Almodóvar and Pawlikowski Lead Auteur-Focused Lineup for Cannes

Almodóvar and Pawlikowski Lead Auteur-Focused Lineup for Cannes

The 79th Cannes Film Festival, running from May 12–23, 2026, has unveiled a star-studded lineup that celebrates global cinema.

eventCannes Film Festival

Announced on April 9, the program highlights established masters, with Pedro Almodóvar's Bitter Christmas and Paweł Pawlikowski's Fatherland leading a competitive selection of 21 films.

personPedro Almodóvar
personPaweł Pawlikowski

The festival maintains its commitment to auteur-driven storytelling, while notable filmmakers like Hirokazu Kore-eda and Cristian Mungiu also return to the Croisette.

personHirokazu Kore-eda
personCristian Mungiu
locationCroisette

Despite a limited Hollywood studio presence, the event remains an essential Oscar incubator, emphasizing artistic independence.

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Led by jury president Park Chan-wook, the festival will also honor icons Barbra Streisand and Peter Jackson with Honorary Palmes.

personPark Chan-wook
personBarbra Streisand
personPeter Jackson
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May 12–23, 2026

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Park Chan-wook

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Streaming-only films are excluded from competition.

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The Electric Kiss

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21

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