Slated Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Flicks Arriving on Netflix During Summer Season
Get ready, movie buffs! Summer is here, and Netflix is pulling out all the stops with an action-packed lineup of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror titles. Gather 'round and take a peek at what's in store for your "to-watch" list!
May 23 - Fear Street: Prom Queen
Think the Fear Street saga ended with the trilogy? Think again! This new installment takes us back to Shadyside High in 1988, where mean girls, misfits, and mysterious disappearances reign supreme. Matt Palmer directs, with an A-list cast that includes India Fowler, Suzanna Son, Fina Strazza, Chris Klein, David Iacono, Ella Rubin, and Ariana Greenblatt, alongside Lili Taylor and Katherine Waterston [1][2].
June 20 - KPop Demon Hunters
Sing, dance, and slay demons! This Sony Pictures Animation project brings together a trio of K-pop superstars who just happen to be secret demon hunters [3]. Tune in to see these celebs fight terrifying monsters as they try to protect their fans and manage their busy performance schedules [3].
July 2 - The Old Guard 2
Forget the wait - The Old Guard sequel is finally here! If you loved the 2020 original, you won't want to miss this installment, featuring a killer cast (Charlize Theron, Henry Golding, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Uma Thurman, and more) [1][2]. These immortal warriors are back to protect the world, but expect some unexpected twists and surprises along the way [1][2].
July 10 - Brick
You don't need superpowers to get tangled in a mind-bender! Brick follows an ordinary couple who wake up one day to find that they, along with their neighbors, are trapped behind a mysterious wall. Figure out who put it there, why it's there, and if there's any hope of escape [4].
August 13 - Fixed
One last wild night before the big snip? That's the premise of this adult animated comedy, featuring a host of comedy heavy-hitters (Adam Devine, Idris Elba, Kathryn Hahn, Fred Armisen, Bobby Moynihan, Beck Bennett, Michelle Buteau, and River Gallo) [4]. Set your calendars for this crazy canine caper!
Stay tuned for more updates on Netflix's summer slate, including non-genre titles, at Tudum [4].
Questions? Dive into the latest on Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, the DC Universe's future film and TV projects, and everything you need to know about Doctor Who's upcoming adventures [5][6][7]. Happy watching!
Enrichment Data (as per the guidelines provided):
- Sci-Fi
- Lost in Starlight: Animated romantic sci-fi, releasing summer 2025 [2][3]
- Fantasy
- The Old Guard 2: Fantasy action sequel, starring Charlize Theron, releasing July 2nd, 2025 [1][3]
- Happy Gilmore 2: Comedy with fantasy elements in sports themes, releasing July 25th, 2025 [1][3]
- Horror
- The Summer Hikaru Died: Anime horror, releasing July 1st, 2025
- Fear Street: Prom Queen: Continuation of the Fear Street horror series, releasing May 23rd, 2025 [3]
Netflix's lineup of future entertainment promises a captivating summer for movie enthusiasts. The anticipation mounts with the release of 'Lost in Starlight', an animated, romantic sci-fi movie slated for summer 2025, per io9's reports [2][3].
Joining the fantasy genre is the action-packed 'The Old Guard 2', starring Charleze Theron, due for release on July 2nd, 2025. Meanwhile, the horror-centric 'Fear Street: Prom Queen', which takes us back to 1988, is set to premiere on May 23rd [3].
Over at Gizmodo, they're buzzing about 'KPop Demon Hunters', where K-pop superstars become secret demon hunters, set to release on June 20th [3]. For tech-savvy sci-fi and fantasy fans, the upcoming 'Brick' offers an intriguing twist as an ordinary couple finds themselves trapped behind a mysterious wall [4].
Beyond genre titles, keep an eye out for updates on Netflix's summer slate at Tudum [4]. The site will also deliver insights on Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, the DC Universe, and more, providing a comprehensive guide to the future of movies-and-tv and entertainment [5][6][7].
