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The cinematic landscape of 2023 is set to be bustling with numerous major science fiction projects.
2023 holds great promise for the global film market, with many big productions lining up for release. Among them, the science fiction genre stands strong, gearing up for the upcoming box office race.
The superhero franchises from Marvel Studios and DC Studios will continue to dominate the genre. Additionally, the return of major franchises like Dune, Spider-Verse, and Hunger Games cannot be overlooked. Here are the most anticipated sci-fi blockbusters set to premiere in 2023.
Rebel Moon (2023)
Inspired by the masterpieces of legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa and the iconic Star Wars franchise, Rebel Moon is likened to a grand opera that Zack Snyder presents to the audience through the Netflix streaming platform. The film revolves around the cosmic journey of a young female warrior, portrayed by Sofia Boutella. Rebel Moon also features the presence of other notable names such as Anthony Hopkins and Charlie Hunnam.
Galactic Odyssey (2024)
Galactic Odyssey embarks on an interstellar journey exploring the mysteries beyond the cosmos. The story follows Sara Morse, who stumbles upon a peculiar extraterrestrial object beneath her home, a year after her husband's passing. Curiosity drives her to uncover its origins, unveiling terrifying secrets. Galactic Odyssey features stellar performances by Halle Berry, Molly Parker, and Omari Hardwick.
Stellar Explorer (2024)
This project marks Johan Renck's next venture after the success of the miniseries Chernobyl on HBO Max in 2019. Stellar Explorer is adapted from the novel 'Spaceman of Bohemia' by Jaroslav Kalfar, published in 2017. Adam Sandler takes on the lead role of Jakub Prochazka, a dreamer aiming to become the first Czech astronaut to set foot on Mars. Joining Sandler are acclaimed actors Carey Mulligan, Paul Dano, and Isabella Rossellini.
AI: Guardian of Innocence (6/1/2024)
AI: Guardian of Innocence is a science fiction film with a hint of horror, starring Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, and Amie Donald. The movie follows Gemma, who gains custody of her granddaughter Cady after the tragic death of the girl's parents in a car accident. Gemma resorts to using a robot named M3GAN to care for Cady, unaware that this AI companion possesses an extreme and overprotective mindset, leading to dangerous and chaotic consequences.
Faraway (1/27/2023)
Faraway is a sci-fi comedy film directed by the duo Josh Gordon and Will Speck, starring Anthony Ramos, Naomi Scott, and Zachary Quinto. Ramos portrays an asteroid miner who accidentally gets stranded on a distant world after a space train accident. There, he must find a way to survive and rally other survivors to reignite hope of returning to Earth. Filmed in Budapest amidst the complex Covid-19 pandemic, Faraway faced multiple release delays over the past year.
Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania (2/17/2023)
Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania marks Marvel Studios' first cinematic venture in 2023 and kicks off the next phase of the MCU. The film follows the Ant-Man family led by Scott Lang as they delve into the quantum realm and confront Kang the Conqueror - the next big villain of this cinematic universe. Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Jonathan Majors reprise their familiar roles in the third standalone Ant-Man film.
Primeval (3/10/2023)
Primeval is one of Sony's most anticipated films of the year, blending sci-fi with a prehistoric setting when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. The movie follows astronaut Mills' journey of space exploration, who inadvertently suffers a serious accident and is transported back to Earth 65 million years ago. Primeval stars Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt, and Chloe Coleman.
Shazam! Wrath Of The Titans (3/17/2023)
Shazam! Wrath of the Titans picks up the superhero tale of young Billy Batson and his siblings. This time, Billy must confront the daughters of Atlas and seek reconciliation with the mighty gods after irresponsibly wielding their bestowed magic. The film welcomes back familiar faces like Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Ian Chen, and Grace Fulton, alongside newcomers Rachel Zegler, Helen Mirren, and Lucy Liu.
Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (5/5/2023)
Since James Gunn ascended to CEO and chairman of DC Studios, speculation has been rife that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 will be his final MCU directorial venture. The movie takes audiences on the next journey of the galaxy guardians as they confront formidable foes Adam Warlock and High Evolutionary. Returning are Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Bradley Cooper, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, and Vin Diesel.
Spider-Man: Through The Spider-Verse (6/2/2023)
Sony's Spider-Verse makes its triumphant return in 2023, featuring Miles Morales' multiversal adventure alongside familiar allies like Gwen Stacy and Peter B. Parker. The latest trailer reveals Miles confronting various Spider-Man iterations, including Spider-Man 2099, purportedly the main antagonist of Through the Spider-Verse.
Transformers: Awakening of the Titans (6/9/2023)
Transformers: Awakening of the Titans marks the return of the robotic super warriors after a 5-year absence from the cinema. Set in 1994, the film introduces major forces like the Terrorcons, Maximals, and Predacons. Similar to the blockbuster Bumblebee released in 2018, Awakening of the Titans is seen as a reboot project within the Transformers universe.
The Flash (6/16/2023)
The Flash has been repeatedly delayed at DC Studios for various reasons. Originally the 13th film in the DCEU (now changed to DCU), it explores time travel and the multiverse through Barry Allen's super speed. Notably, The Flash brings back two different versions of Batman on the big screen, portrayed by Michael Keaton and Ben Affleck. Despite personal controversies, Ezra Miller will return as DC's speedster hero in 2023.
The Marvels (7/28/2023)
The Marvels is the sequel to Captain Marvel (2019) and follows the adventure of the new generation trio of superheroes, including Carol Danvers (Brie Larson), Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris), and Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani). The post-credit scene of the Ms. Marvel series suggests an invisible connection between the three characters, causing them to continuously swap positions uncontrollably. The Marvels will likely explore and explain this phenomenon in detail. Samuel L. Jackson will also reprise his role as Nick Fury in this blockbuster.
Azure Scarab (8/18/2023)
Azure Scarab is one of the projects that survived James Gunn's horrifying 'cancellation,' and it's the film that will introduce a brand-new DC superhero to the big screen. That hero is Jaime Reyes - Blue Beetle, portrayed by Xolo Mariduena. Previously, James Gunn mentioned his intention to balance the exploration of DC characters so that lesser-known superheroes and villains could shine.
Heart's Desire (10/6/2023)
Heart's Desire is a sci-fi film with a blend of humor and romance. Currently, details about the plot and storyline are still under wraps. However, Heart's Desire has garnered attention from global audiences due to its stellar cast, including John David Washington, Gemma Chan, Allison Janney, Benedict Wong, and Ken Watanabe.
Dune: The Sequel (11/3/2023)
The second part of the adaptation of the renowned novel Dune by director Denis Villeneuve will officially debut at the end of 2023. Nearly the entire star-studded cast from the first installment will reprise their roles, including Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, and Dave Bautista.
The Hunger Games: Songbirds & Snakes Ballad (11/17/2023)
The Hunger Games: Songbirds & Snakes Ballad serves as a prequel to The Hunger Games series, focusing on the youth of Coriolanus Snow during the 10th Hunger Games. Tom Blyth takes on this role, alongside seasoned actors like Peter Dinklage, Viola Davis, and Rachel Zegler. The film is adapted from Suzanne Collins' 2020 novel of the same name.
Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom (12/25/2023)
Aquaman was a rare major success for DC, particularly in terms of box office revenue. That's why Warner Bros. has decided to continue exploring the story of Arthur Curry and will release it on Christmas 2023. Jason Momoa will reprise his role as Aquaman, alongside other familiar faces like Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and Amber Heard.
Source: ScreenRant
