The year 2024 promises to bring a series of notable blockbusters to movie lovers around the world.
Last year, there weren’t too many Hollywood blockbusters that resonated in the global market. However, each of these works is considered a sumptuous feast for the senses thanks to its quality, majestic images and sound.
The year 2024 is expected to be a period of revival for Hollywood blockbusters with a series of promising works about to be released. Recently, Sohu website selected the 10 most outstanding projects, which are expected to create highlights this year.
Dune 2
Dune is adapted from the novel of the same name by writer Frank Herbert, considered one of the masterpieces in the science-fiction genre. Part 1 of the movie was released in 2021, making a splash with revenue of more than 402 million USD in a context where many countries are still heavily affected by the epidemic. The work also won 6 Oscars that same year in categories of filmmaking techniques.
The script follows Duke Paul Atreides (played by Timothy Chalamet) on his life-and-death journey to protect the fate of the entire galaxy. The project brings together famous stars such as Zendaya, Charlotte Rampling, Jason Momoa… Part two is expected to come to fans in early March this year. Talented Canadian filmmaker Denis Villeneuve continues to direct.
Mickey 17
The film is a combination of top actor Robert Pattinson and Korean director Bong Joon Ho, who won an Oscar for Parasite (2019). According to Sohu, the script is adapted from the novel of the same name by writer Edward Ashton. The content of the work revolves around cloned versions named “Mickey”, produced with the purpose of replacing humans in the conquest to colonize the frozen kingdom of Niflheim. Besides Robert Pattinson, this blockbuster also brings together a cast of famous Hollywood stars including Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, Mark Ruffalo… The film is expected to hit theaters on March 29.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
The film is a sequel to the blockbuster Godzilla vs. Kong was very successful when released in 2021. The work continues to revolve around the battle between the two most famous monsters of the MonsterVerse Cinematic Universe produced by Legendary Pictures. According to the producer, the content of this part will go deeper into discovering the secrets of Skull Island – home of Kong and many other monsters. The film is expected to hit theaters in mid-April this year.
The Fall Guy
The film directed by David Leitch is considered one of Hollywood’s most notable action projects of the year. Handsome actor Ryan Gosling will transform into a talented and brave stuntman on the journey to rescue a kidnapped movie star. The project brings together a series of famous faces such as Emily Blunt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson or Stephanie Hsu. The film is expected to hit theaters in early May next year.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
The film will be the fourth episode of the popular movie franchise Rise of the Planet of the Apes. The story of the new part will follow Noa the chimpanzee. The film takes place 300 years after the events in War for the Planet of the Apes (2017). At this time, monkeys have built a separate civilization, separate from the territory of humans. Disagreeing with the leader’s way of ruling, Noa separated herself from the herd to set out to explore the world.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
The film is a spin-off of the famous action franchise Mad Max, directed and produced by director George Miller. 9X beauty Anya Taylor-Joy plays the main role of young Furiosa – a character played by star Charlize Theron in previous films. According to the film’s producer, this episode will tell the story of Furiosa being kidnapped from the Mothers’ Green Zone and struggling to survive in the hungry desert. The project also has the participation of many stars such as actors Chris Hemsworth and Tom Burke. The work is expected to hit theaters at the end of May this year.
Deadpool 3
The film is directed by Shawn Levy, continuing the story of the anti-hero character Deadpool played by Ryan Reynolds of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In particular, the project will have the participation of actor Hugh Jackman and the legendary character Wolverine of the X-Men series. Currently, the film’s script has not been revealed much to the audience by the crew. However, it is likely that the story will revolve around Deadpool’s time travel mischief with Wolverine, leading to a series of funny and funny stories between these two characters. The work is expected to hit theaters at the end of July this year.
Joker: Folie à Deux
The film is the sequel to Joker (2019) – the film broke the box office record for 18+ movies with revenue of 1.07 billion USD. Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix continues to embody the most beloved villain of DC comics. Meanwhile, this project also stars singer Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn – Joker’s lover. Currently, the crew has not revealed too much about the film’s content. However, through the title, many netizens also guessed that the script will focus deeply on the relationship between the Clown Prince of Crime and female doctor Harley Quinn, from the time the two met in the Arkham mental asylum until the end. Caught up in the most crazy and strange love affair in the DC universe. The project is expected to hit theaters in early October this year.
Venom 3
The film, which currently does not have an official title, will be the third part in the villain franchise played by Tom Hardy. Although the previous part received many criticisms from audiences and critics, the story of Venom still receives a lot of attention from global audiences. In particular, this episode is expected to be a bridge to bring this humorous villain into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Many reports say that the project will have the participation of Spider-Man (played by Tom Holland) and Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch). The work is expected to hit theaters in early November this year.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
The animated film The War of the Rohirrim marks the return of the famous Lord of the Rings film franchise – which won 17 Oscars in the past. This script is closely tied to Peter Jackson’s original The Lord Of The Rings trilogy, especially the second part, The Two Towers (2002). The main character is expected to be Helm Hammerhand – King of Rohan, a hero who has entered the legend of Middle-earth. The project is in the development stage and is scheduled for release in mid-December this year.