As summer shifts into gear, the movie calendar expands with more tentpole, big-budget spectacles to entice bigger draws to local theaters. This includes everything from millennial legacy sequels, ’80s nostalgia bait, a new creature feature from Steven Spielberg, a Jonas Brother, Steve-O, and Supergirl.

It’s a lighter month for streaming releases, though even Netflix isn’t immune to the power of throwbacks, with a new Jennifer Lopez-led rom-com kicking off the month. That said, there’s more to June than just the official star of blockbuster season. There are several independent and experimental features premiering, from the horror-romance “Leviticus” to comedian John Early’s feature-film debut, and the latest character drama from Olivia Wilde, stepping back into the director’s seat. From caped crusaders to complicated depictions of the complexities of marriage, June is delivering a wide range of entertainment.

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“Office Romance”
Jennifer Lopez returns once again to rom-coms, this time with “Ted Lasso” writer and star Brett Goldstein in tow. Directed by Ol Parker (“Ticket to Paradise”), the film follows a CEO whose strict business style and anti-fraternization policy are threatened by the arrival of an attractive new lawyer. Goldstein co-wrote the script with Joe Kelly, and the cast includes Betty Gilpin, Tony Hale, Amy Sedaris, Bradley Whitford, and more. 
Release Date: Available to stream June 5 on Netflix. 

“Masters Of The Universe”
Nostalgia continues to be a powerful driving force in Hollywood, exemplified many times over already this year. “Masters of the Universe,” from director Travis Knight, is the latest to capitalize on our childhoods. Nicholas Galitzine stars as He-Man alongside Camila Mendes, Jared Leto, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Kirsten Wiig, Morena Baccarin, and Idris Elba. Written by Chris Butler, Aaron Nee, Adam Nee, and David Callaham, the film follows He-Man’s return to his home planet as he must accept his destiny to stand off against Skeletor. 
Release Date: In theaters June 5 via Amazon MGM Studios. 

“Power Ballad”
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas star in the latest from “Sing Street” filmmaker John Carney with “Power Ballad.” Like most of his films, the latest from Carney marries music and drama as Rudd plays a wedding singer who, in an unlikely late-night jam session with the star of a former big-name boy-band (Jonas), helps the latter create a major hit, reigniting the star’s career. The film follows Rudd’s Rick as he looks to claim the recognition for the song. Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor also star. 
Release Date: In theaters June 5 via Lionsgate. 

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“Carolina Carolina”
Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner star in the crime thriller romance, “Carolina Carolina,” from director Adam Carter Rehmeier. Written by William Thomas Dead IV, the film follows a young woman who joins a con man on the run, searching for her mother as they encounter obstacles of crime and passion. Jon Gries and Kyra Sedgwick also star. 
Release Date: In theaters June 5 via Magnolia Pictures. 

“Disclosure Day”
Filmmaker Steven Spielberg returns to familiar territory with the sci-fi “Disclosure Day” starring Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor. Based on a script by David Koepp (“Black Bag,” “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”), the film follows the unraveling of a massive government conspiracy as human history teeters on the precipice of change, with the day of ultimate alien disclosure rushing towards them. The sprawling cast includes Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Colman Domingo, and more. 
Release Date: In theaters June 12 via Universal Pictures.