2017 and the blockbuster storm from film giant Paramount Pictures.

1. Monster Trucks – Scheduled for release on January 13, 2017

The film revolves around Tripp (Lucas Till), a high school student with an intense passion for speed. Driven by a desire to leave town, Tripp is determined to collect scrap metal from junkyards to build his own "Monster Truck" and inadvertently discovers a bizarre alien creature. They quickly become close friends, escaping trouble from vandals and participating in thrilling and intense races.

With a budget of $125 million and under the direction of Chris Wedge and four screenwriters including Jonathan Aibel, Glenn Berger, Derek Connolly, and Matthew Robinson, Monster Trucks promises to be a highly anticipated action-adventure animated film at the beginning of the year.

xXx: The Return of Xander Cage (Vietnamese title: xXx: Counterattack) – Scheduled for release on January 27, 2016

The film revolves around Xander Cage, an extreme sports athlete who is reluctantly forced to work for the U.S. National Security Agency. To carry out a dangerous mission, Xander Cage assembles a team of "skilled, reckless, and utterly crazy" individuals to assist him.

Besides the producer and lead actor Vin Diesel, the cast of xXx: Return of Xander Cage also includes big names like Deepika Padukone, Donnie Yen, and Samuel L. Jackson. The film promises to deliver spectacular extreme sports performances, explosive scenes, and breathtaking fight sequences.

Rings – Scheduled for release on February 3, 2017

There is a curse in a mysterious videotape: anyone who watches it will die mysteriously within seven days…

Following the first part in 2002, The Ring, and the second part in 2005, The Ring Two, Rings continues the horror story of the cursed rings that claim the lives of countless people on screen. This will be a must-see for horror movie fans, especially those who were terrified by the previous two films. The film is directed by F. Javier Gutiérrez, and produced by Laurie MacDonald and Walter Parkes – who previously worked on The Ring installments.

Ghost In The Shell (Vietnamese title: Vỏ Bọc Ma) – Scheduled for release on March 31, 2017

Ghost in the Shell is a Paramount action blockbuster adapted from the popular Japanese manga of the same name. The film tells the story of a bio-mechanical robot fighting crime while simultaneously searching for its past. In addition to starring the stunning Scarlett Johansson, the film promises many visually spectacular fight scenes in 2D, 3D, and IMAX 3D formats.

Baywatch – Scheduled for release on May 12, 2017

Baywatch, starring The Rock and Zac Efron, familiar faces to fans of comedy films, is a cinematic adaptation of the hit action series that ran for a decade from 1989 to 1999. The film tells the story of a tough-guy beach lifeguard (The Rock) who is forced to recruit a young, free-spirited man (Zac Efron) into his team in an effort to save the beach from destruction by an oil company.

World War Z 2 – scheduled for release on June 9, 2017

Paramount Pictures has treated its film-loving audience to a feast of flavors, from adventure to fantasy, from romance to comedy, from high-octane action to terrifying horror. And that's not all; this hot summer will undoubtedly excite movie-loving hearts with a series of successful films from Paramount Pictures.

The first installment, World War Z, directed by Marc Forster, grossed over $540 million worldwide in 2013 and is considered one of the best zombie films ever made. Discussions about a sequel heated up shortly after its release. Details about the sequel's plot, based on Max Brooks' novel, remain under wraps. Brad Pitt will continue to produce the new project alongside Jeremy Kleiner and Dede Gardner.

Transformers: The Last Knight (Vietnamese title: Transformers: The Last Warrior) – Scheduled for release on June 23, 2017

Transformers is a blockbuster film franchise that has brought Paramount Pictures both fame and considerable wealth. The fifth installment in the blockbuster robot series by action-packed filmmaker Michael Bay will star Oscar-winning actor Anthony Hopkins. Director Michael Bay has also released a clip announcing the release of the first teaser trailer on December 16, 2016.

Friday the 13th - Scheduled release date: October 13, 2017

The serial killer Jason Voorhees returns once again to spread terror in the Friday the 13th film of the same name. This time, the Jason Voorhees franchise is handled by director Breck Eisner. After numerous sequels and remakes, the character of Jason Voorhees remains a "golden goose" on screen, with fans eager to see the masked killer wielding a machete chasing his victims again.

Downsizing – Scheduled for release on December 22, 2017

In addition to the names mentioned above, Paramount Pictures is also planning the release of another highly anticipated film, Downsizing, starring renowned Hollywood actors such as Kristen Wiig, Matt Damon, and Jason Sudeikis. Downsizing will join Paramount Pictures' list of 2017 blockbusters, promising a breakout year for this veteran film studio, the last remaining in Hollywood.

Looking at the list of films scheduled for release next year, it's clear that Paramount Pictures has assembled a stellar cast, along with several successful film franchises directed by talented names. This promises to be a breakout year for one of Hollywood's leading studios.

The Thanh