New Movies in Theaters Now: Top Releases in Ireland

The smell of fresh popcorn, the dimming of lights, the previews building anticipation—there is something irreplaceable about catching a film on the big screen. For Irish moviegoers heading to theatres this season, the lineup spans everything from bold indie titles to anticipated sequels. Here is what is actually showing in cinemas across Ireland right now.

Top cinema sites listing now: ODEON, Movies@, Lighthouse · Featured releases: The Devil Wears Prada 2, The Mandalorian & Grogu · Box office tracker: Film Distributors’ Association UK & Ireland

What are the top 10 movies out right now?

Current box office leaders

The UK and Ireland box office chart for the weekend ending 16 February 2026 shows Wuthering Heights in first place with £7,665,295 in weekend earnings, according to the Film Distributors’ Association (FDA databank). Directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, the film was distributed by Warner Bros. with a 136-minute runtime and had opened on 13 February 2026. Goat claimed second place with £3,499,777 for that same weekend, distributed by Sony Pictures.

Critic and audience scores

Rotten Tomatoes (rotten tomatoes) aggregates critic and audience scores for current theatrical releases, though individual audience reactions can vary significantly from critical consensus. Checking the platform before heading to the cinema helps Irish viewers gauge whether a release is worth the trip.

The implication: Box office data tracks what audiences chose to pay for, not necessarily what critics preferred—a useful distinction when planning a cinema visit based on proven crowd-pleasers versus critical darlings.

What is in Irish cinemas now?

Dublin showtimes at Movies@ and Lighthouse

The Lighthouse Cinema website currently lists several titles in its programme, including The Devil Wears Prada 2 (described as arriving “fashionably late” twenty years after the original film), The Mandalorian & Grogu, Hokum, Once Upon a Time in a Cinema, Mother Mary, Exit 8, The Blue Trail (rated 15A, 86 minutes runtime), and The Christophers (Lighthouse Cinema). The Devil Wears Prada 2 carries a PG rating with a 120-minute runtime.

Nationwide at ODEON and Omniplex

ODEON Cinemas Ireland (ODEON Cinemas) lists current showings across its estate, including suburban and city-centre locations throughout the Republic of Ireland. Omniplex Cinemas (Omniplex) similarly provides nationwide listings, with venues in towns including Sligo, Killarney, and Limerick complementing its Dublin footprint. IMC Cinemas also maintains daily listings at venues including the Savoy in Dublin.

What are the new releases at the cinema?

This week’s debuts

According to Irish cinema websites reviewed in May 2026, recent and near-term releases include the Billie Eilish concert film opening 8 May 2026. The content plan references titles including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Fuze as newly listed, though direct verification of these titles on Irish cinema sites was not available in the research data reviewed.

Trailers and booking links

Most major Irish cinema chains offer direct booking through their websites, with ODEON and Cineworld providing mobile app access for last-minute ticket purchases. Advance booking is recommended for premium formats like IMAX, 4DX, and Dolby Atmos, which tend to sell out faster on opening weekends.

What this means: For big franchise releases and event cinema, booking 48 to 72 hours ahead typically secures better seat selection without the premium pricing that same-day walk-ups sometimes carry.

What’s the most trending movie now?

Social buzz leaders

IMDb’s trending section (IMDb) provides a daily view of which titles are generating search activity, though “trending” on social media does not always align with theatrical performance. The Mandalorian & Grogu benefits from Star Wars franchise momentum, while The Devil Wears Prada 2 taps into fashion and pop-culture commentary circles that drive disproportionate social discussion relative to ticket sales.

Search volume spikes

Ireland-specific search trends can be approximated through Google Trends data filtered to Irish traffic, though precise cinema-intent queries (as opposed to general interest) require some interpretation. Terms like “Spider-Man cinema Dublin” or “The Devil Wears Prada 2 showtimes” reflect immediate purchase intent versus broader awareness searches.

What are the top 3 movies right now?

Quick picks for today

Based on verified Irish cinema listings and available box office data, three titles earning attention include The Devil Wears Prada 2 (confirmed current release, Lighthouse Cinema), The Mandalorian & Grogu (confirmed current release, Lighthouse Cinema), and Wuthering Heights (recent box office leader, FDA data).

Why they’re topping charts

The Devil Wears Prada 2 leverages 20 years of audience attachment to the original, a proven cast, and fashion-industry resonance that translates across demographics. The Mandalorian & Grogu benefits from an established franchise with dedicated streaming-series-to-film conversion audience. Wuthering Heights, while its February 2026 performance reflects earlier data, demonstrates the drawing power of high-profile directing talent like Emerald Fennell paired with A-list casting.

The trade-off: Popular franchises deliver predictable turnout; indie or auteur releases can surprise either direction. The data available points to confirmed Irish availability rather than speculative future performance.

Where movies go from here

Several titles referenced in content plans and news cycles—including Project Hail Mary and Spider-Man: Brand New Day—remain unconfirmed for current Irish theatrical availability. The Mandalorian & Grogu and Mother Mary are listed as “TBC 2026” in some sources, suggesting their Irish release windows are still being finalised between distributors and cinema chains.

For Irish audiences, the practical takeaway is straightforward: check your nearest ODEON or Lighthouse Cinema site directly for tonight or this weekend. The gap between announced release and confirmed booking can be days or weeks, and relying on headline announcements rather than verified listings leads to planning frustration.