Here Are the 10 Best New Movies to Look Forward to in December 2024 (2025)

2024 has been an incredible year for movie enthusiasts, whether you're watching indie darlings or huge blockbusters at the theater like the , Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, and Dune: Part Two. Similarly, December 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting month for fans, with a new slate of films from a wide range of genres.

From a long-awaited horror film based on a classic from the 20th century to the highly anticipated Lord of the Rings animated film, there's something for everyone in December. As the year starts to wind down, we also have a few occasions, such as Christmas, that bring us holiday-themed movies, allowing you to immerse yourself in impressive stories. With that in mind, these are the best new films releasing in December 2024 in order of release.

12 'Nightbitch'

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Nightbitch

Release Date

December 6, 2024

Cast

Amy Adams , Scoot McNairy , Zoe Chao , Mary Holland , Kerry O'Malley

Runtime

98 Minutes

Main Genre

Comedy

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Nightbitch is an upcoming black comedy film starring Amy Adams as a stay-at-home mom with a routine of raising her children in the suburbs. However, her mundane life quickly takes a surreal turn as her maternal instincts begin to manifest in canine form, leading her to experience some supernatural changes.

'Nightbitch' Is a Unique Body Horror Film About Motherhood

Motherhood is one of the most difficult and beautiful phases of a woman's life, and there are moments when they go through many natural changes. Nightbitch explores the concept in a rather intriguing way, with body horror as its main focus. While it's too early to tell if the execution will be successful, the trailer does seem promising. The film will be available in theaters on December 6, 2024.

11 'Y2K'

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Y2K

Release Date

March 9, 2024

Cast

Rachel Zegler , Alicia Silverstone , Julian Dennison , Jaeden Martell , Eduardo Franco , Mason Gooding , Miles Robbins , Tim Heidecker

Runtime

93 Minutes

Main Genre

Comedy

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Artificial intelligence is gradually becoming more and more popular. Now, imagine what the world would be like if AI had taken complete control over two decades ago. Y2K, directed and co-written by SNL alum Kyle Mooney, follows two high school nobodies who decide to disrupt the last major New Year's Eve celebration in 1999. However, the night takes an unexpected turn once the clock strikes midnight.

'Y2K' Presents an AI Apocalypse in 1999

With the recent influx of AI films, audiences are craving something distinctive that would keep them engaged. Y2K presents just that, with the concept of artificial intelligence taking over the world in 1999. So, if you enjoy vintage settings with a contemporary twist, Y2K should be an enjoyable spectacle when it is released in theaters on December 6, 2024.

10 Maria

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Maria

Release Date

November 27, 2024

Cast

Angelina Jolie , Pierfrancesco Favino , Alba Rohrwacher , Haluk Bilginer , Kodi Smit-McPhee , Valeria Golino , Stephen Ashfield , Alessandro Bressanello , Vincent Macaigne , Lydia Korniordou , Rebecka Johnston , Botond Bartus , Marcell Lengyel , Philipp Droste , Jeremy Wheeler , Luca Gréta Felhalmi , Zora Gerda Fejes , Kay Madsen , Toma Hrisztov , Christiana Aloneftis , Aggelina Papadopoulou

Runtime

123 Minutes

Main Genre

Biography

Maria, starring Angelina Jolie, already has the awards crowd buzzing with her latest performance. The biographical drama follows opera singer Maria Callas (Jolie) as she lives out the final days of her life in 1970s Paris. Premiering at the Venice International Film Festival, Jolie's performance has been a highlight.

Angelina Jolie in a Unique Role

Maria presents a new opportunity for Angelina Jolie, who reportedly took seven months of opera lessons to prepare for the role. The film is helmed by Pablo Larraín, with the picture completing his trilogy of biopics focusing on important 20th-century women after the releases of Spencer and Jackie. Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Stephen Ashfield, and Pierfrancesco Favino also star in the film. Maria is releasing on Netflix on December 11.

9 'Kraven the Hunter'

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Kraven the Hunter

Release Date

December 13, 2024

Cast

Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Russell Crowe , Fred Hechinger , Ariana DeBose , Christopher Abbott , Alessandro Nivola , Levi Miller , Chi Lewis-Parry , Billy Barratt , Jessica Zhou , Michael Shaeffer , Dritan Kastrati , Greg Kolpakchi , Elander Moore , Filiz Fairweather , Duran Fulton Brown , Alex Skarbek , Rachel Handshaw , Preslav Shipkaliev , Murat Seven , Robert Ryan

Runtime

127 Minutes

Main Genre

Adventure

Kraven the Hunter is the sixth installment in Sony's Spider-Man Universe, starring Aaron-Taylor Johnson in the lead role of Sergei Kravinoff, a formidable hunter whose relationship with his father, Nikolai Kravinoff, sends him down a path of vengeance, which results in dire consequences for both. However, Sergei is not just any hunter; he is, in fact, the world's most feared hunter.

'Kraven the Hunter' Is the First R-rated Film in Sony's Spider-Man Universe

It doesn't take a genius to figure out that Kraven the Hunter is an R-rated film, especially given the brutality depicted in the official trailer. However, many fans are unaware that all previous additions in Sony's Spider-Man universe have been graded PG-13 at best. So, despite low expectations for the picture in light of box office predictions and other external variables, Kraven the Hunter should be a fascinating film to look forward to. Kraven the Hunter will be available in theaters on December 13, 2024.

8 'The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim'

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The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

Release Date

December 13, 2024

Cast

Brian Cox , Miranda Otto , Gaia Wise , Luke Pasqualino , Laurence Ubong , Shaun Dooley

Runtime

134 Minutes

Main Genre

Fantasy

The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim is an animated film directed by Kenji Kamiyama, known for his previous works Eden of the East, Ghost in the Shell, and Akira. Set 183 years before the events of the original trilogy, the film chronicles the King of Rohan's legendary last stand at Helm's Deep when he faces the wrath of a ruthless Dunlending lord named Wulf. Will the mighty fortress be able to withstand such a huge army driven by vengeance?

The War of Rohirrim Takes Viewers Back to the Helm's Deep

The Battle of the Helm's Deep, featured in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, is regarded as arguably the high point of the trilogy. As a result, The War of Rohirrim, despite being an animated film, is expected to be incredible due to the potential war sequences included, thanks to the director Kenji Kamiyama. As The War of Rohirrim opens in theaters on December 13, 2024, we'll take a trip down memory lane into one of The Lord of the Rings' most epic settings.

7 'Mufasa: The Lion King'

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Mufasa: The Lion King

Action

Animation

Adventure

Release Date

December 20, 2024

Cast

Seth Rogen , Billy Eichner , Kelvin Harrison Jr. , Aaron Pierre , John Kani

Main Genre

Adventure

Mufasa: The Lion King is a prequel to the 2019 live-action remake of the original Disney animated film, The Lion King. Told in flashbacks, the story follows Mufasa, an orphaned cub who is lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka. The fated meeting sets specific things in motion, such as Mufasa's journey to becoming the king of the Pride Lands, all while meeting a few misfits along the way.

'Mufasa: The Lion King' Expands Disney's Long-Running Franchise

Even though Mufasa is a highly anticipated origin story of the iconic character from The Lion King films, it also proves that the franchise can go beyond regular sequels, especially since it takes audiences back in time rather than setting events in the future by focusing on Simba's children. So, it should be intriguing to see what kind of story the movie intends to tell its audience. Mufasa: The Lion King will be released in theaters on December 20, 2024.

6 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3'

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Release Date

December 20, 2024

Cast

Ben Schwartz , Colleen O'Shaughnessey , Idris Elba , Keanu Reeves , Tika Sumpter , Lee Majdoub , James Marsden , Jim Carrey

Runtime

109 Minutes

Main Genre

Adventure

Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the long-awaited threequel to one of the most popular video game-based movies, is finally here. The film, directed by Jeff Fowler, returns to theaters this holiday season as Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails band together to defeat Shadow, a fearsome hedgehog with unpredictable powers. However, when outmatched by the new, mysterious enemy, the trio is forced to seek an unusual alliance.

'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' Has Higher Stakes

So far in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, villains have been relatively weak in comparison to Sonic's abilities, whether it's Dr. Robotnik, who largely relies on his wits, or Knuckles, who falls a little behind Sonic in terms of speed. However, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 introduces a terrifying villain who apparently has the power to destroy a planet if left unchecked. As a result, fans of the franchise will have something exciting to look forward to when the film hits theaters on December 20, 2024.

5 The Brutalist

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5/5

The Brutalist

Release Date

December 20, 2024

Cast

Adrien Brody , Guy Pearce , Felicity Jones , Joe Alwyn , Raffey Cassidy , Stacy Martin , Emma Laird , Isaach De Bankole , Alessandro Nivola , Michael Epp , Jonathan Hyde , Peter Polycarpou , Salvatore Sansone , Ariane Labed , Jeremy Wheeler , Jaymes Butler , Matt Devere , Natalie Shinnick , Stephen Saracco , Peter Linka , Robert Jackson

Main Genre

Drama

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The Brutalist is a historical drama following László Tóth (Adrien Brody), a Hungarian-born Jewish architect who moves to the United States after surviving World War II and the Holocaust. Directed by Brady Corbet, known for his work on The Crowded Room, Vox Lux, and The Childhood of a Leader, The Brutalist looks to be his best project yet after outstanding reviews following its premiere at the Venice Film Festival.

An Epic Film

The Brutalist clocks in at an astounding 3 hours 35 minutes, though that should not deter fans. MovieWeb's own Julian Roman gave the film a perfect 5/5, stating, "The Brutalist is a cinematic masterpiece in every frame of its whopping nearly four-hour runtime. Director/co-writer Brady Corbet's epic tale of a Jewish-Hungarian architect's immigrant journey in post-World War II America is nothing short of extraordinary. Adrien Brody mesmerizes in a sublime lead performance that catapults him to the forefront of awards contention." You won't want to miss The Brutalist when it releases on December 20.

4 'A Complete Unknown'

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A Complete Unknown

Release Date

December 25, 2024

Cast

Timothée Chalamet , Edward Norton , Elle Fanning , Monica Barbaro , Nick Offerman , Boyd Holbrook , P.J. Byrne , Scoot McNairy , Dan Fogler , Will Harrison , Charlie Tahan , Jon Gennari , Norbert Leo Butz

Main Genre

Biography

A Complete Unknown is an upcoming biographical film based on Elijah Wald's Dylan Goes Electric! Newport, Seeger, Dylan, and the Night That Split the Sixties. Set in the early 1960s, the film follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician Bob Dylan, whose meteoric ascent to fame as a folk singer shocked the world, making him a sensation in the world of electric rock and roll music.

Timothée Chalamet Delivers the Performance of the Year in 'A Complete Unknown'

When watching a biography, audiences care a lot about the subtle details, including the historical authenticity and the actors portraying the person on whom the film is based. In this regard, Timothée Chalamet seemed to have delivered a phenomenal performance, with journalists stating that he not only flawlessly captured the voice and looks of Bob Dylan but also the little nuances that brought the biography to life. A Complete Unknown will be released in theaters on December 25, 2024.

3 'Babygirl'

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Babygirl

Release Date

December 25, 2024

Cast

Nicole Kidman , Harris Dickinson , Antonio Banderas , Sophie Wilde , John Cenatiempo , Leslie Silva , Anoop Desai , Jean Reno

Runtime

114 Minutes

Main Genre

Thriller

Babygirl is an erotic thriller being released at an unexpected moment, as it's not exactly a film that the whole family will watch around the holidays. Starring Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson, the plot follows Romy, an esteemed CEO of a major organization, who engages in an affair with one of her young interns, knowing that it will have an impact on her family and work.

'Babygirl' Tells a Forbidden Love Story

The romance and age gap in this film will surely draw some eyes when it is released. And with one of them being married, the forbidden love is even more taboo. Based on what we've seen so far, Babygirl is prepared to tell the story in a way that will captivate viewers. The official trailer shows the sizzling chemistry between Kidman and Dickinson, which viewers will appreciate once the film opens in theaters on December 25, 2024.

2 'Nosferatu'

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4/5

Nosferatu

Release Date

December 25, 2024

Cast

Bill Skarsgard , Lily-Rose Depp , Nicholas Hoult , Willem Dafoe , Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Emma Corrin , Simon McBurney , Ralph Ineson , Paul Maynard , Stacy Thunes

Runtime

2h 12m

Main Genre

Horror

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Nosferatu, directed and co-written by Robert Eggers, is a supernatural horror film starring Lily-Rose Depp and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Set against the backdrop of a haunting Western Europe, the film reimagines the gothic tale of a terrifying vampire infatuated with a young woman plagued by supernatural phenomena and turns the unfortunate town into his hunting grounds.

One of Several Remakes Based on Dracula

Nosferatu is, in fact, based on the 1922 German film Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, an unofficial adaptation of Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula. Over the years, there have been numerous adaptations of this gothic horror tale, with the most recent being the 2024 film, which stars Bill Skarsgård, Willem Dafoe, and Emma Corrin alongside Lily-Rose Depp. Nosferatu will be available in theaters on December 25, 2024.

1 'The Fire Inside'

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3.5/5

The Fire Inside

Release Date

December 25, 2024

Cast

Ryan Destiny , Brian Tyree Henry , Olunike Adeliyi , De'Adre Aziza , Lanette Ware , Adam Clark , Bobby Daniels

Runtime

109 minutes

Main Genre

Biography

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The Fire Inside is an upcoming biographical sports film directed by Rachel Morrison in her feature debut. Written by Barry Jenkins, the film tells the true story of Claressa "T-Rex" Shields, a professional boxer from Michigan who dreams of becoming the first female Olympic champion in her state. In particular, the story focuses on her journey to the 2012 and the 2016 Summer Olympics, underscoring her talents, hard work, and determination.

A Sports Biography About the Gritty Boxing World

There have been several films about boxing, ranging from Rocky to Creed, but movies based on real-life figures can feel closer to the audience. Similarly, The Fire Inside tells the true story of Claressa and how she became a two-time Olympic gold medalist through nothing but hard work and unwavering resolve. Those who embrace boxing as a sport should be able to find it exceptionally inspiring, so make sure to see it in theaters nearby on December 25, 2024.

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