Sky Cinema's new releases in May

Tuesday 30 April 2024 by Jonathan Victoria  News

May will see some top films added to Sky Cinema, including a third outing for Denzel Washington in The Equalizer 3, the latest instalment to The Exorcist series and more.

Find out all the Sky Cinema new releases coming over the month right here.

Sky Cinema new releases: What’s on in May

The Equalizer 3 – 3rd May

Credit: THE EQUALIZER 3 - Official Red Band Trailer (HD) (Sony Pictures Entertainment, YouTube)

Denzel Washington is brought back into action for a third time as he takes up the role of Robert McCall once more in The Equalizer 3.

Former Marine Robert McCall is living a quieter life in Sicily, Italy when a local threat involving the Mafia brings him back into action to protect the innocent townspeople.

As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, McCall must again utilise his tactical expertise and intelligence in an attempt to dismantle the Mafia's operations and leave behind a legacy of righteousness, emphasising that one man can indeed make a difference.

The film combines intense action sequences with strategic mind games, showcasing McCall's ability to ‘equalise’ the odds despite overwhelming forces. His journey is not only a physical battle but also a moral one, as he grapples with the costs of his unrelenting pursuit of justice.

Out of Darkness – 4th May

A small band of early humans seeking a new home in a harsh landscape 45,000 years ago are forced to confront a terrifying predator and the darkness within themselves as they fight to survive.

A British adventure horror film starring Chuku Modu (The Good Doctor), Kit Young (Shadow and Bone) and more.

Monolith – 5th May

A Disgraced journalist (played by Lily Sullivan, Evil Dead Rise), recording a podcast to revive her career, investigates a conspiracy theory about mysterious black monoliths appearing around the world, only to discover the truth is closer than she thinks.

This mindbending Australian sci-fi drama comes with a gripping tale that is sure to keeping you wondering.

Force of Nature: The Dry 2 – 10th May

Eric Bana (Troy) reprises his role as federal agent Aaron Falk for this sequel to 2020’s The Dry, this time in a new mystery with remnants of yesteryears.

After interviewing Alice Russell (Anna Torv, Mindhunter) about a possible money-laundering scheme, she goes missing. With flashbacks to his own past, Falk sets out to find out the truth and solve the mystery.

The Blackening – 11th May

Credit: The Blackening (2023) Final Trailer - Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, X Mayo (Lionsgate Movies, YouTube)

A Juneteenth getaway for a group of Black friends turns deadly when a masked killer forces them to play a twisted board game to survive, testing their knowledge of Black culture.

A comedic take on the slasher genre akin to the likes of Meet the Blacks, the film takes the mick of the classic slasher movie tropes and plays on the genre's race-based cliches.

Stars Jermaine Fowler (Ricky Stanicky), Grace Byers (Empire) and Antoinette Robertson (Dear White People) while directed by Tim Story (Ride Along).

Some Other Woman – 12th May

Eve Carver(Amanda Crew, Silicon Valley) is living the dream, whisked away to a tropical paradise with her husband (Tom Felton, Harry Potter series). What was supposed to be a brief work stint, however, stretches into years. Eve's idyllic island life crumbles as she sacrifices her own dreams and ambitions. 

Feeling trapped and unfulfilled, she starts to see a mysterious woman (Ashley Greene, Twilight series) who seems to be taking over her life piece by piece. Eve's grip on reality loosens as she questions everything around her, forcing her to confront a shocking truth.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 – 17th May

Picking up after the loss of beloved family members, the Portokalos clan rallies for a trip to Greece to fulfil Gus's dream of reuniting with his childhood friends. 

Toula (Nia Vardalos from previous instalments), at the helm, grapples with her ageing mother's dementia and her daughter Paris's (Elena Kampouris, Wifelike) struggles with college life. Meanwhile, family secrets and old flames are rekindled amidst the vibrant backdrop of Greek culture. 

Through laughter, tears, and cultural clashes, the Portokalos family finds a way to come together and celebrate life's precious moments.

The Inseparables – 18th May

In Central Park, a runaway puppet with a thirst for adventure and a lonely stuffed animal forge an unlikely friendship, and together they embark on a wild journey through New York City.

A family-fun animated buddy movie that is sure to warm the heart.

Cult Killer – 19th May

Driven to clear her murdered mentor's name, a tenacious investigator forms a chilling alliance with a serial killer, unlocking a town's dark secrets.

Stars Alice Eve (She’s Out of My League) and Antonio Banderas (The Mask of Zorro)

Blue Beetle – 24th May

Credit: BLUE BEETLE | OFFICIAL FINAL TRAILER (DC, YouTube)

Recent college graduate Jaime Reyes (Xolo Mariduena, Cobra Kai) returns home to find his family struggling financially. Meanwhile, a powerful alien artefact called the Scarab is entrusted to him by his boss’s daughter.

When the Scarab unexpectedly bonds with Jaime, it transforms him into the super-powered Blue Beetle. With this newfound responsibility, Jaime must not only learn to control his abilities but also confront a threat that could endanger his family and his city.

While not DC’s most well-known comic book hero, Blue Beetle brilliantly introduces this character to the world and is the first piece of James Gunn’s DCU project, which will also include the ever-present DC stalwart Superman.

Boonie Bears: Guardian Code – 25th May

Briar and Bramble, bear siblings who lost their mother in a fire, get a chance to uncover the truth years later at a robot research institute. Their journey leads them to a new mystery and a fight to save their newfound friend.

Turtles All the Way Down – 26th May

Sixteen-year-old Aza (Isabela Merced, Madame Web), grappling with OCD and grief, gets swept up in the mystery of a missing billionaire while navigating a budding romance with the fugitive's son. All the while, she confronts the complexities of mental illness and the possibility of love.

A brilliant story based on author John Green's fantastic New York Times Best Seller novel of the same name.

The Exorcist: Believer – 31st May

Credit: The Exorcist: Believer | Official Trailer 2 (Universal Pictures, YouTube)

Thirteen years after a devastating earthquake took his wife in Haiti, Victor Fielding (Leslie Odom Jr, Hamilton) raises his daughter Angela (Lidya Jewett, Nightbooks) as a single father in Georgia. Their lives take a horrific turn when Angela and her friend Katherine (Olivia O’Neill) disappear in the woods after attempting to contact Angela's deceased mother through a séance. 

When the girls return days later, they exhibit disturbing behavior that convinces Victor they're possessed by a demonic entity. Desperate, Victor seeks out Chris MacNeil (Ellen Burstyn from 1973s The Exorcist), the only person who understands the depths of such evil, to help save his daughter.

This latest instalment to The Exorcist series sees a welcome return to the franchise's original possessee, Linda Blair, while telling a gripping yet still disturbing new tale.

What are Sky Premieres?

Sky Premieres are top films that have arrived on Sky Cinema most recently, with the biggest films getting a major highlight.

These Sky Premiere movies often include some of the year’s biggest releases or major blockbusters from over the last couple of years.

The Sky Cinema Premiere channel is the place to watch the new films that are introduced to the catalogue each month, but they can also be found on demand under the New to Sky Cinema section.

Top movies on Sky Cinema

Sky prides itself on bringing the very best and latest movies to its incredibly deep catalogue of films.

You can see many of the top films from across the year on Sky Cinema soon after leaving theatres, so you never have to wait long if you missed out on a big release.

Be sure to get set up with a Sky Cinema package if you haven’t got one already. You can find many great Sky Cinema deals on Digital TV.