The Best New Movies of 2025: A Guide to Certified Fresh Films

The year is still fresh, and so are the movies! As we dive into 2025, it's time to look at the cinematic landscape and highlight the best new movies gracing our screens. This guide, updated regularly, will present the top-rated films, focusing on those achieving "Certified Fresh" status.

What Makes a Movie "Certified Fresh?"

A "Certified Fresh" movie comes from Rotten Tomatoes, a trusted source for movie and TV show reviews. To earn this distinction, a film must:

• Achieve a Tomatometer score of 75% or higher.
• Receive reviews from a specific number of critics (this number varies depending on the type of release).

Here are some of the top movies that have earned the "Certified Fresh" badge in 2025.

Top-Rated Movies of 2025 (So Far)

1. One of Them Days (2025)

   • Tomatometer: 95%
   • Critics Consensus: With standout performances from Keke Palmer and SZA, this buddy comedy brings magical charm back to the genre.
   • Synopsis: Best friends Dreux and Alyssa are in for a whirlwind of a day.
   • Stars: Keke Palmer, SZA, Lil Rel Howery
   • Director: Lawrence Lamont

2. Companion (2025)

   • Tomatometer: 94%
   • Critics Consensus: Offers demented domestic bliss through clever twists.
   • Synopsis: From the creators of "Barbarian," experience something new regarding domestic disturbance.
   • Stars: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Megan Suri
   • Director: Drew Hancock

3. Paddington in Peru (2024)

   • Tomatometer: 93%
   • Critics Consensus: A delightful family adventure in a fresh setting.
   • Synopsis: Paddington ventures to Peru when his Aunt goes missing.
   • Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Jim Broadbent
   • Director: Dougal WilsonThis movie is also a rare example of successful IP continuation.

4. The Colors Within (2024)

   • Tomatometer: 93%
   • Critics Consensus: A vibrant celebration of human connection.
   • Synopsis: A high school student sees the 'colors' of others.
   • Stars: Sayu Suzukawa, Akari Takaishi, Yui Aragaki
   • Director: Naoko Yamada

5. The Damned (2024)

   • Tomatometer: 90%
   • Critics Consensus: A patient and cerebral approach to horror.
   • Synopsis: In the 19th century, a widow is faced with an impossible choice
   • Stars: Odessa Young, Joe Cole, Siobhan Finneran
   • Director: Þórður Pálsson

6. Bring Them Down (2024)

   • Tomatometer: 90%
   • Critics Consensus: A nuanced and suspenseful tale of a destructive neighborly feud.
   • Synopsis: A tense thriller about vengeance.
   • Stars: Christopher Abbott, Barry Keoghan, Paul Ready
   • Director: Chris Andrews

7. Presence (2024)

   • Tomatometer: 88%
   • Critics Consensus: A slow-burning spectral thriller, showcasing Steven Soderbergh's stylistic flair.
   • Synopsis: A family moves into a suburban house and believes is not alone.
   • Stars: Lucy Liu, Julia Fox, Chris Sullivan
   • Director: Steven Soderbergh

8. Heart Eyes (2025)

   • Tomatometer: 81%
   • Critics Consensus: A bloody valentine that cleverly blends slasher gore with rom-com sweetness.
   • Synopsis: A killer terrorizes Valentine's Day.
   • Stars: Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding, Michaela Watkins
   • Director: Josh Ruben

9. Armand (2024)

   • Tomatometer: 77%
   • Critics Consensus: Renate Reinsve's performance keeps this ambitious film together.
   • Synopsis: Elisabeth is called into a parent-teacher conference and presented with scathing allegations.
   • Stars: Renate Reinsve, Ellen Dorrit Petersen, Endre Hellestveit
   • Director: Halfdan Ullmann Tøndel

Stay Updated

The world of cinema is always evolving. It's essential to stay informed with the latest reviews and ratings to make the best viewing choices. Keep checking back for the most up-to-date list of Certified Fresh movies in 2025 and discover your next favorite film! In the meantime, why not look back at some of the best movies of 2024?