Trend barometer: Cinema Highlights
Mr and Mrs Swiss go to the cinema just under twice a year – Mrs Swiss a little more often than Mr Swiss; and when they do go together, the decision is made – logically – by Mrs Swiss. But which of the two films do they decide to watch? Even though we’re cinephile marketing pros with a heart for commerce, we don’t know either. But our experience lets us guess well ahead of time which fantasy film will set teenagers screaming,
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Arthouse
Anora
| Director | Sean Baker |
| Cast | Mikey Madison, Yura Borisov, Mark Eidelshtein |
| Genre | Comedy, Romance, Drama |
| Distributor | Universal Pictures International Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Anora, a stripper, impulsively marries Ivan, the son of a Russian oligarch. When his parents find out about it, they send their henchmen to annul the marriage. Some rocky times lie ahead. Winner of the Golden Palm at Cannes. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 31.10.24, F-CH: 30.10.24, I-CH: 07.11.24, US: 18.10.2024 |
Typisch Emil
| Director | Phil Meyer |
| Cast | Emil Steinberger, Niccel Steinberger |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Distributor | Filmcoopi Zürich AG |
| Description | This documentary features the unforgettable performances of comedian Emil Steinberger, his humour and his language, which have thrilled and continue to thrill generations. It also tells the story of a great, romantic love. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 07.11.24, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A |
The Room Next Door
| Director | Pedro Almodóvar |
| Cast | Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, Alessandro Nivola |
| Genre | Drama |
| Distributor | Pathé Films AG |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A, DE: 24.10.2024 |
Mickey 17
| Director | Bong Joon Ho |
| Cast | Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette, Mark Ruffalo |
| Genre | Sci-Fi, Adventure, Drama |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 30.01.25, F-CH: 29.01.25, I-CH: 30.01.25, FR: 29.01.2025 |
Stiller
| Director | Stefan Haupt |
| Cast | Paula Beer, Albrecht Schuch, Marie Leuenberger |
| Genre | Drama |
| Distributor | Ascot-Elite Entertainment Group |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 06.02.25, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A |
Family
Harold and the Purple Crayon
| Director | Carlos Saldanha |
| Cast | Zachary Levi, Zooey Deschanel, Tanya Reynolds |
| Genre | Family, Animation, Fantasy |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | In his book, adventure-seeking Harold can bring everything that he draws with his magic crayon to life. When it enters the real world, his magic crayon causes all sorts of chaos. Colourful adaptation of the popular classic children’s book. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 15.08.24, F-CH: 16.10.24, I-CH: 12.09.24, GB: 31.07.2024 |
Die Schule der magischen Tiere 3
| Director | Sven Unterwaldt |
| Cast | Nadja Uhl, Lilith Julie Johna, Loris Sichrovsky |
| Genre | Family |
| Distributor | DCM Film Distribution (Schweiz) GmbH |
| Description | Ida wants to go to the annual Forest Day event with her school class to show support for the protection of the local forest. But the fears and plans of her classmates and their magical companion put no end of hurdles in the way. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 26.09.24, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A, DE: 26.09.2024 |
Transformers One (3D)
| Director | Josh Cooley |
| Cast | Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jon Hamm |
| Genre | Animation, Action, Family, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | The Transformers, Orion Pax (Optimus Prime) and D-16 (Megatron), were once friends. But when they become embroiled in a conflict with their leader Sentinel Prime on their home planet of Cybertron, everything changes. Action-packed animated film. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 10.10.24, F-CH: 23.10.24, I-CH: 26.09.24, US: 20.09.2024 |
The Wild Robot
| Director | Chris Sanders |
| Cast | Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O'Hara |
| Genre | Animation, Family, Sci-Fi, Adventure |
| Distributor | Universal Pictures International Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | After Roz gets shipwrecked on a deserted island, she befriends an orphaned baby goose. They can only survive in the wilderness by bonding together. But Roz's past catches up with her. She defends her new home with her companion. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 03.10.24, F-CH: 09.10.24, I-CH: 17.10.24, US: 27.09.2024 |
Sauvages
| Director | Claude Barras |
| Cast | Babette De Coster, Martin Verset, Laetitia Dosch |
| Genre | Animation, Family |
| Distributor | Frenetic Films |
| Description | After “Ma vie de Courgette”, the second stop-motion animation film by Claude Barras, where he invites us to step into the Borneo jungle. There, the young Keria, her cousin Selaï and the baby monkey Oshi bravely fight against the destruction of the forest. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 06.02.25, F-CH: 16.10.24, I-CH: 20.02.25, FR: 16.10.2024 |
Vaiana 2
| Director | David G. Derrick Jr. |
| Cast | Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson |
| Genre | Animation, Adventure, Family, Comedy |
| Distributor | The Walt Disney Company (Switzerland) GmbH |
| Description | After receiving an unexpected message from her ancestors, Moana journeys out into the vast seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-forgotten waters. There she has to go on an adventure the like of which she has never experienced before. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 28.11.24, F-CH: 27.11.24, I-CH: 28.11.24, US: 27.11.2024 |
Mufasa: The Lion King
| Director | Barry Jenkins |
| Cast | Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison, Seth Rogen |
| Genre | Adventure, Drama, Family, Musical |
| Distributor | The Walt Disney Company (Switzerland) GmbH |
| Description | The story of Simba's father: Mufasa, who was orphaned as a lion cub, meets Taka, the heir to the lion throne. This encounter is the beginning of a long journey for an extraordinary group of outsiders in search of their destiny. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 19.12.24, F-CH: 18.12.24, I-CH: 19.12.24, FR: 18.12.2024 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
| Director | Jeff Fowler |
| Cast | Ben Schwartz, Idris Elba, James Marsden |
| Genre | Family, Comedy, Action, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 25.12.24, F-CH: 25.12.24, I-CH: 01.01.25, US: 20.12.2024 |
Paddington in Peru
| Director | Dougal Wilson |
| Cast | Ben Whishaw, Olivia Colman, Emily Mortimer |
| Genre | Adventure, Family, Comedy |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Paddington Bear travels to Peru with the Brown family to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy. When she disappears without a trace, a breathtaking adventure begins for Paddington and the Browns from the jungles of the Amazon up into the mountains of Peru. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 30.01.25, F-CH: 05.02.25, I-CH: 16.01.25, GB: 08.11.2024 |
Die Drei ??? und der Karpatenhund
| Director | Tim Dünschede |
| Cast | Julius Weckauf, Nevio Wendt, Levi Brandl |
| Genre | Adventure, Family |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 23.01.25, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A, DE: 23.01.2025 |
The Smurfs Movie
| Director | Chris Miller |
| Cast | Rihanna |
| Genre | Animation, Family, Comedy, Musical, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 13.02.25, F-CH: 12.02.25, I-CH: 13.02.25, FR: 12.02.2025 |
Women
Wicked
| Director | Jon M. Chu |
| Cast | Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey |
| Genre | Musical, Fantasy, Romance |
| Distributor | Universal Pictures International Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Although she is considered an outsider because of her green skin, the gifted witch Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) becomes a good friend of the popular Glinda (Ariana Grande). But when they both meet the Wizard of Oz, they reach a crossroads in their friendship. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: 04.12.24, I-CH: 21.11.24, US: 22.11.2024 |
Better Man
| Director | Michael Gracey |
| Cast | Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton |
| Genre | Music, Drama |
| Distributor | Ascot-Elite Entertainment Group |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 01.01.25, F-CH: 15.01.25 , I-CH: N/A, GB: 26.12.2024 |
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
| Director | Michael Morris |
| Cast | Renée Zellweger, Emma Thompson, Leo Woodall |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Distributor | Universal Pictures International Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 13.02.25, F-CH: 12.02.25, I-CH: 27.02.25, FR: 12.02.2025 |
Youth: 16-29
Smile 2
| Director | Parker Finn |
| Cast | Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Kyle Gallner |
| Genre | Horror, Mystery, Thriller |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | In this sequel to the horror film, pop star Skye Riley begins experiencing a series inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by these horrific incidents and the pressure of fame, Skye must confront her dark past – before it's too late. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 17.10.24, F-CH: 16.10.24, I-CH: 31.10.24, FR: 16.10.2024 |
Venom: The Last Dance (3D)
| Director | Kelly Marcel |
| Cast | Tom Hardy, Juno Temple, Chiwetel Ejiofor |
| Genre | Action, Thriller, Adventure |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | In the grand finale of the trilogy, Eddie and Venom find themselves on the run. Hunted and cornered by their two worlds, they are forced to make a momentous decision which will bring down the curtain on their last dance. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 24.10.24, F-CH: 23.10.24, I-CH: 24.10.24, AT: 24.10.2024 |
Red One
| Director | Jake Kasdan |
| Cast | Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Kiernan Shipka |
| Genre | Action, Comedy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | After Santa Claus (J. K. Simmons) is kidnapped, the North Pole's security chief (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world's most notorious bounty hunter (Chris Evans) on an action-packed mission that aims to save Christmas. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 07.11.24, F-CH: 06.11.24, I-CH: 07.11.24, DE: 14.11.2024 |
Kraven the Hunter
| Director | J.C. Chandor |
| Cast | Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Aaron Taylor-Johnson takes on the role of the animalistic anti-hero who has a passion for hunting. Set before Kraven's vendetta against Spider-Man, the film tells the ruthless story of one of Marvel's most notorious villains. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: 11.12.24, I-CH: 11.12.24, DE: 12.12.2024 |
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
| Director | Kenji Kamiyama |
| Cast | Brian Cox, Miranda Otto, Lorraine Ashbourne |
| Genre | Animation, Drama, Action, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | 183 years before the events of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, the King of Rohan must retreat to a fortress that later becomes known as Helm's Deep. There, the king's daughter Hera leads the resistance against a deadly enemy. Anime film. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: 11.12.24, I-CH: 01.01.25, FR: 11.12.2024 |
Captain America: Brave New World
| Director | Julius Onah |
| Cast | Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Liv Tyler |
| Genre | Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure |
| Distributor | The Walt Disney Company (Switzerland) GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.02.25, F-CH: 12.02.25, I-CH: 12.02.25, FR: 12.02.2025 |
Men
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
| Director | Ian Bonhôte, Peter Ettedgui |
| Cast | Christopher Reeve |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Christopher Reeve became world famous as Superman in 1978. After a riding accident in 1995, he was left paraplegic and from then on campaigned for the rights and care of people with disabilities. This moving documentary traces Reeve's life and work. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 10.10.24, F-CH: 09.10.24, I-CH: 10.10.24, US: 21.09.2024 |
Smile 2
| Director | Parker Finn |
| Cast | Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Kyle Gallner |
| Genre | Horror, Mystery, Thriller |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | In this sequel to the horror film, pop star Skye Riley begins experiencing a series inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by these horrific incidents and the pressure of fame, Skye must confront her dark past – before it's too late. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 17.10.24, F-CH: 16.10.24, I-CH: 31.10.24, FR: 16.10.2024 |
Venom: The Last Dance (3D)
| Director | Kelly Marcel |
| Cast | Tom Hardy, Juno Temple, Chiwetel Ejiofor |
| Genre | Action, Thriller, Adventure |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | In the grand finale of the trilogy, Eddie and Venom find themselves on the run. Hunted and cornered by their two worlds, they are forced to make a momentous decision which will bring down the curtain on their last dance. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 24.10.24, F-CH: 23.10.24, I-CH: 24.10.24, AT: 24.10.2024 |
Red One
| Director | Jake Kasdan |
| Cast | Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Kiernan Shipka |
| Genre | Action, Comedy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | After Santa Claus (J. K. Simmons) is kidnapped, the North Pole's security chief (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world's most notorious bounty hunter (Chris Evans) on an action-packed mission that aims to save Christmas. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 07.11.24, F-CH: 06.11.24, I-CH: 07.11.24, DE: 14.11.2024 |
Gladiator II
| Director | Ridley Scott |
| Cast | Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Drama |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Years ago, Lucius witnessed the death of the gladiator Maximus at the hands of his uncle. After his homeland was conquered by tyrannical emperors, he is now forced to enter the Colosseum himself. Star-studded sequel by Ridley Scott. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 14.11.24, F-CH: 13.11.24, I-CH: 14.11.24, FR: 13.11.2024 |
Kraven the Hunter
| Director | J.C. Chandor |
| Cast | Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Distributor | Sony Pictures Releasing Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Aaron Taylor-Johnson takes on the role of the animalistic anti-hero who has a passion for hunting. Set before Kraven's vendetta against Spider-Man, the film tells the ruthless story of one of Marvel's most notorious villains. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: 11.12.24, I-CH: 11.12.24, DE: 12.12.2024 |
Captain America: Brave New World
| Director | Julius Onah |
| Cast | Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Liv Tyler |
| Genre | Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure |
| Distributor | The Walt Disney Company (Switzerland) GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.02.25, F-CH: 12.02.25, I-CH: 12.02.25, FR: 12.02.2025 |
Premium
Joker: Folie à Deux
| Director | Todd Phillips |
| Cast | Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Zazie Beetz |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Musical, Thriller |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix) is awaiting trial in Arkham Asylum for his crimes as the Joker. There he not only meets his true love (Lady Gaga), but also discovers the music that has always been dormant within him. Sequel to the hit film. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 03.10.24, F-CH: 02.10.24, I-CH: 02.10.24, IT: 02.10.2024 |
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
| Director | Ian Bonhôte, Peter Ettedgui |
| Cast | Christopher Reeve |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Christopher Reeve became world famous as Superman in 1978. After a riding accident in 1995, he was left paraplegic and from then on campaigned for the rights and care of people with disabilities. This moving documentary traces Reeve's life and work. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 10.10.24, F-CH: 09.10.24, I-CH: 10.10.24, US: 21.09.2024 |
Anora
| Director | Sean Baker |
| Cast | Mikey Madison, Yura Borisov, Mark Eidelshtein |
| Genre | Comedy, Romance, Drama |
| Distributor | Universal Pictures International Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Anora, a stripper, impulsively marries Ivan, the son of a Russian oligarch. When his parents find out about it, they send their henchmen to annul the marriage. Some rocky times lie ahead. Winner of the Golden Palm at Cannes. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 31.10.24, F-CH: 30.10.24, I-CH: 07.11.24, US: 18.10.2024 |
Typisch Emil
| Director | Phil Meyer |
| Cast | Emil Steinberger, Niccel Steinberger |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Distributor | Filmcoopi Zürich AG |
| Description | This documentary features the unforgettable performances of comedian Emil Steinberger, his humour and his language, which have thrilled and continue to thrill generations. It also tells the story of a great, romantic love. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 07.11.24, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A |
Gladiator II
| Director | Ridley Scott |
| Cast | Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Drama |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | Years ago, Lucius witnessed the death of the gladiator Maximus at the hands of his uncle. After his homeland was conquered by tyrannical emperors, he is now forced to enter the Colosseum himself. Star-studded sequel by Ridley Scott. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 14.11.24, F-CH: 13.11.24, I-CH: 14.11.24, FR: 13.11.2024 |
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
| Director | Kenji Kamiyama |
| Cast | Brian Cox, Miranda Otto, Lorraine Ashbourne |
| Genre | Animation, Drama, Action, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | 183 years before the events of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, the King of Rohan must retreat to a fortress that later becomes known as Helm's Deep. There, the king's daughter Hera leads the resistance against a deadly enemy. Anime film. more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: 11.12.24, I-CH: 01.01.25, FR: 11.12.2024 |
The Room Next Door
| Director | Pedro Almodóvar |
| Cast | Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, Alessandro Nivola |
| Genre | Drama |
| Distributor | Pathé Films AG |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 12.12.24, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A, DE: 24.10.2024 |
Better Man
| Director | Michael Gracey |
| Cast | Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton |
| Genre | Music, Drama |
| Distributor | Ascot-Elite Entertainment Group |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 01.01.25, F-CH: 15.01.25 , I-CH: N/A, GB: 26.12.2024 |
Mickey 17
| Director | Bong Joon Ho |
| Cast | Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette, Mark Ruffalo |
| Genre | Sci-Fi, Adventure, Drama |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 30.01.25, F-CH: 29.01.25, I-CH: 30.01.25, FR: 29.01.2025 |
Stiller
| Director | Stefan Haupt |
| Cast | Paula Beer, Albrecht Schuch, Marie Leuenberger |
| Genre | Drama |
| Distributor | Ascot-Elite Entertainment Group |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 06.02.25, F-CH: N/A , I-CH: N/A |
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
| Director | Michael Morris |
| Cast | Renée Zellweger, Emma Thompson, Leo Woodall |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Distributor | Universal Pictures International Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 13.02.25, F-CH: 12.02.25, I-CH: 27.02.25, FR: 12.02.2025 |
Teens: 10-15
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
| Director | Jeff Fowler |
| Cast | Ben Schwartz, Idris Elba, James Marsden |
| Genre | Family, Comedy, Action, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Adventure |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Entertainment Switzerland GmbH |
| Description | more |
| Release date | D-CH: 25.12.24, F-CH: 25.12.24, I-CH: 01.01.25, US: 20.12.2024 |
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which romantic movie will get women dreaming, which thriller will send shivers down men’s spines, which comedy will have the world in howls and which children’s film will draw the whole family into the cinema. Our current cinema highlights are a trend barometer that we draw up in collaboration with the cinema platform OutNow.CH – without any claim to exhaustiveness, but with a lasting claim to likelihood.