Famous actor Samuel L. Jackson has a busy schedule of movie releases in the near future. From comedies to historical dramas to action films, Jackson’s upcoming lineup continues to show his versatility as an actor. Jackson began his career in the 1970s and made his mainstream break in the 1990s with roles in Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas and Spike Lee’s Jungle Fever. The actor became famous for his roles in films such as Pulp Fiction and Jurassic Park.
Jackson’s movie “The Piano Lesson” will be released in theaters on November 8th. The period drama is set during the Great Depression and co-stars Erykah Badu, John David Washington and others. Jackson also recently appeared in “Honest Liar” opposite Grammy Award winner Andra Day (“The United States vs. Billie Holiday”). Jackson will also reprise his beloved role as Nick Fury in Avengers: Doomsday, currently scheduled for release in 2026. His lineup ended 2024 on a high note, and an even more exciting 2025 is just around the corner.
5 Piano lessons
Release date: November 8, 2024
The acclaimed Piano Lesson is set in 1936 during the Great Depression and follows the resilience and lineage of a black family. The title comes from the Charles family piano, which has intricate carvings documenting the family’s history, including the history of their enslaved ancestors. This Southern Gothic film is based on August Wilson’s 1987 play of the same name and was directed by newcomer Malcolm Washington. The screenplay was co-written by Virgil Williams, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay in 2017 for Mudbound. Denzel Washington produced the film, which also stars his son John David Washington.
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Jackson will star as patriarch Douker Charles, reprising the role for a 2022 Broadway production. The film debuted at the Telluride Film Festival in August 2024 to widespread acclaim. The film currently has a 90% approval rating in early critical reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. The film has been praised primarily for its rich depiction of black American history. Rather than focusing solely on the trauma of this country’s history of racism, the film details Black culture and joy through one of the darkest periods in American history. The Piano Lesson is scheduled to be released in theaters on November 8th and will be available on Netflix on November 22nd.
Wilson’s Piano Lessons is part of his ten-play series, often referred to as the “Pittsburgh Cycle.” The play chronicles the life and traditions of America’s black community in the 20th century. These include the fight against racism and the civil rights movement, as well as important cultural contributions and moments of jubilation. This is particularly poignant in Jackson’s own life, as he was educated at the historically black college Morehouse College, graduating in 1972. Jackson was also involved in the civil rights movement (via The Hollywood Reporter).
4 honest liar
For release in 2026
Jackson also recently appeared in Honest Liar opposite Edgar Ramirez and Andra Day. The film sees Jackson as a veteran actor teaching a group of young undercover police officers how to act like criminals in order to solve cases and save their own lives in the process. The film is written and directed by Wayne Kramer, known for the Academy Award-nominated and critically acclaimed 2003 crime drama film The Cooler, starring Alec Baldwin.
Jackson’s soon-to-be co-star Edgar Ramirez most recently co-starred with Selena Gomez in the musical crime comedy film Emilia Perez. The film, about a drug cartel boss who attempts to transition to life as a woman, will soon be streaming on Netflix on November 13th (via Town & Country). Meanwhile, Day won the 2022 Grammy Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack in Visual Media for his work on The United States vs. Billie Holiday. Each of the three castmates brings a unique element to the film, and Jackson’s own history of accolades means his character in Honest Liar will be a potentially humorous self-insert. The film is likely to begin production in 2025, with no release schedule set.
3 Afterburn
Scheduled to be released in 2025
Afterburn is scheduled for release in 2025 and is based on the Red 5 comic of the same name by Scott Chitwood and Paul Enns. The film stars Jackson as Valentine, a freedom fighter set in a post-apocalyptic sci-fi world, and stars Dave Bautista, Game of Thrones star Kristofer Hivju, and Olga Kurylenko. The story takes place ten years after Earth’s technology is destroyed by a solar flare, which is entirely plausible. Solar flares occur when large amounts of radiation are emitted from a point on the Sun and are considered the most explosive phenomenon in the Milky Way.
The film began development in 2018, but wasn’t made into a movie until 2024, when JJ Perry directed it. The film focuses on the power struggles of a post-apocalyptic society, with Bautista playing Jake, a smuggler who searches for pre-fire treasures for the rich and powerful. Specifically, “Afterburn” depicts Jake searching for da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa.” Jackson has appeared in numerous sci-fi and superhero films over the years, and Afterburn will benefit greatly from his acting.
Afterburn comes at a pivotal moment in culture, at a time when modern technology continues to increasingly become the backbone of the world. Without modern technology, the film’s characters would have to solve modern problems without corresponding modern resources. The rise of AI technology is an issue that has received a lot of attention in recent years, and this film could well navigate a world that was once overly dependent on these innovations.
2 Unholy Trinity
First released in October 2024, release date TBA
The Unholy Trinity is a new Western film written by Lee Zachariah and directed by Richard Gray. The film was shot in 2023 before the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, and its release was postponed to the 2024 Zurich Film Festival. Jackson plays the mysterious St. Christopher, set in 1870s Montana. The film centers on a man who fulfills his father’s will by killing the man who once accused him of murder. Jackson co-stars with Pierce Brosnan as the town’s sheriff, Gabriel Dove, Tim Daly as the defendant Isaac Broadway, and Brandon Lessard as his son Henry Broadway.
Director Richard Gray sought to tell the story of Irish immigrants who settled in the American West. Gray said, “So many of our fellow Irishmen and women built the West on their shoulders. They want to create their own lives, and there’s a romance to that. He was great when he did it.” (via Variety) The film has not yet been released in theaters or streaming, and negotiations with distributors are ongoing. Based on early critical reviews, The Unholy Trinity currently has a rating of 6.9/10 stars on IMDB.
The film comes at a unique time for the Western genre, with new cultural awareness emerging since Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon was released in 2023. There is. Previously, many classic Westerns relied heavily on stereotypes of Indigenous and Black characters, leading to new criticisms by current industry standards. So far, The Unholy Trinity has been praised for its nuanced storytelling and star-studded cast.
1 Avengers: Doomsday
Release date: May 1, 2026
Avengers: Doomsday is the fifth film in the current Avengers film cycle and focuses on Doctor Doom (Robert Downey Jr.). Jackson will reprise his role as Nick Fury, the former super spy who founded S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Avengers themselves. Jackson first appeared as Fury in Iron Man in 2008, and has continued to reprise the role in numerous Marvel films over the decades. Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled to be filmed in 2025 and released in 2026. Jackson’s role as Nick Fury in the MCU is his longest-running role to date.
The MCU, based on the original Marvel comics, officially began in 2008 with Iron Man, starring Robert Downey Jr. as the title character. Since its inception, the MCU has launched the careers of industry newcomers and boasted appearances by big names like Jackson, Don Cheadle, and Scarlett Johansson. The series has worked with many directors, and Avengers: Doomsday will be directed by returning directors Joe and Anthony Russo.
In the upcoming films The Piano Lesson, Honest Liar, Afterburn, Unholy Trinity and Avengers: Doomsday, Samuel L. Jackson will be more comprehensive with his captivating roles. I continue to look forward to a successful career. At 75 years old, the actor’s dynamic acting continues to grow, and his 2025 projects only pave the way for more storytelling-rich roles with important cultural messages. is.
Sources: Rotten Tomatoes, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, IMDB
In Piano Lessons, a brother and sister clash over the sale of an heirloom piano. He sees the piano as a path to wealth, while she sees it as an important link to their heritage. Their uncle attempts to mediate, but the conflict reveals deep truths about their identities, heritage, and past.
Director Malcolm Washington
Release date: November 8, 2024
Writer Virgil Williams, Malcolm Washington
Appearance Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Daniel Deadwyler, Ray Fisher, Corey Hawkins, Michael Potts, Skyler Smith, Stephen James, Erykah Badu, Malik J. Ali, Charity Jordan , Isaiah Gunn, Matrell Su Miss Jerrica Hinton, Gail Bean, Haniel Joseph, Pauletta Washington, Olivia Washington, Kylie D. Allen, Dita West, Jay Peterson, David Atkinson, Tony Fox, Melanie Jeffcoat, Owen Hearn, Charles Green
Characters Doker, Boy Willie, Bernice, Lymon, Avery, Winning Boy, Maresa, Boy Charles, Lucille, Willie Boy, Mama Berniece, Young Boy Willie, Crowley, Grace, Dolly, Papa Boy Walter, Mama Ora, Young Mama Ora, Young Bernice, Mama Esther, James Sutter, Robert Sutter, Young Winning Boy, Miss Ophelia, Joel Norlander, White Male
Runtime 125 minutes
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