A Glean movie guide
The Definitive 2025 Movie Guide
The year's must-watch cinema
From visionary sci-fi to award-winning dramas, these are the year's essential films.
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The movie list
- 01
Mickey 17
A mind-bending sci-fi odyssey from the visionary director of Parasite.
Unlikely hero Mickey Barnes finds himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living.
- 02
Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron pushes visual boundaries again in this epic expansion of the Pandora saga.
In the wake of the devastating war against the RDA and the loss of their eldest son, Jake Sully and Neytiri face a new threat on Pandora: the Ash People, a violent and power-hungry Na'vi tribe led by the ruthless Varang. Jake's family must fight for their survival and the future of Pandora in a conflict that pushes them to their emotional and physical limits.
- 03
Superman
A hopeful and visually stunning rebirth for the world’s most iconic superhero.
Superman, a journalist in Metropolis, embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent.
- 04
Nosferatu
A hauntingly beautiful and terrifying gothic masterpiece from director Robert Eggers.
A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.
- 05
Sinners
Ryan Coogler blends historical tension with supernatural dread in this gripping dual-role thriller.
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
- 06
Nickel Boys
A powerful, formally inventive adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.
Chronicles the powerful friendship between two young Black teenagers navigating the harrowing trials of reform school together in Florida.
- 07
Flow
A breathtaking, dialogue-free animated journey that proves the emotional power of visual storytelling.
Flow follows a teenager on the cusp of adulthood who must confront his fears of life's flow and the bridge he must cross.
- 08
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
Benoit Blanc returns for his most intricate and atmospheric whodunnit yet.
When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic.
- 09
A Real Pain
A sharp, deeply moving comedy-drama that balances biting wit with historical reflection.
Mismatched cousins David and Benji reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the pair's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.
- 10
No Other Choice
Park Chan-wook delivers a razor-sharp, darkly comedic take on the modern workplace.
After being laid off and humiliated by a ruthless job market, a veteran paper mill manager descends into violence in a desperate bid to reclaim his dignity.
- 11
Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro brings his signature gothic beauty to this soulful reimagining of a classic.
Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist, brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.
- 12
Zootopia 2
A clever and vibrant expansion of a beloved world that balances humor with sharp social insight.
After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a great mystery when Gary De'Snake arrives and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before.