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Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies Planned for Release in 2026
This list shows all Based on Fiction Book/Short Story films planned for release in 2026, including films that go direct-to-video, or only get an international theatrical release. For each film, we use the first date on which it will be made available to the public, which might include international theatrical or domestic video releases that are a few days, or sometimes more, earlier than the domestic (US/Canada) theatrical release.
Announced Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies
Release Date | Movie | Genre | Release Type | Revenue to Date | Trailer |
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March 5 | Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat | Adventure | Theatrical | $0 | |
March 20 | Project Hail Mary | Thriller/Suspense | Theatrical | $0 | |
July 1 | Shrek 5 | Adventure | Theatrical | $0 | |
November 20 | The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping | Action | Theatrical | $0 | |
2026 TBD | Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum | Adventure | Theatrical | $0 |