12 Must-See Movies Hitting Theaters This March 2025

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Danielle Deadwyler in 'The Woman in the Yard' (Courtesy of Blumhouse)

March is bringing a fresh wave of excitement to theaters, with a mix of big-budget spectacles, gripping thrillers, and thought-provoking dramas.

Sci-fi fans can dive into Bong Joon-ho’s highly anticipated Mickey 17 (March 7), while Disney lovers will get a fresh take on a classic with Snow White (March 21).

Jonathan Majors delivers a powerhouse performance in Magazine Dreams (March 21), and the month closes with the darkly intriguing Death of a Unicorn (March 28).

Whether you’re in the mood for edge-of-your-seat action or a story that tugs at your emotions, March’s movie lineup has something for everyone.

Mickey 17 – March 7

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From the visionary mind of Academy Award-winning filmmaker Bong Joon Ho (“Parasite”) comes Mickey 17, a bold and mind-bending sci-fi epic.

Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey Barnes, a disposable employee tasked with the ultimate sacrifice—dying over and over again for the greater good.

Based on Edward Ashton’s novel Mickey 7, this gripping adaptation boasts an all-star cast, including Naomi Ackie, Academy Award nominee Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo.

With a powerhouse creative team led by Bong Joon Ho, producers Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner, and cinematographer Darius Khondji, Mickey 17 is set to deliver a thrilling, thought-provoking cinematic experience unlike any other.


The Rule of Jenny Pen – March 7

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A former judge must stop an elderly psychopath who employs a child’s puppet to abuse the residents of their shared rest home with deadly consequences.


Novocaine – March 14

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When the girl of his dreams (Amber Midthunder) is kidnapped, everyman Nate (Jack Quaid) turns his inability to feel pain into an unexpected strength in his fight to get her back.


Black Bag – March 14

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When his beloved wife, Kathryn, is suspected of betraying the nation, intelligence agent George Woodhouse faces the ultimate test — loyalty to his marriage or his country.


Opus – March 14

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A young writer travels to the remote compound of a legendary pop star who mysteriously disappeared 30 years ago.

Surrounded by a cult of sycophants and intoxicated journalists, she soon finds herself in the middle of his twisted plan.


Disney’s Snow White – March 21

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Disney’s Snow White, or simply Snow White, is an upcoming American musical fantasy film directed by Marc Webb from a screenplay by Greta Gerwig and Erin Cressida Wilson. 


Magazine Dreams – March 21

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Magazine Dreams follows Jonathan Majors as Killian Maddox, a man obsessed with carving his name into the world of professional bodybuilding.

Fueled by an unrelenting drive for perfection, Maddox’s dream of gracing the covers of top fitness magazines consumes his every waking moment.

But behind the sculpted muscles and strict discipline lies a man teetering on the edge—haunted by loneliness, battling inner demons, and willing to push his body past its breaking point for validation.

A raw and unflinching look at ambition, isolation, and the cost of chasing an impossible ideal, Magazine Dreams is a gripping exploration of one man’s pursuit of greatness in a world that refuses to see him.


The Alto Knights – March 21

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From Warner Bros. Pictures comes The Alto Knights, a gripping crime epic starring Academy Award winner Robert De Niro in a dual role as two of New York’s most infamous mob bosses.

Directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Barry Levinson, the film chronicles the volatile rise and fall of Frank Costello and Vito Genovese—once brothers in arms, now bitter rivals locked in a deadly power struggle that will forever alter the Mafia and the fabric of America.

Written by Goodfellas scribe Nicholas Pileggi and produced by Hollywood veteran Irwin Winkler, The Alto Knights boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast, including Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, and Kathrine Narducci.

With masterful storytelling, stunning cinematography, and an all-star creative team, this high-stakes saga of loyalty, betrayal, and ambition cements itself as a must-watch mob drama.


The Assessment – March 21

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In a not-so-distant future, where resources are scarce and tightly controlled, even the dream of having a child is not a given.

Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) and Aaryan (Himesh Patel) are one of the few couples allowed to take a mysterious assessment for the right to have a child, having successfully navigated a brutal selection process.

Desperate to prove themselves eligible, they face their evaluator, Virginia (Alicia Vikander) —cold, unpredictable, and impossible to read.

Subjected to seven grueling days of challenges, Mia and Aaryan are pushed to the brink.

The trials unravel into a psychological nightmare, forcing them to face their deepest insecurities, shaking the foundations of their relationship and what being parents really means to them.


The Woman In The Yard – March 28

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From Blumhouse, the powerhouse of modern horror, comes The Woman in the Yard—a chilling new thriller starring BAFTA and SAG nominee Danielle Deadwyler (Till, The Harder They Fall).

Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (Black Adam, Jungle Cruise), this spine-tingling tale unravels a sinister mystery that lurks just beyond the doorstep.

As the line between reality and nightmare blurs, Deadwyler delivers a gripping performance in a story that will leave audiences breathless.

With a script by first-time feature writer Sam Stefanak and produced by horror mastermind Jason Blum (M3GAN, The Black Phone), alongside Emmy-nominated filmmaker Stephanie Allain (The Exorcist: Believer), The Woman in the Yard is set to be a haunting cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.


Death Of A Unicorn – March 28

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The film follows a father (Paul Rudd) and daughter (Jenna Ortega) who accidentally hit and kill a unicorn while driving to a weekend retreat. 

Things take a bizarre turn when his billionaire boss (Richard E. Grant) sees the mystical creature’s remains as a golden opportunity—believing its miraculous curative properties could be exploited for personal gain.

Alongside Rudd and Ortega, Death of a Unicorn boasts an all-star cast, including Will Poulter (Warfare), Téa Leoni, and Richard E. Grant.


The Ballad Of Wallis Island – March 28

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The film follows Charles (Tim Key), an eccentric lottery winner who lives in solitude on the remote Wallis Island. 

With a lifelong dream of reuniting his favorite folk duo, Mortimer-McGwyer, Charles extends an invitation to the estranged bandmates—played by Carey Mulligan and Tom Basden—for an exclusive private performance. 

However, as the former lovers reconnect, old tensions resurface, threatening to derail Charles’ grand vision.


Be sure to bookmark this post—more March releases will be added as they’re announced!

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