December 2026 Movie Lineup Brings Holiday Mayhem and Dune’s Next Chapter

A returning action-ready Santa, a new interpretation of Ebenezer Scrooge, and the next chapter of Paul Atreides’ story are among the films announced for Philippine cinemas in December 2026.

The supplied release calendar lists Violent Night 2 and Ebenezer for December 2, followed by Dune: Part Three on December 16, with sneak previews on December 15.

Here is what the announcements reveal about each film.

Violent Night 2 — December 2

David Harbour returns as Santa in Violent Night 2, directed by Tommy Wirkola.

This time, the story moves to the Silver Bell Mall, where a gangster played by Jared Harris threatens the merchants.

According to the supplied synopsis, Santa loses his magic and must find another way to help the community. The story also brings in Mrs. Claus, played by Kristen Bell, as he tries to recover his belief in the goodness associated with Christmas.

Joe Pantoliano also appears in the announced cast.

Ebenezer — December 2

Johnny Depp plays Ebenezer Scrooge in a new interpretation of the Christmas ghost story directed by Ti West.

The film follows Scrooge through a supernatural Christmas Eve journey involving his past, present, and future.

Nathaniel Halpern wrote the screenplay. The announced ensemble includes Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, Tramell Tillman, and Ian McKellen.

Additional cast members named in the synopsis include Arthur Conti, Ellie Bamber, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, and Charlie Murphy.

Dune: Part Three — December 16

Denis Villeneuve directs Dune: Part Three, which the supplied announcement describes as the conclusion of his trilogy.

The story takes place nearly two decades after Paul Atreides takes control of the Imperium. Now ruling as Emperor, Paul faces the consequences of his reign, renewed threats, and a conspiracy involving Chani.

The announced cast includes Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Isaach de Bankolé, Charlotte Rampling, Anya Taylor-Joy, Robert Pattinson, and Javier Bardem.

Sneak previews are announced for December 15, ahead of the December 16 opening.

The calendar offers a mix of holiday action, supernatural storytelling, and science fiction. Schedules are subject to change without prior notice, so moviegoers should check local cinema listings before making plans.

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