March is shaping up to be a fantastic month for movie lovers. From the long – awaited Peaky Blinders film to a fresh take on a classic horror story, there is something for everyone. Whether you prefer watching at the cinema or streaming from home, here are ten films you will not want to miss this month.
1. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man
The hit film series finally makes its way to the big screen. Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby, now dragged back to Birmingham during World War Two as German bombs devastate the city. The film brings back familiar faces and adds new ones, including Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, and Barry Keoghan as Tommy’s son. Creator Steven Knight describes it as the final chapters of a long novel, setting the stage for what comes next. The film hits cinemas on March 6 in the US the Uk, and arrives on Netflix internationally on March 20.
2. Hoppers
Pixar’s 30th animated feature takes a fresh spin on talking animals. A girl named Mabel has her mind transferred into a robotic beaver, allowing her to communicate with animals. She soon learns they are fed up with how humans treat them. Early buzz suggests this film is bold, funny, and tender in equal measure. It promises something fresh from the animation giant. The film releases in cinemas internationally on March 4, 5 and 6.
3. The Good Boy
Stephan Graham stars in this dark comedy thriller about a couple with extreme ideas about disciplining young people. He and Andrea Riseborough play a pair who kidnap a rowdy 19 -year -old and chain him in their basement, determined to train him into being a “good boy”. The film keeps audiences guessing with its mix of charm and creeping dread. It releases in Italy on March 5, the US on March 6, Germany on March 7, and the UK on March 20.
4. The Bride!
Maggie Gyllenhaal directs this bold reimagining of the 1935 classic The Bride of Frankenstein. She wondered why the Bride barely spoke in the original and decided to give her a voice. Jessie Buckley plays a woman murdered in 1930s Chicago who is brought back to life by a patchwork monster played by Christian Bale. The result is not a gothic horror but a colorful gangster tale about two gun – toting lovers on the run. Peter Sarsgaard and Jake Gyllenhaal also join the fun. The film opens in cinemas internationally on March 4, 5 and 6.
5. Saipan
With the World Cup approaching, this comedy drama revisits a real clash from the 2002 tournament. The Republic of Ireland captain Roy Keane was furious with the training facilities on the island of Saipan and even angrier with his manager Mick McCarthy’s relaxed attitude. Éanna Hardwicke plays Keane, while Steve Coogan takes on the role of McCarthy. Even non – football fans may enjoy this witty story about pride, principle, and the game of life. It releases in the US on March 13.
6. Reminders of Him
Colleen Hoover’s bestselling romance novel comes to the screen. Maika Monroe stars as a women released from prison after a car accident that killed her boyfriend. She returns home hoping to reconnect with her daughter and finds herself drawn to a local bartender played by Tyriq Withers. Hoover was closely involved in production, so fans can expect a faithful adaptation. The film releases internationally on March 12 and 13.
7. Marc by Sofia
Director Sofia Coppola turns her camera on her longtime friend, fashion designer Marc Jacobs. This intimate documentary explores his influences and creative process leading up to his spring 2024 collection. Rather than a traditional talking – head biography, Coppola offers a deep dive into Jacob’s world, Creating what Vogue calls a “moving mood board”. It is a treat for fashion lovers and anyone curious about creative minds. The film releases in the US on March 20.
8. Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Samara Weaving returns as Grace, the bride who survived a deadly wedding night against her murderous in – laws. This time she and her sister, played by Kathryn Newton, are chased by an entire cabal of wealthy satanist families. The original writers and directors are back, promising more wild, darkly comic chaos. If that is not enough, Zazie Beetz stars in They Will Kill You later the same month about a maid fighting demon worshippers in a Manhattan apartment. Ready or Not 2 releases in the US on March 20, Canada on March 27, and the UK on April 10.
9. Project Hail Mary
From the author of The Martian comes another smart sci – fi adventure. Ryan Gosling plays a biologist turned teacher sent on a solo mission to save Earth from energy – draining microbes. He ends up befriending an alien along the way. The film embraces the challenges of zero gravity and alien atmospheres to create something unique. Directed by the team behind The Lego Movie, it promises both spectacle and heart. It releases in cinemas internationally on March 18, 19, and 20.
10. Alpha
French director Julia Ducournau, known for Raw and Titane, returns with another haunting drama. A 13-year-old-girl gets a tattoo that horrifies her mother, a nurse already terrified of a deadly virus turning people to stone. The film divided critics at Cannes but left a lasting impression on many. It is dark, visceral, and unforgettable. The Irish Times says it “burrows the right sort of unease into your brain.” It releases in the US and Canada on March 27 and in the UK on April 17.
March offers an exciting mix of big franchises, bold new visions, and intimate character studies. Whether you are in the mood for gangsters, monsters, astronauts, or fashion icons, there is a film waiting for you. Grab your popcorn and enjoy the show.
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