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Your Guide to the 2026 Festival Slate
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What’s premiering and screening at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival? Read on as we reveal the features and episodic lineup. With 100+ groundbreaking stories across 13 sections showing in person and online, it’s time to start crafting your watchlists. Become a Sundance Institute Member now and get early access to our Single Film Ticket sale, which is available to the public on January 14. And be sure to look out for the reveal of our Short Films slate on December 15!
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| EXPLORE THE 2026 PROGRAM
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U.S. Dramatic Competition |
Introducing 10 dynamic narrative features, our U.S. Dramatic Competition showcases a second-chance romance, a mother-and-son road trip, and the making of an unorthodox musical by a teenage girl.
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U.S. Documentary Competition |
A collection of 10 stories that delve into identity, resilience, and the pulse of our time, this lineup includes features about experimental filmmaker Barbara Hammer, doctors providing emergency medical services, and other gripping subjects.
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World Cinema Dramatic Competition |
This global showcase of 10 bold, new narrative features shines a spotlight on distinct perspectives that center on the challenges of family dynamics, a couple struggling to keep their marriage together, the rise of an unlikely defender fighting for women in Mexico, and more.
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World Cinema Documentary Competition |
These nonfiction cinematic gems, chronicling war, legacy, and a parent’s undying love, offer global perspectives on community, class, and humanity.
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NEXT Presented by Adobe |
The NEXT program highlights daring works defined by boundary-pushing storytelling. This year, get lost in nine films that reimagine what’s possible on screen — from a vibrant take on street kid culture in Tokyo Square to a story of longing and desire, and a profound meditation on grief and arrested development.
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Premieres |
With over 25 films in this year’s Premieres lineup, the section spans narrative features and documentaries from both new and established filmmakers. Follow an engaged couple who give each other celebrity sex passes, an eccentric satire on the art world, the life of Jane Elliott, and more.
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Midnight |
Our 2026 Midnight section delivers seven pulse-pounding films for those craving thrills. From a twisted horror set amongst a kids TV show to a chilling tale about a shape-shifting spirit, and a lo-fi alt-rock trip down memory lane, this slate packs must-see films for your viewing pleasure after dark.
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Episodic |
Featuring six gripping television shows, this year’s episodic category offers a mix of narrative and docuseries projects, from a pair of idiosyncratic sisters navigating life in New York to a suspenseful deep dive into the high-end art world.
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Spotlight Presented by Audible |
Our Spotlight section showcases acclaimed films from the global festival circuit, giving them a fresh platform to reach new audiences. Screening at the 2026 Fest: a stylish documentary on iconic singer and actress Marianne Faithfull, and a thriller about a piano tuner who discovers he can crack safes.
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Family Matinee |
Perfect for movie lovers of all ages, this section brings families together through imaginative storytelling. This year’s lineup includes a spirited look into the lives of cookie-selling Girl Scouts and a charming tale of a family’s fun adventure with a rare creature.
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Special Screening |
Showcasing singular cinematic experiences featuring inventive works that stand apart and invite audiences to engage in something truly unforgettable, our Special Screenings section offers can’t-miss events. This year, indulge in a deep dive into the art of documentary filmmaking.
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Park City Legacy |
Celebrate our Festival’s rich history in Utah through the Park City Legacy section, where we will screen restorations of the Robert Redford–starring Downhill Racer, Oscar-winning Little Miss Sunshine, ‘90s classic House Party, gritty and hopeful Half Nelson, physiological bloodbath Saw, an archival screening of the mumblecore masterpiece Humpday, and more.
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