Coming Films 2026: Irish Release Dates & Streaming
Anyone who has tried to plan a cinema trip around a specific release date knows the feeling: you mark the calendar, tell your friends, and then the date quietly shifts — but for Irish moviegoers tracking 2026 releases, official schedules are finally taking shape with confirmed dates from the IFCO and cinema chains like Odeon and Lighthouse. This guide pulls together what’s actually locked in, what’s still uncertain, and how to find what’s coming next.
Films opening July 20, 2026: Splash City ·
Films opening July 21, 2026: Heavyweight, Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth (re-release) ·
IFCO-listed September 2026 releases: 6 titles and counting ·
Cinema chains with Irish listings: Odeon, Lighthouse Cinema
Quick snapshot
- Bad Apples, A Sunken Place, She Saw Us open in Ireland on 4 September 2026 (IFCO (Irish film classification authority))
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day 35th-anniversary re-release hits Irish cinemas 4 September 2026 (RTÉ Entertainment (Irish national broadcaster))
- Pressure opens 11 September 2026 in Ireland (IFCO (Irish film classification authority))
- Exact release dates for many 2026 films are still unannounced — including Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Super Troopers 3
- September 2026 streaming debuts for most titles are not yet confirmed
- Some dates reported by different sources conflict (e.g., Pressure listed as 9 Sept vs 11 Sept)
- 20–21 July 2026: Splash City, Heavyweight, Neon Genesis Evangelion re-release (IFCO)
- 2 September 2026: The Death of Robin Hood (Film Ireland)
- 4 September 2026: Five films open in Ireland (Bad Apples, A Sunken Place, She Saw Us, Terminator 2 re-release, How To Rob A Bank) (IFCO; RTÉ)
- 18 September 2026: Resident Evil, Little Monsters 2, Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom (Screen Daily via Ramo Law)
- More September 2026 dates expected as IFCO updates its schedule
- Streaming platforms likely to announce same-day debuts closer to release
- Irish cinemas Odeon and Lighthouse will publish weekly listings
Six confirmed September releases, one pattern: the first half of the month is packed with horror and thriller titles, while the second half leans into franchise sequels and family animation.
| Label | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Rotten Tomatoes coming soon page | 50+ titles | Rotten Tomatoes |
| IMDB calendar | 300+ titles for 2026 | IMDB |
| Lighthouse Cinema coming soon | 5 films listed | Lighthouse Cinema |
| Confirmed July 2026 openings | Splash City (Jul 20), Heavyweight (Jul 21), Neon Genesis Evangelion re-release (Jul 21) | IFCO |
| IFCO September 4 releases | Bad Apples, A Sunken Place, She Saw Us, How To Rob A Bank | IFCO |
| IFCO September 11 release | Pressure | IFCO |
| IFCO September 18 release | Premature | IFCO |
| Screen Daily UK-Ireland calendar | Spa Weekend, Bad Apples, How To Rob A Bank (Sep 4); Pressure (Sep 9); A Practical Magic Film (Sep 11); Resident Evil, Little Monsters 2, Shaun The Sheep sequel (Sep 18) | Screen Daily via Ramo Law |
| RTÉ-confirmed re-release | Terminator 2: Judgment Day 35th anniversary (Sep 4) | RTÉ |
| Film Ireland 2026 slate | The Death of Robin Hood (Sep 2) | Film Ireland |
| Evoke-listed Irish releases | Pressure (Sep 9), Sense and Sensibility (Sep 11), Practical Magic 2 (Sep 18) | EVOKE |
| Major 2026 titles (dates TBD) | Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Super Troopers 3, Ice Cream Man, Resident Evil | — |
What films are releasing next week?
Movies releasing next week in theaters
The week of 20 July 2026 brings three confirmed theatrical openings. Splash City arrives on Monday 20 July, followed by two titles on Tuesday 21 July: Heavyweight and the re-release of Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth. All three are listed on the IFCO upcoming releases page, which serves as the primary source for confirmed Irish cinema dates.
For Irish audiences, the Tuesday 21 July date is notable — midweek openings are less common than the traditional Friday slot, but distributors sometimes use them to avoid direct competition. RTÉ has highlighted the Terminator 2 re-release for September, but next week’s slate is quieter by comparison.
Movies releasing next week on streaming
Streaming debut dates for the same week are harder to pin down. None of the three July 20–21 titles have confirmed streaming release dates yet. Major platforms like Netflix and Disney+ typically announce same-day streaming debuts four to six weeks in advance, so for the week of 20 July, those announcements would already have been made — the absence suggests a theatrical-only window for these three.
The Screen Daily UK-Ireland release calendar lists only theatrical dates for the July openings, reinforcing that pattern.
How to find next week’s releases
- IFCO website — the most authoritative source for Irish release dates, updated regularly with classification decisions
- Odeon Ireland — lists weekly schedules with booking links for Irish cinemas
- Lighthouse Cinema — Dublin-based chain with curated upcoming listings
- Rotten Tomatoes — coming soon page with 50+ titles and critic ratings
- IMDB calendar — over 300 titles listed for 2026 with release dates where available
Irish moviegoers checking next week’s slate will find a sparse but varied lineup: an animated family film (Splash City), a dramatic thriller (Heavyweight), and a cult anime re-release. For those who prefer choice, the real action starts in September — with five titles landing on the same Friday.
What movies are coming out in September?
September 2026 theatrical releases
September is the busiest month on the Irish calendar so far. The IFCO confirms multiple release dates across the month:
- 2 September — The Death of Robin Hood (Film Ireland)
- 4 September — Bad Apples, A Sunken Place, She Saw Us, How To Rob A Bank, Terminator 2: Judgment Day 35th-anniversary re-release
- 9 September — Pressure (per EVOKE)
- 11 September — Pressure (per IFCO), Sense and Sensibility, A Practical Magic Film
- 18 September — Premature, Practical Magic 2, Resident Evil, Little Monsters 2, Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom
The Screen Daily UK-Ireland release calendar lists Spa Weekend alongside Bad Apples and How To Rob A Bank for the 4 September frame, and notes Pressure landing on Wednesday 9 September rather than Friday 11 September — a scheduling difference that may reflect a midweek preview rollout before the official wide release.
“Pressure is set for an Irish cinema release on 9 September 2026.” — EVOKE
September 2026 streaming releases
Streaming debuts for September titles have not been announced. Historically, major studios give theatrical releases a 45-to-60-day exclusive window before moving to streaming. That means a film opening 4 September would typically land on a streaming platform around mid-October at the earliest. RTÉ notes that re-releases like Terminator 2 often get shorter windows, but no streaming date has been confirmed.
Anticipated September 2026 films
The most anticipated September title is arguably Terminator 2: Judgment Day, returning for its 35th anniversary. RTÉ calls it “a chance to see a classic on the big screen again.” Among new releases, Resident Evil and Practical Magic 2 carry franchise fanbases, while Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom targets family audiences. The Death of Robin Hood is the only Irish-produced title in the September slate, according to Film Ireland.
“The Death of Robin Hood is an Irish film scheduled for cinemas on 2 September 2026.” — Film Ireland
The 4 September logjam — five films opening on the same Friday — means Irish cinemas will have to make tough choices about screen allocation. Smaller titles like A Sunken Place and She Saw Us may get limited runs if Resident Evil and Terminator 2 dominate multiplexes.
What movies are coming this 2026?
Major 2026 film releases by genre
While many release dates remain unconfirmed, several high-profile titles are expected in 2026. IFCO and Screen Daily provide the most reliable forward-looking data. Based on confirmed listings, the 2026 slate breaks down as follows:
- Superhero — Spider-Man: Brand New Day (date TBD)
- Horror / Thriller — Bad Apples, A Sunken Place, She Saw Us, Ice Cream Man, Resident Evil
- Comedy — Super Troopers 3, Spa Weekend
- Animation / Family — Splash City, Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom
- Drama / Period — The Death of Robin Hood, Sense and Sensibility, Premature
- Action / Sci-Fi — Heavyweight, Terminator 2 re-release, Neon Genesis Evangelion re-release
- Fantasy — Practical Magic 2
2026 blockbuster calendar
The confirmed dates so far cluster in July and September, leaving the rest of the year open. EVOKE notes that several major studio films are still awaiting release-date announcements, which is typical for this stage of the year. The Screen Daily UK-Ireland calendar shows a noticeable gap between September and the holiday season, suggesting many titles will fill October through December slots as the year progresses.
Bollywood movies in 2026
Bollywood releases for 2026 are not yet listed on IFCO or the major Irish cinema chains. Irish distributors typically announce Bollywood titles closer to their release dates, often with limited runs in Dublin and Cork. For the most current information, IFCO remains the best source for classification listings, which precede theatrical bookings by several weeks.
The 2026 calendar has a lopsided shape: September is crowded with 10+ confirmed titles, while the rest of the year is mostly blank. For Irish distributors, this creates an opportunity to slot in late-breaking releases — but for anyone planning ahead, it means checking back monthly as dates solidify.
What movies are coming out soon in Ireland?
New films at Odeon Ireland
Odeon Ireland typically lists upcoming films four to six weeks in advance. Based on the IFCO-confirmed dates, the following titles are expected to appear on Odeon schedules:
- 20 July — Splash City
- 21 July — Heavyweight, Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth
- 2 September — The Death of Robin Hood
- 4 September — Bad Apples, Terminator 2: Judgment Day re-release
- 11 September — Pressure, Sense and Sensibility
- 18 September — Resident Evil, Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom
These dates are drawn from the IFCO and Screen Daily calendars. The pattern: July is thin, September is dense. For Irish audiences, the next few weeks offer limited choice, but the autumn lineup is shaping up to be the strongest of the year.
Lighthouse Cinema upcoming films
Lighthouse Cinema in Dublin lists five upcoming titles on its coming soon page. While exact schedules are not yet published, the IFCO-driven September dates are likely to appear there as well. Lighthouse often programmes independent and international films, so smaller titles like A Sunken Place and She Saw Us may get longer runs there than at multiplexes.
Irish movie premieres in 2026
The only Irish-produced film with a confirmed 2026 date so far is The Death of Robin Hood (2 September). Other Irish films may be announced later in the year. For updates, follow Film Ireland and IFCO.
What are the top 10 new releases?
Top 10 most anticipated movies of 2026
Based on critic buzz and box office projections, here are the most anticipated titles for 2026 in Ireland:
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day (35th anniversary re-release) — 4 September
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day — date TBD
- Resident Evil — 18 September
- Practical Magic 2 — 18 September
- Super Troopers 3 — date TBD
- Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom — 18 September
- Pressure — 11 September
- Bad Apples — 4 September
- The Death of Robin Hood — 2 September
- Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth (re-release) — 21 July
This list prioritises films with confirmed Irish dates. Titles without confirmed dates (Spider-Man, Super Troopers 3) are placed higher due to franchise anticipation.
How to determine top 10 lists
Top 10 lists from Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango use critic scores, user interest, and box office tracking. For Irish audiences, the IFCO calendar is the most reliable source for confirmed dates. The list above blends both metric.
The top 10 list is fluid — many major titles are still unannounced. Check back monthly as dates solidify.
imdb.com, letterboxd.com, rte.ie, mallow.arccinema.ie, entertainment.ie, northbriefly.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How often are new movies released in theaters?
New movies typically release in Irish theaters every Friday, though midweek openings (like Tuesday 21 July) occur occasionally. Major studios follow a weekly schedule, with holiday periods seeing more frequent releases.
What are the most reliable sources for upcoming movie release dates?
The most authoritative sources are the IFCO website for Irish classification dates, Odeon and Lighthouse Cinema for local schedules, and trade publications like Screen Daily for UK-Ireland calendars. Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB provide broad overviews but may not be Ireland-specific.
Do streaming services release movies on the same day as theaters?
Historically, most major studios maintain a 45-to-60-day theatrical window before streaming. Some re-releases like Terminator 2 may have shorter windows, but no same-day streaming debuts are confirmed for the 2026 Irish slate.
How can I find upcoming Bollywood movie releases in 2026?
Bollywood releases in Ireland are usually announced closer to release dates. Check IFCO for classification listings, and follow local cinemas in Dublin and Cork for limited runs. No Bollywood titles are currently listed for 2026.
What is the difference between a wide release and a limited release?
A wide release opens in many theaters across the country simultaneously, often for major titles like Spider-Man. A limited release starts in a few venues (e.g., Lighthouse Cinema) and may expand later. Most Irish releases in 2026 are wide releases, but smaller titles may have limited runs.
Related: Edward Furlong: What Happened to the Terminator 2 Star — the actor behind John Connor in the re-release. Also: Paul Rudd: Biography, Age, Wife, Net Worth & Ireland Project — linked to Ireland film productions.
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