Movie premieres in autumn 2026: What to watch in theaters in September and October

Autumn cinemas will offer returns of well-known brands, anticipated European novelties, as well as Czech films and documentaries. Brad Pitt is heading to the screens in the adventure thriller "In the Heart of the Wild," along with the new Resident Evil, a documentary about Bára Basiková, and an adaptation of the classic "Sense and Sensibility." We bring you an overview of film premieres in September and October 2026 that are worth watching.

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GURU

Premiére: September 10, Thriller, France, 2026
Directed by: Yann Gozlan
Starring: Pierre Niney, Anthony Bajon, Holt McCallany, Marion Barbeau, Leanna Chea

From an undereducated high school student becomes a star of motivational seminars and a recognized personal development coach. Matt Vasseur can captivate thousands of people, and his performances resemble grandiose shows rather than ordinary lectures. However, cracks begin to appear in the perfectly constructed image, and the charismatic leader finds himself in a spiral of manipulation, lies, and his own downfall. The French thriller Guru offers a current perspective on the phenomenon of self-proclaimed gurus who can dominate crowds as easily as social media.

WOLVES

Premiere: October 22, Drama, Switzerland, 2026
Directed by: Jonas Ulrich
Starring: Selma Kopp, Bartosz Bielenia, Fabian Künzli, Anna Sauter-McDowell, Thomas Ott

Twenty-three-year-old Luana decides to escape her stereotypical life and joins her cousin's black metal band as a manager. The demanding tour, concerts, and backstage life gradually consume her, as does her relationship with the charismatic singer Wiktor. However, when his controversial opinions and photographs with extremist symbolism come to light, Luana must choose between loyalty, her own values, and the fascination with the person she has fallen in love with. This raw Swiss drama offers an unusual insight into the music underground and the power of manipulation.

COYOTE VS. SHMEJD

Premiere: September 17, Adventure / Comedy / Animation, USA, 2026
Directed by: Dave Green
Starring: John Cena, Lana Condor, Will Forte, P. J. Byrne, Nancy Linehan Charles

Coyote has had enough of endless failures in his pursuit of the Road Runner. Therefore, he decides to do something that few would expect from him – he sues ACME, whose products have guaranteed failure at every attempt. With the help of a young lawyer, he embarks on a legal battle against the powerful corporation represented by uncompromising lawyer played by John Cena. The animated comedy Coyote vs. Shmejd brings back legendary Looney Tunes characters and humorously pokes fun at corporations, laws, and famous cartoon gags.

MIA AND THE MONSTER SCHOOL

Premiere: October 29, Animated / Family, Germany, Austria, 2026
Directed by: Markus Dietrich

Ten-year-old Mia starts at a school that is definitely not ordinary. Her classmates are various creatures, monsters, and other remarkable beings with whom she must learn to get along. Soon, however, she discovers that even monsters face similar concerns as people – friendships, courage, or fear of being different. This colorful family animation, filled with humor and adventure, reminds us that true courage lies in accepting differences and not being afraid to be oneself.

THE HEALING EFFECTS OF SELF-DECEPTION

Premiere: September 10, Drama / Comedy, Czech Republic, 2026
Directed by: Adolf Zika
Starring: Martin Stránský, Ondřej Sokol, Jitka Čvančarová, Vica Kerekes, Petr Vaněk

What are we willing to do to avoid facing the truth? The new film by director Adolf Zika follows the fate of a lonely Nobel Prize-winning author Abel Znork, who has voluntarily isolated himself from the world and his own past. However, his peaceful life in solitude is disrupted by an unexpected visit from a French journalist. What begins as an ordinary interview gradually turns into an intense psychological duel, during which long-buried secrets, half-truths, and self-deceptions surface. The film is based on the famous play Enigmatic Variations by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt, whose film rights the author protected for nearly thirty years. The Czech adaptation is the very first film adaptation of this world-renowned work.

ABANDONED

Premiere: September 17, Drama, France, 2026
Directed by: Vincent Garenq
Starring: Antoine Reinartz, Emmanuelle Bercot, Emma Boumali, Nedjim Bouizzoul

The French drama Abandoned reconstructs the real events that led to the murder of teacher Samuel Paty in 2020. During a single class, he opens the topic of freedom of speech and shows students caricatures of the prophet Muhammad. This is followed by an avalanche of disinformation, hatred, and institutional failure, culminating in a tragic end. Director Vincent Garenq does not only follow the crime itself but primarily the chain of events that preceded it. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and offers a powerful testimony about a society where lies and hateful campaigns on social media can change human lives within days.

SAMURAI AND THE PRISONER

Premiere: September 3, Historical Drama, Japan, 2026
Directed by: Kiyoshi Kurosawa
Starring: Masahiro Motoki, Masaki Suda, Yuriko Yoshitaka, Joe Odagiri

Japan in 1578. Samurai Murashige Araki rebels against the powerful ruler Nobunaga Oda and finds himself and his men besieged in a mountain fortress. When a series of mysterious deaths strike the castle, he teams up with a man he has kept imprisoned until now – the enemy strategist Kanbei Kuroda. The historical drama by director Kiyoshi Kurosawa intertwines a samurai epic with a detective plot and a psychological duel between two exceptional personalities.

EIGHT LEGS AND A MILLION FOLLOWERS

Premiere: September 3, Horror / Comedy, Great Britain, 2026
Directed by: Christopher Smith
Starring: Rose Williams, Tim McInnerny, Andy Nyman, Avani Gregg, Owen Warner

What begins as a dream vacation in a luxurious tropical resort quickly turns into a fight for survival. A group of influencers from around the world arrives for the grand opening of an exclusive hotel to attract new visitors with their posts. However, construction work on the island awakens a colony of deadly spiders, and paradise turns into a bloody trap with no escape. British director Christopher Smith, creator of horror films Creep and Triangle, presents a fast-paced horror comedy that combines tension, dark humor, and satire on the world of social media.

FORGOTTEN ISLAND

Premiere: September 24, Animated Comedy, USA, 2026
Directed by: Joel Crawford, Januel Mercado
Starring (Czech dubbing): Tereza Smetanová, Milada Vaňkátová, Ondřej Rychlý, Michal Holán

The creators of the Oscar-nominated film Puss in Boots: The Last Wish bring a new adventure about the power of friendship. Best friends Jo and Raisa discover a mysterious portal leading to the legendary island of Nakali, where ancient myths and remarkable creatures come to life. However, they soon realize that the greatest danger is not the surrounding world but the island itself, which feeds on their memories. If they want to escape, they will have to fight not only against the dangers of an unknown world but also for their own friendship.

WHALING FALL

Premiere: October 15, Thriller, USA, 2026
Directed by: Brian Duffield
Starring: Austin Abrams, Josh Brolin, Elisabeth Shue, Emily Rudd, Jane Levy, John Ortiz

After the death of his father, young diver Jay heads to the coast of California to find his remains. However, instead of answers, he faces a terrifying struggle for survival – he is swallowed by a giant sperm whale and trapped deep within its belly. With barely an hour of oxygen, he must find a way out while realizing that his only chance for rescue lies in the experiences his father passed on to him during his life. The thriller Whaling Fall is based on the award-winning novel by Daniel Kraus and, under the direction of Brian Duffield, promises a thrilling combination of psychological drama, survival story, and an intense race against time.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY

Premiere: October 22, Romantic Drama, Great Britain, 2026
Directed by: Georgia Oakley
Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles, Caitríona Balfe, Frank Dillane

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KUTNÁ HORA: A WINTER ESCAPE FROM PRAGUE

Looking for a different side of the Czech Republic beyond Prague? In winter, Kutná Hora slows down and reveals a quieter kind of charm. From November to December, its historic centre brings together medieval architecture, Advent traditions, music, design and the scent of mulled wine. With fewer visitors than in summer, it is an ideal time to explore the city’s heritage at a more relaxed pace.

A story, an artwork, and a piece of history in one book: Kick the can and dance for two days – 100 years of the ROXY phenomenon on 500+ pages.

A book that captivates you even before you open it. "Kick the Can and Dance for Two Days" is a beautiful, lavish publication that transforms the history of the famous Prague club Roxy into an impressive story of Czech music culture and alternative scenes. With over 500 pages, it features hundreds of previously unpublished photographs and archival materials, memories, and interviews with dozens of personalities.

Dagmar Pecková: A voice that conquered the world. And a personality that never feared to speak the truth.

From London's Covent Garden to Berlin and New York. Dagmar Pecková is one of the Czech artists who has made a name for herself on the most prestigious opera stages in the world. However, her story is not just about music, applause, and great roles. It is also about courage, freedom, life twists, and the ability to stay true to oneself. On Monday, October 12th at 7 PM, this exceptional mezzo-soprano will be a guest on the talk show "Hovory Marka Kováře" at the Art-n-Coffee gallery and café in Prague.

PRAGUE THAT FITS IN A SUITCASE

Czech glass, designer jewellery, original artwork or a fragrance created in Prague. A souvenir needn't recall famous landmarks; it can tell the story of today's city and the people who create here. Prague's best-known motifs appear almost everywhere. Still, the city's most interesting mementoes are often found a few streets away, in design shops, small galleries and local artists' studios. Here you can discover a Prague that draws on a strong craft tradition while interpreting it in a contemporary and sometimes surprisingly playful way.

HUMBOOKFEST 2026 WILL BRING MARRISA MEYER, KASIE WEST, AND THE TOP OF THE CZECH YA SCENE TO PRAGUE.

The eleventh edition of the largest Czech book festival for young readers, HumbookFest, will kick off on October 10, 2026, at the O2 Universe in Prague. The organizers are gradually revealing the names of this year's guests, and it is already clear that fans of young adult literature can expect a colorful mix of international stars and local author discoveries. Last year, the festival was attended by over 2,000 visitors, and this year more than fifty authors and guests are expected to participate.

BEYOND PRAGUE: CASTLES AND CHATEAUX WORTH THE JOURNEY

Prague is only the beginning. Beyond the capital, the Czech Republic is filled with hilltop castles, romantic chateaux, magnificent gardens and centuries of stories waiting to be discovered. Some are less than an hour away, others invite you to turn a day trip into a longer journey through the country. From medieval fortresses and royal residences to fairy-tale palaces and hidden treasures, there is an extraordinary variety to explore. So if you have already wandered through Prague Castle and the streets of the Old Town, it might be time to see what lies beyond the city.