7 Upcoming Films You Should Watch In An IMAX/8K/IMMERSIVE Cinema

By Lara Kramer  •  03 Jun 2025 in Movies & TV

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Let’s get one thing straight: not all films are created equal—and some absolutely deserve to be watched on a screen big enough to make your pupils dilate in reverence.

Whether it’s the crackle of meteor showers vibrating through Dolby Atmos or the impossible details revealed in crisp 8K resolution, these films don’t just entertain, they envelop you. If you’re going to splurge on an immersive cinematic experience, let it be for something truly worth the ticket price (and the neck strain).

Here are seven upcoming movies that demand the biggest screen, the deepest sound, and the kind of image fidelity that borders on religious:

1. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning

• Malaysia Release Date: 16 May 2025 (out now)

• Format: IMAX, Dolby Cinema, 4DX, and standard 2D

Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in what is being marketed as the franchise’s concluding chapter. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the film follows Hunt as he confronts a rogue AI known as “The Entity,” which has seized control of global nuclear arsenals. The mission leads him to a sunken Russian submarine and a high-stakes aerial chase to prevent global catastrophe.

Notably, Rolf Saxon reprises his role as CIA analyst William Donloe, a character from the original 1996 film, adding a nostalgic touch for longtime fans.

 2. Jurassic World: Rebirth

• Malaysia Release Date: 3 July 2025

• Format: IMAX, 2D, and 4DX

Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp, this standalone sequel is set five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion. Scarlett Johansson stars as Zora Bennett, a covert operative leading a mission to a remote island, the original site of InGen’s dinosaur research lab. The team aims to secure genetic material from the world’s three largest dinosaurs, now surrounded by aggressive species left behind after experimental developments.

The film introduces the Distortus rex, a deformed, six-limbed mutant Tyrannosaurus rex, adding a new level of terror to the franchise.

 3. Superman

• Malaysia Release Date: 10 July 2025

• Format: IMAX and standard 2D

James Gunn’s reboot of the iconic superhero explores Clark Kent’s journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. David Corenswet takes on the role of Superman, with Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. The film draws inspiration from the All-Star Superman comics and features a new version of John Williams’s classic ‘Superman March’ theme, composed by John Murphy.

Speculation surrounds the inclusion of Ultraman, a darker clone of Superman created by Lex Luthor, adding a complex layer to the narrative.

4. The Fantastic Four: First Steps

• Malaysia Release Date: 24 July 2025

• Format: IMAX and standard 2D

Marvel’s First Family makes their MCU debut in a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic setting. Directed by Matt Shakman, the film features Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the titular team. They must defend Earth from the cosmic threat of Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, the Silver Surfer.

The film emphasises the balance between their roles as heroes and the strength of their family bond, promising a blend of action and emotional depth.

 5. How to Train Your Dragon (Live-Action)

• Malaysia Release Date: 13 June 2025

• Format: IMAX, RealD 3D, 4DX, ScreenX, and D-Box

This live-action adaptation of the beloved animated film is directed by Dean DeBlois and stars Mason Thames as Hiccup and Nico Parker as Astrid. Gerard Butler reprises his role as Stoick the Vast. The film stays true to its roots while enhancing the narrative depth and visual spectacle, making it an ideal choice for immersive formats.

Early screenings have praised its emotional resonance and breathtaking visuals, promising a cinematic experience that appeals to both new audiences and longtime fans.

6. Tron: Ares

• Malaysia Release Date: 9 October 2025

• Format: IMAX and standard 2D

Directed by Joachim Rønning, this standalone sequel to Tron: Legacy stars Jared Leto as Ares, a digital programme that ventures into the real world. The film features an ensemble cast including Greta Lee, Evan Peters, and Jeff Bridges, who reprises his role as Kevin Flynn. The score is composed by Nine Inch Nails, bringing a grittier, more industrial sound to the franchise.

With its blend of cutting-edge visuals and a compelling narrative, Tron: Ares is poised to redefine the boundaries between the digital and physical realms.

7. 28 Years Later

• Malaysia Release Date: TBA (expected Q4 2025)

• Format: IMAX and standard 2D

Danny Boyle returns to direct 28 Years Later, the long-anticipated continuation of the 28 Days Later universe. This installment sees the rage virus resurface decades later in a world that has begun to rebuild. Details are tightly under wraps, but what we know is promising: Cillian Murphy returns as Jim, now older and haunted by the past, while new cast additions include Jodie Comer and Aaron Taylor-Johnson.

Boyle’s signature kinetic cinematography and immersive world-building are set to be dialed up to eleven in IMAX, capturing the eerie silence of post-apocalyptic wastelands and the brutal chaos of outbreaks in heart-stopping clarity. With Alex Garland once again on script duties, expect thought-provoking horror, political undercurrents, and emotional devastation. Get ready to squirm in your seat!

There you have it.

From dragons to dinosaurs, superheroes to AI uprisings, these seven films were engineered for spectacle. Whether it’s the thunderous bass of a subterranean mission, the neon-laced data realms of Tron: Ares, or the breathless stillness before the virus explodes in 28 Years Later, each one will push your pulse (and your eyeballs) to the limit.

So don’t just “watch” these movies. Feel them. Get swallowed whole by them. IMAX, 8K, 4DX—whatever your immersive poison is, book it. Because 2025 is pulling no punches, and neither should you!

Note: Release dates are subject to change. Check with your local cinema for the most accurate and up-to-date screening information.

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