As we look ahead to 2025, Disney has some major releases lined up that are sure to captivate audiences worldwide. Whether you’re a fan of heartwarming animation, action-packed superhero tales, or live-action adaptations, there’s something for everyone. From long-awaited sequels to bold new stories, here’s a breakdown of the exciting Disney movies hitting theaters in 2025.
1. Captain America: Brave New World
- Release Date: February 14, 2025
- Studio: Marvel Studios
- Cast: Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Captain America), Harrison Ford (Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross), Liv Tyler (Betty Ross)
- Director: Julius Onah
- Plot: Captain America: Brave New World marks a pivotal moment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), as Sam Wilson officially takes on the mantle of Captain America. After the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Sam must navigate the pressures of being the new Cap while facing a rising global threat.
2. Snow White
- Release Date: March 21, 2025
- Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
- Cast: Rachel Zegler (Snow White), Gal Gadot (Evil Queen), Andrew Burnap (The Prince)
- Director: Marc Webb
- Plot: Disney’s live-action Snow White takes a fresh approach to the classic fairy tale. Snow White, a young girl living in a magical world, finds herself challenged not only by the Evil Queen but also by her own desires for self-discovery and empowerment.
3. The Amateur
- Release Date: April 11, 2025
- Studio: 20th Century Studios
- Cast: Rami Malek, Lily Collins, Michael B. Jordan
- Director: Michael Spierig
- Plot: The Amateur is a gripping thriller about a CIA cryptographer (played by Rami Malek) who becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy after a personal tragedy. The film blends high-stakes action with an emotionally charged narrative about the consequences of betrayal and the dangers of espionage.
4. Thunderbolts
- Release Date: May 2, 2025
- Studio: Marvel Studios
- Cast: Florence Pugh (Yelena Belova), Sebastian Stan (Bucky Barnes), Wyatt Russell (John Walker), David Harbour (Red Guardian)
- Director: Jake Schreier
- Plot: Thunderbolts brings together a team of anti-heroes and reformed villains, each with their own complicated pasts. Tasked with covert government missions, they must work together despite their personal conflicts and differing agendas.
5. Lilo & Stitch
- Release Date: May 23, 2025
- Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
- Cast: Maia Kealoha (Lilo), Zach Galifianakis (Stitch, voice), Chris Hemsworth (Dr. Jumbaa)
- Director: Dean Fleischer-Camp
- Plot: In this live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch, Lilo and Stitch’s iconic bond is brought to life with real-world visuals. Lilo, a young Hawaiian girl, adopts Stitch, an alien experiment on the run from his creators, leading to a heartwarming story about family, belonging, and the power of love.
6. Elio
- Release Date: June 13, 2025
- Studio: Pixar
- Cast: Maximiliano Hernández (Elio), America Ferrera, Matt Dillon
- Director: Adrian Molina
- Plot: Elio tells the story of an 11-year-old boy, Elio, who unintentionally ends up in space and becomes Earth’s ambassador to an intergalactic federation. His journey is filled with adventure, humor, and heart as he navigates alien cultures and his own personal growth.
7. Freakier Friday
- Release Date: TBA (2025)
- Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
- Cast: Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan
- Director: Not yet confirmed
- Plot: The sequel to the 2003 hit Freaky Friday sees mother and daughter switching lives once more, with all the chaos and comedy that comes with it. As they walk in each other’s shoes, both characters learn important lessons about empathy, family, and growing up.
8. Tron: Ares
- Release Date: October 10, 2025
- Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
- Cast: Jared Leto, Olivia Wilde (appears in a special role), Garrett Hedlund (Sam Flynn returns)
- Director: Joachim Rønning
- Plot: Tron: Ares follows a new program, Ares, who poses a threat to the virtual world of the Grid. The boundaries between the real world and the digital world begin to blur as Ares ventures beyond the confines of the system, leading to a thrilling adventure that mixes action with deep philosophical questions.
9. Zootopia 2
- Release Date: November 26, 2025
- Studio: Walt Disney Animation Studios
- Cast: Ginnifer Goodwin (Judy Hopps), Jason Bateman (Nick Wilde), new characters TBA
- Director: Byron Howard, Jared Bush
- Plot: In Zootopia 2, officers Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to investigate a new criminal network that threatens the city’s harmony. Along the way, they’ll explore new areas of Zootopia, meeting even more bizarre animal species and uncovering deep secrets.
10. Avatar: Fire and Ash
- Release Date: December 19, 2025
- Studio: 20th Century Studios
- Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang
- Director: James Cameron
- Plot: The third installment of the Avatar saga continues the story of Jake Sully and Neytiri as they battle to protect Pandora from new threats. As they form alliances with other Na’vi clans, they must fight not only for survival but also for the future of their world.
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