UAE Cinemas Gear Up for a Blockbuster November 2026 with Diverse Film Slate

November 2026 is set to be a cinematic feast for audiences in the UAE, with a rich tapestry of films spanning Hollywood blockbusters, Japanese monster epics, Indian productions, and Arabic-language features gracing the big screen. Notable releases include Godzilla Minus Zero, the highly anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning Japanese film, and The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, which delves into the origins of Haymitch Abernathy. Families can anticipate animated adventures like DreamWorks' Forgotten Island and Disney's Hexed. Furthermore, the beloved Meet the Parents franchise sees a reunion of Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro for a new installment. The independent film scene is also vibrant, with Cinema Akil presenting six Hong Kong films from November 6 to 8, including Jackie Chan's Police Story and the acclaimed Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In.

Here's a detailed look at the films scheduled across UAE cinemas in November:

November 5

• Godzilla Minus Zero: Takashi Yamazaki returns to the monster franchise following the success of 2023's Godzilla Minus One. Set in 1949, the sequel depicts Japan's struggle to rebuild after war and Godzilla's attacks, with Ryunosuke Kamiki and Minami Hamabe reprising their roles. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas, Reel Cinemas and Roxy Cinemas, with special IMAX previews at selected Vox locations on November 3.
• The Cat in the Hat: Dr Seuss's mischievous character comes to life in an animated adventure directed by Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni. Bill Hader voices the Cat, whose attempts to cheer up two siblings in a new town lead to chaos. The voice cast includes Matt Berry, Xochitl Gomez, Quinta Brunson, and America Ferrera. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Star Cinemas.
• Ramayana: Part One: Indian filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari directs this adaptation of the ancient Hindu epic, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. The mythological fantasy follows Rama's confrontation with the ruler of Lanka. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas, Reel Cinemas and Star Cinemas.
• A Talent for Murder: Helen Mirren stars as crime novelist Patricia Highsmith in this psychological thriller, alongside Olivia Cooke and Alden Ehrenreich. A young publishing representative travels to Switzerland to persuade the reclusive author to write another Ripley novel, becoming entangled in a dangerous situation. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Idiots: Dave Franco, O'Shea Jackson Jr, and Mason Thames star in this crime comedy about two unqualified men tasked with transporting a wealthy teenager to rehabilitation, leading to escalating chaos and danger. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• The Shawshank Redemption: Frank Darabont's 1994 prison drama, starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman, returns to cinemas. The film explores hope, friendship, and perseverance through the story of Andy Dufresne and his friend Red. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• The Cycle: Deborah Ann Woll and Jeffrey Donovan star in this supernatural mystery about a woman investigating her estranged father's disappearance after his body is discovered 36 years later. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.

November 6

• Mookuthi Amman 2: Maha Sakthi: Nayanthara returns for the sequel to the 2020 Tamil fantasy comedy, directed by Sundar C. The film promises more mythology, humour, and social commentary. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Scene: Suriya stars alongside Nazriya Nazim and Naslen in this Tamil crime drama about a police officer drawn back into a past investigation. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Star Cinemas.
• Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In: Soi Cheang's 2024 martial arts thriller opens Cinema Akil's Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation. Set in 1980s Hong Kong, it follows a young man finding refuge in the Kowloon Walled City. Actors Kenny Wong and German Cheung will attend a post-screening discussion. Where to watch: Cinema Akil at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central.
• Rocky, Rocky II and Rocky III: Sylvester Stallone's boxing franchise returns to cinemas for the 50th anniversary of the original Rocky. The films follow Rocky Balboa's career. Where to watch: Reel Cinemas at Dubai Mall, November 6–11.

November 7

• Dog Day Evening: Mak Tin Shu directs this Hong Kong dark comedy where a man's attempt to cancel his television subscription escalates into a hostage situation. Actor Yukki Tai will attend a post-screening discussion. Where to watch: Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue.
• Police Story: Jackie Chan's 1985 action classic receives a special outdoor screening as part of the Hong Kong Film Gala. Chan directs and stars as a police officer pursuing a drug lord. Where to watch: Cinema Akil's outdoor screening at The Yard, Alserkal Avenue.
• Dead End: Isabella Lam Lok-hin's psychological thriller follows a computer programmer whose life is disrupted by the arrival of a teenager claiming to be his half-brother. Where to watch: Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue.

November 8

• Another World: Tommy Ng Kai Chung's animated fantasy drama follows a spirit tasked with guiding souls through the afterlife. Where to watch: Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue.
• The Dating Menu: Directed by Frankie Chung, this Hong Kong romantic comedy uses food and dating culture to explore relationships. Where to watch: Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue.

November 12

• Forgotten Island: DreamWorks Animation's fantasy adventure, directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, draws inspiration from Filipino folklore. H.E.R. and Liza Soberano voice lifelong friends who discover a magical island. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Roxy Cinemas.
• Ebenezer: Johnny Depp stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in this new adaptation of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, directed by Ti West. Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Daisy Ridley, Sam Claflin, and Ian McKellen also feature. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Victorian Psycho: Maika Monroe stars in this gothic horror thriller about an eccentric governess at a remote Victorian manor. Thomasin McKenzie and Jason Isaacs also feature. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Les Miserables: Fred Cavaye directs this new adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel, starring Tahar Rahim, Vincent Lindon, and Noemie Merlant. The story follows Jean Valjean's pursuit of redemption. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Hadoota: Egyptian comedian Ahmed Helmy stars as a criminal who cannot remember where he concealed a kidnapped witness. Amina Khalil plays a hypnotherapist attempting to reconstruct his memories. Mohamed Mamdouh also stars. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.

November 13

• Bouma: Dileesh Pothan, Sagar Surya, and Adithi Balan star in this Malayalam mystery about a singer returning to an estate connected to her past, uncovering long-buried family secrets. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Itlu Arjuna: This Telugu romantic drama follows a man unable to speak who struggles to express his feelings of love. Starring Anaswara Rajan, Aniesh Reddy, and Brahmaji. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.

November 19

• The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping: This prequel explores the 50th Hunger Games, 24 years before the original film, with Joseph Zada as a young Haymitch Abernathy. Ralph Fiennes portrays President Snow. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Roxy Cinemas.
• Ghost Soldier: Jim Caviezel stars as a former special forces soldier defending his community's land against a foreign corporation. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.

November 20

• OM – Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood: Dhanush, Mammootty, and Sai Pallavi star in this Tamil crime drama exploring greed, poverty, and the pursuit of power. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Bachelor Party D'eux: Tovino Thomas, Kunchacko Boban, and Naslen star in this Malayalam comedy, a spiritual successor to the 2012 film Bachelor Party. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Sathyavan Savithri: Keerthy Suresh stars in this Tamil courtroom drama about a woman fighting to prove her husband's innocence in a murder case. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.

November 26

• Focker In-Law: Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro reunite for the fourth installment of the Meet the Parents franchise. Greg Focker's son Henry (Skyler Gisondo) is preparing to marry Olivia (Ariana Grande). John Hamburg directs, with Owen Wilson, Teri Polo, and Blythe Danner returning. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Hexed: Disney's animated feature follows Billie, an awkward teenager who discovers magical abilities. Hailee Steinfeld and Rashida Jones lead the voice cast, alongside Stephen Fry. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Roxy Cinemas.
• Crypto: Bassem Samra and Bayoumi Fouad star in this Egyptian crime comedy about two estranged brothers drawn into their mafia boss father's dangerous criminal affairs. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.
• Traveller's Hell: This Arabic-language thriller, starring Adwaa Bader and Aziz Gharbawi, builds suspense around a young woman's encounter with a stranded man on mountain roads. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Roxy Cinemas.
• Paper Tiger: James Gray directs this crime thriller starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, and Miles Teller, about two brothers entangled in a dangerous scheme involving the Russian mafia. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas.

November 27

• Gun Maaster G9: Emraan Hashmi, Aparshakti Khurana, and Genelia Deshmukh star in this Hindi action film about a man whose pursuit of love brings him into conflict with a dangerous adversary. Where to watch: Vox Cinemas and Roxy Cinemas.