New releases and sequels to popular sagas: what movies will be released in February

This month, the cinematic world will offer viewers several anticipated premieres that promise exciting emotions and unforgettable experiences. From dramas to thrillers, everyone will find a movie to their taste.

For movie lovers, February is an opportunity to see both new projects and long-awaited sequels to already well-known franchises. It is predicted that some of these films will become real hits of the season. Check out the list of the best February premieres that are already creating a wave of interest among moviegoers. OBOZ.UA offers to find out which movies you shouldn't miss.

Kinda Pregnant

"Kinda Pregnant" is a comedy film from Netflix, which will be released on February 5. The protagonist, Laney, decides to fake a pregnancy by wearing a fake belly when her friend gets pregnant. Things get complicated when she meets the man of her dreams. The film stars popular comedian and stand-up Amy Schumer in the title role and is produced by Adam Sandler's Happy Madison.

Oh, Canada

This drama film will be released on February 6. The film immerses viewers in the story of Leonard Fife, a documentary filmmaker who fled to Canada to avoid participating in the Vietnam War.

The film reveals the complex inner world of the protagonist, who is forced to face his past in his old age. In the last interview, Fife shares his memories of his youth, the reasons that prompted him to escape, and how this decision affected his entire life.

Love Hurts

The comedy action film will be released on February 6. The protagonist, Marvin Gable, is a successful realtor, but his dark past as a brutal killer comes to light when his former colleague informs him that his brother is hunting him. The directorial debut of Jonathan Eusebio, starring Jonathan Ke Kwan, known for Everything, Always and At the Same Time and the Loki series.

The Silent Hour

An intriguing crime thriller that will hit the big screens on February 6. The film tells the story of detective Frank Shaw, who lost his hearing after an injury. Despite his disability, he continues to work in the police force, but a new task becomes especially difficult for him.

Shaw and his partner must protect a deaf witness to a murder who has been targeted by corrupt police officers. The events unfold in a tense atmosphere where every sound is crucial, and silence becomes not just an absence of sound, but a weapon.

The Damned

This is an Icelandic folk horror film that will be released on February 6, 2025. The film takes us to the harsh Icelandic winter, where a small village faces a moral dilemma. When a ship sinks off the coast of the village, the protagonist Eva has to make a difficult choice: save the victims or save the lives of her fellow villagers.

This difficult choice leads to a chain of terrifying events. Ancient Icelandic legends come to life, and the guilt of what she has done begins to haunt the heroine. The film combines elements of thriller, drama and folklore, creating an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty.

The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

The animated fantasy will be released on Netflix on February 11. The plot of the film revolves around Geralt of Rivia, who investigates a series of attacks on a coastal town and discovers a centuries-old conflict between its inhabitants and sea creatures. This is the second animated project in The Witcher universe, after The Wolf's Nightmare (2021), and is based on the short story "A Little Sacrifice" by Andrzej Sapkowski.

Captain America: Brave New World

This is the long-awaited premiere of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which promises to give viewers new adventures of their favorite superhero on February 13. After the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Sam Wilson has fully embraced the role of Captain America, and now he will have to face new challenges.

The movie revolves around an intriguing plot related to the election of Thaddeus Ross as President of the United States. This event marks the beginning of great changes in the world, and Sam Wilson finds himself in the midst of an international scandal. He will have to uncover the conspiracy and save the world from danger.

Here

A drama based on the graphic novel by Richard McGuire that spans from the BC era to the distant future, with a primary focus on the 20th and early 21st centuries. It is a story of love, loss, hope, and struggle that unfolds in a fixed frame.

The film stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, who reunite after more than 30 years to work under the direction of Robert Zemeckis, who worked with them on Forrest Gump. Don Burgess was the cinematographer and Alan Silvestri composed the music. The film was supposed to come out in December 2024, but the release was postponed to February 13.

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy

A romantic comedy that will be released in theaters on February 13. Bridget Jones, now 51, is a widow and mother of two. She tries to be active on social media and dating sites when two new men appear in her life: her children's teacher Mr. Wallacher and young Rockster.

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Helen Fielding and is the fourth installment of the popular series. Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson reprise their roles in the new film.

The Gorge

A sci-fi action and survival film in which two elite snipers stationed on watchtowers near a mysterious gorge are tasked with keeping an eye on a secret facility and responding to any activity of the sinister evil that lurks at the bottom of the abyss. Gradually, despite the prohibition of any contact between them, a romantic connection emerges between the guards, which will be tested when one of them falls through the "gates to hell."

The film combines horror and romance elements and is directed by Scott Derrickson, who is known for his work in the horror genre. The film stars Miles Teller, Anya Taylor-Joy and Sigourney Weaver. The premiere will take place on Apple TV+ on February 14.

A Real Pain

A comedy drama that tells the story of two cousins, David and Benji, who were very close in childhood, but eventually went their separate ways. After the death of their grandmother, a Holocaust survivor, the characters embark on an emotional journey through Polish places associated with the tragedy of World War II.

The film is the second directorial work of Jesse Eisenberg, who received the award for Best Screenplay after its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. The film stars Eisenberg himself and Kieran Culkin, who has received recognition for his role and is in the running for an Oscar. The film will premiere in cinemas on February 20.

The Monkey

A supernatural horror film based on the story of the same name by Stephen King. Twin brothers Hal and Bill find an old toy monkey in the attic, after which they witness a series of horrific deaths. The decision to get rid of this object leads to further tragedies, and the boys will have to join forces to confront the mysterious evil.

The film was directed by Osgood Perkins, known for his work on The Long Walk, and stars Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood and others. The film will premiere in theaters on February 20.

The Brutalist

This is an epic historical drama that covers more than 30 years of the life of the protagonist, a Hungarian Jewish architect Laszlo Tóth. After surviving Auschwitz, he and his wife Erzsébet emigrate to Philadelphia, where he undertakes an ambitious project to build a monumental architectural object. However, this decision leads to disastrous consequences.

The film, directed by Brady Corbet, is considered one of the best films of 2024 and has already received ten Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. The film will premiere in theaters on February 20 .

Old Guy

A comedy action film about a hit man, Danny Dolinsky, who, on the verge of retirement due to arthritis, gets a new chance to get back into the business. When he agrees to train a young assassin prodigy named Vilborg, the mission in Northern Ireland becomes more complicated as Danny suspects that his charge may be part of a plan to destroy the old guard.

The film is directed by Simon West, known for his work on such films as The Air Force One and The Expendables 2. The main roles are played by Christoph Waltz, Lucy Liu and Cooper Hoffman. The premiere will take place on February 21.

September 5

This is a historical drama thriller that tells the story of the tragedy at the 1972 Munich Olympics from the perspective of the ABC Sports crew that covered the events live. The film makes extensive use of archival footage from ABC's reports, which adds to its realism.

The film was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Drama Film and is also in the running for an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. The film will premiere in cinemas on February 27.

Cleaner

An action-thriller in which radical activists take hostages in The Shard skyscraper in London, threatening to blow up the building if the police intervene to expose corporate corruption. Former soldier Joey Locke, discharged from the service but well trained, works as a window cleaner and tries to rescue the hostages when she learns that her older brother is among them.

The film is directed by Martin Campbell, known for his work on Casino Royale and Green Lantern. The main roles are played by Clive Owen and Daisy Ridley, and the film will premiere in cinemas on February 27.

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