Spielberg’s UFO Flick Gets a New Date, Daniels’ Project Hits Pause
Hold onto your popcorn, folks! Steven Spielberg’s highly anticipated next film, rumored to delve into UFOs, has officially changed its release date from May 15 to June 12, 2026. This strategic move sees Spielberg snatching up a less crowded weekend, where his flick will now share the spotlight with the Scary Movie reboot—talk about a scheduling win! Previously, the original date was set to sandwich Spielberg’s film between major blockbusters: the new Avengers: Doomsday and a Star Wars outing featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu (yikes!). So, it’s fair to say the shift is like dodging a meteor in a sci-fi flick.
As for that untitled project by the Oscar-winning duo Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), the prognosis is that while development is still alive and kicking, it just needs extra time in the oven. This follow-up to their smash hit Everything Everywhere All at Once has fans buzzing, especially after the film grossed over $143 million globally and became a beacon for arthouse cinema post-pandemic. A new date for the mysterious project is expected soon, but for now, it’s on the back burner as Spielberg shines.
And the cast for Spielberg’s upcoming feature? Pure gold! It includes Emmy winner Josh O’Connor (hot off The Crown), Oscar nominee Emily Blunt (who’s fresh off a dizzying performance in Oppenheimer), and two-time Oscar nominee Colman Domingo, plus Colin Firth and Eve Hewson—all under the banner of Amblin Entertainment.
With our favorite cinematic masterminds boiling their creative mojo, it’s a vibrant time in Hollywood. June 2026 just got hotter, so mark your calendars (and unfollow the spoilers)! Whether you’re more of a Spielberg aficionado or a Daniels enthusiast, there’s bound to be a treat in store for everyone. Grab your sassy friends and gear up for a summer movie weekend that promises thrills, chills, and maybe a sprinkle of extraterrestrial action.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Deadline, Entertainment Weekly, Variety
