The film lineup for the month is expected to be far more balanced than in recent December when one movie completely dominated the schedule.

Here we are with the 12 big movies that will hit the theaters in December 2023. Let’s have a look.

The Boy and the Heron

Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

Release Date: December, 4

Cast: Soma Santoki, Masaki Suda, Kô Shibasaki

What is the Movie About?

Twelve-year-old Mahito (Luca Padovan) finds adjusting to life in his new town difficult after losing his mother. 

Mahito goes to another realm to find his mother after hearing from a talking heron (Robert Pattinson) that she is still alive.

Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé

Genre: Documentary, Music

Release Date: December, 1

Cast: Beyoncé, Blue Ivy Carter, Diana Ross

What is the Movie About?

The concert video from AMC Theatres Distribution, named for her album from 2022, is expected to include concert footage and extra “documentary” material from behind the scenes. 

Numerous of the R&B/pop icon’s most outstanding singles, such as “Crazy in Love,” “Formation,” “Love on Top,” and “Run the World,” are performed.

Wonka

Genre: Fantasy, Musical 

Release Date: December, 15

Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Gustave Die, Murray McArthur

What is the Movie About?

The musical fantasy by Warner Bros. narrates the beginnings of the eccentric confectioner Willy Wonka, who was first made famous in the 1964 novel by Roald Dahl, then by Gene Wilder in the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and finally by Johnny Depp in the 2005 film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. 

When Willy sets off on one of his most extraordinary adventures, he joins the Oompa-Loompas.

Rebel Moon

Genre: Action, Fantasy

Release Date: December, 15

Cast: Sofia Boutella, Charlie Hunnam, Ed Skrein

What is the Movie About?

The troops of a despotic force threaten the peaceful colony on the outer limits of space. 

Their best chance is a mysterious young woman named Sofia Boutella, tasked with organizing fighters from neighboring planets to oppose the terrifying rule.

Migration

Genre: Comedy, Adventure

Release Date: December, 22

Stars: Isabela Merced, Elizabeth Banks, Awkwafina

What is the Movie About?

An animated comedy from Universal/Illumination centers on a family of ducks that travel south from New England to Jamaica in the winter. There are follies. 

Keegan-Michael Key, Elizabeth Banks, Danny DeVito, Kumail Nanjiani, and Awkwafina are among the voice actors.

Teddy’s Christmas

Genre: Adventure, Family, Holiday

Release Date: December, 01

Cast: Zachary Levi, Harald Rosenløw-Eeg, Marte Klerck-Nilssen

What is the Movie About?

Eight-year-old Mariann is attending a Christmas market in her hometown of Norway when she witnesses an amazing sight: the cutest stuffed teddy bear had just sneezed and moved his head on the top shelf of a carnival game booth. 

Mariann instantly connects with the lifelike plush animal and believes winning him as a reward would be the perfect Christmas dream. 

Teddy must work with his new hedgehog buddy, Bolla, to get back in touch with Mariann once someone else wins, and they must also learn the true value of friendship and family.

The Iron Claw

Genre: Sport, Thriller

Release Date: December, 22

Cast: Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson

What is the Movie About?

The movie is drawn from the Von Erich brothers’ real-life experiences. 

In the competitive 1980s professional wrestling scene, the Von Erich brothers made history under the strict guidance of their father (Holt McCallany).

Occupied City

Genre: Documentary, War

Release Date: December, 25

Cast: Melanie Hyams

What is the Movie About?

Tragedies from the past and present are brought together in this Amsterdam-set narrative. 

The story explores everything from the Nazi occupation of the city to the COVID-19 pandemic, current protests, and what might come next.

Silent Night

Genre: Action, Thriller

Release Date: December, 01

Cast: Joel Kinnaman, Kid Cudi, Harold Torres

What is the Movie About?

Joel Kinneman (Suicide Squad, 2014’s RoboCop) plays an angry man who goes out to exact revenge for his little son’s death on Christmas Eve in Lionsgate’s R-rated action film. 

It is the first English-language feature film that John Woo has directed in 20 years.

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

Genre: Action, Fantasy

Release Date: December, 22

Cast: Jason Momoa, Ben Affleck, Patrick Wilson

What is the Movie About?

Yahya Abdul-Manteen II, as Black Manta, is back and bringing vengeance. Using the Black Trident, Black Manta casts an old curse in an attempt to ultimately destroy Aquaman (Jason Momoa) ultimately. 

To end Black Manta’s horror, Aquaman teams up with his brother Orm (Patrick Wilson), whom he has been distanced from.

American Fiction

Genre: Comedy, Drama

Release Date: December, 22

Cast: Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz

What is the Movie About?

In MGM’s dark comedy, Jeffrey Wright (The Batman, Skyfall) plays a black novelist who, despite his artistic urges, is driven by his publisher to write a book that conforms more to racial stereotypes.

The Shift

Genre: Drama, Fantasy

Release Date: December, 01

Cast: Neal McDonough, Kristoffer Polaha, Sean Astin

What is the Movie About?

A modern-day science fiction tale of faith, The Shift draws heavily from the Book of Job. 

In this dystopian society, a mysterious stranger known only as “The Benefactor” confronts a guy named Kevin (Kristoffer Polaha), posing tasks to him. 

At the same time, he tries to “shift realities” and get back to the lady he loves.

Holidays Are Gonna Be Perfect!

We have given you all the big movies ready to hit the theaters in December 2023. 

Relax, bring up your favorite snack, and enjoy your selected movie from the above exciting movies. Make your holiday streaming delightful!