Award show season, the Super Bowl and the Met Gala—oh my! There are many pop culture moments to look forward to in 2025. Pencil in these events as well as the release dates of films and TV series.
They say good things come to those who wait—and fans have certainly waited a long time for the release of some of their favorite TV shows.
Luckily, they won’t have to be patient for too much longer as many are dropping in 2025.
Take Severance, for instance. After a nearly three-year hiatus, season two of the Apple TV+ series is finally streaming Jan. 17—giving viewers an update on Mark Scout (Adam Scott) and the rest of his team at Lumon Industries. The White Lotus viewers are also ready to check in on their new guests in Thailand when season three premieres Feb. 16 on Max after a two-year gap. And while an official release date for Stranger Things season five has yet to be announced, fans are preparing to have their world turned upside down when Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) and the gang return for the final installment of the Netflix series later this year.
But TV show release dates aren’t the only ones fans are marking on their calendars in 2025. They’re also staying on top of movie premieres, like the Freaky Friday sequel.
Twenty-two years after Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis starred in the 2003 version, they’re coming back for the sequel Freakier Friday set to hit theaters Aug. 8 (and yes, Chad Michael Murray will be in it too). And after its very popu-ler (lar!) debut at the box office, Wicked‘s act two film, Wicked: For Good, is flying onto screens Nov. 21.
In fact, there are many star-studded events to look forward to in the new year. There’s award show season—including the Golden Globes, Grammys, Oscars and more—as well as the Super Bowl. And of course, you can’t forget about the first Monday in May when celebrities will be showcasing their fashionable looks at the Met Gala.
To see more upcoming pop culture events in 2025—including ones the E! team is excited for—keep reading.
Golden Globes: Jan. 5
The Golden Globes will kick off award show season in early January, with Nikki Glaser serving as host.
In terms of the night’s top contenders, Emilia Pérez leads the film nominations with 10 nods followed by The Brutalist with seven and Conclave with six. On the TV side, The Bear served up the most nominations with five followed by Only Murders in the Building and Shogun with four each (see the full list here).
The Traitors Season 3: Jan. 9
“I am counting down the seconds until The Traitors season three drops. They already deserve an Emmy for their casting this season. Reality TV legends and chaos magnets all under one roof, and I’m itching to watch Dorinda [Medley] spiral trying to figure out who’s lying to her face. Betrayals, backstabbing, and Alan Cumming in another kilted serve? Inject it directly into my veins.”
– Erica Levine, Senior Producer/Editor
Severance Season 2: Jan. 17
The return of must-see TV! I can’t wait to find out what happens next on Severance after that shocking season one finale.
– Jess Cohen, Deputy Editor
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (the 3rd Fourth Wing book): Jan. 21
There was a huge cliffhanger in the second book with one of the main characters and apparently the book series is getting a show on Prime I believe! So big thing!
– Brianna DeJesus-Banos, Associate Producer E! News Digital Video
Grammys: Feb. 2
The Beyhive will surely be buzzing with excitement for the 2025 Grammy Awards.
Beyoncé leads the nominees with 11 nods followed by Charli xcx, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Post Malone with seven apiece. Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Taylor Swift follow closely behind with six nominations each. ()
Super Bowl LIX & Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show: Feb. 9
While football fans are still waiting to see which two teams will take the field on Super Bowl Sunday, Kendrick Lamar is getting in the zone for the Halftime Show.
“Rap music is still the most impactful genre to date,” the Grammy winner said in a statement obtained by E! News. “And I’ll be there to remind the world why. They got the right one.”
In fact, Kendrick has already had a bit of practice as he was part of the 2022 Halftime Show with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem and Mary J. Blige.
Yellowjackets Season 3: Feb. 14
It’s been two years waiting on the next arc of Yellowjackets and my partner and I are DYING to know what happens next. Who else got eaten? Are there more survivors? What will happen to Lottie?! And WHO is the Antler Queen?!!??! It’s coming out on Feb. 14th in 2025, in case you needed Valentine’s Day plans.
The White Lotus Season 3: Feb. 16
And, of course, ready for new twists and turns in The White Lotus season three!
– Jess Cohen, Deputy Editor
Saturday Night Live‘s 50th Anniversary: Feb. 16
As a parent a highlight of my weekend is often making it all the way through Saturday Night Live without falling asleep. (Don’t judge, raising young kids can be joyful, but it’s also exhausting AF.) So, February’s SNL50 Primetime Special is already circled on my calendar. With promises to “welcome stars of the past and present to Studio 8H” I’m eager to see which alumni and big-named stars are tapped to appear.
– Sarah Grossbart, Deputy Editor
SAG Awards: Feb. 23
You know you love her, XOXO, which is why fans are so excited Kristen Bell will be hosting the 2025 SAG Awards.
Suits: LA season 1: Feb. 23
OG Suits was such an iconic series, but like all good things, it had to come to an end. However, I have no objection to a new legal drama with the same juicy kinds of storylines. I’m so excited to see where Aaron Korsh will take the characters in the Los Angeles law firm, especially Bryan Greenberg’s character Rick Dodson. Hopefully, we’ll see some familiar faces, too! *Cough cough* Donna and Harvey *cough cough*.
– Brahmjot Kaur, Associate Writer/Editor
Conan O’Brien Hosting the Oscars: March 2
I couldn’t have been more thrilled when Conan O’Brien was announced as host of the 2025 Oscars. Have I seen all the award season movies yet? No. Do I think Conan’s a genius who deserves his flowers? Yes.
– Natalie Finn, Senior Features Editor
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins: March 18
The odds are in our favor in 2025. Suzanne Collins‘ highly anticipated novel Sunrise on the Reaping will be hitting shelves on March 18, 2025. Hunger Games fans have been patiently awaiting the captivating story of beloved character Haymitch Abernathy and the events of the Second Quarter Quell for years, and we’ll be the first in line.
– Adelline Sassani, Social Media Coordinator
Andor Season 2: April 22
I have admittedly had a hard time keeping up with the ever-expanding universes of Star Wars, Marvel and more. However, Andor, which follows Diego Luna’s Rogue One character Cassian Andor on his journey from smuggler to rebel leader, is in a league of its own—and, tbh, is maybe one of the best Star Wars installments since the original trilogy with its singular focus and gripping story. While the second season is its last, it’ll surely be one for the ages.
– Meg Kirby, Copy Editor
Met Gala: May 5
Mark your calendars for the first Monday in May! New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced that the Costume Institute’s 2025 exhibit will be Superfine: Tailoring Black Style and will “examine the historical and cultural emergence of the Black Dandy, tracing the figure from 18th-century depictions to modern-day representations.”
As for who will be hosting the Met Gala, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams and Anna Wintour will serve as co-chairs and LeBron James will be an honorary chair of the fashionable ball.
Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Movie: May 23
Live action remakes of beloved animated films are not usually my cup of tea—unless, of course, it is my favorite animated film. Lilo & Stitch is the perfect movie and based on the first look of the CGI Stitch, I already have faith that this remake will be up to my very high standards. Maia Kealoha is perfectly cast as Lilo, and I can’t wait to make this movie a must-see for all of my little nieces and nephews. Here’s to hoping Mark Keali’i Ho’omalu’s “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” gets a needle drop.
– Olivia Evans, Associate Writer/Editor
Freakier Friday: Aug. 8
“You’re it. You’re the ultimate. It’s automatic, I’m sure of it”—that I will be seeing Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis‘ Freaky Friday sequel Freakier Friday. After waiting more than two decades since the 2003’s version release, I’m so ready to see what’s up with Anna, Tess and Chad Michael Murray‘s character Jake.
– Elyse Dupré, Features Writer/Editor
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Summer
I can’t decide if I’m more excited for this because I will no longer have to think about the Fisher brothers ever again when it ends, or because of how much of a fan I am of Jenny Han. Either way, this will be the event of my summer. Although the last season did not end favorably for Conrad fans or—in my personal opinion—Belly, it was a quintessential part of my 2023 summer to settle into my couch each week and live text my sister my reactions to every mistake made by these nearly-unredeemable characters. If you’ve read the books, you’ll know that this season has many more in store (even if Jenny said there will be changes from the source material).
And while I’ll certainly miss seeing Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, Gavin Casalegno and the rest of the cast perfectly execute these roles, I’m also excited to see where they’ll go next. With every end is a new beginning!
– Olivia Evans, Associate Writer/Editor
Wicked: For Good: Nov. 21
Given that much of the past year was spent holding space for the perfect stage-to-screen adaptation that was Wicked, I suspect that 2025 will consist of theatre kids around the world playing the soundtrack on repeat in anticipation for the release of Wicked: For Good in November. Hearing Jonathan Bailey and Cynthia Erivo’s rendition of “As Long As You’re Mine” will likely make my year—and I will no doubt be giggling and kicking my feet while watching through my full-body sobs.”
– Desiree Anello, Associate Writer
The Last of Us Season 2: TBD
I’m so ready for the return of Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey as they fight to survive the chaos of their fungus-infected world. Season one was full of beautiful stories of survival and love (Nick Offerman and Murray Bartlett as Bill and Frank?! C’mon.) set against a backdrop of evil leaders with ulterior motives (lookin’ at you, Melanie Lynskey) and I’m so ready to see more. And we’re gaining Catherine O’Hara and Kaitlyn Dever?! Season two is an embarrassment of riches that can’t come soon enough.
– Bentley Maddox, Associate Writer/Editor
Stranger Things Season 5: TBD
While no official release date has been shared, Netflix confirmed its beloved franchise will come to an end in 2025 and I am waiting with bated breath for what is sure to be an epic conclusion. Eight years in the making, we really have watched these young stars grow up before our very eyes and I will be locked in to see how this saga is finally brought to a close. (And will be crossing my fingers for a miraculous resurrection of Joseph Quinn‘s Eddie Munson.)
– Hayley Santaflorentina, Associate Writer/Editor
Squid Game Season 3: TBD
After patiently waiting for three years, fans have been binge-watching season two of Squid Game—which received a Golden Globes nomination for Best Television Drama before it even dropped. But Netflix has already given the green light for season three. And while it hasn’t revealed the official release date, it has confirmed it will debut in 2025 and that it will be the last season. Let the games begin.
– Elyse Dupré, Features Writer/Editor
The Bear Season 4: TBD
Okay, so not everyone said “Yes Chef!” to season three. I, however, am still looking forward to what Carmy and co have in store come season four, especially since we see Sydney sitting down with his mom—which should make for one interesting turn out of many.
– Kisha Forde, Assignment Editor
Black Mirror Season 7: TBD
Six months after Netflix announced Black Mirror would be returning for its seventh season in 2025—hinting it will feature “six new stories, but one looks a little familiar“—it revealed the star-studded cast. And let’s just say, you’re sure to recognize more than one name on the list, with it including Awkwafina, Chris O’Dowd, Emma Corrin, Issa Rae, Paul Giamatti, Rashida Jones, Tracee Ellis Ross and more.
Wednesday Season 2: TBD
It’s creepy and it’s kooky and it absolutely charmed me in season one. Three years later, Tim Burton‘s Wednesday is coming back for its second season and I cannot wait to see Jenna Ortega‘s titular character continue to begrudgingly blossom out of her grey-scale shell.
– Hayley Santaflorentina, Associate Writer/Editor
Halsey’s 2025 Tour: TBD
Halsey will add more color to our lives next year, when she’s expected to hit the road following the release of their fifth album The Great Impersonator in October. As Halsey teased during a performance that month, “I’m going to be working really, really hard to get ready for my headline tour this summer.” And if fans are lucky, the set list will include her new banger “Ego,” which was inspired The Cranberries musician Dolores O’Riordan, as well as Halsey’s take on Britney Spears‘ “Lucky.”
– Lindsay Weinberg, Assignment Editor
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