Cannes 2026 Expands Lineup with 16 Films, Featuring Paper Tiger & Victorian Psycho
The Cannes Film Festival is expanding its lineup for 2026 with the addition of 16 new films, featuring notable titles like “Paper Tiger” and “Victorian Psycho.” The prestigious festival continues to build anticipation as it prepares for its opening on May 12.
Cannes 2026 Film Lineup Revealed
This year’s festival will showcase a variety of genres and international talents. The competition includes:
- Paper Tiger – Directed by James Gray
- Victorian Psycho – Directed by Zachary Wigon
- A Girl’s Story – Directed by Judith Godrèche
- Titanic Ocean – Directed by Konstantina Kotzamani
The Un Certain Regard section will close with Ulysse by Laetitia Masson, adding to the lineup’s diversity. Other selections in this section include:
- The End of It – Directed by Maria Martinez Bayona
- Mary Magdalene – Directed by Gessica Généus
- Married to the Taste of Orange – Directed by Christophe Honoré
- If You Think Well – Directed by Géraldine Nakache
Special Screenings and Family Features
Cannes will also feature special screenings, including:
- Spring – Directed by Rostislav Kirpičenko
- Ashes – Directed by Diego Luna
- Tangles – Directed by Leah Nelson
- Le Triangle d’Or – Directed by Hélène Rosselet-Ruiz
- Groundswell – Directed by Joshua and Rebecca Tickell
Animation will be represented with Lucy Lost, directed by Olivier Clert, marking its place under family screenings.
Key Highlights
This year’s jury will be led by esteemed filmmaker Park Chan-wook. Additionally, French actress Leïla Bekhti will head the Un Certain Regard jury. The festival honors industry icons Peter Jackson and Barbra Streisand with honorary Palme d’Or awards.
The inclusion of these films adds to Cannes’ reputation as a premiere venue for showcasing groundbreaking cinema.
