It’s not surprising that when a particular film does well in Hollywood, there will always be eager talk about whether a sequel is happening. In fact, sequels are the rule these days rather than the exception, and that proof is in the nearly 150 planned film sequels through 2020 that Hollywood has in the works.
Lots of the sequels on various studio schedules are part of major superhero franchises. When a new franchise is announced, you can typically expect at least three installments or even a huge collaborative effort. That’s why films like Wonder Woman and Avatar are heading our way very soon. Other times, Hollywood stumbles into a world that’s very expandable and interesting, leading to the demand for sequels. Think Zombieland and Edge of Tomorrow — both are getting sequels through 2020. Finally, there are some film franchises that are as old as the hills that still have some life in them, like Top Gun and Star Wars — expect future installments of these franchises by 2020 too.
All in all, Hollywood’s got big plans for some of our favorite sci-fi, fantasy, action, comedy and drama titles. Check out our slideshow to see which films are coming to theaters through 2020.
A version of this article was originally published in July 2017.
‘Sing 2’
The hit animated film and musical Sing has a sequel in the works, Sing 2, slated to hit theaters on Christmas Day 2020.
‘Guardians of the Galaxy 3’
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is slated to release sometime in 2020, but it currently faces director drama as James Gunn has come under fire for tweets posted in 2008 and 2009 that joked about pedophilia and rape. He has been let go from writing and directing the sequel.
‘Zombieland 2’
Just in time for the 10th anniversary in October 2019, Sony has confirmed a sequel to Zombieland. Even better, Emma Stone, Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg and Abigail Breslin are all returning for the fun.
‘Fantastic Beasts’
Starting Nov. 16, 2018, Fantastic Beasts 2 will continue the story of Newt Scamander's travels.
‘Wreck-It Ralph 2’
Currently titled Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, this sequel will hit theaters on Nov. 21, 2018.
‘Creed II’
Adonis Creed's story is set to continue in Creed II on Nov. 21, 2018.
‘Mary Poppins Returns’
On Dec. 19, 2018, Mary Poppins Returns will see Mary Poppins checking in on a much older Jane and Michael.
‘Fast 9’
Word on the street is that Fast & Furious 9 hits theaters April 10, 2020.
‘Now You See Me 3’
Now You See Me 3 is thin on plot details but will be in theaters by 2019.
‘Shrek 5’
Shrek 5, scheduled for 2019, will reportedly completely reset the Shrek universe.
‘Space Jam 2’
LeBron James is reportedly set to star in Space Jam 2. No release date is set, but it will likely come out by 2019.
‘Top Gun 2’
Maverick's story is set to continue, and we'll get to see Top Gun 2 on July 12, 2019.
‘Toy Story 4’
The adventures of Woody, Buzz and the gang continue in Toy Story 4, slated for release on June 21, 2019.
‘Wonder Woman 2’
Wonder Woman 2 is definitely happening! It will be released on Nov. 1, 2019.
‘World War Z 2’
While the production of the sequel is just as fraught as the original, World War Z 2 is tentatively slated for 2019.
‘Frozen 2’
Frozen 2 is definitely not letting go; it's hitting theaters in 2019.
‘Godzilla 2’
The Godzilla saga continues on May 31, 2019.
‘Avatar 2’
Lots of Avatar sequels are on the slate. First up is Avatar 2, due in theaters in Dec. 18, 2020.
‘Edge of Tomorrow 2’
Emily Blunt will return in Edge of Tomorrow 2. No release date is set, but chances are it could happen by 2020.
‘High School Musical 4’
Specifics remain a bit vague, but High School Musical 4 is confirmed to be in production and should happen by 2020.
‘Indiana Jones 5’
It may be delayed, but the adventures of Indiana Jones will continue July 9, 2021.
‘Mad Max 5’
In Mad Max: The Wasteland, Max Rockatansky's adventure continues, but it's postponed right now due to a lawsuit.
‘Maleficent 2’
Angelina Jolie will return for Maleficent 2, being released on May 29, 2020.
‘Power Rangers 2’
No release date yet, but Power Rangers 2 could (and should, after low-key introducing the Green Ranger) happen by 2020.
‘The Princess Diaries 3’
If stars Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway put their minds to it, a Princess Diaries 3 could happen by 2020.
‘San Andreas 2’
Chances are high that by 2020, Dwayne Johnson will yet again have to save the world in San Andreas 2.
‘Sherlock Holmes 3’
Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law will reunite for Sherlock Holmes 3. A release date is elusive, but it could happen by 2020.
‘Star Trek 4’
Paramount confirmed that Star Trek 4 is officially happening, and for the first time ever in the Star Trek franchise, the film will be directed by a woman, S.J. Clarkson.
Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, Zoe Saldana, John Cho and Simon Pegg will all be back to reprise their roles. No release date has been confirmed, but we're hoping to see them all back on the big screen by 2020.
‘Wedding Crashers 2’
The project is still in development at this time, and word on the street is that the team behind Fist Fight is helming a Wedding Crashers sequel.
‘What We Do in the Shadows 2’
The follow-up to the hit mockumentary What We Do in the Shadows, titled We're Wolves, has no firm release date, but we could expect it by 2020.
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