July is officially blockbuster season, and 2025 is turning up the heat. From long-awaited franchise returns like Jurassic World and Fantastic Four, to streaming favorites like The Sandman, The Summer I Turned Pretty, and Happy Gilmore 2, there’s something for every kind of fan this month.
Here’s your complete guide to the most anticipated film and series releases of July 2025 — both in theaters and on your favorite streaming platforms.
In Theaters: Epic Comebacks and Superhero Revivals
🦖 Jurassic World: Rebirth — In Theaters July 2
The dinosaurs return in Gareth Edwards’ visual-heavy sequel, featuring Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali. With a darker tone and a new breed of threat (the genetically modified “Distortus Rex”), the movie sets the stage for a fresh trilogy while honoring the legacy of Spielberg’s original.
Superman — In Theaters July 11
James Gunn’s Superman finally hits the big screen, officially kicking off the DC Universe reboot. Featuring a new, younger Clark Kent and a grounded origin story with cosmic stakes, the film is expected to redefine the superhero tone for the next decade.
I Know What You Did Last Summer — In Theaters July 18
The slasher classic returns with a darker, more psychological spin on the original plot. A new generation of teens covers up a tragic mistake — only to face a haunting, hooded revenge that’s more brutal than ever.
Fantastic Four: The First Steps — In Theaters July 25
Marvel’s First Family finally arrives in the MCU. With a cast of rising stars and cosmic-level visual effects, this reboot is poised to introduce Kang connections, deep space themes, and a new tone to the Marvel multiverse.
Streaming Picks: July 2025 Must-Sees at Home
📺 Netflix
- 🧛 The Old Guard 2 (July 2): Charlize Theron returns with more immortal action. The sequel dives deeper into the lore, adding new warriors and bloodlines.
- 😴 The Sandman – Season 2 (July 3): Dream returns in a season focused on redemption, realms, and unraveling fates. Expect darker arcs and surprise cameos from other Vertigo legends.
- 💕 Too Much (July 10): Lena Dunham’s romantic dramedy about modern love, breakups, and emotional baggage — shot across London and NYC.
- 🎯 Happy Gilmore 2 (July 25): Adam Sandler returns to the green. 28 years later, Happy must coach his son through the PGA, all while facing old rivals.
Disney+
- Ironheart – Finale Drops Early July: Riri Williams’ magical armor arc comes to a close, with Zelma Stanton teasing a Strange Academy spin-off. Marvel’s magic universe just expanded.
- ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the 13th (July 19): The Disney musical franchise heads into horror-themed territory with a cursed camp story.
Prime Video
- The Summer I Turned Pretty – Season 3 (July 16): Belly returns, and the love triangle deepens. Expect more drama, sun-soaked heartbreak, and major character development.
- Heads of State (July 12): Idris Elba and John Cena star in a political action thriller full of espionage, explosions, and betrayal at the highest level.
HBO Max
- Billy Joel: And So It Goes (July 4): A musical docudrama exploring the highs and heartbreaks of the Piano Man’s life and career.
- Death of a Unicorn (July 9): A twisted corporate horror-satire starring Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd — darkly comic and delightfully bizarre.
Paramount+
- Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado (July 2): Animated meets adventure in this all-ages treasure hunt.
- Dexter: Resurrection (July 11): Dexter Morgan’s dark passenger returns in a new Miami-based mystery that connects to the original series.
Peacock
- Love Island: Beyond the Villa (July 13): Former contestants reunite in a new villa for an unscripted spin-off filled with second chances.
- Twisted Metal – Season 2 (July 31): Anthony Mackie returns as John Doe in a chaotic, Mad Max-style vehicular action series. Bigger budget, bolder stunts.
Final Words
July 2025 is packed with high-stakes stories, franchise revivals, nostalgic returns, and magical setups across every genre and platform.
Whether you’re heading to the cinema for Fantastic Four and Jurassic World, or binge-watching The Sandman and Ironheart at home, this is the summer to stay glued to your screen.
