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It’s summer season now and just a few months ago we covered some of the most talked about upcoming movies and series on Netflix. In this semi-regular list assessing Netflix’s most anticipated upcoming titles, this list will use IMDb’s Moviemeter on IMDb Pro to see what is generating the most traffic and interest among Netflix’s upcoming titles. We will divide the article into two sections: Most Anticipated Upcoming Movies and Most Anticipated Upcoming Series.
Note: IMDb’s Moviemeter is updated every Tuesday, and given that traffic can fluctuate and increase depending on a number of factors, it’s a reflection of the title’s popularity for that week, but it’s still a useful indicator of what people are expecting.
1. enola holmes 3
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What is it and who is in it: The game has started again! Millie Bobby Brown’s hit franchise returns. This time around, Philip Barantini takes over directing duties, working from a script by Jack Thorne and Nancy Springer (who wrote the original book series). Enola Holmes is back on the case in London and Malta, tackling a brand new, high-stakes mystery that will force her to outwit Scotland Yard and, naturally, her famous big brother.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: Three words: Millie Bobby Brown. Jumping up to the number one spot, viewership remained very strong for the second film, and with the continued buzz of the trailer and first look, we expect it to be huge when it releases on July 1.
2. Voicemail for Isabel
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What is it and who is in it: This upcoming romantic comedy is written and directed by Leah McKendrick and produced by Escape Artists. It stars Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson, while the supporting cast includes Nick Offerman, Lucas Gage and Harry Shum Jr. The plot follows a young woman whose hilarious confessional voicemails to her late sister are inadvertently redirected to a stranger (a real estate agent) who falls in love with her from a distance.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: With the official trailer out and a release date set for June 19, 2026, romantic comedy fans are driving massive traffic to this title. Zoey Deutch is a proven winner in the rom-com field, a potential hit for the summer.
3. Narnia: The Wizard’s Nephew
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What is it and who is in it: The crown jewel of Netflix’s upcoming movie slate. Academy Award nominee Greta Gerwig (barbie, little Women) is writing and directing this massive adaptation covering The Magician’s Nephew. While Netflix has been incredibly secretive, industry reports include rumors of Emma Mackey as Jadis (the White Witch), Daniel Craig as Uncle Andrew, Carey Mulligan as Mabel Kirke, and Meryl Streep voicing Aslan.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: Slipping just one spot from our last update, production wrapped at the beginning of the year, and then a big theatrical release, now scheduled for early 2027.
4. The Adventures of Cliff Booth
What is it and who is in it: Directed by David Fincher and written by Quentin Tarantino (re-teaming after years of failures), it is a major blockbuster spin-off. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Brad Pitt is back, starring as iconic stuntman Cliff Booth alongside a large cast (many of whom have yet to be revealed).
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: Down from the top spot the last time we covered this list, but still sitting comfortably in the top 5. Following its surprise trailer drop during the Super Bowl, it’s now scheduled for release for the holidays, with it set to premiere in theaters before heading to Netflix.
5. Younger brother
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What is it and who is in it: From director Matt Spicer (ingrid goes west), this wild comedy stars a chaotic couple: John Cena and Eric Andre. The screenplay is written by Gerard Paul and Andrew Mogel. The story follows a highly successful real estate agent (Cena) whose perfectly arranged life suddenly falls apart when his eccentric “little brother” (Andre) from the Big Brother-Little Brother program unexpectedly returns.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: Set to premiere on June 26, 2026, the trailer was recently released, catapulting this comedy straight into the Top 5. The pairing of Cena and Andre is an irresistible comedy attraction.
6. The Whisper Man
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What is it and who is in it: Based on the best-selling novel by Alex North, this gripping psychological crime thriller is directed by James Ashcroft and produced by the Russo Brothers’ AGBO. It stars Robert De Niro, Adam Scott and Michelle Monaghan. The plot is based on a widowed crime writer whose eight-year-old son is kidnapped. Desperate, he turns to his estranged father (a retired detective) for help, and uncovers shocking links to a decades-old case involving a convicted serial killer known as “The Whisper Man”.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: Following the recent release of its first look photos and the announcement of an official release date of August 28, 2026, true crime and thriller fans are heavily anticipating this star-studded adaptation.
7. adult 3
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What is it and who is in it: Happy Madison Productions is bringing back the famous comedy franchise. Directed by Kyle Newcheck (murder mystery) with a script by Tim Herlihy and Adam Sandler. Details are being kept under wraps for now, but expect the usual gang to reunite for another round of chaotic family holiday antics.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: It’s been a long time coming, and the confirmation that the film was happening at the Upfronts in May has naturally generated a lot of curiosity, even if it’s a little ways away from hitting our screens.
8. Untitled Henry Cavill-Kevin Hart Netflix Spy Comedy
What is it and who is in it: An unlikely but much-loved pairing, Henry Cavill and Kevin Hart play rival spies in this new action-comedy directed by McG. Written by Adam and Aaron Nee with Jonathan Tropper, the film focuses on two rival secret agents who meet in Lamaze class when their wives become friends. As their double lives collide in increasingly chaotic ways, the two men are forced into an uneasy alliance as they navigate fatherhood.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: The news of Cavill’s return to Netflix following his high-profile departure from The Witcher, coupled with Hart’s rapid-fire comedy, immediately made it one of Netflix’s most talked-about future productions.
9. Ray Gunn
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What is it and who is in it: It is an upcoming animated neo-noir science fiction mystery directed by the renowned Brad Bird (Incredible, iron giant) from Skydance Animation. The voice cast includes heavy hitters like Sam Rockwell and Scarlett Johansson. The story follows a private eye operating in an alternate 1939-style future city called Metropia, who becomes embroiled in a case involving aliens, murder, and celebrity scandal.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: First look photos have officially surfaced, sending this long-gestating passion project rocketing up the charts. With Brad Bird at the helm, animation fans know this is going to be something special.
10. 72 hours
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What is it and who is in it: Directed by Tim Story and written by the creators cobra kai (Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg), this wild comedy stars Kevin Hart, Teyana Taylor and Marcelo Hernandez. Based on a true story, it tells the story of Joe, a 40-year-old married father of three whose faltering career is saved when he accidentally joins a group chat and joins a group of twenty-somethings at a wild three-day bachelor party in Miami.
The latest and why it’s highly anticipated: The official trailer was recently released ahead of its release on July 24, 2026. Heart is a consistent viewer attraction for Netflix, and the hilarious premise is already winning over viewers.
Most Anticipated Title
Moving on from the top 10, the next batch of highly anticipated titles looks like this:
- maternal instinct
- good sex (shown first)
- there are floods here (previously #8)
- extraction 3 (previously #10)
- Evelyn Hugo’s seven husbands (shown first)
- The Last Mrs. Parish (shown first)
- Heaven (shown first)
- permanent heart failure (shown first)
- mosquito bowl (shown first)
- last house
- Chris and Martina: Final Set
- husband in action
- Kolori District. Kazern
- matter of time
- boy in iron box
- an innocent girl
This is IMDb’s list of the most anticipated Netflix movies – which ones are yours? Let us know in the comments.
