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Best Movies of 2018: Top 10 and January to December List

By Novak Bozovic / December 20, 2017

The year isn’t over yet and we have already seen a number of captivating movies already. Many of us have already picked the best movies of 2017. But, as we ready ourselves for the big holidays, the New Year is peeking through the curtains. And that means there is a ton of movies waiting for us on the other side of the New Year. We are all excited all it. And aren’t you too? Therefore, let's take a look at the best movies of 2018.

2018 is the year of big cinema. Right from the likes of Avengers: Infinity Wars and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and from X-Men: The Phoenix to Mission Impossible 6, we have tons of big-ticket cinema coming in. So we thought of giving you a heads up and telling you about all the new titles in advance.

10 Best Movies of 2018: Full List and Top Flicks

Hollywood has made its mind. It’s throwing us big wonders in 2018. All of us can plan better if we know what is coming out when. And if you are preoccupied on most weekends, read through our top 10 movies list of 2018 before the full, monthly list of movies in 2018.

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom Best Movies of 2018
Release Date June 22, 2018
Director J. A. Bayona
Cast Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jeff Goldblum

Grandeur, thrilling action, and awe-inspiring creatures – just the things we have come to expect from anything Jurassic. The latest in line to join the list is Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. The action movie is directed by J.A. Bayona and will be the sequel to the 2015 Jurassic World. The highlight of the movie is Steven Spielberg, who becomes an executive producer for this movie. The plot is built in the aftermath of the demise of Isla Nublar. After the theme park is put to ashes, the dinosaurs claim the island.

Four years after the Isla Nublar accident, a volcanic eruption breaks outputting the existence of the dinosaurs in threat. Claire Departing, formerly the manager of the park, is now the founder of the Dinosaur Protection Group. Owen Grady comes back to the fray as he is recruited by Claire to lead the rescue. A significant part of Owen’s journey is about relocating Blue. Blue was the only remaining raptor that he trained at the park. The plot thickens as Claire and Owen unearth a life-threating conspiracy against both humans and dinosaurs.

Avengers: Infinity War

Avengers Infinity War Best Movies of 2018
Release Date May 4, 2018
Director Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Cast Rob, Chris Evans, Chris Pratt, Scarlett Johansson

Avengers: Infinity War is a little different from the other Avenger movies in terms of prejudice. For the Infinity War, some knowledge into the premise of the movie will do any viewer a lot of good. The movie takes you to a point that is placed four years after Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2. At this time, the Avengers are divided from what happened in Captain America: Civil War. Thanos makes his way to the Earth in search of the Infinity Stones.

If Thanos gets the Infinity Stones, he will have the power to bend reality according to his will. To save the Earth from the imminent wrath of Thanos, the Avengers will have to team up with Guardians of the Galaxy. Yes, that means Chris Pratt will be on the same screen with Robert Downey, Jr. and we can’t wait to watch. The Infinity War might leave all of us in splits: both because of the action and the timing. While the first installment releases in 2018, we will have to wait another year for the war to end.

Solo: A Star Wars Story

Solo A Star Wars Story Best Movies of 2018
Release Date May 25, 2018
Director Ron Howard
Cast Al den Ehrenreich, Emilia Clarke, Donald Grover

Almost everyone is still immersed in the spectacle that was Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Critics might have contrasting opinions on the exact quantification of success. But we are sure of one thing: there’s going to be another Star Wars Movie in 2018. Solo: A Star Wars Story isn’t exactly a part of the routine – it is based on the life of Han Solo. One of the most dashing characters of the series, Han Solo is the first to get a spinoff.

The movie is set prior to whatever happened in the 1977 Star Wars movie. The film follows the life of a young Han Solo, mostly when he wasn’t a part of the galactic action. Alden Ehrenreich is Han Solo and the cast also includes Emilia Clarke and Woody Harrelson. Set in the same universe as Star Wars, the movie gives us a glimpse into the adventures of Chewbacca and Han Solo. The plot also includes their meeting with Lando Calrissian. This is one movie all of us wished for!

X-Men: Dark Phoenix

X-Men Dark Phoenix Best Movies of 2018
Release Date November 2, 2018
Director Simon Kinberg
Cast Sophie Turner, Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain

Before anything else, let’s get the count right. X-Men: Dark Phoenix is the thirteenth X-Men movie to release. What’s more? It is the first of a new trilogy! While a movie has an ensemble cast, some routine performers of the series will be dearly missed. Director Simon Kinberg promises us a totally new challenge for the X-Men. The Dark Phoenix will be in its full power and must also fight the Shi’ar empire of aliens.

You can see a majority of the cast coming down from the X-Men: Apocalypse that was released in 2016. So we can expect a great mix of new and old faces in the movie. Dark Phoenix is set in the ‘90s, some ten years after the Apocalypse. There are references to the storyline of The Dark Phoenix Saga. All this happens while they try to fight off an alien empress!

Mission Impossible: 6

Mission Impossible 6 Best Movies of 2018
Release Date July 27, 2018
Director Christopher McQuarrie
Cast Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson, Henry Cavill

Mission: Impossible 6 is an American Spy film co-produced, directed, and written by Christopher McQuarrie. The sixth installment in the Mission: Impossible line of movies, MI 6 stars Rebecca Ferguson and Tom Cruise. The movie will be released in the last week of July 2018. MI: 6 will also be the first film in the series to be released in 3D. Surprisingly, not much is known about the plot of the movie at the moment.

Around August 2016, we heard reports that there was a halt in the pre-production routine of the movie. There was a reported dispute of salary between Cruise and the studio. But all of us received good news earlier this year that all is well between Cruise and the production. That means we will soon be treated to a delectable Cruise action. The stunts are on! It's easy to see that MI:6 will be one of the best movies of 2018 - at least when it comes to action.   

Ocean’s Eight

Oceans Eight Best Movies of 2018
Release Date June 8, 2018
Director Gary Ross
Cast Rihanna, Sandra Bullock, Anne Hathaway

George Clooney is the one man who can shape the career of just about any movie. In Ocean’s Eight, George Clooney does not feature himself. He serves as a producer. But the movie itself has a link to the original trilogy. In that, Ocean’s Eight is both a spinoff and a sequel to the original Oceans (cheers to that)! The movie will be released on June 8, 2018, and is piped to be among the hottest cinematic adventures of 2018.

Out of the blue, the plot looks promising. Debbie Ocean is the estranged sister of Danny Ocean. She attempts a heroic heist at the Met Gala in New York City. She pauses and looks to bring onboard an invincible crew. Incoming Lou (Cate Blanchett), Rose (Heena Bonham Carter), Daphne (Anne Hathaway), and Nine (Rihanna). Of course, more boys and girls join in as people look at what could be the most cinematic heist of the year.

Ant-Man and The Wasp

Ant-Man and the Wasp Best Movies of 2018
Release Date July 6, 2018
Director Peyton Reed
Cast Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lily, Michael Douglas

There’s Ant-Man, there’s Wasp, and there is action. That is just about the summary of the Ant-Man action movie we are about to watch in 2018. Paul Rudd is Ant-Man again. And Evangeline Lilly comes to the fore as the Wasp. If you have seen the first Ant-Man movie already, you would know about Paul’s character. Let’s throw some light on the Wasp. She is the daughter of Janet van Dyne and Hank Pym.

Hope van Dyne gets a suit similar to her mother’s. That means she is now a full-grown fighter who is out there to challenge injustice. The movie plot again takes off from the events after Captain America: Civil War. He is trying to be a good father when he is presented with a new mission by van Dyne and her father. That is when the action ensues as Ant-Man pairs up with the new Wasp.

Fifty Shades Freed

Fifty Shades Freed Best Movies of 2018
Release Date February 9, 2018
Director James Foley
Cast jmie Dornan, Dakota Johnson, Rita Ora

We know when and how the demand for borderline erotica has made it to mainstream cinema. Fifty Shades of Grey received all kinds of reactions from cinema watchers all over. It was a kind of success that even the makers did not hope for. The sequel to that, Fifty Shades Darker did not turn out to be half as impressive. And that is exactly why the third installment, Fifty Shades Freed becomes especially relevant.

The plot of the erotic romantic drama has been written by Niall Leonard and directed by James Foley. Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan come back to their own routines as Anastasia and Christian. The movie starts with the events of Fifty Shades Darker. The couple is now married. But there is a danger for Ana as her former boss swears revenge on her.

Love, Simon

Love Simon Best Movies of 2018
Release Date March 16, 2018
Director J. A. Bayona
Cast Nick Robinson, Katherine Langford, Miles Heizer

When the heart is pumped with all the action happening on the big screen, a simple story of a simple man is coming for you. Simon’s story is set to be complicated – no one yet understands that he is gay. And he does not know the identity of his classmate that has wowed him online. As Simon takes on the challenge of resolving both of these issues simultaneously, a lot of chaos follows.

Directed by Greg Berlanti, Love, Simon is not your typical big budget movie. But it promises to be one of those movies that add a rose petal for the entire year. As a 17-year old shy and gay person, Simon searches the balance among his family, friends, and someone who threatens to break open his sexuality before the whole school. We are eager to see how Simon fights back.

Black Panther

Black Panther Best Movies of 2018
Release Date February 16, 2018
Director Ryan Coogler
Cast Chadwick Boseman, Lupita Nyong'o, Michael B. Jordan

Another Marvel character gets a superhero movie. Black Panther is the eighteenth movie in the Marvel cinematic universe. Directed by Ryan Coogler, the story is about the homecoming of T’Challa as the king of Wakanda. But the king gets an open challenge from one of his long-time adversaries. A threatening fight brews between the two – one with global consequences. As you would expect from any Marvel movie, there is action galore in this one too!

Like other Marvel releases of 2018, the story of Black Panther starts after Captain America: Civil War. The king T’Challa finds his way back to home. A couple of enemies team up to challenge the king and his sovereignty. T’Challa finds help from CIA and Wakanda’s special army. Together, they must fight back lest there should be a world war.

Watch New Movies - Every Month, Every Week!

Not yet convinced that 2018 will be one of the better years for cinema lovers? Here's an in-depth guide to movies that will be released throughout the next year.

January

New Year - new you. Make sure to start 2018 in the best way possible. If you're a fan of horror movies, several interesting surprises await.

January 5

Day of the Dead: Bloodline Molly’s Game Insidious: The Last Key
Devil’s Gate The Strange Ones Surge of Power: Revenge of the Sequel
Stratton Goldbuster Blame

January 12

The Commuter Proud Mary The Post
Paddington 2 November Humor Me
Acts of Violence Inside Condorito
Freak Show The Polka King Vazante

January 19

12 Strong Forever My Girl The Midnight Man
Mary and the Witch’s Flower The Road Movie Mom and Dad
Ridge Runners The Final Year Small Town Crime

January 26

Arctic Justice Thunder Squad Maze Runner: The Death Cure Primal Rage
Please Stand By Have a Nice Day American Folk
The Competition A Ciambra The Insult

February

Those of you who love the Fify Sheeds of Gray trilogy will enjoy this February. Let's check out some of the best movies of 2018.

February 1

Driving While Black

February 2

Winchester Cloverfield 2017 BILAL: New Breed of Hero
Armed A Fantastic Woman

February 9

The 15:17 to Paris Fifty Shades Freed Peter Rabbit
Entanglement The Female Brain

 February 16

Early Man Black Panther Poop Talk
Samson Loveless Nostalgia
The Party

February 23

Every Day Annihilation Game Night
The Lodgers War with Grandpa

March

It seems like March will be a month filled with amazing action. Here's what you can expect to be released in cinemas.

March 2

Alpha Red Sparrow Death Wish
Foxtrot Genome Alone

March 9

Strangers: Prey at Night A Wrinkle in Time Gringo
The Hurricane Heist The Upside Thoroughbreds

March 16

Tomb Raider Untitled A24 Horror Movie Love, Simon
Flower 7 Days in Entebbe Sweet Country
I Can Only Imagine Sweet Country What They Had

March 23

Pacific Ring: Uprising Midnight Sun Isle of Dogs
Sherlock Gnomes Unsane Action Point
Final Portrait

March 30

Acrimony Ready Player One Lean on Pete

April

April of 2018 is a mixed bag of different genres. Check out the best movies of 2018 that will be released once the spring starts to arrive.

April 6

A Quiet Place Blockers Show Dogs
You Were Never Really Here Chappaquiddick

April 13

The Miracle Season The New Mutants Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero
The Rider Beirut Surge of Power: Revenge of the Sequel

April 18

This is Our Land

April 20

Super Troopers 2 Rampage Overboard
Duck Duck Goose Dolphins The House of Tomorrow
Game Over, Man! Tully

April 27

Traffik Truth or Dare Disobedience
Untitled A24 Horror Movie II Selfie Dad

May

Needless to say - May offers amazing sci-fi action. If you're a fan of Marvel's movies, you're in for a big treat. There's also an all-new Star Wars movie on the horizon.

May 4

Avengers: Infinity Wars The Guardians Animal Crackers

May 11

Life of the Party Where’d You Go, Bernadette,

May 18

Slenderman A Star is Born Anders Manor
Cuba

May 25

Solo: A Star Wars Story

June

Here are the best movies of 2018 that will be released in July. The fun begins with Deadpool 2 and continues with the all-new Jurassic World.

June 1

Deadpool 2

June 8

Ocean’s Eight Won’t You Be My Neighbor

 June 15

The Incredibles 2 Untitled Entertainment Studios Tag
On Chesil beach

June 22

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

June 29

Uncle Drew I feel Pretty Valley Girl
Soldado

July

July will be a very interesting month. Several movies that we think are going to be the best movies of 2018 await - including action, comedy, and sci-fi.

July 4

The Purge: The Island

July 6

The Spy Who Dumped Me Ant-Man and the Wasp

July 13

Skyscraper Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation The Nun

July 20

Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again Alita: Battle Angel

July 27

Mission Impossible 6 Teen Titans GO To the Movies

August

At the moment, there aren't that many movies planned for August. After all, this is the season of vacations. Still, there are more than a few interesting picks.

August 3

The Equalizer 2 The Predator Tyler Perry’s Madea Family Funeral
Christopher Robin

August 8

Barbie

August 10

The Meg Scarface Anne Hathaway/Rebel Wilson’s Untitled Comedy

August 17

White Boy Rick Crazy Rich Asians The Happytime Murders
Captive State The Seconds

August 24

Cavader

August 31

The Little Stranger Kin

September

Back to school could also mean - back to cinemas. Here are the best movies of 2018 that you can watch in September.

September 7

Untitled Line Horror Film

September 14

Fighting with My Family Darkest Minds

September 21

Goosebumps Horrorland Robin Hood The House with a Clock in Its Walls

September 28

The Kid Who Would Be King Night School Smallfoot
Boy Erased

October

Perhaps the most interesting title to be released in October is - Venom. Starring Tom Hardy, we are sure we'll get plenty of sci-fi action.

October 5

Bad Times at the El Royale Venom

October 12

Hellfest First Man

October 19

Jungle Book Halloween The Girl in the Spider’s Web
Can You Ever Forgive Me

October 26

Overlord

November

The year isn't over yet. Here are the best movies of 2018 to be released in November.

November 2

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms X-Men: Dark Phoenix Mary, Queen of Scots
Untitled Paramount Event Film

November 9

Holmes & Watson Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas

November 15

Conundrum: Secret Among Finds

November 16

Widows Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

November 21

Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 Creed 2 Marwencol

December

We will end the next year with some amazing titles. Without any doubts, the best movies of 2018 will include titles like the all-new Spider-Man and Aquaman.

December 14

Mortal Engines Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

December 21

Aquaman Bumblebee

December 22

Crooked House

December 25

Bohemian Rhapsody Mary Poppy Returns Xmas WB Event Film (Untitled)

Final Words

There's a lot on all of our plates during the next year. Almost every week of the new year is going to be packed with some big ticket releases. If you are looking to watch these movies regularly, it might not be a bad idea to get an Amazon Prime membership. Also, some movies might be available on Netflix exclusively. So be mindful of that as well.

Which movie is on your bucket list? Did your favorite pick miss our Top 10 list? Let us know in the comment section below.



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