See cinema releases in May 2025

with the arrival of May, lovers of movies can expect a diverse selection of films. Highlights of the month include: Lilo & Stitch, the newest live-action Disney, based on the animated series of the same name released in 2002; Thunderbolts*, film based on the team of heroes from Marvel Comics, and Mission Impossible – The Final Deal, the eighth and final chapter of the saga Mission Impossible, starring by Tom Cruise. Want to know more? Check out all the cinema releases in May 2025!

Thunderbolts* (01/05)

Original title: Thunderbolts*

Thunderbolts* is another release from Marvel Studios for 2025. The feature film action e adventure is based on the team of the same name Marvel Comics and will star a star-studded cast, including Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen e Julia Louis-Dreyfus. In the plot, a team made up of supervillains and anti-heroes is recruited by the government to carry out secret and dangerous missions.

Man with H (01/05)

Original title: Man with H

Man with H It's a national film biographical based on the book Ney Matogrosso: The biographywritten by Julio Maria. The film was directed by Smyr Filho and starring Jesuit Barbosa. Follow the trajectory of Ney Matogrosso in his first steps in Bela Vista (MS), where he lived with his parents and siblings. The conflicts with his father, who wanted his son to “become a man”, ended up separating Ney from his family and paving the way for his artistic career. In São Paulo, he debuted as the lead singer of Secos e Molhados, beginning the brilliant career that would establish him as one of the greatest names in Brazilian music.

Screamboat: Terror on Board (01/05)

Original title: Screamboat

Screamboat: Terror on Board is a film that mixes elements of terror e comedyDirected by Steven LaMorte and starring David Howard Thornton, Tyler Posey e Jesse Kove. On the last night crossing in New York, terror takes over the ferry when a relentless rat turns the journey into a bloodbath. What seemed like a peaceful journey turns into a nightmare with no way out. But beware: this rat is not what you are used to seeing. With water everywhere and fear spreading, passengers and crew must fight to survive - before it is too late.

Always Girls (01/05)

Original title: Girls Will Be Girls

Always Girls is an Indian film drama, winner of Festival the Sundance of 2024. The film was directed by Shuchi Talati and starring Preeti Panigrahi, Kani Kusruti e Kesav Binoy Kiron. The story takes place in a boarding school in the Himalayas and follows Mira, known for her discipline and sense of responsibility. Her routine changes with the arrival of Sri, a new student with whom she falls in love. At the same time, he catches the attention of Anila, her mother-in-law, a young and outgoing woman with whom Mira does not have a good relationship.

A Normal Family (01/05)

Original title: Botong-ui Gajok

A Normal Family is an suspense South Korean, book adaptation The Dinner, Hermann Koch. The film was directed by Jin-Ho Hur and starring South Kyung-gu, Jang dong-gun e Hee-ae Kim. The plot follows Jae-wan, who works as a lawyer, defending even murderers, while his brother, a religious doctor, puts patients above his own interests. One day, a situation involving their teenage children tests the conscience of both brothers.

Bjork: Cornucopia (07/05)

Original title: cornucopia

The highly anticipated concert film, shot live in Lisbon, chronicles the renowned artist’s groundbreaking tour that has enchanted audiences around the world for five years. This immersive cinematic experience takes fans through the spectacular production of Birch, with a setlist that ranges from his greatest classics to visionary albums Utopia (2017) and Fosora (2023)

The Vision (08/05)

Original title: Sight

The vision is a drama starring Terry chen, Greg Kinnerar e Natasha Mumba with direction of Andrew Hyatt. When a young blind orphan enters his waiting room seeking a miracle, a renowned eye surgeon is forced to confront his own past. Raised in China during the Cultural Revolution, he must draw on the resilience and lessons learned from his youth to rise to the challenge of restoring the girl's sight.

Karate Kid: Legends (08/05)

Original title: Karate Kid: Legends

Karate Kid: Legends is a film that mixes elements of comedy e drama, a sequel to the original 1984 franchise that followed the journey of Daniel LaRusso. The film was directed by Jonathan entwistle and starring Ben Wang, Jackie Chan e Ralph Macchio. In the plot, after moving from New Jersey to California with his mother, Daniel begins to learn karate with Mr. Miyagi to defend himself against a group of bullies and karate students, led by Johnny Lawrence.

The Last Supper (08/05)

Original title: The Last Supper

The last supper is an historical drama directed by Mauro Borrelli and starring Robert Kneper, James Ward e James Oliver Wheatley. The film portrays the moment of communion that continued over the years, showing it from different perspectives. The story tells the relationship between the disciples who participated in this moment, highlighting their internal conflicts and doubts regarding the Word, revealing the innermost being of one of the disciples, who, a few days later, would be responsible for the arrest and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Invincible (08/05)

Original title: The Unbreakable Boy

Invincible it's a movie biographical de drama based on the book of Scott M. LeRette on Susy Flory which tells the true story about a boy who was born with a rare disease and Autistic Spectrum Disorder (TEA). The film was directed by Jon Gunn and starring Zachary Levi, Meghann Fahy e Jacob Laval. In the plot, Scott and Teresa discover that their son, Austin, is autistic and suffers from a brittle bone disease. Despite concerns about the future, Scott's growing faith and Austin's inspiring spirit lead them to find joy, gratitude and courage to face challenges.

Little Invaders (08/05)

Original title: Headspace

Small Invaders accumulators is a animation de action e adventure starring Bonko Khoza, Roberto Pombo e Chris van Rensburg. The plot tells the story of Norman, an ordinary teenager who is passionate about aliens and who cares a lot about the future of the planet. His life is turned upside down when three microscopic aliens responsible for keeping the peace fall into his iced tea and become trapped in his brain.

The Woman in the Garden (08/05)

Original title: The Woman in the Yard

The Woman in the Garden it's a movie terror directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and starring Danielle Deadwyler, Okwui Okpokwasili e Russell Hornsby. In the plot, a mysterious woman begins to appear repeatedly in the front yard of a house, leaving disturbing messages and issuing dark warnings. Her constant presence raises suspicions among the residents, who begin to question who she is, what she wants and the danger she may pose to the family.

Bambi – A Forest Adventure (08/05)

Original title: Bambi, the history of one life in the woods

Bambi – A Forest Adventure it's a movie Infant de adventure directed by Michael Fessler. As he grows up, the young deer Bambi explores life in the forest alongside his mother, who teaches him about friendship, nature and the challenges of the wild. Over time, he grows closer to Faline, his future companion, and faces moments of happiness and sadness, especially after the loss of his mother to hunters. Guided by his father, the Great Prince of the Forest, Bambi learns to overcome obstacles and become a strong and independent leader.

Memoirs of a Sclerotic (08/05)

Original title: Memoirs of a Sclerotic

Memoirs of a Sclerotic is an documentary national directed by Thais Fernandes with the co-direction of Rafael Correa. In search of answers and driven by a desire for adventure, Brazilian cartoonist Rafael Corrêa decides to make a film to organize his memories and investigate whether the death of a frog could be linked to the origin of his degenerative disease.

Final Destination 6: Blood Ties (15/05)

Original title: Final Destination: Bloodlines

Final Destination 6: Blood Ties it's a movie terror e suspense, a sequel to the 2000s saga. The film was directed by Zach Lipovsky e Adam B. Stein, and starring Brec Bassinger, Teo Briones e Kaitlyn Santa Juana. The story follows Stefanie, a college student haunted by a recurring nightmare. In an attempt to understand what is happening, she returns home in search of the one person who can help her break the predicted fatal cycle — and save her family from a dark fate.

Memories of a Snail (15/05)

Original title: Memoir of a Snail

Memories of a Snail accumulators is a animation stop motion de drama e comedy, indicated to the Oscar 2025. The film was directed by Adam Elliot and featured the voices of Jacki Weaver, Sarah Snook e Kodi Smit McPhee. After a series of misfortunes, a lonely and melancholic snail collector learns to find self-confidence amid the chaos of everyday life.

Hurry Up Tomorrow: Beyond the Spotlight (15/05)

Original title: Hurry Up Tomorrow

Hurry Up Tomorrow: Beyond the Spotlight it's a movie drama e suspense starring The Weeknd e Jenna Ortega, under the direction of Trey edward shults. In the plot, a musician tormented by insomnia meets a strange woman, obsessed with his work, and embarks on a journey that challenges everything he believes he knows about himself — taking him to the edge of sanity.
 

Manas (15/05)

Original title: my

my is an drama national that had its debut in Venice Festival and has since accumulated 20 awards at various festivals. The film was directed by Marianna Brennand and starring Jamilli Correa, Fatima Macedo e Romulus Braga. The story follows 13-year-old Marcielle, who lives with her family in a riverside community on Marajó Island (PA). When she questions her idealizations about her older sister, she comes across abusive environments and decides to face the violent reality that surrounds her family and the women in the community.

Animal (15/05)

Original title: animals

animals is a French horror based on Buffy the Vampire Slayer of 1997. The film was directed by Emma Benestan and starring Oulaya Amamra, Marinette Rafai e Vivien Rodriguez. The story is set in the Camargue region of France and follows 22-year-old Nejma as she prepares for the traditional bullfight. But her dream is threatened when a violent bull escapes and a series of mysterious murders shake the community.

Chinatown Detective: The Mystery of 1900 (15/05)

Original title: Tang Ren Jie Tan an 1900

Chinatown Detective: The Mystery of 1900 is a Chinese film comedy e mysteryDirected by Chen Sicheng e Dai Mo, and starring Wang Baoqiang , Liu Haoran, with a special appearance by Chow Yunfat. In the film, Ah Gui, who seeks to avenge his adoptive father, joins forces with Qin Fu, a young man known for his sharp logic. They are summoned by Bai Xuanling, a local leader whose son is suspected of a crime, and together they try to solve the case.

Mission: Impossible – The Final Deal (22/05)

Original title: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning

Mission Impossible – The Final Deal It is the eighth and final chapter of the saga Mission Impossible. The long action e suspense was directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the same director of the last three films, and starring Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg e Rebecca ferguson. In the plot, special agent Ethan Hunt and his team continue their dangerous adventures.

Lilo & Stitch (22/05)

Original title: Lilo & Stitch

Lilo & Stitch is the newest live action of Disney, based on the animated series of the same name released in 2002. The film was directed by Dean Fleischer Camp and starring Maia Kealoha e Chris Sanders, also the voice actor for Stitch in the original animated series. In the plot, Lilo adopts a dog without knowing that he is, in fact, Stitch — a dangerous alien in disguise. From then on, the two form an unexpected friendship.

The Dragons (22/05)

Original title: The Dragons

The Dragons it's a movie adventure starring Lóren Maite, Paulo Reginatto e Juliana Zardo. In a small town located on top of a mountain, a group of young misfits join a theater company to put on a play inspired by Murilo Rubião's fantastic realism tales. However, narratives begin to materialize in the city, granting teenagers extraordinary abilities and transforming them into beings endowed with unique powers.

The Woman Who Never Was (22/05)

Original title: Aïcha

The Woman Who Never Was is an drama directed by Mehdi M. Barsaoui and starring Fatma Sfar, Nidhal Saadi, Yasmine Dimassi, Hela Ayed, Mohamed Ali Ben Jemaa e Benhamad Wing. Stuck in a life without prospects in southern Tunisia, Aya sees a chance to start over after surviving an accident. Fleeing to the capital with a new identity, her plans change when she becomes a witness to a police blunder.

The Vision (22/05)

Original title: Sight

The vision is a drama starring Terry chen, Greg Kinnerar e Natasha Mumba with direction of Andrew Hyatt. When a young blind orphan enters his waiting room seeking a miracle, a renowned eye surgeon is forced to confront his own past. Raised in China during the Cultural Revolution, he must draw on the resilience and lessons learned from his youth to rise to the challenge of restoring the girl's sight.

Ritas (22/05)

Original title: Ritas

under the direction of Oswaldo Santana e Karen Harley, Ritas is an documentary which presents the unpublished personal archive of Rita lee, revealing her creative references and intimate moments. With recent testimonies and narration by the artist herself, the film paints a profound portrait of the queen of Brazilian rock.

The Legend of Ochi (29/05)

Original title: The Legend of Ochi

The Legend of Ochi it's a movie fantasy e adventureDirected by Isaiah Saxon, with production of Russo brothers and a list made up of Helena Zengel, Willem Dafoe, Emily Watson e Finn Wolfhard. The story follows a young girl who has been taught never to go out after dark because of the forest creatures called ochi. However, one day, when a baby ochi is left behind, she decides to embark on a journey to help the baby find its family.

Confined (29/05)

Original title: Locked

Confined it's a movie action e suspenseDirected by David Yarovsky and starring Bill Skarsgård e Anthony Hopkins. In the plot, Eddie breaks into a luxury SUV, but ends up falling into a deadly trap set by a self-proclaimed vigilante who imposes his own twisted version of justice. Trapped inside the vehicle, Eddie soon realizes that the escape is an illusion and that his situation is even more dangerous than he imagined.

Rob1n: Killer Intelligence (29/05)

Original title: Rob1n

Rob1n: Killer Intelligence it's a movie terror directed by Lawrence Fowler and starring Ethan Taylor, Simon Davies e Leona Clarke. A robotics expert, shaken by the loss of his 11-year-old son, builds a robotic doll as a way to cope with his grief. However, disturbing events reveal that Rob1n is willing to do anything to keep his creator all to himself.

Shadow Force – Death Sentence (29/05)

Original title: Shadow Force

Shadow Force – Death Sentence it's a movie actionDirected by Joe carnahan and starring Kerry Washington, Omar Sy e Mark Strong. After violating the main rule of the Shadow Force, an elite secret unit, to never fall in love, Kyrah and Isaac are forced to go on the run with their son to escape the very organization they belonged to.

Stella: Victim and Guilty (29/05)

Original title: Stella. A life.

Stella: Victim and Guilty is an drama directed by Kilian Riedhoff and starring Paula Beer, Joel Basman e Jannis Niewöhner. The film follows the journey of Stella, a young German Jew who grew up in Berlin during the Nazi regime, with the dream of becoming a jazz singer. Her life changes drastically after being captured and tortured by the Gestapo. However, Stella receives a cruel offer: to save her family from Auschwitz, she must betray and denounce other Jews. Now, faced with this choice, the young woman finds herself torn between survival and the weight of guilt.

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 25 / 04 / 2025.

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