Ready for your weekly big screen fix? This week, theaters are serving up an exciting lineup that swings from superhero blockbusters and magical animated journeys to wilderness survival thrillers and palace romances. Whether you are looking for new Marvel footage in Avengers: Endgame Encore, local mythical adventures in Forgotten Island, rugged outdoor survival in Heart of the Beast, or sweet ancient court drama in Plump Blossom, this week’s lineup offers a fantastic mix for every moviegoer.
Here are the new movies opening in cinemas this week to add to your cinema plans:
Avengers: Endgame Encore
2026 • PG • 3h 5m
ACTION, ADVENTURE, SCIENCE FICTION
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Marvel Studios brings the massive crossover event back to theaters for a special theatrical engagement. Set five years after Thanos wiped out half of all life, the remaining heroes pull off a risky time-travel mission to restore the universe. This special re-release features exclusive extra footage and an exciting new teaser connecting directly to the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, making it a must-watch for dedicated MCU fans.
Forgotten Island
2026 • PG • 1h 48m
ADVENTURE, ANIMATION, COMEDY, FAMILY, FANTASY
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Liza Soberano, H.E.R., and Dave Franco star in this vibrant animated feature celebrating Filipino folklore. During a farewell celebration, best friends Jo and Raissa step through a hidden portal onto Nakali, a realm filled with legendary creatures. To return home, they must defeat the fearsome Manananggal, voiced by Broadway legend Lea Salonga. However, escaping requires sacrificing their shared memories, pushing the pair into a race to save their home without forgetting each other.
Heart of the Beast
2026 • R-13 • 1h 41m
ADVENTURE, THRILLER
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Brad Pitt and J.K. Simmons lead this intense survival thriller set against a punishing wilderness. After a sudden plane crash leaves Special Forces officer James Belmont stranded in the frozen Alaskan backcountry, he must rely on his tactical training and his loyal combat dog, Odin. Together, the pair battle extreme weather and dangerous predators in a unrelenting fight to reach civilization.
Plump Blossom
2026 • G • 1h 25m
ADVENTURE, ANIMATION, MUSIC
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This charming animated feature blends culinary arts, hidden romance, and ancient royal traditions. Princess Ruo Hua dreams of a life beyond rigid court rules, secretly sneaking into the palace kitchens every night to master traditional cooking techniques. Her quiet life changes dramatically when she shelters a wounded general hiding within the complex. Through late-night meals and shared secrets, a powerful bond develops between the gentle princess and the brave warrior.
Puregold CinePanalo Brings Homegrown Stories to the Big Screen
There’s another reason to make a cinema trip this week, especially if you want to catch more local stories.
The Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival runs from September 23 to October 4 at Gateway Cineplex 18, TriNoma, Fairview Terraces, Ayala Malls Feliz, Ayala Malls Circuit, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, and Market! Market!
The festival is making homegrown Pinoy cinema more accessible, with regular tickets priced at only P250.
That makes this a good time to add a local film or two to your movie plans while discovering stories from Filipino filmmakers and creators.
What’s On Your Movie List This Week?
From Marvel superheroes and magical creatures to an Alaskan survival story and an animated royal adventure, this week’s new releases cover quite a range. Whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s a new movie ready for your next cinema run. Grab your favorite snacks, round up your barkadas, and secure your tickets for your next big-screen fix.
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