Mutter: The Diary of a Mother / Directed by Alphan Eseli
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.”
Cotton Fever / Directed by Daniel Blake Schwartz
Guy and Madeline on a Park Bench / Directed by Damien Chazelle
Here I’m Alive / Directed by Joshua Z Weinstein
Breeder / Directed by Alex Goyette
Imaginal Disk / Directed by Amanda Kramer
Over the past quarter century, Tribeca has become a premier destination for music-driven storytelling, and 2026 raises the bar once again. The Festival opens Wednesday, June 3 with the previously announced world premiere of Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That’s the Weight of the World) directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, followed by a special performance by Earth, Wind & Fire and The Roots, setting the tone for a celebratory, music-forward festival. The lineup continues with exclusive post-premiere performances from Sara Bareilles, Peter Frampton, Mumford & Sons, The LOX, Magdalena Bay, and Noga Erez & Ori Rousso. Closing Night, presented by OKX and 10 Lives Studios, features the world premiere of Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell’s Kitchen, directed by Tribeca alum One9 (TF ‘14) – a love letter to New York City from one of its own – followed by an appearance by Keys.
The 2026 feature film slate balances high-profile premieres with breakout discoveries, reflecting Tribeca’s role as both a launchpad and a showcase. Highlights include performances by Susan Sarandon and Aubrey Plaza in The Accompanist; Katie Holmes, who writes, directs, and stars in Happy Hours with Joshua Jackson; Alicia Vikander and Wagner Moura in The Last Day; Paul Rudd and Jeremy Sisto in Rain Reign; Vera Farmiga, Tim Blake Nelson, Jim Parsons, and Simon Rex in The Leader; Zach Braff in Clean Hands; Alison Brie, André Holland, Tom Sturridge, and Dustin Hoffman in The Revisionist; André Holland also stars alongside Wendell Pierce and Samira Wiley in They Fight; Marc Maron in In Memoriam; and Sofia Boutella, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lizzy McAlpine, Simon Pegg, and Quentin Tarantino in Only What We Carry. Select premieres, including The Accompanist, The Revisionist, Happy Hours and Iconoclast are presented by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Hallowarrior / Directed by Ben Sottak
Kingston / Directed by Carlos Key and Kalijah Rowe
Let the Right One In / Directed by Tomas Alfredson
Memorizu / Directed by Miiku Sakanishi
This year’s documentary slate spans sports legends, intimate portraits, unlikely friendships, long-awaited reunions, and the complexities of political life. Highlights include Carmelo Anthony in Born Melo; tennis icons Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova in Chris & Martina: The Final Set; and Bob Odenkirk and David Cross in Bob and David Climb Machu Picchu. Nostalgia takes center stage as Rider Strong, Danielle Fishel, and Will Friedle reunite for the 30th anniversary of Boy Meets World in Doc Meets World, marking the final live performance of their hit rewatch podcast and the last stop on their national tour. Comedy legends including Will Ferrell, Maya Rudolph, and Dana Carvey reflect on presidential impressions in Playing POTUS, while Mario chronicles the life of former New York Governor Mario Cuomo. IX XI, directed by first-time filmmaker Sean Wilsey, weaves together twelve personal accounts of September 11 – a subject close to Tribeca’s founding story. Miss Representation: Rise Up is followed by a post-screening conversation with Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, Dr. Safiya Noble, Nina Jankowicz, and Jim Steyer. Art-focused titles include Jean-Michel, the first documentary made with the full participation of the Basquiat family, exploring the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat; and Derek and Hayley Hough deliver a special performance following the world premiere of The Symphony of Dance.
“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.”
Ripe! / Directed by Tusk
Mother Future Self / Directed by Tori Lancaster
Little Woods / Directed by Nia DaCosta
She Keeps Me Young / Directed by Doron Max Hagay
The 25th anniversary brings together an exceptional mix of first-time directors and returning Tribeca alumni, reflecting both where independent film has been and where it is headed. Among the first-time directors are world premieres from Sean Ono Lennon with threeASFOUR: Full Circle; Zach Woods with The Accompanist; Gabriel Basso, who directs, writes, and stars in Iconoclast; Quinn Whitney Wilson – who co-directs alongside Viridiana Lieberman – with Jean-Michel; Doron Max Hagay with She Keeps Me Young; Ellie Sachs (TF ’23, ’25) with Lucy Schulman; and the 2024 Through Her Lens: The Tribeca CHANEL Women’s Filmmaker Program alumna Lara Everly will premiere her short film Selah.
Returning Tribeca alumni are equally well-represented, with the most frequent Tribeca alum Edward Burns (TF ‘02, ‘03, ‘04, ‘07, ‘10, ‘11, ‘18, ‘22) directing, writing, and starring in Finnegan’s Foursome. Other returning filmmakers include One9 (TF ‘14) with Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell’s Kitchen; Sam Pollard (TF ‘23) with The Lorraine; Sophia Takal (TF ‘16) with Act One; Drake Doremus (TF ‘16) with Next Life; Haifaa Al Mansour (TF ‘13) with Unidentified; and Hugo Ruiz (TF ‘23), winner of Tribeca’s Best New Narrative Director Award, returning with Dante. Alex Goyette brings Breeder to this year’s Festival after introducing the project at the Tribeca Creators Market in 2019, and the Festival also welcomes back Josh Safdie and Benny Safdie (TF ‘13, ‘20, ‘22) as executive producers on Alden Nusser and Ben Fries’ (TF ‘18) The Lion Queen. Mariska Hargitay (TF ‘25) and Trish Adlesic (TF ‘17, ‘25) serve as executive producers on The Gymnasts of Fisherman Colony, directed by Habiba Nosheen (TF ‘25), and Josh Alexander (TF ‘22) brings Sara Bareilles: Good Grief.
The final selection spans 118 feature films, including 103 world premieres – the most in Tribeca Festival history – and represents 143 filmmakers, including 55 first-time directors, across 44 countries. Notably, 48 percent of the films in competition are directed by women and 50 percent by BIPOC filmmakers, underscoring Tribeca’s commitment to championing diverse voices.
Summer of Three / Directed by Carlitos Ruiz-Ruiz
Stand Up / Directed by Mari Sanders
The Siege of Paradise / Directed by Gar O’Rourke
The Wedding Entertainer (The Tale of Moishe Badhan) / Directed by Gidi Dar
They Fight / Directed by Sheldon Candis
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.
Tribeca Festival 2026 / 25th Anniversary
June 3–14, 2026 / Tribeca Festival
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