Disney never fails to impress us, does it? With releases like Turning Red, Better Nate Than Ever, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and the most recent one, Lightyear, 2022 have been a treat for the cinephiles. But this is just the start. The greatest projects of Disney for this year have not been released yet. For people in love with animated films to live-action enthusiasts, Disney has something for every one of us. Among all the great upcoming Disney movies for 2022, here's our list of the best ones you should be waiting for.
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Upcoming Disney Movies In 2022
1. Thor: Love and Thunder
Not just the most hyped Disney movie, but Thor: Love and Thunder is the most awaited film of the year. The movie is directed by Taika Waititi, also the director of Thor: Ragnarok. Taika is also in the cast of the Lightyear as the voice of Mo Morrison. Love and Thunder will take you to the new adventures of Thor after the incidents of Avengers: Endgame. While Thor is trying to find his inner peace, Gorr the God Butcher comes to eliminate all the gods, forcing him to come to action.
Release date: July 8th, 2022
2. Peter Pan and Wendy
The famous fictional character, Peter Pan, created by J. M Barrie, is returning in a new fantasy film directed by David Lowery. The movie is based on the original story of the character. Alongside Alexander Molony as Peter Pan, Ever Anderson will be cast as Wendy Darling, Joshua Pickering as John Darling, and Yara Shahidi as Tinker Bell. The upcoming live-action movie will take you to the adventure of Peter Pan alongside three young siblings who go on an adventure to the Neverland Island.
Release date: 2022
3. Pinocchio
Peter Pan is not the only famous fictional character getting a live-action movie this year; Pinocchio, created by Carlo Collodi, is also returning with a new movie. The upcoming Disney movie will star Tom Hanks as Geppetto, Cynthia Erivo as The Blue Fairy, and Luke Evans as The Coachman. As the movie is a live-action adaptation of the 1940 film based on the novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio, it will follow the same storyline. A wooden puppet will come to life and live the great adventures.
Release date: September 8th, 2022
4. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Looks like Marvel and Walt Disney have joined hands for several upcoming projects. After Thor: Love and Thunder, get ready to enjoy another great Marvel masterpiece this year, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. After the death of Chadwick Boseman, a.k.a Black Panther, the studio decided not to recast anyone for the role of T'Challa. But other members of the cast will return, including Lupita Nyong'o as Nakia, Dania Gurira as Okoye, Letitia Wright as Shuri, and Daniel Kaluuya as W'Kabi.
Release date: November 11th, 2022
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5. Strange World
No one can beat Disney when it comes to animated movies full of adventures and fantasy. Well, the studio is returning with one such great movie this year, Strange World. Don Hall is the director of the film, also known for other animated projects like Big Hero 6 and Raya and the Last Dragon. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Alan Tudyk, Strange World will follow the adventures of Clades, a family of explorers whose differences seem to put them into trouble while they are on their most crucial mission.
Release date: November 23rd, 2022
6. Avatar: The Way of Water
Better known as Avatar 2, The Way of Water is a sequel to the legendary science fiction movie, Avatar. James Cameron is returning as the director of the sequel film. After going through eight delays and other hardships, Avatar: The Way of Water is finally set for a release soon. A decade after the events of the first film, Sully family will go through new troubles and will do anything to keep each other safe and fight for their lives. Sam Worthington will return as Jake Sully while Zoe Saldana as Neytiri.
Release date: December 16th, 2022
7. Rise
If you're into sports-drama-related films, then a new one from Disney is coming in just a few days. What makes Rise an even better film is that it's based on a true story. The basketball-related movie is about three Nigerian brothers who migrate to the US with their family for a better life. But their hardship still seems to continue until they find their natural talent in Basketball. With the help of an agent, they try to pursue their career in the NBA. Uche Agada will play the role of Giannis Antetokounmpo with Ral Agada as Thanasis, and Jaden Osimuwa as Kostas.
Release date: June 24th, 2022