5 Most Anticipated Sequels to Wait for in 2026 Except for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'

While everyone is waiting for Miranda Priestly's return, 2026 will bring many long-awaited sequels that will outshine even this cult classic.

We've selected five of the most promising sequels, ranging from one of the most popular animated franchises to the final installment of the greatest sci-fi saga of recent years.

1. 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'

Release Date: November 20, 2026

The upcoming Hunger Games project will focus on a young Haymitch and his triumph in the bloody Quarter Quell long before the events of the main trilogy.

Based on Suzanne Collins's original novel, the movie promises to be ambitious and emotional. The cast is impressive, including Glenn Close and Ralph Fiennes as President Snow.

Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, whom Haymitch mentored, are expected to appear toward the end of the movie.

2. 'Dune: Part Three'

Release Date: December 18, 2026

The conclusion of Denis Villeneuve's epic trilogy takes place 12 years after the events of the second Dune movie. The main character has matured, assuming the position of universal emperor as prophesied.

His visions continue to foreshadow the destruction of all humanity. The third film is expected to depict Atreides' moral decline and introduce new characters, including a mysterious antagonist played by Robert Pattinson and Alia Atreides, Paul's sister.

3. 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Release Date: December 18, 2026

2019's Endgame proved to be anything but a conclusion. Afterward, the quality of Marvel Studios' content declined noticeably, box office revenue dropped, and critics and fans began to lose interest.

The best of the film universe will try to regain credibility, including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Patrick Stewart, and Ian McKellen.

The Russos returned as directors, and the script was refined in utmost secrecy during filming.

4. 'The Adventures of Cliff Booth'

Release Date: 2026

A sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was announced on April 1, 2025. Brad Pitt will reprise his role as stuntman Cliff Booth, and David Fincher will direct. Tarantino will write the script.

The story will reportedly focus on Booth's career, though the specifics are unknown. Pitt will be joined by Elizabeth Debicki, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Scott Caan, and Carla Gugino.

Netflix promised to release The Adventures of Cliff Booth this summer, but these plans are subject to change.

5. 'Toy Story 5'

Release Date: June 19, 2026

Similar to The Avengers, the Toy Story franchise was expected to conclude in 2019 with a fourth movie. However, the iconic franchise is returning – cowboy Woody and astronaut Buzz Lightyear, the gold standard of the studio's animation, have been called in to help.

In the new installment, the characters will face their most pressing challenge and the modern world's most pressing problem: technology. The antagonist is Lilypad, a tablet that Bonnie, Andy's younger sister, has become immersed in.