Channing Tatum and Amy Adams to Compete at Berlin Film Festival
The Berlin International Film Festival has announced a lineup for its 2026 edition, taking place from February 12 to 22. This year’s festival promises a rich selection aimed at art house enthusiasts but lacks major Hollywood films that typically attract broader audiences.
2026 Berlinale: Competition Overview
Tricia Tuttle, the festival director, expressed excitement over the competition’s diverse offerings. The 76th Berlinale will feature 22 films spanning multiple genres, including comedy, psychological thrillers, and anime. Tuttle emphasized the festival’s confidence in these films, asserting, “If you don’t find something here to love, you don’t love cinema!”
Highlighted Films and Talents
Among the notable films competing for the prestigious Golden Bear award are:
- At the Sea – Directed by Kornél Mundruczó, featuring Amy Adams and Dan Levy.
- Josephine – Directed by Beth de Araújo, starring Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan.
- Queen at Sea – A dementia drama featuring Juliette Binoche and Tom Courtenay.
- Rosebush Pruning – An English-language thriller from Karim Aïnouz, featuring Pamela Anderson and Elle Fanning.
- Rose – Directed by Markus Schleinzer, a transgender drama set in the 17th century, starring Sandra Hüller.
With Josephine making its world premiere straight from Sundance, most films in this selection are world debuts.
Emerging Talent and Perspectives
The festival will also showcase the Perspectives sidebar, highlighting first features, including:
- A Prayer for the Dying – A Western by Dara Van Dusen.
- Animol – A prison drama directed by Ashley Walters.
- Take Me Home – Featuring a Korean adoptee, directed by Liz Sargent.
Tricia Tuttle noted the vital role of festivals in discovering emerging filmmakers. She expressed enthusiasm for the debuts in this section.
Jury and Awards
This year, the Berlinale jury will be led by renowned German director Wim Wenders, who will oversee the selection of winners for prestigious Gold and Silver Bear awards.
With the unique blend of established stars like Channing Tatum and Amy Adams alongside fresh talent, the 2026 Berlin Film Festival is poised to be a major event in the international film calendar.
