Netflix has announced several major movie releases for 2025, promising to deliver unforgettable cinematic experiences. From action-packed thrillers starring big-name actors to long-awaited sequels of iconic comedies and a fresh adaptation of a classic novel, the lineup is impressive. Here are five of the most anticipated films that are sure to draw the attention of millions of Netflix subscribers.
Havoc
Action fans are eagerly awaiting Tom Hardy's latest project. In Havoc, Hardy stars as a detective investigating a botched drug deal. As he delves deeper, he uncovers corruption that runs through the city’s power structures while attempting to rescue the son of a powerful politician tangled in the criminal underworld.
The film is directed by Gareth Evans, known for Gangs of London. Alongside Hardy, the cast includes Jessie Mei Li, Timothy Olyphant, and Forest Whitaker.
The Electric State
Millie Bobby Brown, best known for her role as Eleven in Stranger Things, takes on a new challenge in the retro-futuristic film The Electric State.
Directed by the Russo brothers and inspired by Simon Stålenhag’s graphic novel, this dystopian adventure follows a young girl and a mysterious robot on a quest to find her missing brother in a post-apocalyptic world. Chris Pratt co-stars alongside Brown in this visually stunning journey.
Back in Action
Cameron Diaz's return to the big screen after more than a decade is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. In the action-comedy Back in Action, Diaz teams up with Jamie Foxx as former spies forced back into the field for a high-stakes mission.
With a dynamic plot and thrilling sequences, this film promises to deliver plenty of laughs and edge-of-your-seat excitement.
Happy Gilmore 2
The sequel to the beloved 1990s comedy starring Adam Sandler is a dream come true for fans. Happy Gilmore 2 will explore the character’s life after his legendary victory at the 1996 Tour Championship.
Joining Sandler in the sequel are Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, and an exciting lineup of new faces, including NFL player Travis Kelce, singer Bad Bunny, and actress Margaret Qualley.
Frankenstein
Among Netflix’s 2025 announcements, Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of Frankenstein stands out as one of the most intriguing projects. The Oscar-winning director aims to bring a fresh perspective to Mary Shelley’s classic tale.
Del Toro revealed that the film has been a decade in the making, with every detail meticulously crafted. The movie will provide an intimate exploration of Victor Frankenstein’s creation, with Oscar Isaac portraying the scientist and Jacob Elordi playing the iconic creature. Del Toro, along with Maggie Gyllenhaal, promises to deliver a gothic masterpiece that breathes new life into this timeless story.
