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Book Early for the 2026 Festival — Utah Awaits! |
The countdown is officially on for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, happening January 22 to February 1, 2026, in Park City and Salt Lake City.
This upcoming Fest will feature everything you’ve come to love: over 90 feature films, 50+ shorts, groundbreaking episodic work, and our Beyond Film programming — an inspiring lineup of conversations and events with today’s most imaginative artists.
We’ll also be recognizing the enduring vision and impact of Sundance Institute’s founder Robert Redford. His belief in the power of storytelling has shaped independent film in profound ways — and we’ll be spotlighting that commitment throughout this year’s Fest with memorable moments.
If you’re heading to Utah, make sure to book your travel and lodging early through our partner site — it’s the best way to access special perks and plan with ease.
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Can’t make it to the mountains? We’ve got you covered. At-home screenings will be available online from January 29 through February 1, so you can experience the Fest from wherever you are.
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Become a Member, Gain Exclusive Perks |
Our streamlined membership program makes it easier than ever to unlock exclusive benefits, like one waived application fee for artist program submissions, access to Pass and Package presales, and 20% off merch. Join us and foster a deeper connection to independent cinema.
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WATCHLISTS
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August Releases |
Hitting theaters this month in Sundance Film Festival–supported films, don’t miss the documentary It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, a heartwarming tribute to the late alt-rock singer, out August 8; and features Lurker, which follows a fan who finds his way
into the inner circle of a musician, dropping August 27; and A Little Prayer, about a father-in-law who attempts to help his daughter-in-law when he learns his son is cheating, out August 29. Plus, catch doc DEVO, the story of the iconic new wave band, on Netflix on August 19.
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INTERVIEWS
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A Love Letter to Little Miss Sunshine |
From its unforgettable road trip setting to its superb ensemble cast, indie classic Little Miss Sunshine (2006 Sundance Film Festival) has been making us laugh and cry for 19 years. It continues to hold a special place in the hearts of filmmakers, and Fest alums like C.J. Obasi (Mami
Wata), Josh Margolin (Thelma), Cristina Costantini (SALLY), and more share why the charm of this touchstone for indie cinema endures.
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Hone Your Voice and Vision With Sundance Collab’s August Offerings |
Master Class: An
Intro to Cinematic Sound Design | Presented by the Dolby Creator Lab: August 5. Join Supervising Sound Editor and Re-Recording Mixer, Michael Kurihara, who worked on Master Gardner and Michael Moore in Trumpland, for a session on post-production audio and discover why sound is the most essential part of your film or series.
Pitch Ready: A Workshop to Refine Your Story and Voice: August 10. In this live three-day intensive course, learn how to go from project idea to polished pitch by focusing on what makes a good pitch, how to get the right person to hear it, and more.
Script Club: Mulholland Drive: August 14. Revisit David Lynch’s surrealist neo-noir classic with director, producer, and writer Karyn Kusama (Lynch/Oz, Girlfight, Yellowjackets) as we unpack the layers of Lynch’s
dream logic.
Defining Your Voice as a Director: August 14. From gaining an understanding of the various shot styles, how to choose your camera, and how to design a frame, take steps to develop your visual language and style as a filmmaker in this weekend
intensive.
Inside the Edit with BIPOC Doc Editors: Sabbath Queen: August 15. In this session, learn how the filmmakers of this award-winning documentary about a rabbi who became a drag queen rebel, distilled 21 years of footage into a
provocative work of art.
- Worldbuilding: Designing the World Behind the Story: August 17. Whether creating a science fiction film or fantasy series, this four-day intensive will walk you through how to map out the world that will best serve your story.
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Also new this month, check out our video bundles — curated collections of the most in-demand event recordings, from conversations on directing, documentary filmmaking, writing for TV, and more.
We’re constantly adding courses and online events, so subscribe to the Sundance Collab newsletter for the latest. Plus, access discounts on on-demand courses and master classes year-round when you become
a Sundance Institute member.
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