2022 is a big year for the film industry. Many long-awaited films are set to be released in 2022 after being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Between both Marvel and DC movies, remakes of old classics and sequels galore, there is sure to be something to get anyone excited.
“Scream 5”
Decades after the original “Scream” movie hit theaters and took horror fans and comedy fans alike by storm, “Scream 5” is set to release on Jan. 14. The movie takes place in the original town that the first “Scream” was set in, but twenty-five years later. Some of the original cast members from previous movies in the same franchise are returning as well, such as Neve Campbell and Courtney Cox.
“Morbius”
The first Marvel movie to grace big screens in 2022 is the fantasy and science-fiction flick “Morbius.” Michael Morbius is a biochemist who is desperately trying to cure his rare blood disorder, but the process goes horribly wrong as he ends up infecting himself with something that makes him far more (un)deadly. The movie will be released on Jan. 28.
“The Batman”
Both Batman and Twilight fans alike are waiting patiently “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson as Batman and including a star-studded supporting cast. The few trailers that have been released for the movie have garnered hundreds of thousands of views and likes. The film is scheduled to release on March 4.
“Sonic the Hedgehog 2”
The sequel to the 2020 film “Sonic the Hedgehog” releases in theaters on April 8. While little is known about the plot of the movie, it is supposedly based on the classic video game franchise by the same name. Producers got fans excited by teasing the entrance of Knuckles and Tails.
“Avatar 2”
Over ten years after the original “Avatar” by James Cameron, the sequel is slated to be released on Dec. 16, 2022. The movie follows the main characters Jake Sully and Ney’tiri as they explore the strange lands of Pandora while fighting to keep their new family together.
“Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore”
The third installment of the “Fantastic Beasts” film series is expected to be released on April 15. Fans look forward to seeing Dumbledore return as his younger self, portrayed by Jude Law, in addition to finally meeting the dubious Gellert Grindelwald, portrayed by Mads Mikkelsen.
“Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness”
The plot of “Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness” is still generally unknown, but many Marvel fans are speculating that it follows the introduction of the multiverse into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film is expected to be released on May 6.
“Thor: Love and Thunder”
This movie is the fourth installment of the Marvel film series centering on superhero Thor, and the second to be directed by Taika Waititi. The movie reportedly follows the events of the third film installment of the Thor Series, “Thor: Ragnarok.” The movie is expected to be released on July 8.
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
The sequel to the box office hit “Black Panther” is set to be released on Nov. 11. Little is known about the plot of the film, especially following the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman, who played the superhero T’Challa, otherwise known as Black Panther, in the first film. In late 2020, producer Kevin Feige announced that they would not be recasting or digitally remaking the character of T’Challa but instead exploring the intricate world of Wakanda and the stories of the characters living there.
