With so many great films released this year, picking the very best is tough! But after careful consideration, we’ve chosen 8 standout movies – including exciting first features and new work from celebrated directors. These films, from festival favorites to successful risks taken by major studios, represent the best of 2025 so far, and we predict the top three will become timeless classics.
It’s difficult to picture Seinfeld without Jerry’s memorable and unique girlfriends, or Wednesday without the magical and often rebellious students at Nevermore Academy.
When we want something thrilling or action-packed, we look for shows with real depth. But if we’re truly craving a fright – that feeling of being genuinely scared and needing something to hold onto – horror is exactly what hits the spot.
Since the release of The Rise of Skywalker, Anakin Skywalker’s Force ghost has appeared in a few new Star Wars stories. This raises a big question about the sequel trilogy: why wasn’t Anakin there to help his family when they needed him most?
Though the TV show Firefly was cancelled, its story continued in the movie Serenity, which finally explained why the Alliance was pursuing River. The film culminates in a speech from Mal to his crew, where he famously declares, “I aim to misbehave.” These four words, spoken at the end of Serenity, have resonated with fans and feel even more relevant today.
Let’s face it, most musicals have some weaker moments – a slow song to bridge scenes, a silly number for a laugh, or a tune that doesn’t really move the story forward. But every now and then, you find a musical where every song is fantastic.
Great movies about mothers often feature strong actresses playing women dealing with difficult personal and societal challenges, sometimes even struggling with their own mental health and fighting to reclaim their independence. Now, with the recent praise for Die My Love, here’s a look at some of the most unsettling films that explore the complexities of motherhood.
Everyone agrees Hawkeye is an amazing archer, but because he’s usually portrayed as a more realistic, relatable hero – at least, for a Marvel character – his skills often get overlooked or minimized to make other heroes seem stronger. The newest Marvel movie changes that, finally showcasing Hawkeye’s true abilities.
Premiering on June 17, 2021, Katla is an eight-episode series that expertly blends Icelandic folklore with a gripping, suspenseful story. Created by Sigurjón Kjartansson (Trapped) and Baltasar Kormákur (2 Guns, Everest), the show received overwhelmingly positive reviews for its deliberate pacing and moving portrayal of loss and grief. It’s a rare Netflix title with a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, and deserves a place on your watchlist.
As a huge movie fan, I think a truly iconic action scene in the MCU needs to be something people will want to watch again and again. It could be an epic magical battle, a thrilling chase, incredible martial arts, or just a really exciting moment that connects with both the character and the audience. It’s all about replayability and that feeling of ‘wow!’