The 10 most anticipated movies of 2023

Get ready for superheroes, thrilling horrors, action, and plenty of unexpected surprises

During the last few years, a lot of industries have been affected by the restrictions, and Hollywood was of course one of them. The film industry had to make numerous adjustments and changes to keep up and be present. Warner Bros. committed to streaming all their major releases from last year, on HBO Max. The results were quite mixed, and in the meantime, other studios included a variety of theatrical and digital techniques. This model is here to stay in 2023. Regardless of the strategies, you are still going to see some stellar productions and excellent movies, so don't worry. We've already made a list of the most awaited movies of the new year to come.

Creed III, directed by Michael B. Jordan. Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors, Phylicia Rashad

This is Michael B. Jordan's debut in directing a feature film. Here, he plays the son of Rocky’s ex-nemesis and now friend - Apollo Creed. So far, there are no spoilers about this film, but there are speculations about the appearance of Jonathan Majors as Adonis’s competition in the ring. Tessa Thompson and Phylicia Rashad are planned to repeat their roles as Adonis’s girlfriend and mother.

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, starring: Chris Pine, Hugh Grant, Regé-Jean Page, Michelle Rodriguez, Sophia Lillis, Justice Smith.

Finally, the famous role-playing game obtains a glossy boost, grace a directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, and a huge cast that welcomes Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Hugh Grant, Regé-Jean Pag (who played in Bridgerton) and so many more.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, directed by James Gunn, starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Will Poulter, Elizabeth Debicki.

James Gunn makes his comeback after The Suicide Squad with another good movie, the latest Guardians, which is certain to deliver the best performances and really good actors. Expect to laugh and be amazed.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, directed by: Joaquim Dos Santos, starring Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac, Issa Rae.

An Oscar-winning animated movie, which was a really huge hit for both critics and viewers, Across the Spider-Verse is one of the most anticipated films of 2023. Hear the voices of Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld’s, and Oscar Isaac along with Issa Rae -the voice of Jessica Drew (Spider-Woman).

The Flash, directed by Andy Muschietti, starring: Ezra Miller, Ben Affleck, Sasha Calle, Billy Crudup, Michael Keaton.

So, if you didn't know already, people have a thing for multi-verses nowadays, and it seems like it's one of the most common themes this year. The Flash is also part of the trend, this time coming from DC. Similar to a number of the movies on this list, there aren't a lot of spoilers and we're not sure of what to expect. One thing is for sure, Michael Keaton plays the role of Bruce Wayne, which could be an extra meta trick or just a significant sign of what's to come

Dune: Part Two, directed by Denis Villeneuve, starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård. Even though the first installment’s date release on HBO Max was not sure, now we know that Dune: Part Two is set to release officially. Director Denis Villeneuve argues that the movie will cover the rest of Frank Herbert’s books and will be available to watch exclusively in theaters.

The Nun 2, directed by Michael Chaves, starring Bonnie Aarons.

If you're a fan of the Conjuring Universe, you will be thrilled to see a sequel to this 2018 horror, where Taissa Farmiga - a young nun - reaches face-to-face with a demon at the convent. Next year's film will take place four years later, as the main character meets the demon again just after a priest is killed.

Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning, Part One, directed by Christopher McQuarrie, starring: Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson, Ving Rhames, Vanessa Kirby, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff, Shea Whigham, and many more. Due to the pandemic restrictions, Mission Impossible had to readjust and postpone its release date. However, fans are waiting for this moment to come, as the film brings back familiar faces like Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames, Rebecca Ferguson, and Vanessa Kirby. The main villain will be played by none other than Esai Morales.

Wonka, directed by Paul King

starring: Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Colman, Rowan Atkinson, Keegan-Michael Key. If you liked the first Willy Wonka, you will love this one too. Timothée Chalamet gets ready to take the role himself, as a young chocolatier, and tells us his fascinating story from the beginning. Step inside a wonderful world and meet the Oompa-Loompas alongside Olivia Colman, Sally Hawkins, and Rowan Atkinson from the director of the Paddington films.