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Explore the 2026 Program

Explore the 2026 Program

    U.S. Dramatic Competition
    U.S. Dramatic Competition
    The U.S. Dramatic Competition offers Festivalgoers a first look at the world premieres of groundbreaking new voices in American independent film.
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    U.S. Documentary Competition
    U.S. Documentary Competition
    The U.S. Documentary Competition offers Festivalgoers a first look at world premieres of nonfiction American films illuminating the ideas, people, and events that shape the present day.
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    World Cinema Dramatic Competition
    World Cinema Dramatic Competition
    These narrative feature films from emerging talent around the world offer fresh perspectives and inventive styles.
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    World Cinema Documentary Competition
    World Cinema Documentary Competition
    These nonfiction feature films from emerging talent around the world showcase some of the most courageous and extraordinary filmmaking today.
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    Award Winners
    Award Winners
    Award-winning feature film screenings, in person or online, available to watch during Awards Weekend (January 31–February 1).
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    NEXT
    NEXT

    Presented by Adobe

    Pure, bold works distinguished by an innovative, forward-thinking approach to storytelling populate this program. Unfettered creativity promises that the films in this section will shape the greater next wave in global cinema.
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    Premieres
    Premieres
    This showcase of world premieres presents highly anticipated films on a variety of subjects in both fiction and nonfiction.
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    Midnight
    Midnight
    From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.
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    Episodic
    Episodic
    Our Episodic section was created specifically for bold stories told in multiple episodes, with an emphasis on independent perspectives and innovative storytelling.
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    Spotlight
    Spotlight

    Presented by Audible

    The Spotlight program is a tribute to the cinema we love, presenting films that have played throughout the world.
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    Family Matinee
    Family Matinee
    For over a decade, the Family Matinee section of the Festival (formerly known as KIDS) has been built for audiences of all ages, but especially for our youngest independent film fans.
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    Park City Legacy
    Park City Legacy
    The Park City Legacy program celebrates the Festival’s rich history and shared experiences in Utah through archival screenings of iconic films from previous editions that have shaped the heritage of both Sundance Institute and independent storytelling.
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    Special Screenings
    Special Screenings
    One-of-a-kind moments highlight new independent works that add to the unique Festival experience.
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    Short Film Program
    Short Film Program

    Presented by Ketel One Vodka

    Driven by innovation and experimentation, the Short Film Program seeks out filmmaking’s most original voices.
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    Local Lens
    Local Lens
    A selection of free screenings exclusively for Utah residents during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.
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