Most anticipated films coming out in 2019
Movies are a beloved component of American culture, and a profit-churning business as well. By next year, the film entertainment business is expected to generate $35.3 billion in revenue. By 2020, that number is expected to rise to $50 billion. The United States is the largest film market in the world鈥攊n 2016, .
2019 promises to be an exciting year for moviegoers, with Oscar-friendly filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino releasing highly anticipated titles. There will also be a slew of Marvel and DC movies sure to capture the country's attention. Superhero movies in particular have become increasingly popular since 2000, and in 2017, records were shattered when the genre in the U.S.
麻豆原创 looked at data from Wikipedia to determine which movies audiences are most excited for in the coming year. In order to make the list, a film must have a release date in 2019 (and a Wikipedia page). 麻豆原创 ranked upcoming movies by the number of pageviews in the last 90 days, and listed them accordingly.
Read on to find out which films could smash box office records next year.
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#50. Us
Expected release: March 15
Genre: Horror, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 99,220
"Us,鈥 directed by Jordan Peele of "Get Out鈥 fame, is The movie stars Elisabeth Moss, Lupita Nyong鈥檕, and Kara Hayward.
#49. Escape Room
Expected release: Jan. 4
Genre: Horror
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 100,082
The plot of "Escape Room鈥 follows six strangers who must work together to survive. The tagline of the movie is: "Solve the puzzle. Escape the room. Find the clues or die.鈥 It
#48. Charlie's Angels
Expected release: Nov. 1
Genre: Action, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 100,441
"Charlie鈥檚 Angels鈥 is a reboot of the 2000 movie based on the 1970s TV show. The star-studded cast includes Noah Centineo, Kristen Stewart, Elizabeth Banks, and Sam Claflin. , and co-wrote the screenplay.
#47. Fighting with My Family
Expected release: March 1
Genre: Comedy, drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 103,428
"Fighting with My Family鈥 follows the story of a former wrestler and his family, who perform around the country, while his children aspire to join World Wrestling Entertainment. The comedy movie who plays himself, as well as Vince Vaughn and Florence Pugh.
#46. Under the Silver Lake
Expected release: April 19
Genre: Neo-noir, crime, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 103,971
"Under the Silver Lake" who travels to Los Angeles to track down a mysterious woman, uncovering a conspiracy along the way. The film premiered at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival.
#45. Dora the Explorer
Expected release: Aug. 2
Genre: Adventure, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 105,361
The live-action "Dora the Explorer鈥 film is based on the beloved Nickelodeon show, and stars Eva Longoria and Isabela Moner. The and features an Australian supporting cast.
#44. What Men Want
Expected release: Feb. 8
Genre: Comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 110,055
"What Men Want鈥 is a The film stars Taraji P. Henson as a sports agent who gains an edge over her male colleagues when she becomes able to hear their thoughts. The movie also features Pete Davidson, Max Greenfield, Shaquille O鈥橬eal, and Tracy Morgan.
#43. The Secret Life of Pets 2
Expected release: June 7
Genre: Animation, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 114,083
"The Secret Life of Pets 2鈥 is set to be Audiences might recognize other familiar voices: Patton Oswalt, Kevin Hart, Nick Kroll, Jenny Slate, Tiffany Haddish, and Ellie Kemper among them.
#42. Captive State
Expected release: March 29
Genre: Sci-fi, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 114,569
"Captive State鈥 is a 10 years after extraterrestrial forces have taken over. The film is said to explore both sides of the conflict. Machine Gun Kelly and John Goodman star in the movie.
#41. Chaos Walking
Expected release: March 1
Genre: Action, adventure, sci-fi, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 116,430
"Chaos Walking" takes place in a future with no women, where all living beings hear each other's thoughts in a stream of words, images and sounds, collectively called "Noise." The film
#40. Downton Abbey
Expected release: Sept. 13
Genre: Drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 120,408
"Downton Abbey,鈥 based on the popular TV show, follows the story of a noble family adapting to a modernizing world, picking up where the show left off. and stars Maggie Smith, Allen Leech, Elizabeth McGovern, and Michelle Dockery.
#39. Gemini Man
Expected release: Oct. 4
Genre: Sci-fi, action, thriller, drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 122,329
"Gemini Man鈥 follows a hitman who battles with a younger clone of himself. The film stars Will Smith, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Clive Owen, and .
#38. The Beach Bum
Expected release: March 22
Genre: Comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 122,885
"The Beach Bum鈥 stars Matthew McConaughey as Moondog, The comedy film features Snoop Dogg, Zac Efron, Jonah Hill, and Isla Fisher.
#37. The Addams Family
Expected release: Oct. 11
Genre: Animation, family, horror, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 130,241
The animated version of "The Addams Family鈥 follows the beloved spooky family everyone knows and loves. , and Charlize Theron voices Morticia, alongside other stars Nick Kroll, Bette Midler, Allison Janney, and Oscar Isaac.
#36. Five Feet Apart
Expected release: March 22
Genre: Romance, drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 130,949
"Five Feet Apart" is of "Jane the Virgin." The film follows two teenagers with life-threatening illnesses鈥攑layed by Cole Sprouse and Haley Lu Richardson鈥攚ho fall in love despite the odds.
#35. Happy Death Day 2U
Expected release: Feb. 14
Genre: Horror, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 131,559
"Happy Death Day 2U鈥 is a sequel to the 2017 film "Happy Death Day鈥 and stars Jessica Rothe and Israel Broussard. Director Christopher Landon has promised that the about the franchise鈥檚 endless time loop.
#34. Isn't It Romantic
Expected release: Feb. 14
Genre: Romance, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 133,366
"Isn鈥檛 It Romantic鈥 follows indie film favorite Rebel Wilson in a satire on romantic comedies, aptly premiering on Valentine鈥檚 Day. Wilson鈥檚 "Pitch Perfect鈥 co-star , as well as Priyanka Chopra, and Liam Hemsworth.
#33. Spies in Disguise
Expected release: Sept. 13
Genre: Action, animation, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 137,612
"Spies in Disguise鈥 is an animated movie that follows a world-class spy who has been turned into a pigeon. , the spy, and crowds will recognize several other famous voices, including Rashida Jones, Tom Holland and DJ Khaled.
#32. Ford v. Ferrari
Expected release: June 28
Genre: Action, drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 145,944
"Ford v. Ferrari鈥 is a true story . The film follows the race between Ford and Ferrari to win Le Mans in 1966. Christian Bale stars as Ken Miles, alongside Matt Damon, who plays Carroll Shelby.
#31. Pok茅mon: Detective Pikachu
Expected release: May 10
Genre: Science fantasy, family, mystery, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 149,790
The long-awaited "Pok茅mon: Detective Pikachu" takes place in a world where people collect Pok茅mon to battle. Pikachu would rather be a detective, however. The film features , and also stars Suki Waterhouse and Rita Ora.
#30. Dumbo
Expected release: March 29
Genre: Fantasy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 156,945
Tim Burton鈥檚 eccentric spin on the classic children鈥檚 tale "Dumbo鈥 follows a veteran hired by a circus owner to take care of a baby elephant. The movie stars Danny DeVito, Eva Green, Michael Keaton, and Colin Farrell. Unlike the animated Disney film, this version
#29. Hobbs and Shaw
Expected release: Aug. 2
Genre: Action, adventure
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 159,141
"Hobbs and Shaw鈥 is a spinoff of "The Fate of the Furious,鈥 and follows the relationship between Agent Luke Hobbs and Deckard Shaw. Director David Leitch has said that the from others in the "Fast and Furious鈥 franchise. The movie will feature Idris Elba, Vanessa Kirby, Dwayne Johnson, and Jason Statham.
#28. Pet Sematary
Expected release: April 5
Genre: Horror
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 165,434
"Pet Semetary鈥 is based on the novel by Stephen King, who also wrote the screenplay. The who encounters an ancient burial ground that has reanimating powers. The film was shot 20 minutes away from King鈥檚 home in Maine, and as such, the literary legend was present for most of the filming.
#27. 47 Meters Down: The Next Chapter
Expected release: June 28
Genre: Thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 177,098
"47 Meters Down: The Next Chapter鈥 is a sequel to the 2017 movie, and will follow five backpackers who learn they are not alone while diving in underwater caves. The film is written and .
#26. The Upside
Expected release: Jan. 11
Genre: Comedy, drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 177,467
"The Upside" tracks the relationship between a quadriplegic man and a man with a criminal record who is hired to take care of him. Bryan Cranston, Kevin Hart, Nicole Kidman, and Julianna Margulies all star. The movie is a , "The Intouchables."
#25. The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
Expected release: Feb. 8
Genre: Animation, adventure, comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 179,621
The sequel to the first "The Lego Movie鈥 follows citizens fighting to keep control of their realm when alien invaders attack. , and Jonah Hill will voice Green Lantern. The movie features a slate of other notable actors, including Chris Pratt, Channing Tatum, Nick Offerman, and Will Arnett.
#24. Cats
Expected release: Dec. 20
Genre: Musical
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 208,914
"Cats鈥 is of the same name, and follows a tribe of cats called the Jellicles. The movie version will star Idris Elba, Ian McKellen, Judi Dench, James Corden, Taylor Swift, and Jennifer Hudson.
#23. Sonic the Hedgehog
Expected release: Nov. 8
Genre: Animation, sci-fi, action
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 223,299
"Sonic the Hedgehog鈥 follows the beloved video game and cartoon character as he attempts to escape from the government with the help of a cop from a rural town. The movie will feature Jim Carrey, James Marsden, and Ben Schwartz. There are allegedly to the film.
#22. Rocketman
Expected release: May 31
Genre: Biography, drama
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 232,931
"Rocketman鈥 is a biopic , from his time spent at the Royal Academy of Music to his relationship with Bernie Taupin. Taron Egerton plays Elton John, starring alongside Richard Madden and Bryce Dallas Howard. Tom Hardy was originally slated to play Elton John, but dropped out due to scheduling conflicts.
#21. The Curse of La Llorona
Expected release: April 19
Genre: Horror
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 235,753
The movie "The Curse of La Llorona" tells the story of a social worker and her family who find themselves in a supernatural realm. The film has been rumored to take place in the Linda Cardellini, Patricia Velasquez, and Raymond Cruz star.
#20. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
Expected release: Feb. 22
Genre: Animation, adventure, fantasy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 253,872
"How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World,鈥 a sequel to "How to Train Your Dragon,鈥 features Hiccup attempting to create a dragon utopia while his role as village chief is tested. This is set to be the , and includes the voice talents of Jonah Hill, Gerard Butler, Kristen Wiig, and Kit Harington.
#19. Hellboy
Expected release: April 12
Genre: Superhero, horror
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 271,107
"Hellboy鈥 is by Mike Mignola, which follows Hellboy as he is trapped between the supernatural and human worlds. The movie stars David Harbour as Hellboy, as well as Ian McShane and Milla Jovovich.
#18. The New Mutants
Expected release: Aug. 2
Genre: Horror, superhero, sci-fi, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 302,888
"The New Mutants鈥 is the tale of five young mutants held captive in a secret facility, and their fight to escape using their abilities. The cast includes Maisie Williams, Charlie Heaton, and Antonio Banderas. The filmmakers have said they were .
#17. MIB
Expected release: June 14
Genre: Sci-fi, comedy, action
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 305,883
An untitled "Men in Black鈥 spinoff will be released in June, starring Chris Hemsworth, Liam Neeson, Emma Thompson, and Kumail Nanjiani. Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith have each said they will not be reprising their roles for the upcoming film,
#16. Godzilla: King of the Monsters
Expected release: May 31
Genre: Action, adventure, sci-fi
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 320,558
"Godzilla: King of the Monsters" follows the zoological agency Monarch, which battles Godzilla among other colossal monsters like Mothra, Rodan, and King Ghidorah. The movie's cast includes Millie Bobby Brown, Vera Farmiga, Kyle Chandler, and Anthony Ramos. The movie will be
#15. Alita: Battle Angel
Expected release: Feb. 14
Genre: Sci-fi, action, adventure, romance
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 320,625
"Alita: Battle Angel鈥 follows a woman鈥檚 fight to save the world. The screenplay was and stars Michelle Rodriguez, Jennifer Connelly, and Mahershala Ali. Though the film is a live-action movie, the main character is CGI.
#14. Terminator 6
Expected release: Nov. 1
Genre: Sci-fi, action
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 325,813
The yet-to-be-titled "Terminator鈥 reboot and will star Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mackenzie Davis, Linda Hamilton, and Natalia Reyes. with Tim Miller ("Deadpool") directing.
#13. John Wick 3: Parabellum
Expected release: May 17
Genre: Neo-noir, action, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 371,768
"John Wick 3: Parabellum鈥 will star Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry, Laurence Fishburne, and Anjelica Huston. Reeves has said in interviews that this will most likely be the
#12. The Lion King
Expected release: July 19
Genre: Musical, drama, epic
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 426,269
The anticipated live-action and CGI remake of Disney鈥檚 "Lion King鈥 is directed by Jon Favreau, and has a star-studded cast including Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, John Oliver, and Beyonce. The film of the original movie.
#11. Shazam!
Expected release: April 5
Genre: Superhero, action, adventure
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 448,305
"Shazam!" follows a 14-year-old foster kid who can shout, "shazam!" and turn into an adult superhero by the name of Shazam. The cast includes Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, and Adam Brody. The movie's producers have cited for the film.
#10. Toy Story 4
Expected release: June 21
Genre: Adventure, family, romance, animation
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 510,955
The long-awaited "Toy Story 4鈥 , who joins Woody and Buzz Lightyear鈥檚 gang. Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, and Michael Keaton all lend their voice talents.
#9. Joker
Expected release: Oct. 4
Genre: Superhero, crime, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 544,738
"Joker鈥 tells the origin story of this famous supervillain. The cast includes Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, and Shea Whigham. The film will be Robert De Niro鈥檚 .
#8. Glass
Expected release: Jan. 18
Genre: Superhero, horror, thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 575,361
"Glass鈥 tells the story of a security guard with supernatural abilities he uses to track a disturbed man with 24 personalities. The movie was . The film鈥檚 cast includes Bruce Willis, Sarah Paulson, and Samuel L. Jackson.
#7. Star Wars: Episode IX
Expected release: Dec. 20
Genre: Action, adventure, fantasy, sci-fi
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 636,683
The untitled "Star Wars: Episode IX鈥 will serve as the The film is directed and written by J.J. Abrams, and stars Billie Lourd, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, Keri Russell and Lupita Nyong鈥檕. When the trilogy ends, it will be the first in the franchise with all three films released in the same decade.
#6. Aladdin
Expected release: May 24
Genre: Musical, fantasy, comedy, romance, adventure
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 686,369
"Aladdin" is a live-action remake of the classic Disney film, written and directed by Guy Ritchie. The movie stars Will Smith, Naomi Scott, and Nasim Pedrad. Pedrad in an episode of "Saturday Night Live."
#5. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Expected release: July 26
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 715,514
"Once Upon a Time in Hollywood鈥 takes place in 1969 Los Angeles during the Helter Skelter scare, and tells the story of a former TV star and his stunt double. The film is , and the star-studded cast includes Margot Robbie, Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Dakota Fanning, Kurt Russell, Al Pacino, and James Marsden.
#4. Dark Phoenix
Expected release: June 7
Genre: Superhero, Action, Adventure
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 796,187
This film , and sees Jean Grey developing new powers that turn her into Dark Phoenix. The movie stars Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Evan Peters, Sophie Turner, and Michael Fassbender.
#3. Spider-Man: Far From Home
Expected release: July 5
Genre: Superhero, Action, Adventure
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 959,935
"Spider-Man: Far From Home鈥 follows Peter Parker and his friends on a trip to Europe, where Peter fights a villain named Mysterio. Zendaya, Jake Gyllenhaal, Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, and Samuel L. Jackson are all featured. The movie picks up
#2. Captain Marvel
Expected release: March 8
Genre: Superhero, Action, Adventure, Comedy
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 1,736,876
"Captain Marvel鈥 tells the story of Carol Danvers, who becomes a powerful hero when the planet is trapped in a battle between two alien races. The movie stars Brie Larson, Jude Law, and Samuel L. Jackson. Stan Lee, who died in November, in the film.
#1. Avengers 4
Expected release: May 3
Genre: Superhero, Action, Adventure
90-day Wikipedia pageviews: 1,916,728
The untitled Avengers movie will be the fourth installment of the series, directed by Anthony and Joe Russo. The movie's includes Bradley Cooper, Tilda Swinton, Brie Larson, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Robert Downey Jr., Paul Rudd, Chris Evans, Michelle Pfeiffer, Elizabeth Olsen, and Evangeline Lilly.