The new movies coming out this week (June 1 – 7, 2026) include ‘Masters of the Universe,’ ‘Scary Movie,’ and more in theaters and streaming.
Table of Contents
It’s a big week at the box office and on your streaming queues, and honestly, we couldn’t have scripted it better ourselves!
Leading the charge is the moment ’80s kids have been waiting for their entire lives: Masters of the Universe is finally here, bringing He-Man, Skeletor, and the world of Eternia to the big screen in epic, live-action fashion. Nicholas Galitzine wields the Sword of Power, and Jared Leto looks absolutely unhinged as the skull-faced villain we love to hate.
But Eternia isn’t the only world worth visiting this week. Horror-comedy fans, rejoice — the Wayans are back with a brand-new Scary Movie, skewering everything from Longlegs to Sinners with the franchise’s signature mix of scares and laughs. Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein are turning up the heat on Netflix with Office Romance, a rom-com written specifically for J.Lo that’s already generating serious buzz. And for fans of animation, The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act brings the beloved YouTube phenomenon to theaters for its emotional, long-awaited finale.
This week’s lineup of new movies coming out has something for just about everyone, whether you’re heading to the multiplex or streaming from the comfort of your couch. We’ve compiled the complete list below!
Rating: PG-13
Release Date: In theaters nationwide on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: In Masters of the Universe, a boy named Prince Adam was sent to Earth for his own safety. Two decades later, the now young man (Nicholas Galitzine) uncovers the legendary Sword of Power and is suddenly hurled into the extraordinary world of Eternia, where he must rally his long-lost allies and engage in battle to defeat the menacing, evil Skeletor.
What to Watch For: The all-star cast includes Jared Leto as Skeletor, Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, James Purefoy as King Randor, Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress, Camila Mendes as Teela, and Kristen Wiig as the voice of Roboto.
Word on the Street: The film is directed by three-time Oscar nominated Travis Knight, known for his work on the animated films The Boxtrolls (2015), Kubo and the Two Strings (2017) and Missing Link (2020).
My Take: This film has been in development since 2007. Through the years, everyone from John Woo, to Jon M. Chu, to McG, to Lord and Miller were attached to the film at one time.
Rating: R
Release Date: In theaters nationwide on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: Scary Movie follows Cindy (Anna Faris) and Brenda (Regina Hall), who have reunited and must gather the rest of their friends because the masked killer from 26 years ago is back.
What to Watch For: The cast includes Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Damon Wayans, Gregg Wayans, Kim Wayans, Cheri Oteri, Chris Elliott, and Kenan Thompson as Michael Jackson.
Word on the Street: A couple of cast members from earlier films in the series, Jon Abrahams (1st film in the series) and Anthony Anderson (from Scary Movie 3 and 4) reprise their roles.
My Take: Expect a lot of scenes from recent horror films including Longlegs, Heretic and Sinners, plus the Terrifier series.
Rating: N/A
Release Date: Premiering on HBO Max on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
Summary: Earth, Wind and Fire: To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World is a documentary capturing the journey and influence of the legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire.
What to Watch For: The film is produced and directed by Questlove, who won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature in 2022 for Summer of Soul.
Word on the Street: Using exclusive access to the band’s archives and with full support from Maurice White’s estate and band members, the film explores their lives, careers, and broad impact on music.
My Take: The film had its world premiere at the 2026 Tribeca Film festival.
Rating: R
Release Date: Premieres on Netflix on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: Office Romance follows Jackie Cruz (Jennifer Lopez), a high-powered, no nonsense CEO of an airline, known for their rigid anti-fraternization policy for all employees. When lawyer Daniel Blanchflower (Brett Goldstein) is hired, suddenly sparks are flying between Jackie and this new, hot-shot hire. Will Jackie risk losing everything she’s built and drag Daniel down with her in pursuit of love?
What to Watch For: The film was written by Brett Goldstein and Joe Kelly while both were working on the Ted Lasso TV series, specifically for Jennifer Lopez.
Word on the Street: Brett Goldstein is best known for his two-time Emmy-awarding winning role as Roy Kent on Ted Lasso.
My Take: I love that Edward James Olmos is in the film. This is the first time Olmos and Lopez have worked together since the 1997 film Selena.
Rating: N/A
Release Date: In theaters on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
Summary: The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act follows a cast of six humans, Pomni, Jax, Ragatha, Gangle, Kinger, and Zooble, who have been trapped in a circus inside a virtual reality simulation. With the ringmaster Caine missing, and the circus has fallen into darkness, leaving the six alone with their traumas of the past.
What to Watch For: This is a combination of the 8th and 9th episode of the series that has been a YouTube sensation.
Word on the Street: Series creator Gooseworx has stated that these are the final two episodes of the series, bringing the program to a close with no planned second season.
My Take: I love that one inspiration for the series is Harlan Ellison‘s short story “I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream“.
Rating: N/A
Release Date: In select theaters on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: The Currents opens in Switzerland, where award-winning Buenos Aires fashion designer Lina (Isabel Aimé González Sola) impulsively leaps from a bridge into a freezing river. She survives the incident, but the trauma leaves lasting effects, and her life may never be the same.
What to Watch For: The film is directed by Milagros Mumenthaler, known for her award-winning film Back to Stay (2011).
Word on the Street: The film was a big hit on the film festival circuit, winning at the 2025 San Sebastian International Film Festival.
My Take: Isabel Aimé González Sola was nominated for Best New Actress by the Argentinean Film Critics Association.
Rating: N/A
Release Date: In theaters on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: Another World is set in the afterlife, where a spirit guide helps lost souls leave their memories and reincarnate. When the guide encounters a young woman whose overwhelming anger threatens to consume her, the guide must desperately show her hope before she loses herself forever.
What to Watch For: The film started as a 14-minute short that won multiple international awards.
Word on the Street: The film became the highest-grossing animated film produced in Hong Kong.
My Take: The film was featured in the Annoy International Animation Film Festival’s “Midnight Special” special presentation.
Rating: R
Release Date: In theaters on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: Savage House takes place in 18th-century England during a pox outbreak. Sir Chauncey Savage (Richard E. Grant) and Lady Savage (Claire Foy) are drowning in debt, threatening their social standing and survival. That doesn’t stop their pursuit of decadence, power, and, at times, bloodshed.
What to Watch For: Writer/director Peter Glanz is best known for his 2014 film The Longest Week, starring Jason Bateman, Olivia Wilde and Billy Crudup.
Word on the Street: Richard E. Grant is best known for his Academy Award nomination for his role in the 2019 film Can You Ever Forgive Me?.
My Take: I will always remember Richard E. Grant for his role as Classic Loki in the Loki TV series.
Rating: R
Release Date: In theaters on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: In Carolina Caroline, a young waitress (Samara Weaving) meets a charismatic drifter (Kyle Gallner) and impulsively embarks on a journey to master the art of the con. The pair will blaze a trail of deceit and deception until their luck, inevitably, runs out.
What to Watch For: The film had its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.
Word on the Street: Samara Weaving is hot off the recent films Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026) and Over Your Dead Body (2026).
My Take: I became a fan of Samara Weaving when she was Heather on the TV series Ash vs Evil Dead.
Rating: R
Release Date: In select theaters and VOD on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Summary: Chum follows a newlywed couple on a dream Mediterranean yacht voyage that quickly turns into a nightmare when they are trapped between a bloodthirsty shark stalking their every move and a ruthless fisherman obsessed with capturing the beast by any means necessary.
What to Watch For: The film was shot on location in Malta.
Word on the Street: The cast includes Alice Eve, Eric Michael Cole, Elle Haymond, Sarah Siadat, and Jim Klock.
My Take: I am always ready to see a film that features a shark out for more that just a fish or two.
Below, let us know what new movies you plan to see this week!
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Leave a Reply