In the few months since the start of 2026, we have already seen a plethora of interesting films hit the silver screen. Luckily, this upcoming May is looking like another great month for film. From horror thrillers to action and romance, audiences have a lot to look forward to. Listed below are our top 5 movies that we believe readers would have the most fun watching.
1. BACKROOMS
Based on the popular creepypasta, BACKROOMS is an upcoming A24 sci-fi horror film directed by Kane Parsons. The film follows a therapist whose search to find a missing patient lands him lost in a strange liminal dimension. BACKROOMS is set to release on May 29, 2026.
2. Colony
Colony is an upcoming South Korean zombie thriller film directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the same director of Train To Busan. The film follows a biotechnology professor attending a biotech conference that’s disrupted by the release of a rapidly mutating virus. The outbreak leads the authorities to seal the facility, trapping survivors with a rapidly mutating threat. Colony is set to release on May 21, 2026.
3. The Mandalorian & Grogu
The Mandalorian & Grogu is an upcoming sci-fi adventure film directed by Jon Favreau. The film follows the legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu following the fall of the Galactic Empire. The duo is enlisted to help the growing New Republic that is under threat from various Imperial warlords scattered throughout the galaxy. The Mandalorian & Grogu is set to release on May 22, 2026.
4. Passenger
Passenger is an upcoming American supernatural horror film written by T.W. Burgess and Zachary Donohue, and directed by André Øvredal. The film follows a young van life couple that witnesses a deadly accident. They find themselves on the run from a persistent demonic stalker who won’t let them go, no matter where they drive. Passenger is set to release on May 22, 2026.
5. Mortal Kombat II
Mortal Kombat II is an upcoming fourth film and sequel to the American martial arts fantasy film reboot of the same name that was released in 2021. Written by Jeremy Slater and directed by Simon McQuoid, Mortal Kombat II continues the journey of the champions of Earthrealm, as they are forced into a battle royal while attempting to resist the rule of the evil Shao Kahn. Mortal Kombat II releases on May 8, 2026.
