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Upcoming Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Superhero Releases: A thorough Guide
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A look ahead at the future of major franchises including Star Wars, Star Trek, the DC Universe, and Doctor Who, as of October 5, 2025.
last updated: October 5, 2025, 22:54:38 UTC
Star Wars
Details regarding future Star Wars projects remain somewhat shrouded in mystery, but several films are in progress.As of late 2024, Lucasfilm announced a slate of films, though release dates are fluid. ReyS new Jedi Order is expected to be a central focus of the next cinematic trilogy, beginning with a film directed by sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, slated for release in 2026 according to Gizmodo. James mangold is also developing a film exploring the origins of the Jedi, and Dave Filoni is working on a project that will culminate the storylines from The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Ahsoka.
Star Trek
Star Trek is experiencing a renaissance across multiple platforms. Star Trek: picard has concluded, but new series are continually being developed for Paramount+. Star trek: Revelation concluded in 2024.Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is currently the flagship series, with a fourth season confirmed as reported by Gizmodo. A Section 31 film starring Michelle Yeoh is also in development, though its release date remains uncertain. Further expansion of the Star Trek universe is expected with potential spin-offs and limited series.
The DC Universe on Film and TV
the DC Universe is undergoing a major overhaul under the leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran. The new DC Universe (DCU) officially launched in 2025 with Superman, starring David Corenswet as Superman and rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane as detailed by Gizmodo. This film serves as the foundation for a connected universe of films and television series.
Key upcoming projects include:
- The Brave and the Bold (2027): A Batman film introducing the Bat-Family.
- Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (2026): A standalone Supergirl film.
- Swamp Thing (HBO Max, 2025): A horror-infused series.
- Waller (HBO Max, 2025): A series focusing on Amanda Waller.
The previous DC Extended Universe (DCEU) is being phased out, with some projects continuing as part of an Elseworlds initiative, separate from the main DCU continuity.
Doctor Who
Doctor Who continues its long-running legacy with Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor. The show returned in 2023 with a series of specials and a new season in 2024, and is expected to continue with annual seasons according to Gizmodo. Russell T Davies returned as showrunner, revitalizing the series with a fresh approach.
Future storylines are expected to explore the Doctor’
