In brief
CinemaCon 2026 brought forth an array of highly anticipated film previews, with Disney unveiling the new Avengers installment 'Doomsday', Tom Cruise confirming 'Top Gun 3', and Ariana Grande starring in 'Focker In-Law'. Directors and actors shared teasers for multiple sequels and original films, promising an exciting year ahead for movie enthusiasts.
Some of the most hotly anticipated films of the next couple of years have been previewed at the annual gathering of the cinema industry, CinemaCon, in Las Vegas this week. The event gives fans and cinema owners a glimpse of the biggest movies coming down the tracks, with footage and trailers screened there - often before they're posted online. A-list stars and directors were on hand to give peeks at what to expect. ## Doomsday is nighDisney showcased the first proper trailer for the long-awaited next Avengers film, Avengers: Doomsday. The clip gave the first look at Robert Downey Jr. as the masked villain, Doctor Doom, with an ensemble cast including familiar Marvel characters. Chris Evans returns as Captain America, emphasizing the crucial need for Steve Rogers in this conflict. ## Tom Cruise back in the Top Gun hot seatTom Cruise is returning for Top Gun 3, officially in development following the success of Top Gun: Maverick, which earned $1.5 billion at the global box office. ## Ariana Grande meets the parents (and grandparents)Ariana Grande stars alongside Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro in 'Focker In-Law', adding to her comedy portfolio post-Oscar nomination for Wicked. ## Christopher Nolan unveils footage from The OdysseyChristopher Nolan's new film The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon and Zendaya, adapts Homer's classic tale, showcasing modern cinematic storytelling. ## Dune: Part III's Action-Packed NarrativeTimothée Chalamet and Zendaya return in Dune: Part III, which promises to be more thrilling and action-oriented than its predecessors. ## Val Kilmer resurrected by AIIn As Deep As The Grave, Val Kilmer features through groundbreaking AI technology, raising discussions on the future of actors posthumously starring in films. ## James Bond Will Return 'When the Time is Right'Amazon MGM Studios executives confirmed that preparations for the next James Bond film are ongoing, emphasizing their commitment to honoring the franchise’s legacy. ## Fourth Paddington film confirmedStudiocanal announced a fourth Paddington film, with talented comedy writers attached to create new adventures for the beloved bear. ## A reckoning comes in Sorkin's Social Network sequelAaron Sorkin's sequel, The Social Reckoning, addresses the repercussions of Facebook's impact on society, featuring an impressive cast. ## Michael B Jordan remakes The Thomas Crown AffairMichael B. Jordan will star in and direct a fresh take on The Thomas Crown Affair, introducing the story to a new generation. ## Rick Moranis out of retirement for Spaceballs sequelComedy legend Mel Brooks unveiled 'Spaceballs: The New One', bringing back beloved characters, including the return of Rick Moranis. ## Playing a young Sylvester Stallone in I Play RockyCinemaCon launched the first trailer for 'I Play Rocky', focusing on the making of the iconic boxing film. ## Dakota Johnson and Anne Hathaway's Colleen Hoover adaptationDakota Johnson stars in 'Verity', an adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel, spotlighting a struggling writer's mysterious challenge. ## Jumanji stars remember Robin WilliamsThe stars of the Jumanji franchise announced a new film titled 'Jumanji: Open World', paying homage to Robin Williams and the original film's legacy.
