Top Ten Tuesday: The 10 Most Anticipated Films of the Summer

Happy Tuesday, dear readers! Each week, we’ll rank the top 10 films in a specific category. While we aim to tie these lists to big releases, that won’t always be the case. Our goal? For you to enjoy, share your own lists, and join in on a lively, friendly debate. This is an interactive space to build community here at The Contending.

No fancy intros, no long essays – just a category and a list. Sound good? Good.

With Marvel’s Thunderbolts* kicking things off, the summer movie season is in full swing. Expect a thrilling lineup of high-octane blockbusters, family-friendly animations, and major franchise films, with the occasional prestige picture slipping through. These movies are designed to pack theaters during summer vacations, generating massive box office revenue. While this revenue primarily covers production, marketing, and theater operations, strong summer earnings can give studios the financial cushion to invest in awards season campaigns later in the year, fueling those Oscar-worthy prestige films we adore.

This week’s Top Ten Tuesday previews the exciting, diverse, and captivating films hitting theaters over the next four months. Strap in for an unforgettable season at the movies with the ten films I am most excited about this summer!