The Venice Film Festival has begun announcing its lineup for the 2026 edition. Festival director Alberto Barbera is holding a press conference to unveil the official selection, which includes films from around the world. As previously announced, the festival will open on September 2 with Danny Boyle’s 'Ink,' a biographical film about media mogul Rupert Murdoch. This marks the 83rd edition of the Biennale.
This year’s lineup is expected to feature a lighter presence from Hollywood than in previous years, but organisers say there will still be a strong roster of awards contenders. Many international directors are anticipated to have films in competition. The announcement is being streamed live, and the full list of titles is being updated as the press conference proceeds.
The Venice Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film events globally and often serves as a launchpad for Oscar contenders. The 2026 edition runs from late August to early September. Further details on the complete program will be released as the event approaches.