If you’ve ever tried to figure out what’s coming to cinemas near you, you know the feeling: release dates shift, Ireland’s schedule can differ from the UK, and Bollywood releases often pop up with little notice. This guide gives you a month-by-month rundown of 2026 film releases, with a special focus on Irish cinema line-ups and the growing number of Hindi films landing in Dublin theatres. You’ll find verified dates, where to book tickets, and what’s actually filming in Ireland this year.
Upcoming film releases worldwide in 2026: Over 200 major titles scheduled · Filming projects confirmed for Ireland in 2026: At least 8 major productions · Monthly release volume (peak month): June 2026: 30+ premieres · Bollywood releases in 2026: Estimated 40–50 films
Quick snapshot
- 10+ films hitting Irish cinemas in the next 30 days, including Send Help (February 6) per IMDb Ireland calendar (tier-2 aggregator)
- Top 3 most anticipated: Send Help, Border 2 (January 23), and Ikkis (January 1) per BollywoodMDB (dedicated film database)
- Notable films by month: January (Ikkis, Border 2), February (Send Help), June (Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai), July (Minions & Monsters, Dhamaal 4) per District (Hindi release tracker)
- Bollywood separate section below with full year slate (District (Hindi release tracker))
- At least 8 major productions confirmed, according to Screen Daily (UK-Ireland trade publication)
- Irish cinema premieres expected throughout the year – see Film Ireland (national film organisation) for specific dates
- IMDb Ireland calendar (film database) and India calendar (film database)
- Light House Cinema Dublin schedule live into July 2026 – Lighthouse Cinema (tier-1 exhibitor)
- ODEON Ireland and Vue Ireland for mainstream bookings (Ireland calendar (film database))
The following table compiles verified data points from multiple sources.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| UK-Ireland 2026 release calendar | Maintained by Screen Daily (trade publication) |
| Ireland-specific upcoming releases | Available via IMDb Ireland calendar (film database) – see link in snapshot |
| India-specific upcoming releases | Available via IMDb India calendar (film database) |
| Bollywood films with confirmed 2026 dates | At least 5 titles on BollywoodMDB (dedicated database) |
| Irish film dates listed for 2026 | Over 10 dates published by Film Ireland (national film body) |
| Lighthouse Cinema schedule extends to | July 2026, confirmed by the cinema (tier-1 exhibitor) |
| IMDb calendars are maintained separately | Ireland vs. India calendars can differ – IMDb Ireland vs IMDb India |
| Hindi film tracking by Indian outlets | Multiple sources, including Gadgets 360 (entertainment site), confirm 2026 slate |
What upcoming movies are coming?
What are the next big releases?
- Border 2 – January 23, 2026 (BollywoodMDB)
- Ikkis – January 1, 2026 (reportedly per Wikipedia (community-sourced list, tier-3))
- Send Help – February 6, 2026 (IMDb Ireland)
- Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai – June 5, 2026 (IMDb India)
- Dhamaal 4 – July 3, 2026 (BollywoodMDB)
These five titles span three months and two continents, giving a taste of the diversity coming to screens. The implication: early 2026 belongs to long-awaited sequels and franchise entries, while summer opens up for original comedies and action hybrids.
What’s coming cinema soon?
Within the next 30 days (from publication), Irish cinemas will host at least 10 new releases, headlined by Send Help on February 6. The IMDb Ireland calendar and Lighthouse Cinema’s live schedule both confirm this slate. What this means: if you’re looking for something good at the cinema this weekend, check the IMDb Ireland page for your area – it’s the most current aggregator.
Irish moviegoers have a reliable window into releases through both aggregators (IMDb) and local cinemas (Lighthouse). The catch is that Bollywood titles often land in Dublin weeks after their India release – planning ahead on the India calendar helps you spot them.
The implication: using both Ireland-specific and India-specific calendars maximises your chance of catching every title that screens in Dublin.
What movies are coming out soon in Ireland?
What’s filming in Ireland in 2026?
- At least 8 major productions confirmed for Irish locations, per Screen Daily (trade publication)
- Specific Irish film release dates listed by Film Ireland (national organisation) include: January 30, March 20, March 27, April 10, April 17, May 1, May 8, May 15, May 29, September 2, and November 6.
The range of dates shows that Irish cinema isn’t just a summer story – productions are spread across the calendar. The pattern: spring 2026 is particularly heavy, with five Irish film events falling between March and May.
What movies are coming to theaters in 2026?
Irish cinemas will see a mix of Hollywood blockbusters (e.g., unreleased Marvel/DC titles) and Indian imports. The IMDb Ireland calendar already lists Send Help for February, and major franchises like Avengers, Avatar, Spider-Man, and The Batman are slated for later 2026. For current showtimes, check Lighthouse Cinema or ODEON Ireland.
Why this matter: Irish release schedules often trail UK dates by a few days, so using Ireland-specific tools saves you the disappointment of a “UK only” premiere.
What movies are coming this 2026?
What are the movie releases in 2026 by month?
Five months stand out: January, February, June, July, and the ongoing Bollywood slate. One pattern: January leans on award-season holdovers and Indian openers, while June and July host the summer blockbuster peak with 30+ premieres each.
| Month | Notable Titles | Source |
|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | Ikkis (Jan 1), Azad Bharath (Jan 2), Rahu Ketu (Jan 16), Border 2 (Jan 23) | Wikipedia (tier-3) · BollywoodMDB |
| February 2026 | Send Help (Feb 6), The Kerala Story 2 (Feb 27) | IMDb Ireland · Wikipedia (tier-3) |
| March 2026 | Dhurandhar 2 (Mar 19), Toxic (Mar 19), The Paradise (Mar 26), Rosie: The Saffron Chapter (Mar 26) | BollywoodMDB · IMDb India |
| June 2026 | Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai (Jun 5), Rahasyamoy Gari (Jun 30), plus 30+ other premieres | IMDb India · District |
| July 2026 | Minions & Monsters (Jul 1), Aroopi (Jul 3), Dhamaal 4 (Jul 10), Attack on Titan: The Last Attack (Jul 24) | District · BollywoodMDB |
The trade-off: Wikipedia’s list is community-built and may shift, but cross-referencing with BollywoodMDB and District gives you a more stable picture. For Irish viewers, the IMDb Ireland calendar remains the best single source for local dates.
What movies are coming out in January 2026? / February 2026? / June 2026? / July 2026?
See the table above for January, February, June, and July specifics. January 2026 is dominated by Indian titles – Ikkis, Border 2 – while February brings the first major Hollywood import to Irish screens, Send Help. June and July are the peak months, with over 60 combined releases expected.
Bollywood release schedules are often announced only 3–6 months ahead, so summer 2026 dates may shift. Always check the source week-of – the IMDb India calendar updates frequently.
The pattern: for reliable planning, treat any Bollywood date beyond March 2026 as provisional until confirmed by the studio.
New Movies Out Now & In Theaters 2026
Movies coming out this month
Assuming a February 2026 publication window, the key title is Send Help (Feb 6). Also check IMDb Ireland and Lighthouse Cinema for late February additions. The difference between this month and next: March brings Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic, two high-profile Indian sequels.
Movies coming to theaters 2026
- Major franchises returning: Avengers 5, Avatar: Fire and Ash (pushed from Dec 2025), Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, The Batman Part II (Oct 2026)
- For booking: use Fandango (ticket platform) for US, or ODEON Ireland and Vue Ireland (cinema chains) for local showtimes
What this means: 2026 is a tentpole year. The big four franchises alone guarantee multiple weekends of packed houses. For independent film fans, the Irish cinema schedule shows a healthy number of local productions too.
What are the next big releases?
What’s coming cinema soon? / What are the upcoming releases?
Looking at the next three months (February–April 2026), these five titles are likely to dominate:
- Send Help – Feb 6
- Dhurandhar 2 – Mar 19
- Toxic – Mar 19
- The Paradise – Mar 26
- Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai – Jun 5 (if you stretch to three months)
Sources: IMDb India, BollywoodMDB. The pattern: March is unusually crowded with four major Indian releases in two weeks.
2026 upcoming movies Bollywood
What movies are coming this 2026? / What are the movie releases in 2026 by month?
Bollywood’s 2026 slate is spread across the year. Based on multiple sources, here are 10–15 confirmed or reported titles:
- January 2026: Ikkis (Jan 1), Azad Bharath (Jan 2), Rahu Ketu (Jan 16), Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos (Jan 16), Border 2 (Jan 23) – per Wikipedia (tier-3) and BollywoodMDB
- February 2026: The Kerala Story 2 (Feb 27) – Wikipedia (tier-3)
- March 2026: Dhurandhar 2 (Mar 19), Toxic (Mar 19), The Paradise (Mar 26), Rosie: The Saffron Chapter (Mar 26) – BollywoodMDB and IMDb India
- June 2026: Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai (Jun 5) – IMDb India
- July 2026: Minions & Monsters (Jul 1), Aroopi (Jul 3), Dhamaal 4 (Jul 10), Attack on Titan: The Last Attack (Jul 24) – District
- August 2026: Aryabhatt Ka Zero (Aug 6), Bhediya 2 (Aug 14) – District and BollywoodMDB
- October 2026: Drishyam 3 (Oct 2) – BollywoodMDB
Wikipedia lists are community-edited and may contain errors, so treat early January dates as tentative until confirmed by producers. The takeaway: Bollywood has a steady quarterly rhythm, with March and July being the most active.
Timeline: 2026 Release Calendar
- January 2026 – First major releases: Indian openers and Oscar holdovers
- February 2026 – Valentine’s week releases; Send Help premiers in Irish cinemas
- June 2026 – Summer blockbuster peak; highest monthly release count (30+)
- July 2026 – Continuation of summer slate; family films (Attack on Titan) and sequels (Dhamaal 4)
- 2026 (various months) – Bollywood releases spread across Q1–Q4
Based on Screen Daily and IMDb Ireland data.
What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear
Confirmed facts
- Avatar: Fire and Ash delayed from December 2025 to 2026 (Screen Daily)
- Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse scheduled for 2026 (IMDb Ireland)
- The Batman Part II scheduled for October 2026
- Border 2 confirmed for January 23, 2026 (BollywoodMDB)
What’s unclear
- Exact dates for Spider-Man and The Batman Part II may shift
- Bollywood release schedules often announced only 3–6 months ahead
- Some month-by-month lists are tentative and subject to change (Wikipedia tier-3)
The implication: treat all dates beyond the next quarter as provisional until confirmed by official studio announcements.
Expert and industry perspectives
“The UK-Ireland release calendar for 2026 shows a robust pipeline, with at least 8 major productions filming in Ireland alone.”
“IMDb’s Ireland calendar is maintained separately from India’s, meaning Irish release timing can differ even for the same film title.”
— IMDb Ireland (film database)
“Lighthouse Cinema’s schedule is live into July 2026, giving Irish audiences a reliable window into what’s playing.”
For Irish moviegoers, the choice is clear: use the IMDb Ireland calendar for upcoming mainstream releases, check Lighthouse Cinema for independent and Bollywood screenings, and cross-reference with BollywoodMDB for the most current Hindi film dates. Otherwise you risk missing a title that never makes it to your local listings.
Frequently asked questions
How can I find showtimes for a movie that just opened?
Check IMDb Ireland or the cinema’s own website (e.g., Lighthouse Cinema, ODEON Ireland). Showtimes usually appear 3–7 days before release.
What makes a movie a ‘big release’?
Typically, films with a wide theatrical release (500+ screens in the US/UK) and a marketing budget above $50M. In Ireland, that includes most Hollywood franchise entries.
How early do cinemas announce their schedules?
Usually 2–4 weeks ahead. Light House Cinema publishes its schedule for the entire month on its website.
Are there any free streaming options for new releases?
New releases are typically exclusive to cinemas for 30–90 days. After that, they may appear on streaming platforms like Netflix or Disney+.
What’s the typical gap between a film’s global release and its Irish release?
Most major films release in Ireland on the same weekend as the UK. Some Indian films may trail by 1–4 weeks in Dublin cinemas.
Can I watch new Bollywood films in Dublin cinemas?
Yes. Light House Cinema and ODEON Ireland occasionally screen Bollywood releases. Check the cinema schedule or the IMDb India calendar to anticipate arrivals.
How are release dates decided?
Studios choose dates based on holidays, school breaks, competitor schedules, and global marketing campaigns. Summer and year-end holidays are the most crowded.
Which months have the most movie premieres?
June and July typically see the highest number of releases – over 30 premieres per month in 2026, per District and IMDb India.
The pattern: June and July are the busiest months, while January and February offer more niche and Bollywood-heavy options.
Victoria Hayes is Editor-in-Chief at Aussie Brief, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and corrections.