All Sci-Fi and Fantasy Titles Releasing This Week in Theaters and Streaming

This week, movie theaters and streaming services are enhancing their offerings with a variety of science fiction, fantasy, and speculative titles. Viewers can anticipate everything from thrilling extraterrestrial adventures and enchanting family sagas to live-action mythological journeys and animated multiverse explorations.

For those in search of gripping genre thrillers or nostalgic supernatural tales, several noteworthy projects are set to debut across major platforms. Here’s a look at the sci-fi and fantasy titles making their way to screens in the coming days.

‘Last Seen’ (2026)

The psychological mystery series ‘Last Seen’ will debut on Apple TV+ on September 8, 2026. The story follows a desperate husband who embarks on an exhaustive search after his wife mysteriously disappears. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a series of unsettling truths that challenge his perception of her vanishing. This Apple Original employs psychological suspense and investigative tension to create an eerie atmosphere, featuring a talented ensemble cast.

‘Hope’ (2026)

Set to hit theaters on September 9, 2026, ‘Hope’ tells the story of an unexpected extraterrestrial presence in a quiet Korean harbor town. When an unidentified object appears in the sky, local police, hunters, and residents find themselves in a series of violent confrontations. The film, directed and written by Na Hong-jin, combines elements of science fiction, creature horror, and thriller into an intense survival narrative. The international cast includes Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Taylor Russell, and Cameron Britton.

‘Moana’ (2026)

Disney is set to bring Polynesian mythology to life with the live-action premiere of ‘Moana’ in theaters on September 10, 2026. The film follows the titular heroine on her oceanic quest to save her people from an impending disaster. Accompanied by the legendary demigod Maui, she faces divine powers, mythical creatures, and extraordinary challenges. Directed by Thomas Kail and featuring a screenplay by Jared Bush and Dana Ledoux Miller, this reimagining stars Catherine Lagaʻaia, Dwayne Johnson, John Tui, Frankie Adams, and Rena Owen.

‘Drawn Together’ (2026)

Launching on streaming platforms on September 10, 2026, ‘Drawn Together’ offers an adult animated exploration of alternate realities and multiverse parodies. The series brings together characters from various fictional genres and animation styles into a shared universe. By navigating the chaotic interactions of these differing animation techniques, the show plays with the lines between speculative fiction and reality. The comedy features high-concept parody and satirical storytelling, brought to life by a talented voice cast.

‘Practical Magic 2’ (2026)

The supernatural fantasy film ‘Practical Magic 2’ is set for theatrical release on September 11, 2026. This sequel continues the journey of the magical Owens family, reuniting sisters Sally and Gillian as they confront the lasting effects of their ancestral powers. The plot introduces a new generation to the family’s intricate history of magic, love, and generational curses. Directed by Susanne Bier and written by Akiva Goldsman, the film expands on the enchanting world established in the original 1998 film, featuring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reprising their roles alongside Maisie Williams, Joey King, Lee Pace, and Evan Peters.

Let us know in the comments which of these upcoming sci-fi and fantasy titles you are excited to watch.