TRIBECA 25 IS HERE!
Buckle up! The 2026 TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL, the 25th edition, is here! We here at The ArtsWire Weekly will be covering from day one, so make sure you come back throughout the festival and check out all of our reviews! Below you can find out more information on the festival itself and how you can find out even more! See the movies in person or digitally and come back here for our takes!
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NEW YORK, NY – APRIL 16, 2026 – Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, today announced its 2026 feature and short film lineup. Taking place June 3–14 in New York City, the Festival will showcase 118 feature films—including a record 103 world premieres—alongside 86 short films. Founded in the aftermath of September 11 on the belief that storytelling unites communities, Tribeca has grown into a global platform for bold storytelling and emerging voices. This milestone edition reflects that legacy, bringing together acclaimed filmmakers, breakthrough talent, and major cultural figures for a can't miss, citywide celebration. Passes and ticket packages are on sale now at TribecaFilm.com, with the Hudson Pass offering the premier festival experience, including VIP access and an invitation to Opening or Closing Night.
"Tribeca began twenty-five years ago as an act of healing, a mission to reunite our community through the power of storytelling. Today, that purpose feels more urgent than ever. As we navigate an increasingly divided world, the same spirit that rebuilt our city after 9/11 now fuels a new generation of artists and storytellers,” said Jane Rosenthal, Tribeca Festival Co-Founder and Co-Chair. “This year’s incredible feature and short film lineup includes stories from filmmakers who make us think, feel, laugh, cry, and ask why. Tribeca remains dedicated to the artists’ voices and diverse perspectives that challenge us to see one another more clearly.”
Since its founding, Tribeca has served as a launchpad for visionary filmmakers, premiering early works from creators who would go on to shape contemporary cinema, including Jon M. Chu (TF ‘02, ‘21), David Gelb (TF ‘06, ‘11, ‘15, ‘21, ‘23), Alex Gibney (TF ‘07, ‘10, ‘11, ‘14), Ryan Coogler (TF ‘09), Damien Chazelle (TF ‘09), the Daniels (TF ‘14), Nia DaCosta (TF ‘18, ‘25), Domee Shi (TF ‘18), and Ben Proudfoot (TF ‘19, ‘21, ‘24, ‘25). This year's Festival builds on that legacy, bringing together bold new voices and established artists in a lineup that promises to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences.
“Twenty-five years in, Tribeca remains a festival built on discovery and cultural conversation. This year’s film program once again brings together global premieres, iconic talent, and daring new voices to transform screenings into unforgettable shared experiences,” said Tribeca Festival Director and SVP of Programming Cara Cusumano. “From legends and trailblazers to bold emerging artists, these films reflect the creativity, vitality, and diversity of New York and the world, and a festival that continues to evolve alongside the creators shaping what comes next.”
To learn more about the Tribeca Festival programming team, visit TribecaFilm.com. The full feature and short film lineup for the 2026 Tribeca Festival is detailed below. For updates, follow @Tribeca and #Tribeca2026 on Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Festival passes and ticket packages are now available at TribecaFilm.com
ABOUT TRIBECA FESTIVAL
The Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, brings artists and audiences together to celebrate storytelling in all its forms, including film, TV, music, podcasts, games, and immersive. With strong roots in independent film, Tribeca is synonymous with creative expression and entertainment. Tribeca champions emerging and established voices, discovers award-winning talent, curates innovative experiences, and introduces new ideas through exclusive premieres, exhibitions, conversations, and live performances. The Festival was founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff in 2001 to spur the economic and cultural revitalization of lower Manhattan following the attacks on the World Trade Center. The annual Tribeca Festival will celebrate its 25th year from June 3–14, 2026 in New York City. In 2019, James Murdoch’s Lupa Systems bought a majority stake in Tribeca Enterprises, bringing together Rosenthal, De Niro, and Murdoch to grow the enterprise.