From Superman to Smurfs: 5 must-watch movies this July

From Superman to Smurfs: From the exciting action of DC and Marvel to vibrant animations, Patriot lists five movies to watch in July. Whether it’s children, friends seeking a fun outing, or families looking for quality time, this month’s releases have something for everyone.

Superman

James Gunn’s Superman has been a long-awaited movie for all superhero fans. This is the second reboot of the Superman movies, following the character of Clark Kent and his double life as a journalist and superhero.

Genre: Superhero, action

Release date: July 11

Cast: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult

Director: James Gunn

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Nikita Roy

Nikita Roy is an author and investigator who debunks occurrences of supernatural events. However, she faces a case that changes her entire worldview.

Genre: Supernatural, thriller

Release date: July 18

Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Arjun Rampal, Paresh Rawal

Director: Kussh Sinha

Smurfs

Based on the Belgian comic series The Smurfs, this movie is a reboot of the film franchise by the same name. The animated movie follows Smurfette as she goes on a journey to save Papa Smurf from the evil wizard Gargamel.

Genre: Animation, fantasy

Release date: July 18

Cast: Rihanna, James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel

Director: Chris Miller

I Know What You Did Last Summer – 4

The fourth instalment of the franchise I Know What You Did Last Summer takes place 27 years after the second movie. After five friends accidentally kill a pedestrian, they try to cover their tracks and move on with their lives. However, when a serial killer starts sending them messages, they fall into trouble.

Genre: Slasher, thriller

Release date: July 18

Cast: Jennifer Hewitt, Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders

Director: Jennifer Robinson

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Fantastic Four: First Steps

In a retro-futuristic version of Earth in a parallel universe, scientist Reed Richards and his team must protect their world from the planet-destroying being Galactus and his messenger, the Silver Surfer.

Genre: Superhero, action

Release date: July 25

Cast: Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn

Director: Matt Shakman

Compiled by Mokshita Guha Gautam