New Movie Releases in the USA: Nov 25–Dec 1, 2025

As of November 25, 2025, the holiday movie season is in full swing, with Thanksgiving weekend (November 27-30) driving major box office action. This week features two massive wide releases on November 26: Disney’s animated sequel *Zootopia 2* and the musical extravaganza *Wicked: For Good*, the conclusion to the *Wicked* saga. These films are projected to dominate theaters, with *Wicked: For Good* leading monthly grosses due to its earlier momentum and premium formats, while *Zootopia 2* is expected to rule the five-day Thanksgiving frame. No major wide releases follow on November 27-28, but limited or awards-season titles may expand.

Below is a complete breakdown of the week’s key theatrical releases in the USA, focusing on wide or notable limited openings. Details include release date, genre, synopsis, director, main cast, runtime (where available), and box office projections (based on pre-release tracking). All films are rated PG unless noted.

1. **Zootopia 2**

– **Release Date**: November 26, 2025 (wide release, including IMAX and premium formats)
   – **Genre**: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family
   – **Synopsis**: Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to solve a new mystery in Zootopia involving a shadowy conspiracy threatening the city’s harmony. Packed with humor, heart, and social commentary, the sequel expands the vibrant animal world with fresh characters and high-stakes chases.
   – **Director**: Byron Howard (co-director of the original *Zootopia*)
   – **Main Cast** (Voices): Ginnifer Goodwin (Judy Hopps), Jason Bateman (Nick Wilde), Shakira (Gazelle), new voices including Ke Huy Quan and Quinta Brunson
   – **Runtime**: 108 minutes
   – **Box Office Projection**: $150-200M domestic opening (5-day Thanksgiving estimate); family appeal positions it for $500M+ global total.
   – **Where to Watch**: Theaters nationwide; book tickets via Fandango or AMC for family showtimes.

2. **Wicked: For Good**

   – **Release Date**: November 21, 2025 (wide release; still in theaters this week with expanded holiday runs)
   – **Genre**: Musical, Fantasy, Drama
   – **Synopsis**: The epic conclusion to the *Wicked* adaptation sees Elphaba and Glinda navigate betrayal, power struggles, and revolution in the land of Oz. Building on the first film’s record-breaking success, it delivers soaring songs, stunning visuals, and emotional depth as the witches’ fates collide with the Wizard’s regime.
   – **Director**: Jon M. Chu (*Crazy Rich Asians*)
   – **Main Cast**: Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba), Ariana Grande (Glinda), Jonathan Bailey (Fiyero), Jeff Goldblum (The Wizard), Michelle Yeoh (Madame Morrible)
   – **Runtime**: 125 minutes
   – **Box Office Projection**: $100M+ domestic weekend holdover; Fandango’s top pre-seller for PG films, eyeing $473M+ domestic repeat of the original’s performance.
   – **Where to Watch**: Theaters nationwide; special sing-along screenings available through November 30.

#### Other Notable Releases or Expansions This Week
While the week is headlined by the above, a few limited or holdover films are worth noting for awards buzz or niche appeal. These may expand wider post-Thanksgiving:

– **Nuremberg** (Limited expansion November 25)
  – **Genre**: Historical Drama, Biography
  – **Synopsis**: A gripping retelling of the post-WWII Nuremberg Trials, focusing on prosecutor Robert H. Jackson’s quest for justice against Nazi leaders.
  – **Director**: James Vanderbilt (*Zodiac*)
  – **Main Cast**: Christian Bale, Rami Malek, Matt Smith
  – **Runtime**: 142 minutes (R-rated)
  – **Projection**: Modest $5-10M domestic run; strong for prestige circuit.

– **Eternity** (Holdover from November 21; expanding November 26)
  – **Genre**: Fantasy, Romance, Drama
  – **Synopsis**: In the afterlife, soulmates reunite for one week to decide their eternal fate amid revelations of past lives and regrets.
  – **Director**: David Freyne (*The Survivalist*)
  – **Main Cast**: Elizabeth Olsen, Miles Teller, Callum Turner
  – **Runtime**: 115 minutes (PG-13)
  – **Projection**: $20-30M domestic; romantic holiday draw.

For more on streaming or VOD options this week (e.g., Netflix’s *The Beast in Me* or Tubi’s *Please Don’t Feed the Children*), check platforms directly. Box office results will update post-Thanksgiving—expect record-breaking admissions driven by these family blockbusters.

*Stay tuned to www.clickusanews.com for ongoing U.S. entertainment updates, including post-release reviews and NRI-friendly viewing guides.* For ticket info, visit official sites like Disney or Universal.