“Voicemails for Isabelle”
Zoey Deutch returns to romantic comedies with the Netflix film, “Voicemails for Isabelle.” Written and directed by Leah McKendrick (“Scrambled”), the film follows a young woman who leaves voicemails for her deceased sister, unaware that a stranger is receiving them: Nick Robinson, Harry Shum Jr., Lukas Gage, and Nick Offerman star.
Release Date: Available to stream June 19 on Netflix.
“Supergirl”
The summer is returning to the world of DC with Milly Alcock now donning the cape in “Supergirl.” While “Superman” gave us a tease of the character, “Supergirl” is the actress’s first leading role as the character. Directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, the film follows Kara Zor-El as she travels across the galaxy with her dog, Krypto, and, along the way, meets Ruthy Marye Knoll and embarks on a potential quest for revenge. Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet, and Jason Momoa also star.
Release Date: In theaters June 26 via Warner Bros. Pictures.
“Jackass: Best and Last”
At this rate, if you’ve seen an installment of the “Jackass” franchise, you have a good idea of what to expect. As the fifth and final installment, “Jackass: Best and Last,” directed by Jeff Tremaine and produced by Tremaine, Spike Jonze, and Johnny Knoxville, brings together the old and new. While there will be new stunts for the poor cast members to endure, the film also compiles a mix of older footage to bring back some of the franchise’s biggest pranks, along with talking head interviews.
Release Date: In theaters June 26 via Paramount Pictures.
“The Invite”
Olivia Wilde returns to the director’s chair following the 2022 “Don’t Worry Darling” with the comedy “The Invite.” Written by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones, the film is a remake of the Spanish film “The People Upstairs” by Cesc Gay. Wilde stars alongside Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton as two couples who find themselves in unexpected scenarios as a planned dinner party probes existing marital issues while potentially introducing something to reignite their passion.
Release Date: In theaters June 26 via A24.
Honorable Mentions:
Elsewhere, there’s the experimental, hand-drawn animated film, “Jinsei” from director Ryuya Suzuki, out June 5. The first week of June also sees the arrival of the coming-of-age drama, “The Little Sister” from director Hafsia Herzi, along with the 4k re-release of Danny Boyle’s “Trainspotting.” If He-Man, “Jackass,” and “Toy Story” weren’t enough nostalgia for you, there’s also “Scary Movie,” reuniting much of the original cast. “The Birthday Party” stars Willem Dafoe as a billionaire hosting a party for his daughter on a remote island.
“Amores Perros” is also getting the re-release treatment, hitting theaters June 12. For action enthusiasts, gear up for the bloody “The Furious” by Tanigaki Kenji. Singer-songwriter Hayley Kiyoko is making her feature film directorial debut with “Girls Like Girls,” out June 19. Angelina Jolie stars as a filmmaker dealing with personal tragedy in “Couture,” out June 26.
