The Piano Lesson’ – Netflix
Directed and co-written by Malcolm Washington, produced by Denzel Washington and starring John David Washington; Samuel L. Jackson; Danielle Deadwyler; Corey Hawkins; Ray Fisher; and Erykah Badu, this adaptation of the Broadway play is destined to become a classic.
Nov. 15: ‘Red One’
If someone kidnaps Santa Claus, obviously you need to call Chris Evans and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Nov. 15: ‘Back in Action – Netflix
Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz reunite as married spies who are drawn back into the business after their cover life is discovered.
Nov. 22: ‘Gladiator II’
The sequel to the action epic follows a grown up Lucius as he fights against the corrupt emperors. But what we’re really here for is Denzel Washington as powerful businessman/gladiator sponsor Macrinus.
Nov. 22: ‘Wicked’
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s Elphaba and Glinda ‘Defy Gravity’ in the long-awaited film adaptation of the popular stage musical. This is only “Part One,” with “Part Twp” flying into theaters November 2025.
Nov. 27: ‘Moana 2’
We know you still have “You’re Welcome” stuck in your head, but get ready for a whole new crop of fun, catchy songs to drive you crazy in the best possible way. Auliʻi Cravalho is back as Moana, alongside Dwayne Johnson as Maui.
Dec. 20: ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’
Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. voice younger versions of Simba and Taka a.k.a. Scar respectively as we find out the real story behind their frayed relationship.
Dec. 20: ‘The Six Triple Eight’ – Netflix
Tyler Perry is taking on a historical epic as he tells the story of the Black women who served in the Women’s Army Corps during WWII. Kerry Washington, Ebony Obsidian and Oprah Winfrey lead an all-star cast. We’re all for having more stories of how Black women kept this country going when it needed them most.
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