See cinema releases in May 2026

May It arrives with a selection full of new releases for movie lovers. Among the main releases are... The Mandalorian and Grogu, a film that continues the events of the third season of The Mandalorian; Mortal Kombat 2, a sequel to the 2021 adaptation; and the 40th anniversary of Top Gun: Indomitable Aces, a feature film starring by Tom Cruise. Want to know more? Check out all the movie releases in May out of 2026!

No Light Enters Here (07/05)

Original title: No light enters here.

No light enters here. is an documentary film directed by Karoline MaiaIn the documentary, Karol interviews women who work as domestic workers, bringing to light poignant memories and accounts of violence and exploitation that are still part of the reality for many Brazilian women. At the same time, the conversations highlight the fight for rights and the strength of motherhood as a central element in the lives of these women.

The Detective Sheep (07/05)

Original title: The Sheep Detectives

The Detective Sheep accumulators is a police comedy directed by Kyle Balda and starring Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun e Nicholas galitzineIn the film, George, a shepherd who regularly reads detective novels to his sheep every night believing they don't understand the stories, sees his routine change when a mysterious incident occurs on the farm. From then on, the sheep decide to investigate the case on their own, following clues and analyzing human suspects, proving that they too can act as skilled detectives.

Billie Eilish – HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: The Tour In 3D (07/05)

Original title: Billie Eilish – HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: The Tour In 3D

In the feature film, the tour Hit Me Hard And Soft de Billie Eilish It is portrayed in an immersive experience that combines live 3D performances with behind-the-scenes moments. Co-directed by the artist herself alongside James CameronThe film features performances of songs from the album. HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, such as “LUNCH”, “Birds of a Feather” and “CHIHIRO”, in addition to showing behind-the-scenes footage from the tour.

Dolly – The Cursed Doll (07/05)

Original title: Dolly

Dolly – The Cursed Doll it's a movie terror directed by Rod Blackhurst and starring Fabianne Therese, Russ Tiller e Michalina ScorzelliIn the story, a young woman named Macy is kidnapped by a monstrous creature who raises her as if she were his own daughter.

Eclipse (07/05)

Original title: Eclipse

Eclipse it's a movie suspense directed and starring Djin SganzerlaThe story follows Cleo, an astronomer going through a personal crisis while dealing with her pregnancy. During this delicate period, she receives an unexpected visit from her Indigenous half-sister, beginning a journey of discovery that brings to light fragmented memories and dark secrets.

Once Upon a Time, My Mother (07/05)

Original title: My mother, God and Sylvie Vartan

Once Upon a Time, My Mother accumulators is a dramatic comedy directed by Ken scott and starring Leïla Bekhti, Jonathan Cohen e Joséphine JapyIn the story, a mother's devotion is put to the test as she helps her son, born with a clubfoot in 1963, face physical challenges and social barriers. Driven by a powerful promise, she closely follows the boy's journey, marked by highs and lows throughout his life.

Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition (07/05)

Original title: Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition

in the documentary Iron Maiden: Burning Ambitionthe band's trajectory Iron Maiden It follows their journey from their first shows in East London pubs to their rise to fame in the world's biggest stadiums. Directed by Malcolm Venville, the film also features testimonials from fans and personalities such as Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich, and Chuck D.

Mortal Kombat 2 (07/05)

Original title: Mortal Kombat 2

Mortal Kombat 2 It's the sequel to the Mortal Kombat adaptation. produced in 2021 by James Wan. The film was directed by Simon McQuoid and starring Karl Urban, Lewis Tan e Joe TaslimIn the story, fan-favorite champions face a new and brutal conflict between the forces of Earthrealm and the tyrannical regime of Shao Kahn, ruler of Outworld. With the balance between the realms threatened, heroes and former rivals must unite in a decisive battle that could define everyone's fate.

The Furry Ones 2 (07/05)

Original title: Finnick 2

The Furry Ones 2 accumulators is a animation de comedy e adventure directed by Denis Chernov and starring the voices of Yuri Kolokolnikov, Slava Kopeykin e Mikhail KhrustalyovIn the story, Finnick loses his invisibility after awakening the magic of an ancient staff, putting all Finns in danger. Faced with this, he and Christine embark on an adventure to restore this power and try to save their people.

Pinocchio: Curse of Wood (07/05)

Original title: Pinocchio: Unstrung

Pinocchio: Curse of Wood it's a movie terror e suspense directed by Waterfield and starring Robert englund e Richard BrakeThe film is a horror reimagining of The Adventures of PinocchioFrom Carlo Collodi's *The Puppet Show*. In the story, Gepetto introduces his grandson James to a magical puppet named Pinocchio, with whom he develops a friendship. However, upon being introduced to the world without fully understanding its naive nature, Pinocchio begins to follow a dark path, embarking on a crusade to eliminate everything he considers evil.

Top Gun: Maverick – 40th Anniversary (May 13th)

Original title: Top Gun

Top Gun: Indomitable Aces it's a movie action e adventure directed by Tony Scott and starring Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis e Tom skerrittIn the film, the naval pilot school brings together the best aviators to hone their elite skills. When Maverick arrives, his arrogant attitude and impulsive behavior put him at odds with other pilots, especially Iceman. At the same time, he tries to excel not only in air competitions but also to win the attention of his instructor, Charlotte Blackwood.

(Almost) The Love Of My Life (February 14th)

Original title: Young Werther

(Almost) The Love Of My Life accumulators is a comedy romantic directed by Jose Lourenco and starring Douglas Booth, Alison Pill e Patrick J. AdamsIn the story, a young, romantic, and dreamy writer falls madly in love with a woman, but discovers she is already engaged. Even so, he insists on trying to win her over, ignoring his friend's advice and getting involved in a series of confusing and funny situations as his world is turned upside down because of love.

The People Next Door (14/05)

Original title: Les gens d'à côté

The People Next Door is an French drama directed by André Téchiné and starring Isabelle HuppertIn the story, Lucie, a forensic scientist, has her solitary life shaken by the arrival of a young couple, Yann and his daughter, when she discovers that he is an anti-police activist with a criminal record.

Authentic Games in the Disconnected Empire (May 14th)

Original title: Authentic Games in the Disconnected Empire

Authentic Games In the Disconnected Empire accumulators is a animation directed by Bruno Murtinho and starring Marco TulioIn the story, after years of dominating an offline world, the Disconnected Empire decides to take revenge and plans to kidnap Marco Túlio to bring joy to its dark kingdom. Upon entering this universe, he transforms into Authentic, a friendly doll, and embarks on an adventure to rescue the Craft Family and confront the Empire.

I'm Tired of Being a Nerd (May 14th)

Original title: I'm tired of being a nerd.

I'm tired of being a nerd. accumulators is a national comedy directed by Gualter Pupo and starring fernando caruso e Fiorella MattheisIn the story, Airton, a nerd who was the prime suspect in the disappearance and alleged murder of a classmate during his college years, decides, 20 years later, to reunite his old classmates at their graduation party to prove his innocence. More than that, he intends to expose that the real culprits might be his popular classmates, members of a successful new wave band.

Cássia Eller (Re-release) (May 14th)

Original title: Cassia Eller

Cassia Eller it's a movie biographical directed by Paulo Henrique Fontenelle and starring Cassia Eller, Nando Reis e Oswaldo MontenegroIn the film, Cássia Eller's life story is reconstructed through archival footage and interviews, from her emergence on the music scene in the late 1980s to her death in 2001, also including previously unseen moments from her personal life.

Chopin, A Sonata in Paris (May 14th)

Original title: Chopin, Chopin!

Chopin, A Sonata in Paris is an biographical film de drama directed by Michal Kwiecinski and starring Eryk Kulm, Joséphine de La Baume e Victor MeuteletIn the story, set in Paris in 1835, the renowned composer Frédéric Chopin moves through high society, performing in concerts and giving lessons to supplement his income while battling an illness. Amidst this, he creates remarkable works, participates in social events, and experiences romantic relationships within aristocratic and royal circles.

Erupcja (14/05)

Original title: Eruption

Eruption is an drama directed by Pete Ohs and starring Charli XCX, Lena Góra e Will MaddenIn the story, Nel lives in Warsaw, where she works in a flower shop. When her childhood friend, Bethany, visits her accompanied by a new boyfriend, the situation takes an unexpected turn with the eruption of a volcano.

Spermageddon (May 14)

Original title: Spermageddon

Spermageddon accumulators is a animation for adults directed by Rasmus A. Sivertsen e Tommy wirkolaIn this comedy, the awkward Jens and Lisa face their first romantic experience, full of discoveries and embarrassing moments. At the same time, in a creative and humorous way, the story also follows Simon, a sperm, and his "friends" on an imaginative journey in search of the egg, mixing the real world with a light and fun approach to how the human body works.

You & Me in Tuscany (May 14th)

Original title: You, Me & Tuscany

You & Me in Tuscany it's a movie comedy e romance directed by Kat Leather and starring Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page e Lorenzo de MoorIn the story, after losing her job and apartment on the same day, Anna impulsively decides to move into the home of a man she barely knows in Tuscany. When his mother unexpectedly shows up, she panics and pretends to be his fiancée, starting a situation full of lies. However, everything gets complicated with the arrival of a charming cousin, making maintaining the charade increasingly difficult.

I Can't Hear You (May 14th)

Original title: I Can't Hear You

I Can't Hear You accumulators is a comedy directed by Caco Ciocler and starring Marcio VitoIn the story, two Brazilians meet by chance and embark on an unusual journey that alternates between moments of humor and tension, revealing aspects of a society marked by difficulty in communication.

Mambembe (May 14)

Original title: Mambembe

No documentary MambembeDirected by Fabio MeiraThe narrative follows the attempt to make a film from footage begun in 2010. By revisiting the story of a wandering surveyor and his encounter with three women from a traveling circus, the film explores chance and proposes a reflection on the artistic creation process itself.

In the Gray Zone (14/05)

Original title: In The Grey

In the Gray Zone it's a movie action directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Eiza González, Henry Cavill e Rosamund pike. The film revolves around two extraction experts who must designate an escape route for a senior negotiator.

The Genius of Crime (May 14th)

Original title: The Genius of Crime

The Genius of Crime it's a movie adventure directed by André Felipe Binder and starring Francisco Galvão, Bella Alelaf e Breno KanetoIn the story, a group of friends decides to investigate a counterfeit World Cup sticker scheme in São Paulo, just as completing the sticker album becomes the biggest craze at Colégio Três Bandeiras. Led by Gordo, the group embarks on an investigation full of suspense, humor, and challenges.

The King of the Internet (May 14th)

Original title: The King of the Internet

The King of the Internet it's a movie biographical de comedy e drama directed by Fabrício Bittar and starring João Guilherme Ávila, Marcelo Serrado e Emilio de MelloIn the story, Daniel, a prodigious young man, becomes fascinated with the achievements afforded by his exceptional ability to hack systems, quickly becoming the greatest hacker in the country.

Obsession (May 14th)

Original title: Obsession

Obsession it's a movie terror directed by Curry Barker and starring Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette e Cooper TomlinsonIn the story, a man's desire for a beautiful woman to fall in love with him ends up having unexpected and dangerous consequences when she begins to exhibit increasingly disturbing and obsessive behavior.

Closer to the Sun It Is Brighter (May 14th)

Original title: Near the Sun It Is Brighter

Near the Sun It Is Brighter is an drama directed by Regis Faria and starring Reginaldo Faria, Marcelo Faria e Vanessa GerbelliThe story follows Regi, an 85-year-old engineer from Rio de Janeiro who is grieving the recent loss of his wife. Amidst his solitary routine, he finds support in his children and seeks to move forward by dedicating himself to writing a book and becoming emotionally involved with a talented actress, in a sensitive portrayal of resilience, aging, and the power of love.

Deaf (May 14)

Original title: Deaf

Deaf is an drama directed by Eva Libertad García and starring Miriam Garlo, Alvaro Cervantes e Elena IruretaIn the story, Ángela, a deaf woman, faces challenges as she prepares for the arrival of her daughter with Hector, her hearing partner. The child's birth triggers a crisis in their relationship, forcing Ángela to cope with motherhood alone in a world that is often not adapted to her needs.

Top Gun: Maverick (Re-release) (May 14th)

Original title: Top Gun: Maverick

Top Gun: Maverick it's a movie action directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Tom Cruise, Miles Teller e Jennifer ConnellyIn the story, after more than 30 years of service, Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell continues to push boundaries as a Navy test pilot. In a world dominated by technological warfare and drones, he must prove that the human factor is still essential.

Masha and the Bears (May 21st)

Original title: Masha and the Bear

Masha and the Bears It is a live-action film based on the children's series of the same name, which is based on a Russian folktale. In the film, the protagonist Masha embarks on a mission to save her brother, who has been transformed into a goat after falling under the spell of a forest spirit. To break the curse, she must join forces with the Three Bears, classic fairytale characters, on a journey full of challenges and magic.

The Mandalorian and Grogu (May 21st)

Original title: The Mandalorian & Grogu

The Mandalorian and Grogu it's a movie Science fiction e fantasy directed by Jon Favreau and starring Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver e Jeremy allen whiteIn the film, which continues the events of the third season of The Mandalorian, bounty hunter Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on a new and exciting adventure, expanding on the events seen in the series.

Passenger of Evil (May 21st)

Original title: Passenger

Passenger of Evil it's a movie terror directed by André Øvredal and starring Melissa Leo, Lou Llobell e Jacob Scipio. In the story, during a van trip, a couple witnesses a fatal accident and, from that moment on, is pursued by a demonic entity that won't let them escape, no matter where they run.

Pillion (21/05)

Original title: pillion

pillion it's a movie romance e comedy directed by Harry Lighton and starring Harry Melling, Alexander Skarsgård e Douglas hodgeIn the story, Colin, a shy man, meets Ray, a confident leader of a motorcycle gang, who draws him into a relationship of power and influence. This interaction challenges his ordinary routine, forcing him to confront his own limitations and undergo a process of personal growth.

Sex and Destiny (May 21st)

Original title: Sex and Destiny

Sex and Destiny It's a drama based on the best-selling book by André Luiz, psychographed by Chico Xavier e Waldo Vieira. The film was directed by Marcio Trigo and starring Letícia Augustin, Bruno Gissoni, Antonio Fragoso, Carol Macedo, Tato Gabus Mendes, Totia Meireles e Rafael CardosoThe story depicts the relationships between the Nogueira and Torres families, addressing choices, responsibility, and their consequences, with a perspective encompassing both the physical and spiritual worlds.

Animal Farm (May 28th)

Original title: animal farm

Animal Farm accumulators is a animation de adventure e fantasy inspired by the book of George Orwell. The film was directed by Andy Serkis and starring the voices of Seth Rogen, Glenn Close e Woody HarrelsonIn the story, which uses animals as a metaphor for the Russian Revolution, they rebel against a farmer in search of freedom, but end up being betrayed by internal conflicts and the corruption of the very system they helped create.

Backrooms: A Non-Place (May 28th)

Original title: backrooms

Backrooms: A Non-Place it's a movie terror e Science fiction directed by Kane Parsons and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve e Mark DuplassIn the feature film, based on a viral short, the story follows people who end up entering strange and seemingly infinite spaces, as if they were other dimensions. In these frightening places, mysterious creatures can appear at any moment, making it a constant struggle for survival.

And Their Children After Them (28/05)

Original title: Leurs Enfants Après Eux

And Their Children After Them is an drama French written and directed by Ludovic Boukherma e Zoran BoukhermaThe film, an adaptation of the 2018 novel of the same name, starred Paul Kircher, Angelina Woreth, Sayyid El Alami, Gilles Lellouche, and Ludivine Sagnier. In eastern France, two teenage cousins ​​experience the summer of their lives, rowing a stolen canoe to the other side of a lake, in an adventure that will forever mark their youth.

Fleak (May 28)

Original title: Fleak

Fleak accumulators is a animation de comedy e adventure directed by Jens Moller and starring the voices of Owen de la Hoyde, Tori Johnson e Tom hudsonIn the story, a 12-year-old boy loses the ability to walk after an accident, but his life changes when a friendly, furry creature from another dimension appears to help him. Together, they embark on an adventure in which the young boy discovers a way to walk again.

Explosive Strike (May 28th)

Original title: Fuze

Explosive Strike it's a movie action e suspense directed by David mackenzie and starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James e Gray GrayIn the plot, central London is thrown into panic after the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb at a construction site. While a mass evacuation is organized, a gang of criminals takes advantage of the chaos to carry out a daring heist.

Bitter Christmas (May 28th)

Original title: Bitter Christmas

Bitter Christmas accumulators is a dramatic comedy directed by Pedro Almodóvar and starring Bárbara Lennie, Leonardo Sbaraglia e Aitana Sanchez-GijonFollowing her mother's death, Elsa, a commercial director, travels to Lanzarote and begins using the experiences of those around her as inspiration for her writing. Meanwhile, in 2025, filmmaker Raúl faces writer's block and decides to create a screenplay based on his own life, resulting in a story that mirrors Elsa's and blends reality and fiction.

UEFA – Champions League 2026 (30/05)

the end of the UEFA Champions League It arrives in theaters in May, bringing all the excitement of the world's biggest club tournament to the big screen. The finalists are yet to be determined, with decisive matches between... Bayern Munchen e Paris Saint-Germain on one side, and Arsenal against Atletico Madrid from the other.

Original title: UEFA – Champions League 2026

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 27 / 04 / 2026.

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