76th Berlinale - Feb 12th 22, 2026
— The 76th Berlinale (Berlin International Film Festival) promises to be a major cinematic event, taking place from February 12 to 22, 2026, in Berlin, Germany.
As one of the world's top film festivals, it draws filmmakers, stars, critics, and audiences for groundbreaking films, industry networking, and cultural dialogue. Since its founding in 1951, the Berlinale has grown into a key player among the "Big Three" festivals (alongside Cannes and Venice), known for its progressive focus on social, political, and human stories.
It features unique sections like Competition (for the Golden and Silver Bears), Panorama, Generation, Forum, Berlinale Special, Classics, and Shorts. Under Festival Director Tricia Tuttle (since 2024), alongside Co-Directors of Film Programming Jacqueline Lyanga and Michael Stütz, the 2026 edition emphasizes inclusivity, emerging voices, and themes like desire, transgression, and resilience.
Opening Film: The festival opens on February 12 with the world premiere of No Good Men, a romantic comedy by Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat. This personal and political film, based on real events, spotlights Afghan women's lives with romance, humor, and courage. Sadat stars alongside Anwar Hashimi.
Honorary Golden Bear to actress Michelle Yeoh, honoring her trailblazing career from Hong Kong action films to her Oscar win in Everything Everywhere All at Once. The award will be presented at the Opening Ceremony. Berlinale Camera to British-German composer Max Richter, known for scores in films like Ad Astra.
Jury Presided over by legendary German filmmaker Wim Wenders (Wings of Desire, Paris, Texas), who will award the Golden and Silver Bears.
The lineup includes over 200 films : Panorama ("Desire Lines" theme): 37 titles, opening with Danielle Arbid’s Only Rebels Win (starring Hiam Abbass), plus new works by Hong Sangsoo, Joaquín del Paso, and others.
Generation: 41 films (18 features, 23 shorts) from 31 countries, with highlights like Sunny Dancer by George Jaques (starring Bella Ramsey) and A Fabulosa Máquina do Tempo by Eliza Capai.
Berlinale Special: 19 works, including documentaries, series, and films with stars like Charli XCX, Alexander Skarsgård, Amanda Seyfried, and Isabelle Huppert. Standout: Ulrike Ottinger’s The Blood Countess.
Other sections like Forum (32 films on social relevance), Berlinale Classics (10 restored gems, including Assarab from Morocco), and Shorts (21 titles on magic and defiance).
The full program details (screening times, venues) will be released closer to the event, with announcements ongoing.Industry and LogisticsEuropean Film Market (EFM): February 12–18, a key hub for buying, selling, and co-producing films. Berlinale Co-Production Market: February 14–17, featuring 35 selected projects.
Amid ongoing global challenges and industry shifts (post-pandemic recovery, streaming, AI), the Berlinale champions theatrical cinema, diverse storytelling, and public access—with over 300,000 tickets sold annually.
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Mark your calendars —Berlin will be buzzing with cinematic energy from February 12–22, 2026!
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