2025 might have fewer caped crusaders on the calendar than past years, but it still boasts an exciting lineup of superhero movies 2025 from Marvel and DC — plus a couple of independent surprises. Fans can look forward to several Marvel movies 2025 in theaters, the launch of James Gunn’s new Superman for DC, and even a cult-classic reboot. Below is a complete, well-researched list of 2025 comic book movies (theatrical and streaming platforms) with their release dates and what fans can expect from each.

Marvel Studios – Marvel Movies in 2025

Marvel Studios is delivering three major Marvel Cinematic Universe films in 2025. All are slated for theatrical release (eventually streaming on Disney+ after their runs). Here are the MCU movies and their superhero movie release dates for 2025:

Captain America: Brave New World (Marvel Studios)

• ‍Release Date: February 14, 2025 (Theatrical).

Anthony Mackie headlines his first film as Captain America, with Sam Wilson fully picking up the mantle after the events of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. This installment sees Cap facing a new global threat – including the return of the villainous Leader (last seen in The Incredible Hulk) – and teaming up with allies old and new. Notably, Harrison Ford joins the MCU as Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross (stepping in for the late William Hurt) and is expected to transform into Red Hulk, adding extra hype for Marvel fans.

Thunderbolts* (Marvel Studios)  

• ‍Release Date: May 2, 2025 (Theatrical).

The asterisk in the title is official, though Marvel hasn’t revealed its meaning. Thunderbolts* brings together an ensemble of former villains and antiheroes from past MCU stories – Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Taskmaster, U.S. Agent, and Ghost – all recruited by the shadowy Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) to tackle dangerous missions. Billed as a darker team-up, this film is essentially Marvel’s answer to the Suicide Squad, promising an unpredictable dynamic as these misfit characters unite for a common cause.

Fantastic Four: First Steps (Marvel Studios)

• ‍Release Date: July 25, 2025 (Theatrical).

Marvel’s First Family finally makes its MCU debut in a retro-styled adventure. Set against a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic backdrop, the Fantastic Four introduces Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm as they face their most daunting challenge yet – a cosmic threat from the world-devouring Galactus and his mysterious herald, the Silver Surfer. Fans can expect a mix of family dynamics and epic cosmic action, as the team balances heroics with their close family bond while defending Earth from annihilation. (Matt Shakman, director of WandaVision, is at the helm of this highly anticipated reboot.)

DC Studios – Upcoming DC Movies in 2025

Warner Bros. and DC are kicking off a new era in 2025. James Gunn and Peter Safran’s rebooted DC Universe (DCU) officially begins, although a few planned projects have shifted around. (For instance, Matt Reeves’ The Batman Part II was originally slated for October 2025 but has been pushed to 2027.) That leaves one flagship upcoming DC movie on the 2025 schedule:

Superman: Legacy (DC Studios / Warner Bros.)

• ‍Release Date: July 11, 2025 (Theatrical).

Director James Gunn reintroduces Superman to cinemas with a fresh start that is not an origin story. The film follows a younger Clark Kent (played by David Corenswet) as he balances his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing, embodying the classic “truth, justice, and the American Way” optimism in a modern world. Superman: Legacy will establish the tone of the new DCU, aiming for a hopeful, inspirational vibe. The cast features Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, among others. DC fans can expect a heartfelt, heroic take on the Man of Steel that sets the stage for Gunn’s connected universe of films.

Sony’s Spider-Man Universe – 2025 Outlook

Sony Pictures, which produces films centered on Spider-Man characters (separate from Marvel Studios’ MCU), is actually taking a breather in 2025. There are no major theatrical releases from Sony’s Marvel universe on the calendar this year. The animated sequel Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse — originally expected in 2024 — has been delayed and reportedly has “no plans” to release in 2025. Likewise, any potential live-action projects (such as a Tom Holland Spider-Man 4 or other spin-offs) remain unscheduled. This makes 2025 a quiet year for Sony’s comic book universe, before an expected resurgence of Spidey-related films in subsequent years.

Independent & Other Superhero Films in 2025

Aside from the Marvel and DC juggernauts, a couple of other notable superhero-themed movies are slated for 2025 – including an offbeat reboot and a darker comic adaptation:

The Toxic Avenger (Legendary Entertainment)

• ‍Release Date: August 29, 2025 (Theatrical).

The cult classic gets a modern makeover in this horror-comedy superhero flick, which is a reimagining of Troma Entertainment’s 1984 B-movie. Peter Dinklage stars as Winston, a downtrodden janitor who, after a freak toxic-waste accident, is transformed into a hideously disfigured yet oddly lovable vigilante known as “Toxie.” Armed with a mop and superhuman strength, he starts splattering bad guys in defense of his family and town – in gleefully gory fashion. The reboot aims to preserve the original’s over-the-top, gross-out humor while delivering a more mainstream (but still rowdy) story that both longtime Troma fans and newcomers can enjoy. Expect outrageous splatter, dark laughs, and surprisingly heartfelt moments amid the mayhem.

Spawn (Blumhouse Productions)

• ‍Release Date: TBA 2025 (Theatrical).

Todd McFarlane’s dark antihero Spawn is set to return in a new film from Blumhouse, with the studio eyeing a 2025 debut. This reboot has been long in development — Oscar-winner Jamie Foxx was at one point attached to star as Al Simmons / Spawn — and it promises a gritty, R-rated spin on the comic. Plot details are under wraps, but producer Jason Blum has confirmed the team is “standing by” a 2025 release plan. The tone is expected to be much darker than typical superhero fare; McFarlane hinted it will land “in between the vibe of The Boys and a traditional horror movie,” suggesting a blend of super-powered action with horror-thriller edge. If all goes according to plan, Spawn will close out 2025 as one of the most mature and intense superhero movies of the year.

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Each of these 2025 superhero films offers something different – from the continuation of the Marvel saga and a new beginning for DC’s icons, to offbeat and adult-oriented takes on the genre. Whether you’re a Marvel maniac, a DC die-hard, or just love comic book movies, 2025’s lineup has a little something for every fan to look forward to. Enjoy the superhero show!