Upcoming new film releases to enjoy in the cinema with your Boundless discount

From Marvel blockbusters to period dramas, animated sequels to TV favourites – discover the best films coming to a cinema near you from August to December.

It doesn’t matter how old you are – going to the movies is one of the most thrilling experiences there is. After all, what could be better than reclining in a comfy seat with a big box of popcorn while an epic adventure unfolds in front of you? And there are lots of exciting releases coming to the big screen over the next few months, from action adventures to Regency romances, quirky comedies to festive favourites.

The best part is that you can reduce the cost of your visit using your Boundless membership. Book through The Cinema Society and you can save up to 40% on adult and child tickets, up to 31% on snacks and drinks, and up to 23% on cinema membership. Why not make the most of this exclusive discount and catch one or more of these brilliant new films…

The best movies to watch in August

Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie - 7 August

Arriving just in time for the school holidays, this third film in the Paw Patrol series (pictured above) finds the peppy pups stranded on a Jurassic Park-style island following a storm. When the island comes under threat from a volcanic eruption caused by Mayor Humdinger’s suspect mining operations, the pooches team up with a mountain dog called Rex to save their new dino friends from extinction. Cal Brunker directs.

The End of Oak Street - 14 August

How would you feel if your neighbourhood was suddenly ripped from its current location and dropped into terrifying surroundings, leaving you to fight for your very survival? That’s the predicament the inhabitants of Oak Street find themselves in in David Robert Mitchell’s new sci-fi thriller, starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor. If you love mystery and monsters, then this is the one for you.

Mutiny - 21 August

Two words: Jason Statham. Yes, the British action hero is back in yet another high-octane thriller, this time playing a former Special Forces operative and New York police officer who’s framed for murdering his Thai friend. As he embarks on a mission to find the real killer, he begins to unravel a major international conspiracy. Jean-Francois Richet directs a movie that’s sure to pack a punch – quite literally.

The Dog Stars - 28 August

Based on the 2012 novel of the same name by Peter Heller, The Dog Stars follows a motley crew of survivors (played by, among others, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley) as they try to navigate a world that’s been ravaged by a catastrophic flu virus. If you can cope with the subject matter so soon after the Covid pandemic, then this new release from Sir Ridley Scott promises to be a gripping watch.

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The best movies to watch in September

Focus FeaturesFall 2: Deadpoint – from 9th September

The sequel to the successful 2022 survival thriller, Shiloh’s younger sister Jax (played by Harriet Slater) agrees to do a climb in Shiloh’s memory with her friend, Luce (Arsema Thomas). The pair go to Thailand to take on a treacherous plank walk on Mount Kwan. When a rockslide occurs, they are left trapped at a dizzying 3,000 feet height. A vertigo inducing watch.

Practical Magic 2 – from 11 September

Sequels often get a bad rap, but it’s safe to say that this one is going to be hugely popular. Coming 28 years after Griffin Dunne’s original – now a cult classic – Practical Magic 2 reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as the two witch sisters who are blighted by a historic love curse. With their daughters now in danger, it’s time for the siblings to confront their own dark secrets. Here’s hoping that Susanne Bier’s long-awaited follow-up leaves us spellbound.

Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom – from 18 September

Aardman Animations celebrates its 50th anniversary this year – and what better way to mark the occasion than with a new Shaun the Sheep movie. The third film in the stop-motion franchise sees the woolly wonder turning into a mad scientist in an attempt to rescue his flock’s pumpkin patch after the farmer destroys it. Steve Cox and Matthew Walker’s film offers Halloween hijinks for the whole family.

Sense and Sensibility – from 25 September

Coming 31 years after Ang Lee’s Oscar-winning adaptation, this new take on Jane Austen’s classic yarn stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, two sisters navigating love, heartbreak and financial hardship in Regency England. Georgia Oakley’s sumptuous costume drama is sure to lighten up those dark autumn nights.

The best movies to watch in October

Warner Bros. PicturesDigger – from 2 October

Tom Cruise is back, but he’s no action man this time. This satirical black comedy sees him play oil tycoon Digger Rockwell, who is challenged to reverse the damaging effects of his own making that risk human survival. Starring alongside Cruise is an incredible cast including John Goodman as the President of the United States, Riz Ahmed, Sandra Hüller, and Jesse Plemons.

Whalefall – from 16 October

Based on the best-selling novel by Daniel Kraus, a scuba diver plunges into the depths in search of his father’s remains, only to be swallowed by a sperm whale, leaving him just one hour to find a way out before his oxygen tank runs out. Austin Abrams plays the bereaved Jay Gardiner, while his father is played by Josh Brolin.

Clayface – from 23 October

DC Comics fans have been having a great time of it lately, what with a new Superman film last year and Supergirl following this summer. Directed by James Watkins, Clayface delves into the darker side of the DC Universe, centring around an actor who, after being disfigured by a villain, has himself transformed into clay. Part horror, part tragedy, Clayface looks like being a gripping addition to the DC canon.

Ghosts: The Possession of Button House – from 23 October

The BBC’s spooky sitcom may have come to an end in 2023, but don’t feel too dispirited as there’s a feature film on the way. While details of the plot are currently thin on the ground, the creators have described it as “a soul-stirring tale of life and death”. With all the usual characters from the TV series appearing, along with some new ones, Simon Hynd’s comedy should be ghoulishly good.

Wife & Dog – from 23 October

What sounds like a schmalzy tale about a woman and her canine friend is actually a fast-paced black comedy/thriller about greed and backstabbing within the British aristocracy. Exact plot details are as yet unknown, but what we do know is that Guy Ritchie’s film is packed with big names – including Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike and Anthony Hopkins. That alone should make it worth seeing.

Wicker - from 30 October

One of the more unusual releases this year, Wicker stars Olivia Colman as an ostracised fisherwoman who commissions a local craftsperson to fashion her a husband out of wicker (played by Alexander Skarsgard). A huge hit at the Sundance Film Festival, where it received a standing ovation, Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson’s film is a moving and mirth-filled tale that’ll live long in the memory.

The best movies to watch in November

Universal PicturesEbenezer: A Christmas Carol – from 13 November

Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story gets yet another refresh in Ti West’s new, live-action blockbuster. This time around, Johnny Depp stars as the cold-hearted miser who’s led on a journey of redemption, while Rupert Grint plays his underpaid underling, Bob Cratchit. With Sir Ian McKellen and Daisy Ridley also on board, this heartwarming release should definitely be on your festive itinerary.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping – from 20 November

Considering Suzanne Collins’ novel only came out last year, it’s amazing that the movie adaptation has already been made. Set 24 years before the events of the first film, this sixth instalment in the dystopian series sees Haymitch Abernathy (Joseph Zada) taking part in a Quarter Quell, a special edition of the games in which each district of Panem must send twice the number of Tributes to fight to the death. Francis Lawrence directs.

I Play Rocky – from 20 November

Rocky’s Best Picture win at the 1977 Oscars was one of the biggest shocks in the history of the awards – not least because the screenplay had been written by a complete unknown, Sylvester Stallone. Directed by Peter Farrelly, I Play Rocky brings this incredible story to life, charting the young actor’s rise from Hollywood chancer to movie icon. It promises to be a knockout.

Focker-in-Law – from 25 November

The fourth instalment in the Fockers series sees Greg Focker (Ben Stiller) assuming the role of skeptical father when his son introduces his new girlfriend (Ariana Grande) to the family. Greg’s suspicions turn out to be justified when her colourful past is revealed – but by this point, she’s already won favour with Greg’s father-in-law, Jack (Robert De Niro). Inter-generational mayhem ensues in John Hamburg’s madcap comedy.

Hexed – from 27 November

Wicked: For Good was one of the biggest cinema hits of last winter, and Disney will be hoping that its own witch-themed blockbuster will be equally successful this year. Directed by Fawn Veerasunthorn and Jason Hand, this animated tale follows a teenage girl who, after realising she has magical abilities, sets out to uncover her family’s mysterious past. Stephen Fry and Tracey Ullman are among the voice actors.

The best movies to watch in December

Warner Bros. PicturesThe Cat in the Hat - from 4 December

If you’re a fan of Dr Seuss’s wildly imaginative children’s tales, then you won’t want to miss this latest take on the US author’s classic book. Directed by Alessandro Carloni and Erica Rivinoja, The Cat in the Hat follows an out-of-favour feline agent who’s assigned to cheer up two siblings after they’re relocated to a new town. Animated fun with a heartwarming message.

Avengers: Doomsday – from 18 December

Back in 2022, Marvel boss Kevin Feige described Endgame as the “final Avengers movie”. And yet here we are, looking forward to a blockbusting new chapter (two, actually: there’s another film coming in December 2027). The most ambitious release to date, Anthony and Joe Russo’s movie sees the Avengers teaming up with the Wakandans, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men in an epic battle against Dr Doom (Robert Downey Jr). Cinematic experiences don’t come more exciting than this.

Dune: Part Three – from 18 December

The third and final film in Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi trilogy, Dune: Part Three (pictured above) promises to be the sci-fi event of the year. Seventeen years have passed since Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalemet) rose to power, and the galaxy is now ravaged by a holy war. Faced with political betrayal and personal sorrow, Paul must come to terms with his own destiny. Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson and Austin Butler also star.

Jumanji: Open World – from 23 December

The Jumanji film series has given us plenty of thrills and spills over the years, but sadly Jake Kasdan’s Open World will be the last one. At least the franchise is going out with a bang! When a repairman unwittingly triggers an old Jumanji console, dozens of wild creatures cross over from the digital sphere to the real world, with catastrophic results. Meanwhile, Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart et al are stuck in demo mode, stripped of their usual abilities.

The Angry Birds Movie 3 – from 23 December

Few mobile games have had the kind of impact that Angry Birds has had, and following two hugely successful movie spin-offs, Paramount Pictures is back with a third. John Rice’s film catches up with Red (voiced by Jason Sudeikis) as he juggles being a father of three with trying to save the world. Don’t be surprised if your kids’ Christmas lists feature some related merch!