It’s blockbuster season: June movie preview

Kick off June the right way with these new big-screen releases. Scroll down to learn what movies are coming up and how to make sure you’re there and square – with popcorn.

The How to Train Your Dragon cinematic universe soars to new heights with a live-action remake of the 2010 original. Rest assured, Toothless looks as cute as ever. While it has a grittier feel than the animated classic, it’s still rated PG, making it a solid choice for both younger audiences and parents who already cherish the story.

From the director of Past Lives comes a rom-com with an unexpected premise: Dakota Johnson is an NYC matchmaker stuck in a love triangle between her troubled ex (Chris Evans) and a charming multimillionaire (Pedro Pascal). This star-packed cast will make you question marriage, money, and love. Get ready for a rom-com that means business and maybe breaks a few hearts along the way.

What’s more “summer break" than a Pixar movie? Elio, the studio’s newest creation, is a story about belonging. Young Elio’s dream is to get beamed up to space; his mother’s dream is for him to make a friend. Glordon, a worm-like alien, is the answer to both. The plot thickens when Elio is mistaken as Earth's galactic representative, and an invasion looms near.

Guess who’s back? In the first film, M3GAN was an AI doll programmed to watch over Cady, a young orphan. Things took a sour turn when M3GAN’s overprotectiveness led to bloodshed. With this sequel, Universal pivots the franchise from horror to sci-fi action. Somebody has stolen M3GAN’s design to make a dangerous android, Amelia, who has no desire to obey. There’s only one doll who can stand up to her.

Strap in for a wild ride – a Formula 1 movie from the director of Top Gun: Maverick. Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) isn't just a has-been in the world of F1 – he’s a never-was. When he gets the chance to prove otherwise, it all depends on whether he can cooperate with a talented rookie. Expect high stakes, fast cars, and emotional depth to match.