Summer 2026 Box Office Preview: The Biggest Blockbusters of June, July, and August

Jesse Hassenger

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Summary

Analysis of the summer 2026 movie season, focusing on the ten biggest releases of June, July, and August. The article examines which blockbusters are expected to dominate the box office and which might underperform, following a surprisingly strong May 2026 where films like The Devil Wears Prada 2 exceeded expectations. It provides a guide to upcoming releases and their box office potential.

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May 2026 was one of the weirdest, wildest box office months in recent summer-movie history

The first month of the summer movie season was defined by movies performing far beyond expectations

The Devil Wears Prada 2 was expected to do well, but it was also the first summer-kickoff movie in ages — maybe ever? –—without any connection to the action, fantasy

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Here’s a handy guide to the ten biggest releases of June, July, and August.