new films in October 2026?

[VB]

What new films are you looking forward to seeing?

[Totally]

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (3 April)

[QuantumKnight]

Michael (24 April) is also out this month which I plan to go and see with Josh

[VB]

Definitely that project Hail Mary. Ryan Ryan gosling is in it. You can come with me if you want

[Totally]

Cheers for that. Ha, fair enough

[Quanta]

I have had mixed results with that approach. Post back with what you find and we can go from there

[QuantumDay]

I would probably do it differently. Ha, fair enough

[QuantumKnight]

Not sure that is the whole picture. Most people form opinions on things like this before the full picture is available.

I will update this thread if anything significant changes

[QuantumDay]

That is one way of looking at it. You are not wrong.

Cheers

[codeberg]

I got to the same conclusion a different way but yes. That is the sensible starting point

[QuantumDay]

That is exactly it. Ha, fair enough

[Quanta]

That is the conclusion most people land on eventually. The problem with most advice online is it assumes a clean install which most machines are not.

Worth trying before anything more drastic

[codeberg]

That is the conclusion most people land on eventually. The problem with most advice online is it assumes a clean install which most machines

Worth checking that assumption before committing to it. I have fixed more machines by doing less than by doing the obvious dramatic thing.

That is the sensible starting point

[QuantumKnight]

The initial reporting on this was all over the place. That is my read on it anyway

[RedKnight]

Exactly what I was thinking. Fitness levels at this stage of the season separate the top sides from the rest.

Ask me again in six weeks.

[codeberg]

Solid point, that matches what I ran into. I always check temperatures and disk health first before anything else.

Worked for me at least

[StuckOnDestiny]

That resonates with me. I find that the things that stay with you are rarely the ones that shout the loudest.

There is a lot more to say about this

[JayJ]

I got to the same conclusion a different way but yes. That is the sensible starting point.

Bit fiddly but that is the right approach. Turned out alright when I did it

[TheGreatMoney]

That is the sensible approach. Worth doing even if the saving is small

[Kev94]

Same here tbh. Multiplayer games live or die on whether the people you play with are decent.

Worth a try if you get the chance

[Craig]

That reading works but it loses something in the reduction. The gap between what something says and what it means is often where the most interesting stuff lives.

Really good thread this

[Connor82]

That is my read on it too. Worked for me at least.

[Cole75]

That is my read on it too. Worked for me at least.

I did not know that, good to know. I will dig into that further.

[IronWolf]

Yes, and there is more to it too. I tend to notice the things that seem almost accidental but probably are not.

Really good thread this

[Connor82]

That is my read on it too. Worked for me at least.

I have seen that go wrong in practice. The problem with most advice online is it assumes a clean install which most machines are not.

That is the sensible starting point

[TheGreatMoney]

Same here tbh. Multiplayer games live or die on whether the people you play with are decent. Worth a try if you get the chance.

Solid advice that. I have automated as much of this as possible so it happens without me thinking about it.

Every bit helps at the moment

[Pixel Mark]

That is the sensible route. Should be fine if you take your time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAUEwUhAjzg

[Kieran88]

That is the conclusion most people following it closely are landing on. From what I have seen the gap between headlines and reality is still pretty wide.

I will keep following it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=En5QZmL5R1s

[Cass82]

There is something else going on in it I think. Sometimes the value is in the details people nearly leave out.

Worth a longer look

[Plateau65]

That is my read on it too. Worked for me at least. I did not know that, good to know. I will dig into that further.

I would probably do it differently. Nice one.

[Mike80]

There's a few I'm itching to watch 

[TheRock]

I have been keeping an eye on a couple of releases, though I always try not to hype things too much these days.

There is something about going in with low expectations that makes a good film feel even better.

That said, there is one sci-fi release this April that looks promising. The trailer had just enough mystery without giving everything away, which is rare now

Curious to see if it actually delivers or just turns out to be another style-over-substance situation.

[PhotonBurst76]

I am honestly more interested in the smaller films this month than the big releases.

The big ones tend to be polished but predictable, while the smaller ones sometimes take more risks.

There is an indie drama coming out that I have heard early praise about, so that is probably top of my list.

Of course, finding a screening for it might be the real challenge

[Josh93]

I saw a trailer for one of the action films and it looked... fine.

Which is probably the most lukewarm endorsement possible

It feels like a lot of these releases are blending together lately.

Still, I will probably end up watching it anyway out of habit more than excitement.

[TomTiz]

There is something about April releases that always feels like a mixed bag. Not quite blockbuster season, but not entirely quiet either. You get a bit of everything, which can be nice if you are in the mood to explore.

I am hoping to stumble into something unexpectedly great rather than chasing the obvious picks.

[Dank]

I am looking forward to a comedy that is coming out, mainly because it actually looks like it might be funny.

That sounds like a low bar, but recent comedies have not exactly been memorable.

If it gets a few genuine laughs, I will consider it a success

Sometimes that is all you need.

[Bob69]

To be honest, I am more excited about rewatching older films than most of the new releases this month. There is a comfort in knowing something is good rather than taking a gamble. That said, I will still check out at least one new film, just in case it surprises me.

It happens occasionally.

[Lucy05]

I have a soft spot for anything with an interesting concept, even if the execution is not perfect.

There is one film this month that seems to be leaning heavily into a weird premise, and I respect that.

It might flop completely, but at least it is trying something different

That alone makes it worth a look.

[TeaSpiller]

I am a bit torn this month. There are a few films I am curious about, but none that I am genuinely excited for.

It feels like a "wait for reviews" situation. If something gets strong word of mouth, I will jump in.

Otherwise, I might sit this one out
 

[Coder53]

I think part of the fun is going in blind sometimes.

Pick something with a decent poster, avoid trailers, and just see what happens.

It does not always work out, but when it does, it feels great.

Might try that approach this April.

[BretHart_Mike]

There is one film I am cautiously optimistic about because of the director.  They have a decent track record, even if not every project lands.

Sometimes that is enough to give something a chance.

Fingers crossed it is one of their better efforts

[SchrodingersCat55]

I feel like trailers are giving away too much lately.

By the time the film comes out, you have already seen half the key moments.

It makes it harder to get excited.

So I am trying to avoid them this month, which is easier said than done.

[SpikeDudley88]

I am mostly in it for the cinema experience itself.

Even an average film can be enjoyable on the big screen with the right atmosphere. Popcorn does a lot of heavy lifting as well, if we are being honest

So I will probably go see something regardless.

[Patrick94]

There is always that one film each month that nobody talks about at first, and then suddenly everyone is recommending it.

I am hoping April has one of those.

Those are usually the most satisfying discoveries.

Let us see what emerges

[Always_David72]

I am definitely keeping an eye on a few April 2026 releases It feels like that part of the year always sneaks in some underrated gems between the big summer blockbusters.

What I like about April is you sometimes get films that are not trying too hard to be huge event movies, just solid storytelling. That is usually where the surprises are.

Anyone else notice how trailers these days reveal way too much though? It kind of kills the curiosity a bit.

[QuietObserver13]

Same here, I have a small list building already I am mostly curious about the sci-fi stuff coming out, there always seems to be one wildcard film that either flops or becomes everyone's obsession.

April is also interesting because it is not peak blockbuster season, so you get a mix of genres instead of just superhero overload.

Honestly I am just hoping for something original, feels like we have been recycling ideas a bit lately.

[David74]

I am cautiously optimistic but also slightly bracing for disappointment A lot of films look amazing in teasers and then turn out to be kind of average once they land.

That said, April usually has at least one surprise hit that nobody saw coming.

I am more interested in smaller character driven films than the big effects heavy stuff right now.

[Mesh Gareth]

There is one I am really hyped for but I will not lie, I have been burned before

Sometimes the marketing is so good you think you are about to watch a masterpiece, then it just kind of exists for two hours and fades from memory.

Still, I love that feeling of anticipation before a new release season. It is half the fun.

[Rob72]

I am actually going in with low expectations on purpose this time Makes it more enjoyable when something turns out better than expected.

April 2026 looks like one of those months where the real gems will be the ones nobody is talking about yet.

Also slightly hoping for at least one really good mid-budget thriller, we do not get enough of those anymore.

[NovaPrime90]

Low expectations is the real secret weapon. Walk in expecting nothing, walk out acting like you just discovered cinema all over again

April had a few decent surprises, nothing groundbreaking, but a couple of films that were way better than the trailers suggested.

Funny how marketing can undersell or completely misrepresent things sometimes.

[Cole75]

That strategy works until a film is actually hyped and then underdelivers anyway.

Then you end up feeling like you got tricked twice somehow.

April was a mixed bag for me, some solid mid-tier stuff but nothing that screamed "watch this immediately."

[Voyager17]

There is something oddly satisfying about going into a film blind and coming out impressed.

No expectations, no comparisons, just a decent couple of hours.

April had a few of those quiet wins if you picked the right ones.

[Sharon79]

Most of the April releases felt like filler between bigger seasons.

Not bad, just not memorable either.

Perfect for a casual watch, forgettable by the next week

[MidTable]

That low expectation mindset is basically emotional insurance.

Worst case, the film is exactly as average as expected.

Best case, it feels like a hidden gem you "discovered" yourself

[Sequence]

Some April films had that vibe where you could tell they were trying something interesting but did not quite stick the landing.

Still more enjoyable than safe, predictable stuff though.

[Molly76]

There is always that one film each month that sneaks under the radar and ends up being the best one.

April had at least one of those if you looked past the obvious releases.

Those are always the most fun to talk about after.

[Cobalt Pilgrim]

Going in with low expectations is great until everyone else starts hyping something after you have already decided not to care.

Then suddenly there is pressure again

April was decent overall, just not unforgettable.

[Runner]

Sequels are a difficult one for me this year. Part of me wants to see the big established franchises because there is usually a reason they became popular, but another part is desperate for something completely original. A film does not need ten years of backstory before I can care about the characters.

The best surprises are often the films that barely register before release. You go in expecting nothing, discover that the writing is sharp and the cast has chemistry, and suddenly you are recommending it to everyone. Meanwhile the film that had the giant marketing campaign ends up being the one you cannot remember six weeks later.

So my April watchlist is deliberately loose. A couple of obvious choices, then whatever gets good reactions from people whose taste I trust. That tends to work better than building a list entirely from studio trailers.

[RayOfLight31]

The horror releases are usually the ones I keep an eye on because April can produce some surprisingly good ones. Give me a creepy film with a clever premise over another predictable jump-scare machine and I am happy.

That said, the real test is whether the atmosphere survives outside the cinema. Some films are brilliant with a huge screen, decent sound and a dark room, then seem considerably less frightening when you are watching them at home with the lights on and a cup of tea beside you.

Would definitely be interested in hearing what everyone has on their shortlist, particularly anything that is not getting much publicity yet.

[Protocol]

There is a dangerous phase after a film gets hyped where suddenly everyone online is declaring it a masterpiece before most people have even seen it. That can put me off more than a bad review does. I would rather hear that something is entertaining, weird, disappointing or surprisingly good and decide for myself.

The cinema experience still makes the big-screen releases worth trying, though. Even an average film can be fun when the audience is into it, and a genuinely great one can become a memorable night out. Conversely, nothing kills a tense scene quite like somebody checking their phone in the row in front of you.

April could be a good month for taking a few chances, so I am keeping an eye on recommendations rather than committing to one must-see. If something unexpected turns up and people start saying, "You need to see this," that is usually enough to get me through the cinema doors.

[FluxKnight80]

April looks like one of those months where I am more interested in the smaller releases than the obvious blockbuster. A good thriller or character-driven drama can be a much better cinema night than another two-and-a-half-hour effects marathon.

There is also something satisfying about going in with almost no expectations and coming out thinking, "That was actually great." The trouble is avoiding trailers beforehand, because these days they can practically give you the whole film in three minutes.

Anything with a strong word-of-mouth reputation will probably get my attention, especially if it is the sort of film that gives you something to talk about afterwards rather than being forgotten before you reach the car.

[SpikeDudley]

April seems packed with the kind of releases that could make a cinema trip feel worthwhile even without a giant franchise logo overhead. The smaller thrillers and character dramas are especially tempting because they tend to leave room for atmosphere, awkward conversations, and genuinely surprising choices instead of racing from one spectacle to the next.

That said, I would not rule out the obvious blockbuster completely. A big-screen adventure can still be exactly what the doctor ordered after a long week, particularly if the action is designed for the cinema rather than padded with effects. The best month would give us both: one loud, ridiculous film with excellent popcorn energy and one quieter movie that stays in your head on the journey home.

The real challenge will be finding out which of the smaller releases are actually getting a decent theatrical run. They often appear at a handful of cinemas, then vanish before word of mouth has time to build. Checking local listings a few days ahead seems essential, especially for anything from a newer director or an international distributor.

A good double bill could be the answer: thoughtful thriller first, blockbuster second, followed by an overly serious debate about which film had the better ending. That is practically a cinema tradition at this point

[QubitZero]

Sequels are a funny one because familiarity can be either a selling point or a warning sign. If the filmmakers have a genuinely new idea, I am interested, but if the entire pitch is basically "remember that thing from ten years ago?" then enthusiasm drops pretty quickly. Nostalgia is lovely, but it cannot carry a two-hour movie by itself.

[CaptainCipher10]

The interesting thing about a packed month is that films do not necessarily have to compete directly. Someone looking for a comedy, a horror fan and somebody wanting a serious drama can all have completely different favourites from the same release schedule. That makes April feel more useful than a month where every major release is another variation of the same superhero formula.

[Gareth_11]

A strong thriller would get my vote. Not necessarily a massive action film, just something with a good premise and enough tension to justify seeing it on a big screen. Horror works particularly well for that because half the fun is hearing an entire room react at once.

[Layla86]

There is also something to be said for going to a matinee. Cheaper ticket, quieter auditorium and you still have the entire evening afterwards. If the film turns out to be terrible, at least you have not sacrificed your Saturday night for it. If it is brilliant, you get to spend the rest of the day thinking about it.

[TokenStreamMargin]

The smaller films are what I am watching for. Big franchises usually advertise themselves for months, whereas a good mid-budget film can appear with barely any warning and end up being the one everyone talks about afterwards. There is something satisfying about walking into a cinema knowing very little and coming out thinking you have found a gem.

[Leo]

The practical approach is probably to check the local cinema rather than relying entirely on national release lists. Smaller films sometimes get plenty of screenings in one area and almost none in another, and special screenings can appear at short notice. A film can technically be released in April while your nearest cinema decides it would rather show the same blockbuster for the fiftieth time

[Aisha98]

There is a case for waiting until the second weekend before deciding what to see. Opening-night hype can make almost anything sound essential, while word of mouth after a few days gives you a better idea of whether the film actually delivers. The downside is that if everyone agrees it is brilliant, the convenient showings suddenly disappear

[Gareth_11]

I would not rule out the obvious franchise films either. There is nothing wrong with wanting a giant screen, ridiculous sound effects and a plot that requires approximately three postgraduate degrees in fictional universe history. Sometimes you just want to switch your brain off for two hours and enjoy the spectacle.

[KernelKnight79]

April looks like one of those months where the best cinema choice might depend more on mood than hype. A big spectacle is always tempting, but a smaller drama or thriller can be a much better evening if the reviews are strong. The sensible plan is probably to pick one big release and leave room for a couple of surprises rather than filling the calendar before seeing what actually lands

[Rosie96]

April is also a decent month for catching up on anything you missed earlier in the year. Cinemas sometimes have a quieter week where you can finally see that film everyone recommended three months ago. My wallet definitely prefers this approach because two cinema tickets, drinks and snacks somehow require a small mortgage these days.

[Eagle84]

The smaller releases also benefit from the cinema atmosphere more than people sometimes realise. A quiet character drama might look perfectly fine on a television, but sitting in a dark room with no notifications and nowhere else to be can make it much easier to get absorbed. That alone is worth the ticket price every so often

[BretHart_Mike]

A good mystery would be high on my list. Those are much more enjoyable when you know as little as possible beforehand, so I have started avoiding trailers that explain half the plot. Give me a poster, a vague premise and a decent cast, then let the film do the work.

[Undertaker_EU]

Animated films are another category I would keep an eye on. A good animated movie can work for kids without talking down to adults, and the cinema experience really helps with the visuals and sound. Plus, nobody judges you for ordering a ridiculous amount of popcorn when you are technically accompanying a child.

[Elliot95]

For me the deciding factor is runtime. A three-hour film can be brilliant, but sometimes you just want to leave work, eat something, watch two hours of story and get home before midnight. Give me a tightly edited 110-minute thriller and I am already checking showtimes

[UniversalMitchell15]

Whatever ends up being worth seeing, I am glad there seems to be some variety rather than every release fighting over exactly the same audience. A good month at the cinema should offer choices: something spectacular, something funny, something unsettling and something thoughtful. Then the hardest part is deciding whether the £15 ticket is justified by the film or by the snacks. Usually the snacks win

[Sting]

The best April cinema experience might end up being something nobody is talking about in this thread yet. That happens surprisingly often. One film gets all the marketing, another gets the reviews and then some completely unexpected little release becomes the one people recommend to friends for months. Keeping a bit of room for those surprises is probably the smartest strategy