New Releases in Ukrainian Cinemas on May 7, 2026
Eight films are hitting Ukrainian screens on May 7, 2026, offering a diverse lineup that includes:
- 'Tired,' a psychological drama produced in Ukraine
- The action film 'Mortal Kombat II'
- German dramas 'Reflection No. 3' and 'Amrum'
- The American thriller 'Psychosis: Broken Reality'
- Concert films 'Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft' and 'Iron Maiden: Burning Ambitions'
- The adventure comedy 'Sheep Detectives'
Film Overview
Directed by Simon McQuoid in the United States, 'Mortal Kombat II' stars Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Tati Gabrielle, and Lewis Tan. The film carries an R-rating, and its predecessor, 'Mortal Kombat' (2021), had a $55 million budget while grossing $84 million. McQuoid has described the sequel as
“a reward for fans who have been waiting for the real Tournament”.
Ukraine’s psychological drama 'Tired' marks the feature-length debut of director Yuriy Dunai. It won the Grand Prix at the Molodist International Film Festival in 2025 and received a special mention at the Parajanov Prize from the National Union of Cinematographers. The cast includes Valeriya Khodos, Dmytro Sova, Irma Vitovska, Daria Tvoronovych, Olena Uzlyuk, Oleksandr Mavrits, Oleksandr Sokolov, and Dasha Leheyda. The screenplay was written by Solomiya Tomashchuk, with cinematography by Volodymyr Ivanov and music by Oleksandr Yarmola. Khodos earned the Black Lotus Award for Best Acting, while Tvoronovych was recognized as Best Supporting Actress.
German director Christian Petzold’s 'Reflection No. 3' features actors Paula Beer, Barbara Auer, Matthias Brandt, and Enno Trebs. The film was praised at the Berlin International Film Festival for its psychological subtlety. Another German drama, 'Amrum,' directed by Fatih Akin, won a directing award at the Locarno Festival. Its cast includes Jasper Billerbeck, Diane Kruger, Kian Köppke, Matthias Schweighöfer, and Hark Bohm.
The American thriller 'Psychosis: Broken Reality,' directed by and starring Samuel Gonzalez Jr., features James Preston, William Fichtner, Aaron Dalla Villa, Gigi Gaston, Meredith Thomas, Matthew Fahey, and Melanie Martin. The film’s official budget has not been disclosed.
The concert film 'Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft,' shot in 3D under the direction of James Cameron and Billie Eilish, is being shown in IMAX and 3D formats. Footage was captured during her 2024–2025 world tour. Cameron has called the film
“an intimate and technologically groundbreaking experience for the audience,”while Eilish is described as a 'next-generation artist.'
'Iron Maiden: Burning Ambitions,' directed by Malcolm Venville, presents concert clips from The Future Past Tour (2023–2024). Venville noted it aims to 'show Maiden from the inside, without embellishment, but with all the grandeur of their art.' Iron Maiden, founded by Steve Harris in 1975, has sold over 100 million records.
The final release is 'Sheep Detectives,' directed by Kyle Balda. Based on Leonie Swann’s novel 'Glennkill: A Sheep Detective Story,' the film stars Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Nicholas Braun, Hong Chau, Tosin Cole, and Regina Hall. Filming took place in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
This wave of releases highlights the growing Ukrainian film industry and the rising audience demand for diverse genres. The psychological drama 'Tired' showcases Ukrainian talent with international festival recognition, while the blockbuster 'Mortal Kombat II' extends a popular franchise sure to satisfy action fans. Concert films offering unique experiences also underscore the role of music culture in cinema. Together, these new titles reflect the broad spectrum of modern viewer interests.
As the cinematic landscape evolves, audiences are treated to a variety of films, including notable releases from Ukraine. For a deeper insight into another significant premiere, check out our coverage of the most anticipated films from April 23, featuring a Michael Jackson biopic and the Ukrainian thriller 'Killhouse'.