From rock stars and artists to athletes, political leaders, and chess prodigies — the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival features a slate of documentaries that celebrate authenticity, resilience, and the courage to live out loud. Read more: sndnc.org/4riPlRh

Meet the Sundance Institute’s 2026 Press Inclusion Initiative participants, who will cover the #SundanceFilmFestival next week! The Sundance Institute Press Inclusion Initiative is made possible by support from Netflix, Rotten Tomatoes, and Golden Globe Foundation.

The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival features over 70 projects directed by women, spanning features, short films, and episodic works. These films explore love, identity, power, and the many ways stories can move us, offering fresh, distinctive perspectives across genres. Read more: sndnc.org/49G2uMT

Inspired by his mother’s love of dance, Josef Kubota Wladyka’s "Ha-chan, Shake Your Booty!" follows Haru, a Tokyo ballroom dancer navigating grief, friendship, and unexpected love. Premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read the full Backstory: sndnc.org/45aUNgq

The online schedule is LIVE! 🚨 Join the Sundance Institute’s Story Forum: Exploring Art and Innovation. Over 15+ sessions to learn about creative technology, virtual production, and the future of storytelling. Jan 29–30 online at Sundance Collab. Register now: sndnc.org/3NlFIm8

Announcing the 2026 Screenwriters Lab and Intensive Fellows! 11 projects were selected for the annual Screenwriters Lab, where fellows will further develop their scripts with the guidance of experienced creative advisors. Learn more: sndnc.org/4qZMxbn

Looking for laughs at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival? You’ll find everything from pitch-black satire and romantic comedies to showbiz send-ups and standout short films. The lineup mixes comedy vets with first-time filmmakers trying their hand at cracking an audience up. Read more: sndnc.org/4blgpdV

We’re thrilled to announce David Linde will join Sundance Institute as CEO beginning February 2026 — a longtime advocate for artist-driven storytelling, his work has been intrinsically linked to our own throughout his time as the former CEO of Participant, Co-Founder of Focus Features, and more.

Charli XCX, Olivia Wilde, Kogonada and more: oh my! Here are ten of the films we’re most looking forward to from the Sundance Film Festival’s final year in Park City. boxd.it/2Vc

A huge thank you for your patience today. We truly appreciate you sticking with us. The site is back up and running! Get your Single Film Tickets for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival at festival.sundance.org.

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Josephine Decker’s “Chasing Summer,” written by and starring Iliza Shlesinger, follows Jamie as she returns to her Texas hometown after heartbreak to navigate friendship, desire, and self-discovery. Premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/3LxwOkO

Fest in style, wherever the day takes you. ❄️ Explore the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival merch collection. Shop now at store.sundance.org

🎟️ Tomorrow at 10 a.m. MT! Single Film Tickets for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival go on sale Wednesday, January 14. Don’t wait—tickets sell out quickly. Browse the Program and save your Favorites now: festival.sundance.org/my-account

We’re excited to announce the incredible group of artists and storytellers and influential voices across film, art, and culture who will serve as the jurors for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Learn more: sndnc.org/4szVV7j

Teenage friendships are messy, intense, and unforgettable. In "Extra Geography," Molly Manners’ feature debut, two friends hatch a wild plan to fall in love with the next person they see. The film premieres at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/44VRhX6

Hey, Utah! We’re thrilled to bring back Local Lens—free screenings for permanent Utah residents during the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. This year, enjoy four in-person screenings and your choice of one online screening. Reserve your tickets Jan 14 at 10 a.m. MT. Learn more: sndnc.org/4pznOJO

Congratulations to Rose Byrne on winning Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the #GoldenGlobes for “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.” 🏆 Directed by Mary Bronstein, the film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.

Rose Byrne wins Best Actress in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy for If I Had Legs I'd Kick You 🏆 #GoldenGlobes

Asian and AAPI filmmakers are sharing a wide range of stories at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. From documentaries and fiction to animation and short films, each project reflects a unique perspective shaped by lived experience. Read more: sndnc.org/44ZvIot

Every poster, every piece of merch, every line of type at Sundance Institute carries a story. Creative Director Kristina Mueller leads the team shaping the 2026 Festival experience, blending art, culture, and independent film into every detail. Read more: sndnc.org/4prTalr

Real-life brothers Julien and Justen Turner bring their own chaotic, creative journey to the screen in “FreeLance”. Premiering in the Episodic Fiction Pilot Showcase at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/3N3OMf8

Amid the chaos of the war in Syria, a decade-long story of connection unfolds. Janay Boulos and Abd Alkader Habak’s “Birds of War” turns personal archives into a tender chronicle of human resilience. Premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/4jrk9wm

Single Film Tickets go on sale Wednesday, January 14 at 10 a.m. MT! Tickets sell out fast, so browse the Program and save your Favorites now.

Luis Valdez, legend and activist, shaped Chicano storytelling and challenged who “belongs” in America. David Alvarado’s "American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez" brings that story to the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival in the U.S. Documentary Competition. Read more: sndnc.org/44UoBOb

Thrilled to be part of @sundance.org's Beyond Film series! Please look out for Beyond the Hype: A Documentary Deep Dive into AI, with our director @valerieveatch.bsky.social, Daniel Roher, Charlie Tyrell, and Daniel Kwan, with @alixdunn.com moderating.

Heart, humor, and grief collide in Jay Duplass’ “See You When I See You,” adapted from Adam Cayton-Holland’s memoir. A family navigates love, hope, and loss after a sister’s death. Premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/3Nu8zEz

Step into the trance: "Levitating," directed by Wregas Bhanuteja, follows Bayu, a young spirit channeler balancing family, tradition, and ambition. The Indonesian film premieres in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read the full Backstory: sndnc.org/49BZLoO

The in-person schedule is LIVE! 🚨 Join Sundance Institute’s Story Forum: Exploring Art and Innovation, presented by @adobe.com. Free panels and immersive experiences demystifying creative tech through an artist-first lens. Jan 26 at #SundanceFilmFestival. Register now: sndnc.org/4swy602

This is officially your two weeks out reminder: The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival is almost here!

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

📣 Announcing the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival Beyond Film program. Taking place January 23–30 in Park City, Beyond Film invites audiences to look beyond the screen and engage with new ideas, shared history, and the voices shaping the future of cinema. Learn more: sndnc.org/3LxYKF8

Turn the volume up… if you dare. 🎧👀 Watch the trailer for writer-director Ian Tuason’s feature debut “undertone,” screening in the Midnight section at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival.

“Once Upon a Time in Harlem,” co-directed by David Greaves and his father, the legendary William Greaves, revisits a 1972 Duke Ellington gathering of Harlem Renaissance artists. A rare, intimate portrait of Black legacy premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/4q62aht

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📣 Announcing “Cronos” as part of the Park City Legacy Program at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Join us for a special extended Q&A with director Guillermo del Toro following the film. Jan 27 at 8:45 p.m. at The Ray Theatre. Learn more: sndnc.org/4aOZsbs

"Barbara Forever," directed by Brydie O’Connor, celebrates Barbara Hammer’s fearless, five-decade career of experimental filmmaking, queer storytelling, and radical self-expression. Premiering in the U.S. Documentary Competition at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/496SkpF

Liz Sargent’s “Take Me Home” follows Anna, a Korean adoptee with a cognitive disability, navigating family, caregiving, and independence in a system with scarce support. Premiering in the U.S. Dramatic Competition at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read the full Backstory: sndnc.org/49njPtK

In “BURN,” director Makoto Nagahisa follows Ju-Ju, a runaway teen, as she slips into the city’s underground, finding family, danger, and the fight to reclaim her life. “BURN” premieres in the NEXT section of the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/49m1gX4

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Magic, mischief, and a one-eyed creature bring “Fing!” to life. Directed by Jeffrey Walker, the Meek family must protect a rare creature from a selfish viscount. Starring Mia Wasikowska and Taika Waititi. Premieres at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read more: sndnc.org/4jzBNOr

Director Andrew H. Brown opens up about the making of “Kikuyu Land”, a documentary on land rights and colonial legacy in Kenya, co-directed with Bea Wangondu and premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. Read the full Backstory: sndnc.org/4qduPBq

The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival features new Indigenous films that extend a legacy of daring, visionary storytelling, alongside Native Lab Fellows shaping their next works. Read more about this year’s selection and the stories shaping the future of Indigenous cinema: sndnc.org/49FHqqY

“Nuisance Bear,” directed by Gabriela Osio Vanden and Jack Weisman, premieres in the U.S. Documentary Competition at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival, spotlighting polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba and the growing overlap between their ancient paths and human life. Read more: sndnc.org/4spAYMc