Movies Out Now in Theaters: Top Films & Dublin Showtimes

Spring 2026 is shaping up to be a solid season for Dublin cinema-goers, with everything from big-budget sci-fi to Irish horror getting multiplex time. Whether you’ve got a hankering for Ryan Gosling marooned in space or want to catch Lee Cronin’s latest horror outing, the screens are stocked. Here’s what’s screening across Dublin right now.

No. 1 Movie Right Now: Top Box Office US per IMDb · Dublin Cinemas: Omniplex, Lighthouse, IMC, Cineworld, Vue · Latest Major Release: Project Hail Mary (March 14, 2026)

The table below summarizes key information about Dublin cinema chains and current film offerings based on verified listings.

What are the top 10 movies out at the moment?

US box office leaders differ from what’s playing in Dublin—regional preferences vary by audience taste and cinema chain focus. Omniplex leans into blockbusters with MAXX auditoriums, while Lighthouse curates arthouse and festival programming.

US Box Office Leaders

The top US box office positions shift weekly based on ticket sales tracked by IMDb. Current leaders include recent wide releases competing for weekend earnings.

• Project Hail Mary continues strong per-showing attendance at Omniplex MAXX screenings
• The Drama draws consistent crowds at Lighthouse evening slots
• Omniplex Rathmines shows Project Hail Mary at 15:50-18:26 and 19:10-21:46 (Omniplex)

The pattern across Dublin: family titles like Super Mario Galaxy hold midweek matinees, while adult dramas and sci-fi dominate evening slots. Tickets start from €9.95 at Omniplex Rathmines.

Ireland Cinema Hits

Irish audiences are responding to Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (Irish horror with strong local credentials) and the Zendaya-starring The Drama. Lighthouse lists The Drama at 15:25, 18:35, and 20:30 on April 20.

Science teacher Ryland Grace wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is.

IMC Savoy synopsis for Project Hail Mary

The implication: Dublin cinema chains cater to distinct audiences—blockbuster seekers head to Omniplex MAXX, arthouse lovers to Lighthouse, and everyone in between can find their pick via Entertainment.ie listings.

What’s good in cinema now in Ireland?

Ireland’s cinema scene has genuinely diversified this spring. You can catch a James McAvoy comedy, a Jim Jarmusch indie drama, and an Irish horror film in the same weekend across different Dublin venues.

Dublin Cinema Recommendations

Three Dublin cinemas stand out for current programming:

• Omniplex Rathmines (9 screens) screens Lee Cronin’s The Mummy at 16:50-19:02 and 20:00-22:12, plus Super Mario Galaxy in MAXX 2 (Omniplex)
• Lighthouse Cinema hosts Italian Film Festival Ireland 2026 alongside regular releases (Lighthouse Cinema)
• Cineworld Dublin (Parnell Centre, 17 screens) offers IMAX and 4DX for blockbuster viewing

New Releases Overview

The Magic Faraway Tree brought Andrew Garfield to Irish screens March 27, 2026. Entertainment.ie aggregates listings across Omniplex, IMC, Vue, Stella, and Cineworld for comprehensive Dublin coverage.

The catch: Lighthouse and Omniplex have confirmed April 19-20 showtimes, but Vue Dublin and Cineworld listings lag behind—Vue updates its schedule every Tuesday for the following week.

What movies came out in theaters now?

March and April 2026 brought a wave of releases across genres, from Irish productions to international sci-fi. Here’s the breakdown by debut date.

Latest Openings

April releases lead current programming:

• California Schemin’ — April 10, 2026, 100 minutes, directed by James McAvoy (also stars)
• Father Mother Sister Brother — April 10, 2026, 100 minutes, directed by Jim Jarmusch, stars Adam Driver
• The Drama — April 3, 2026, 105 minutes, directed by Kristoffer Borgli, stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson

Upcoming in 2026

Rotten Tomatoes tracks 2026 theater releases with aggregated critic and audience scores. IMC Savoy confirms showtimes for multiple films including No Ordinary Heist (set in Belfast) and The Magic Faraway Tree.

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IMC Savoy listing for California Schemin’

What this means: Rotten Tomatoes provides a useful filter if you’re weighing between releases—check both critic scores and audience reactions before booking.

What is the No. 1 movie right now?

Box office leadership varies by territory. IMDb tracks US performance, while UK/Ireland numbers follow different reporting lines.

Current Box Office #1

Checking IMDb’s top box office for current US earners gives you the stateside picture, but Dublin cinema chains compile their own booking priorities—Omniplex fills MAXX auditoriums with whatever’s performing strongest per-showing.

• Project Hail Mary (March 14, 2026 release) maintains strong midweek attendance at Omniplex
• The Drama draws consistent Lighthouse evening crowds
• Hamnet (January 9, 2026, starring Paul Mescal) likely still in rotation at select venues

Critic Favorites

Rotten Tomatoes leaders blend critical consensus with audience scores—useful for deciding whether a film justifies premium format pricing. Lighthouse’s curated programming means their picks skew toward arthouse and festival circuits.

The trade-off: box office rankings reflect commercial performance, not quality. A film like The Drama with strong Lighthouse attendance might rank lower on total tickets sold but score higher with critics.

What’s the best film in the cinema at the moment?

“Best” depends on what you’re after—runtime, genre, format, or critic score. Dublin cinemas offer enough variety that the answer genuinely varies by viewer preference.

Highly Rated Now

Lighthouse Cinema’s April 20 lineup illustrates the current mix:

• Akira (15A, 125 mins) — 12:45, 16:00, 20:15
• Project Hail Mary (12A, 157 mins) — 12:45, 20:25
• Father Mother Sister Brother (12A, 110 mins) — 13:10, 18:00
• The Drama (15A, 105 mins) — 15:25, 18:35, 20:30
• California Schemin’ (15A, 107 mins) — 15:40
• Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (18, 134 mins) — 17:50 (Open Captioned), 20:55

Audience Picks

Omniplex Rathmines is a 9-screen cinema that calls itself “perfect for lovers of the big screen” — their MAXX auditoriums suit blockbusters like Project Hail Mary and The Mummy.

Omniplex Cinema Rathmines is a 9-screen cinema in Dublin… perfect place for lovers of the big screen.

Omniplex site (cinema promo)

For film fans weighing options: the choice breaks down cleanly—if you want premium format spectacle, Omniplex MAXX is your move; for curated arthouse and subtitles, Lighthouse delivers.

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Dublin cinema-goers exploring Odeon and Lighthouse options might also consult Omniplex showtimes across Ireland for the latest screenings at Omniplex venues nationwide.

Frequently asked questions

For Dublin cinema-goers, the practical takeaway is straightforward: Omniplex and Lighthouse have verified April 19-20 showtimes online right now, while Vue and Cineworld lag by several days. If you’re planning a specific screening, book directly with the chain rather than waiting for aggregator updates.