Cannes festival 2025 guide

Cannes Film Festival 2026: Actress Eye Haïdara to host the opening ceremony

Following Virginie Efira, Chiara Mastroianni, and Camille Cottin, it’s actress Eye Haïdara who will take center stage as the mistress of ceremonies at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. She will host both the opening and closing sessions of this 79th edition.

Drunken Noodles: our review of Lucio Castro's sensual and dreamlike film

Lucio Castro premiered his film 'Drunken Noodles' at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, and this sensual, dreamlike gem is finally hitting French theaters on April 22, 2026. Read our review before you go!

A Day with My Father: The acclaimed film unveiled at Cannes hits theaters

Premiered at Cannes 2025, where it received a special mention for the Caméra d’Or, A Day with My Father hits theaters on March 25, 2026.

The Dance of the Foxes: The sports drama screened at Cannes hits theaters

Valéry Carnoy's The Dance of the Foxes, the first Belgian film to be selected for the Directors' Fortnight 2025, hits theaters on March 18, 2026.

Connemara: Alex Lutz’s emotional drama airs on Canal+

Based on Nicolas Mathieu's novel, Connemara, directed by Alex Lutz and starring Mélanie Thierry and Bastien Bouillon, will air on Canal+ on March 24, 2026, at 9:10 p.m.

Privacy in the Spotlight: Jodie Foster Stars in Rebecca Zlotowski's Latest Film

Vie Privée, a film directed by Rebecca Zlotowski featuring Jodie Foster, Daniel Auteuil, and Virginie Efira, will be available on VOD from March 26, 2026, following its theatrical release.

Dossier 137 starring Léa Drucker, the upcoming 2026 César winner for Best Actress, is now available on VOD: Our review

Will Dominik Moll's new film Dossier 137 match the success of La Nuit du 12? The feature film was unveiled in official competition at the Cannes 2025 Film Festival. Find out what we think.

The World's Richest Woman: Isabelle Huppert Now Available on VOD

The world's wealthiest woman — a dramatic comedy starring Isabelle Huppert, Marina Foïs, and Laurent Lafitte — will be available on VOD starting February 26, 2026.

Cannes Film Festival 2026: Honorary Palme d'Or awarded to Peter Jackson, director of The Lord of the Rings

Peter Jackson, the acclaimed director behind the Lord of the Rings trilogy, will be honored with an honorary Palme d'Or at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, taking place from May 12 to 23, 2026.

Sentimental depth and acclaimed storytelling: Joachim Trier's multi-award-winning drama now on Canal+

Airing on March 3, 2026, at 9:10 PM on Canal+, "Sentimental Value" by Joachim Trier — which took home the Grand Prix at Cannes 2025 — features performances by Renate Reinsve and Stellan Skarsgård.

Cannes Film Festival 2026: Park Chan-wook named Jury President for the 79th edition

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook has been appointed President of the jury for the 79th Cannes Film Festival, scheduled to take place from May 12 to May 23, 2026.

The Plague: Charlie Polinger's debut film hits theaters

American thriller The Plague, directed by Charlie Polinger and unveiled at Cannes 2025 in Un Certain Regard, hits French theaters on June 3, 2026.

The Unknown of the Grande Arche: Stéphane Demoustier's Historical Drama Coming Soon to VOD

The Unknown of the Grande Arche, a historical drama by Stéphane Demoustier starring Claes Bang and Xavier Dolan, will be available for purchase via VOD starting March 5, 2026, and for rental beginning March 17, 2026.

Arco: Ugo Bienvenu’s sci-fi animated tale now available on VOD

Animation science-fiction film, Arco by Ugo Bienvenu follows the story of a young girl from 2075 who encounters a boy from the future. It will be available on VOD starting February 17, 2026.

The Venue of the Future, Cédric Klapisch's ambitious time-spanning epic, airs on Canal+

Presented out of competition at Cannes 2025, Cédric Klapisch’s Arrival of the Future blends comedy and drama while taking audiences on a journey between 1895 and 2025. The film was released in theaters on May 22, 2025, and will be broadcast on Canal+ on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 9:10 PM.

The Mastermind, Kelly Reichardt’s gripping thriller hits theaters

Kelly Reichardt's The Mastermind, a crime thriller starring Josh O’Connor and showcased in competition at Cannes 2025, hits theaters on February 4, 2026.

Marcel and Monsieur Pagnol, the animated film by Sylvain Chomet, is now available on VOD

Marcel and Monsieur Pagnol, an animated biopic by Sylvain Chomet, will be available for purchase on VOD starting February 19, 2026, followed by rental options on February 25, 2026.

Woman and Child, Iranian drama by Saeed Roustaee honored at Cannes

Presented in competition at Cannes 2025, Saeed Roustaee's Woman and Child hits theaters on February 25, 2026.

Who Shines in Battle: Joséphine Japy’s Debut Film in Theaters

Who Shines in Joséphine Japy's Family Drama Presented as a special screening at Cannes 2025 and released in cinemas on December 31, 2025, Who Shines is a compelling family drama directed by Joséphine Japy that explores the intricate dynamics within a contemporary family unit.

Magellan, a biopic by Lav Diaz starring Gael García Bernal

Magellan by Lav Diaz, a historical biopic starring Gael García Bernal, was featured in the Cannes Première lineup for 2025 and hits theaters on December 31, 2025.