Movie lovers have spoken and the hype for 2025 is officially centered on vampires. A recent audience poll from the famous cinema chain Alamo Drafthouse reveals that Ryan Coogler’s upcoming horror thriller Sinners is the movie fans want to see the most this year. The film beat out heavy competition from legendary directors and major franchise reboots.
The excitement surrounding the Michael B. Jordan vehicle signals a massive shift in viewer interest toward original horror concepts. This poll serves as a reliable snapshot of what general audiences are actually planning to buy tickets for in the coming months.
Ryan Coogler and Michael B Jordan Take the Top Spot
The partnership between director Ryan Coogler and actor Michael B. Jordan is undefeated in the eyes of fans. Their latest collaboration secured 14.9% of the total votes in the Alamo Drafthouse poll. Sinners is a supernatural period thriller set in the Jim Crow South and promises to deliver a terrifying new take on vampire lore.
Fans are eager to see Jordan step into a dual role that many insiders describe as his most challenging work yet. The buzz is not just about the scares but the emotional depth the duo always brings to the screen.
The movie arrives in theaters in March and has clearly captured the imagination of the public more than any blockbuster sequel.
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Paul Thomas Anderson and Horror Hits Follow Close
The second spot on the list went to Paul Thomas Anderson’s mysterious new project. Known currently by the title The Battle of Baktan Cross (referenced in some circles as One Battle After Another), the film captured 13.3% of the audience interest. With a cast that includes Leonardo DiCaprio, this high budget production is generating massive curiosity.
Horror continues to dominate the movie landscape for 2025. Zach Cregger’s Weapons landed firmly in third place with 5.9% of the vote. Cregger previously shocked audiences with Barbarian and fans are desperate to see his next twisted vision.
Other titles that earned significant points include Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein and James Gunn’s Superman. It is a diverse year where superhero epics are fighting for attention against auteur driven thrillers.
Comedy and Horror Standouts for the Year
The poll also broke down anticipation by specific genres. While drama and action took the main headlines, comedy fans are rallying behind a familiar title. Akiva Schaffer’s reboot of The Naked Gun was voted the movie most likely to be the funniest of 2025.
Liam Neeson starring in a slapstick comedy has captured 17% of the comedy focused ballots.
When it comes to pure terror, the competition was fierce. While Sinners is a thriller, strictly horror fans pointed to Weapons as their most dreaded watch. It secured 32% of the horror votes. This was followed by the long awaited sequel 28 Years Later which rounds out the top three scary picks.
Top Anticipated Horror Films (Audience Vote)
| Rank | Movie Title | Director | Vote Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Weapons | Zach Cregger | 32% |
| 2 | Sinners | Ryan Coogler | 24% |
| 3 | 28 Years Later | Danny Boyle | 18% |
Early Oscar Predictions From Moviegoers
It might seem early to talk about awards but movie buffs are already placing their bets. The Alamo Drafthouse crowd was asked which upcoming release has the best shot at winning Best Picture.
Over half of the voters believed Paul Thomas Anderson’s The Battle of Baktan Cross is the frontrunner. A staggering 54% of respondents see the DiCaprio led film taking home the gold statue.
Sinners also has strong awards potential according to the fans. It earned 15% of the prediction votes. This suggests audiences are expecting high quality filmmaking from these genre movies rather than just popcorn entertainment.
The year 2025 is shaping up to be a battle between original storytelling and star power. Whether you love vampires, slapstick humor or intense drama, the theaters will have something for everyone.
