Rabat – From gripping psychological thrillers and science fiction adventures to Greek mythology, 2026 has brought an exciting lineup that is definitely worth watching.
- “Josephine’’
“Josephine’’ (2026) is an acclaimed psychological drama written and directed by Beth de Araujo. The movie follows an eight-year-old girl named Josephine who witnesses a violent assault in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park while jogging with her father. As the trauma causes her to display aggressive acts at home and school, a clash emerges between her parents, leading to further instability in her life.
The movie holds a high 8.0 out of 10 rating on IMDb; viewers and critics have commended its deeply empathetic, child’s perspective, sound direction, and the extraordinary cast featuring Tatum, Chan, Ettinger, and newcomer Reeves.
Given its powerful storytelling, the movie achieved a rare double sweep at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, winning both the US Dramatic Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award.
- “Wild Horse Nine”
Starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell, Wild Horse Nine (2026) is a dark comedy spy thriller written and directed by Martin McDonagh. Set before the Chilean coup d’etat in 1973, the movie follows two CIA agents who were dispatched from Santiago to Easter Island by their bureau chief.
While on the trip, Chris asked Lee for help ending his life, all while writing a tell-all memoir that threatens to expose decades of dark agency secrets.
The film has a rating of 8.1 out of 10 on IMDb, with reviews commending its sharp writing and seamless balance between dark comedy and genuine emotion.
Wild Horse Nine received multiple awards, including best narrative feature at Montclair Film Festival (2026) and audience award at Santa Fe International Film (2026).
- “Project Hail Mary”
Project Hail Mary (2026) is an adaptation of the hard science fiction novel by Andy Weir. Casting Ryan Gosling, Sandra Huller, and James Ortiz, the movie revolves around a science teacher who wakes up alone on a spaceship with no idea of how he got there. Through returning memories, he recalls how a light-absorbing space microbe began draining the Sun’s energy, threatening Earth.
The teacher later joins “Project Hail Mary” in order to find a way to save humanity.
Holding a rating of 8.2, “Project Hail Mary” is widely acclaimed for its fantastic direction, stunning visuals, and deeply human storytelling. The movie blends hope and bittersweet emotion into a story about sacrifice and bravery.
- “The Odyssey”
Starring Tom Holland, Matt Damon, and Anne Hathaway, the film follows Odysseus as he embarks on a 10-year journey to reunite with his family after the fall of Troy.
On his way, he will confront capricious gods, treacherous storms, and mythological monsters, making his voyage relentlessly difficult.
Ranked 8.4 out of 10 on IMDb, the movie has earned international acclaim for its striking cinematography and its intriguing transformation of an ancient myth into an intense, emotionally grounded human drama.
For Greek mythology enthusiasts, “The Odyssey” is a must-watch.
- “ You can see everything”
“You can see everything” is a true crime documentary featuring Elizabeth Anne and her partner Billy Evans. Thirty-four days before Elizabeth starts her prison sentence for defrauding, she and her partner invited a crew to document their lives at a beach house in California.
What begins as a normal documentary slowly unfolds into a psychological labyrinth.
The American documentary receives the highest rating of 9.0 out of 10 on IMDb for its extraordinary way of turning a simple true crime documentary into a gripping psychological thriller, and its unconventional approach to exploring truth and manipulation.