With a powerful slate of long-awaited sequels and bold new stories, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest years for the big screen in recent memory.
From the return of much-loved franchises like Toy Story 5 and Avengers: Doomsday to exciting new releases such as The Odyssey, the year ahead perfectly captures why cinema continues to be such a valued shared experience.
Family films will play a huge role in driving audiences to cinemas in 2026. A packed schedule includes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Minions 3, Moana, and the final instalment in the Jumanji saga — just a snapshot of the titles set to delight families and fuel repeat visits throughout the year.
For brands planning activity around key releases, our 2026 Film Timeline offers a clear, at-a-glance view of the biggest moments in cinema across the year, making it easier to plan impactful campaigns.
At Spark Cinema, we help businesses maximise these moments through a range of cinema solutions, including cinema vouchers, The Cinema Society for employee engagement and rewards, and cinema-led promotional marketing campaigns designed to connect audiences with unforgettable film experiences.
To get a taste of what’s coming, be sure to check out our new video showcasing some of the family films set to light up cinemas this summer. It’s the perfect preview of what promises to be a blockbuster year ahead.
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Latest figures reveal that, despite the challenges posed by US strikes impacting the film slate, UK cinema admissions for 2024 ended higher than in 2023, marking a significant recovery in the year's final months.
