New movie releases this week in D-FW, opening Feb. 27

A look at the latest films coming to theaters in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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This week's new movie releases in the Dallas-Fort Worth area include an erotic thriller "DREAMS" starring Jessica Chastain and Isaac Hernández, a comedy "K-POPS!" about a washed-up musician working on a K-pop competition show, the sci-fi film "MATTER OF TIME" about a time-stopping device, the horror sequel "SCREAM 7", and the drama "UNDERCARD" about a boxing trainer reconnecting with her estranged son.

Why it matters

The Dallas-Fort Worth area is a major media market, and new movie releases are closely watched by entertainment fans and the local film industry. These diverse new films cater to a range of genres and demographics, offering something for everyone in the region's moviegoing audience.

The details

The new films include "DREAMS", an erotic thriller about an American socialite having a dangerous affair with an undocumented Mexican ballet dancer; "K-POPS!", a comedy about a washed-up musician working on a K-pop competition show in Seoul; "MATTER OF TIME", a sci-fi film about an aspiring video game designer who obtains a time-stopping device; "SCREAM 7", the latest installment of the horror franchise with a new Ghostface killer; and "UNDERCARD", a drama about a boxing trainer reconnecting with her estranged son.

  • The new movies are opening in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on February 27, 2026.

The players

Jessica Chastain

An American actress known for her roles in films like "Zero Dark Thirty" and "The Help".

Isaac Hernández

A Mexican ballet dancer who has appeared in productions around the world.

Anderson .Paak

An American rapper, singer, and record producer.

Neve Campbell

A Canadian actress best known for her role as Sidney Prescott in the "Scream" horror film franchise.

Wanda Sykes

An American comedian, actress, and writer known for her stand-up comedy and roles in TV shows like "Curb Your Enthusiasm".

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The takeaway

The Dallas-Fort Worth area continues to be an important market for the film industry, with a wide variety of new releases catering to different tastes and interests in the local moviegoing community.