Hollywood is getting ready for a new lineup of movies after the success of “Barbenheimer” and the challenges of the strikes. People aren’t sure what to expect financially for the summer of 2024 at the movies. Last summer, some unexpected hits like “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” helped boost the box office to over $4 billion. But then the strikes happened and it was shutting down many productions for a while.
Due to the strikes, some big summer movies like “Mission: Impossible 8” and “Captain America: Brave New World” got pushed to 2025. But there are still exciting movies coming out this summer. One of the movies kicking off the summer is “The Fall Guy,” which is a mix of romance and action and pays tribute to stunt performers. Other movies coming out include action-packed films like “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” comedies like “Babes,” and even a Western starring Kevin Costner.
There are fewer superhero movies compared to previous years. Only one Marvel movie, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” is scheduled until the “Joker” sequel in the fall. Despite the challenges, Hollywood is optimistic about this summer’s movie lineup. People are excited to go back to theaters, and there are many movies to choose from.
Some movies were affected by the strikes, like “The Bikeriders,” which was planned for awards season but had to adjust its release plans. Later in June, Kevin Costner’s two-part Western epic, “Horizon: An American Saga,” will debut. And there are several Sundance breakout films to look forward to as well.
For families, there are plenty of options, including “The Garfield Movie,” “Despicable Me 4,” and the highly anticipated “Inside Out 2.” Horror and thriller fans also have lots to look forward to with movies like “MaXXXine” and the prequel to “A Quiet Place” hitting theaters.
