April 2025 Movies Coming to the Philippines

April 2025 movies are shaping up to be an exciting month for moviegoers in the Philippines, with a diverse lineup of films that span adventure, horror, action, and suspense. Whether you’re a fan of video game adaptations, psychological thrillers, or hard-hitting dramas, there’s something for everyone to look forward to. The highly anticipated Minecraft Movie kicks off the month, bringing the beloved game to life with an all-star cast led by Jason Momoa and Jack Black. Meanwhile, local cinema takes center stage with Gulay Lang, Manong, an intense drama that delves into the complexities of the cannabis trade in the Philippines. For those craving psychological tension, Drop promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats with its high-stakes, nerve-wracking premise.

Horror fans won’t be left out, as The Demon Disorder delivers supernatural terror with an unsettling family drama at its core, while Until Dawn, based on the popular PlayStation game, offers a mind-bending slasher experience. Action and thriller lovers can anticipate Sinners, a gripping tale of two brothers caught in the clutches of darkness, and The Accountant 2, which sees Ben Affleck’s Christian Wolff return for another high-stakes mission. With a mix of blockbuster spectacles, chilling horrors, and thought-provoking dramas, April 2025 movies promise a cinematic experience that will captivate audiences across the Philippines.

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.*

April 2 – A Minecraft Movie (Warner Bros. Pictures)

Cast: Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, Sebastian Eugene Hansen, with Jennifer Coolidge. Directed by: Jared Hess

Step into the pixelated realm of Minecraft, where creativity isn’t just a tool—it’s the key to survival! In this thrilling big-screen adventure, four unlikely heroes—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Jason Momoa), Henry (Sebastian Eugene Hansen), Natalie (Emma Myers), and Dawn (Danielle Brooks)—are grappling with their own real-world struggles when a mysterious portal pulls them into the Overworld. Trapped in a strange, blocky landscape filled with dangers and wonders, they must quickly learn the rules of this new universe. With the help of an expert crafter, the legendary Steve (Jack Black), they embark on a daring quest to return home, facing off against Piglins, Zombies, and other monstrous threats that lurk in the shadows.

As their adventure unfolds, the group realizes that Minecraft isn’t just about building structures—it’s about building courage, teamwork, and resilience. Each challenge pushes them to tap into their hidden strengths and rediscover the power of their own creativity. But as they journey deeper into this ever-changing world, they must also confront an even greater challenge: a looming evil that threatens not just the Overworld, but the fate of their own reality. With stakes higher than they ever imagined, Garrett and his friends will need to craft more than just tools and weapons—they’ll have to forge a path home before time runs out.

April 2 – Gulay Lang, Manong (Ayala Malls Cinemas EXCLUSIVE)

Cast: Cedrick Juan, Perry Dizon, BJ Tolits Forbes, Ranzel, Dong Abay and Lui Manansala. Directed by: BC Amparado

Struggling farmer Pilo Sabado never imagined that his quiet life in the countryside would be upended by the shadows of the drug trade. But when his grandson Ricky becomes entangled in the cannabis business alongside his reckless friend Razer, Pilo is thrust into a perilous game of survival. When Ricky is arrested by the relentless SPO3 Ariel Lacson, Pilo is given an impossible choice: assist the authorities in capturing Razer, or watch his grandson’s future disappear behind bars. As Pilo and Ariel form an uneasy alliance, they venture into the murky depths of a cartel-controlled operation, uncovering a truth far more complex than either had anticipated. The drug trade they seek to dismantle is deeply intertwined with the political elite—specifically a powerful senator who relies on the illicit network to procure life-saving cannabis treatments for his epileptic daughter.

As the lines between right and wrong blur, Pilo and Ariel must confront their own biases and past mistakes. Pilo, once a man of simple convictions, is forced to weigh his grandson’s freedom against the greater good, while Ariel, hardened by years of law enforcement, begins to question the system he serves. Their journey takes them through betrayals, shifting allegiances, and deadly consequences, forcing them to make a choice: turn a blind eye and secure their own safety, or risk everything to expose the truth. With their lives and the future of countless others at stake, they must decide whether justice is worth the cost—or if survival means embracing the very corruption they set out to fight.

April 9 – Drop (Universal Pictures)

Cast: Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Violett Beane, Jacob Robinson. Directed by: Christopher Landon

Violet (Meghann Fahy), a widowed mother eager to step back into the world of dating, finally musters the courage to meet Henry (Brandon Sklenar) at an upscale restaurant. At first, the evening seems promising—Henry is charming, attentive, and far more attractive than she had anticipated. Just as Violet begins to relax, her phone buzzes with a message that sends a chill down her spine. The texts escalate quickly, warning her to follow specific instructions or risk the lives of her young son and babysitting sister. A hooded figure lurking on her home security cameras confirms the terrifying reality—this isn’t just a cruel joke. Someone is watching, and they mean every word.

As the night unfolds, Violet is forced into a high-stakes game of survival, balancing her growing horror with the need to keep her date unsuspecting. Each new directive from her tormentor tightens the noose, pushing her closer to an unthinkable conclusion: murder Henry, or watch her family die. But who is behind the messages, and why has she been chosen for this twisted game? With every second counting down to an irreversible decision, Violet must outthink her captor, uncover the truth, and fight to protect the ones she loves—before it’s too late.

April 9 – The Demon Disorder (Ayala Malls Cinemas EXCLUSIVE)

Cast: John Noble, Charles Cottier, Dirk Hunter, Christian Willis. Directed by: Steven Boyle

Marking the directorial debut of special effects master Steven Boyle (“The Matrix” trilogy, “The Hobbit”), The Demon Disorder is a chilling Australian horror film that explores the terrifying grip of generational trauma and supernatural vengeance. When three estranged brothers reunite in their childhood home, they are confronted by an unimaginable nightmare—their youngest sibling has been possessed by the malevolent spirit of their deceased father (John Noble). As they grapple with their fractured past, they must also face an entity that knows their deepest fears, darkest secrets, and every weakness they’ve ever tried to bury. How do you fight something that refuses to stay dead?

As the brothers struggle to break free from their father’s lingering wrath, they are forced to confront painful truths about their upbringing and the sins that bind them together. The lines between the real and the supernatural blur, turning their family home into a battlefield where the only way out may be to embrace the very darkness they’ve feared all their lives. With heart-stopping scares and a gripping emotional core, The Demon Disorder is more than just a horror film—it’s a haunting exploration of the demons we inherit and the ones we create ourselves.

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April 19 – Sinners

Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson , Omar Benson Miller, Delroy Lindo. Directed by: Ryan Coogler

From visionary director Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Creed) comes Sinners, a gripping new thriller starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role. The film follows twin brothers who, after years of estrangement, return to their hometown in search of a fresh start. But as they try to rebuild their lives, they uncover dark secrets lurking beneath the surface—secrets that refuse to stay buried. What begins as an attempt at redemption quickly spirals into a nightmarish struggle against an evil far more insidious than anything they left behind.

As the brothers delve deeper into the town’s past, they realize that their family’s history is intertwined with a sinister force that has been waiting for their return. Old grudges resurface, and as paranoia sets in, they must confront not only the horrors around them but also the demons within. With stunning performances and Coogler’s signature intensity, Sinners is a chilling exploration of guilt, fate, and the inescapable pull of the past.

April 25 – The Accountant 2

Cast: Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson and J.K. Simmons. Directed by: Gavin O’Connor

Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is no ordinary accountant—his genius for numbers is matched only by his deadly precision. When an old acquaintance is murdered, leaving behind a cryptic message to “find the accountant,” Wolff is drawn into a dangerous mystery that threatens to unravel everything he thought he knew. As he digs deeper, he realizes the only way to uncover the truth is to take matters into his own hands. But this time, he won’t be working alone.

Forced to confront his past, Wolff turns to his estranged brother, Brax (Jon Bernthal), a highly skilled and ruthless operative. Together, with the help of U.S. Treasury Deputy Director Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), they begin to dismantle a conspiracy so vast that it places them in the crosshairs of a powerful and merciless network of assassins. With enemies closing in from all sides, Wolff and Brax must outthink and outfight an organization willing to kill to protect its secrets. As the body count rises, the question remains—who really holds the ledger on life and death?

April 2025 – Until Dawn

Cast: Ella Rubin, Michael Cimino, Odessa A’zion, Ji-young Yoo, Belmont Cameli, Maia Mitchell, and Peter Stormare. Directed by: David F. Sandberg

One year after her sister Melanie’s mysterious disappearance, Clover and her friends venture into the remote valley where she was last seen, desperate for answers. Their search leads them to an abandoned visitor center, where an eerie presence lingers. But before they can piece together the truth, they are hunted down by a masked killer, meeting gruesome fates—only to wake up at the beginning of the same night. Time resets, trapping them in a nightmarish loop where each death brings them back to the start.

As they struggle to escape, they discover that the killer is never the same, shifting into increasingly horrifying and unpredictable forms with every cycle. The valley itself seems to be toying with them, warping reality and bending the rules of life and death. With each loop, their fear mounts, their numbers dwindle, and their desperation grows. Hope fading, they soon realize the only way out is to break the cycle and survive until dawn—but in a place where the night is endless, survival is easier said than done. “Until Dawn,” directed by David F. Sandberg, stars Ella Rubin, Michael Cimino, Odessa A’zion, Ji-young Yoo, Belmont Cameli, Maia Mitchell, and Peter Stormare, bringing the chilling PlayStation Studios video game to life in an intense cinematic experience.