Edinburgh Film Festival Director on 2026 Edition, Continuing ‘Expansion’ in Third Year Since Relaunch and Building a ‘Home for Independent Cinema’
The Edinburgh International Film Festival is gearing up for its 2026 edition, marking its third year since a major relaunch in 2023. Director Paul Ridd highlights the festival's growth, with an impressive lineup of 43 new feature films, including 18 world premieres. The festival aims to continue attracting significant industry names while supporting emerging filmmakers.
- ▪The 2026 edition of the Edinburgh International Film Festival will take place from August 13-19.
- ▪This year marks the festival's 79th edition overall and its third since relaunching.
- ▪Director Paul Ridd emphasizes the festival's ongoing expansion and increased industry recognition.
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Home Film Global May 17, 2026 6:14am PT Edinburgh Film Festival Director on 2026 Edition, Continuing ‘Expansion’ in Third Year Since Relaunch and Building a ‘Home for Independent Cinema’ By Alex Ritman Plus Icon Alex Ritman @alexritman Latest Grace Caroline Currey to Lead Crime Thriller ‘Dead Miles,’ VMI Launching Sales in Cannes (EXCLUSIVE) 3 hours ago Keanu Reeves to Voice Lead in Stop-Motion Samurai Movie ‘Hidari’ 4 hours ago ‘Slow Horses’ Banner See-Saw Signs $50 Million Multi-Year Film Financing Deal With Entourage Ventures (EXCLUSIVE) 15 hours ago See All Paul Ridd and Emma Boa The Edinburgh International Film Festival this year celebrates both its 79th edition overall and its third edition since it went through a major relaunch in 2023.
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