The last weekend of September 2026 brought a mixed but interesting slate of Hollywood releases. While the summer blockbuster season has wound down, theaters still saw activity with a high-profile re-release, a star-driven thriller, an animated family film + several smaller dramas.

Here is a complete look at the major Hollywood movies releasing this week, along with early reviews + box office performance (per reported trade figures).

1. Avengers: Endgame (Encore / Re-release)

Genre: Superhero / Action
Release: September 25, 2026 (IMAX + special screenings)

Marvel's 2019 epic returned to theaters in a limited encore run, primarily in IMAX.

Early Box Office: Strong opening day with approximately $11.2 million on Friday (including previews), making it the weekend's top earner so far.

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Review Snapshot: Fans continue to embrace the emotional payoff + large-scale action. The re-release is performing well with nostalgic audiences + those catching it on the big screen again.

2. Heart of the Beast

Starring: Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons
Director: David Ayer
Genre: Survival Thriller

Brad Pitt plays a Special Forces veteran stranded in the Alaskan wilderness with his combat dog after a plane crash.

Early Box Office: Opened in the $7-8 million range on Friday.

Review Snapshot: Early reactions praise Pitt's grounded performance + the intense survival elements. Some critics note the story follows familiar territory, but the dog-human bond + harsh setting are working for audiences. CinemaScore reported around A-.

3. Primetime

Starring: Robert Pattinson, Merritt Wever
Genre: Drama / Biographical

Robert Pattinson stars as Chris Hansen in this dramatization of the making of the controversial To Catch a Predator series.

Early Box Office: Solid start with around $8.5 million on Friday, placing it near the top of new releases.

Review Snapshot: Generating strong buzz. Critics are calling it one of the more intriguing + unsettling films of the fall. Pattinson's performance is being widely praised for its intensity + ambiguity.

4. Forgotten Island

Studio: DreamWorks Animation
Genre: Animated Adventure / Fantasy

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An animated adventure rooted in Philippine mythology, following childhood friends who discover a magical island. Voices include H.E.R. + Liza Soberano.

Early Box Office: Opened softer than expected, around $4-5 million on Friday.

Review Snapshot: Family-friendly + visually colorful. It earned a strong A CinemaScore, suggesting good word-of-mouth among parents + kids, even if the opening numbers were modest.

5. Charlie Harper

Starring: Emilia Jones, Nick Robinson
Genre: Romance / Drama

A coming-of-age romance about two young adults navigating love + personal growth.

Early Box Office: Limited to modest wide release; numbers are still coming in but expected to be mid-to-low single digits.

Review Snapshot: Warm + sincere. Early reviews highlight the chemistry between the leads, though some call it predictable.

Other Notable Mentions

  • Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother (Mahershala Ali) - Limited release drama receiving positive critical attention
  • The Incomer + several smaller indie titles also opened this weekend

Overall Weekend Outlook

The box office remains competitive but not explosive. Avengers: Endgame encore is leading the pack, while Primetime + Heart of the Beast are the strongest new original titles. Resident Evil (released the previous week) continues to hold well after its strong $60 million opening.

For NRI audiences + international viewers, the Brad Pitt + Robert Pattinson films are the ones generating the most interest overseas, while Forgotten Island may find additional traction in Asian markets due to its cultural elements.

Where NRIs in USA Can Watch

  • Avengers: Endgame encore: Major IMAX venues across USA - book early for premium seating
  • Heart of the Beast: Wide release; standard AMC + Regal + Cinemark chains
  • Primetime: Wide release; adult-drama theaters + arthouse-adjacent chains
  • Forgotten Island: Wide family release; standard chains
  • Charlie Harper: Limited-to-wide release; check local showtimes

Which of these movies are you most excited to watch? Let us know in the comments.

Stay tuned for updated weekend totals + more detailed reviews as final numbers come in.

Disclaimer: Box office figures + release schedules are approximate + based on trade reports. Final numbers may vary. Verify current showtimes + ticket availability with theater chains + official studio disclosures.