Fri Dec 27 17:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Warner Bros. Shakes Up 2026 and 2027 Release Calendar

**Los Angeles, CA** – Warner Bros. has announced a significant reshuffling of its release calendar for 2026 and 2027, impacting several high-profile films. The most notable change sees *The Batman* sequel, directed by Matt Reeves, moving from October 2, 2026, to October 1, 2027. This delay is attributed to the film’s extensive VFX work and a late summer production start. The sequel will still have IMAX screenings.

Taking the October 2, 2026, slot is Alejandro González Iñárritu’s untitled film starring Tom Cruise, also slated for IMAX release. The film, a Legendary production, centers on the world’s most powerful man embarking on a mission to save humanity.

Further shifts include:

* **_Mickey 17_**: Bong Joon-ho’s sci-fi film starring Robert Pattinson moves to March 7, 2026 (previously occupied by _Sinners_), gaining more IMAX screen time.
* **_Sinners_**: The Ryan Coogler-directed film starring Michael B. Jordan, initially slated for March 7th, now opens on April 18th, 2026, in IMAX. The delay is due to extended post-production, stemming from the scarcity of film labs. This puts it in the coveted Easter weekend slot, a date previously occupied by Warner Bros. blockbusters like *Batman v Superman*.

Warner Bros. still holds the October opening weekend record with 2019’s *The Joker*. The studio is clearly aiming for a strong showing with its revised lineup, which includes several films with planned IMAX releases.

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