Critics Choice: The Best Movies of February 2022

Watch the trailers, and find information on the must-watch new movies of February 2022.

by Onyeka February 3, 2022, 4:16 pm 1.7k Views

Now that we’ve overcome the curse of January on good new movies, there’s a breathe of fresh air and renewed optimism, with some of the best and highly anticipated movies of 2022 already set to release this February.

Whether you’re a fan of romance, like I’ll Find You, Book of Love, Through My Window, and What About Love, or you’re into action, comedy, adventure, horror, etc, February has got you covered.

Below is a list of the best movies coming out in February 2022, as well as information on where, and when you can watch them.

Moonfall (February 4)

Genre: Action/Adventure/Thriller/Sci-Fi

Where to watch: Theatres

Moonfall is packed with stars, including Halle Berry, Michal Pena, and more. When a mysterious force knocks the moon off its orbit and sends it on a crash course into earth, humanity’s most brilliant and courageous minds must come together to avert the looming tragedy. And no, this is not another Don’t Look Up.

Book of Love (February 4)

Genre: Romance/Comedy

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Henry (Sam Claflin) is a struggling author, whose Spanish translator, Maria (Veronica Echegui) has albeit without his knowledge, changed his book into an erotic novel. Despite his resentment for her, they both can’t deny that they have chemistry.

Through My Window (February 4)

Genre: Romance

Where to watch: Netflix

This could be the perfect romance to watch with your partner on Valentine’s day. It’s got everything, intrigue, nudity, thrill, and it’s in a foreign language- Spanish.

The Fabulous Filipino Brothers (February 8)

Genre: Drama/Comedy

Where to watch: Theatres

The Basco brothers star in this drama about family, roots, and love. The Fabulous Filipino Brothers is a comedy that everyone who likes to feel good should certainly watch.

Kimi (February 10)

Genre: Drama/Thriller

Where to watch: HBO Max

Zoe Kravitz is a tech worker who stumbles upon a recorded evidence of a murder. Unfortunately for her, there are people on high places, who will stop at nothing but to ensure that the evidence is buried.

Backlight (February 11)

Genre: Action/Thriller

Who let the dog loose? Liam Neeson is the star of this action packed thriller about a freelance government operative confronted with the ghost of his past, as the life of his daughter and granddaughter are threatened.

Death on The Nile (February 11)

Genre: Drama/Thriller

Where to watch: Theatres

The most revered detective in the world is back! After resolving the Orient Express murder, Hercules Poirot must now turn his attention to another mysterious high profile murder aboard a luxurious river streamer along the Nile. Death On The Nile stars Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, Ali Fazal, Simon Kinberg, Tom Bateman, Kenneth Branagh, Michael Green, and Annette Bening,

Marry Me (February 11)

Genre: Romance/Comedy/Musical

Where to watch: Theatres

Another special valentine entry! Marry Me stars Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson- a super star singer and a high school math teacher- as they navigate an unfamiliar love affair as two people from extremely different classes of life. Will their love stand the test of popularity and circumstances?

Uncharted (February 18)

Genre: Action/Adventure

Where to watch: Theatres

Uncharted is undoubtedly one of the flagship movies of 2022. Based on the prequel storyline from the Naughty Dog video game for PlayStation, the story is focused on the young thief Nathan Drake (Tom Holland), and his first encounter with the professional rogue, Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg).

Dog (February 18)

Genre: Comedy

Where to watch: Theatres

Dog is a feel-good comedy that follows the misadventures of two former Army Rangers paired against their will on the road trip of a lifetime. Army Ranger Briggs (Channing Tatum) and Lulu (a Belgian Malinois dog) buckle into a 1984 Ford Bronco and race down the Pacific Coast in hopes of making it to a fellow soldier’s funeral on time. Along the way, they’ll drive each other completely crazy, break a small handful of laws, narrowly evade death, and learn to let down their guards in order to have a fighting chance of finding happiness.

Sneakerella (February 18)

Genre: Comedy/Musical

Where to watch: Disney Plus

El, an aspiring sneaker designer from who works as a stock boy in the shoe store that once belonged to his late mother. He hides his artistic talent from his overburdened stepfather and two mean-spirited stepbrothers who constantly thwart any opportunity that comes his way. When El meets Kira King, the fiercely independent daughter of legendary basketball star and sneaker tycoon Darius King, sparks fly as the two bond over their mutual affinity for sneakers. With a little nudge from his best friend and a sprinkle of Fairy Godfather magic, El finds the courage to use his talent to pursue his dream of becoming a ‘legit’ sneaker designer in the industry.

I’ll Find You (February 23)

Genre: Drama/Romance/

Where to watch: Theatres

All roads lead to Germany during the reign of Hitler and the beginning of world war II in this romance reminiscent of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.

Tyler Perry’s A Madea Homecoming (February 25)

Genre: Comedy

Where to watch: Netflix

Madea has finally returned- and she’s not taking any BS, as family drama erupts at her grandchild’s graduation. Also, looks like she’s met another person as crazy as she is.