Sheffield DocFest Unveils 2026 Public Program: Over 100 World, International, European Premieres, Oscar-Stature Filmmakers, 100th-Birthday Tribute To David Attenborough
Sheffield DocFest has unveiled its 2026 public program, featuring over 100 world, international, European, and UK premieres across documentary film, immersive media, and live events. The festival will highlight works by Oscar-nominated and Oscar-winning filmmakers, including Questlove, Tilda Swinton, and Waad Al-Khateab. A special tribute to Sir David Attenborough will mark his 100th birthday, celebrating his impact on environmental storytelling and conservation.
- ▪The 33rd Sheffield DocFest will run from June 10–15 in Northern England, showcasing non-fiction storytelling across multiple platforms.
- ▪The festival opens with the world premiere of 'We, The Hated,' a documentary about the environmental activist group Just Stop Oil.
- ▪A tribute titled 'Sir David Attenborough at 100: A Living Legacy' will feature leading voices discussing his influence on environmental activism and media.
- ▪Music documentaries are a major focus, including the International Premiere of Questlove’s Earth, Wind & Fire film and the UK premiere of 'The Ballad of Judas Priest.'
- ▪Featured guests include Michael Sheen, Miriam Margolyes, Mark Cousins, Amy Goodman, and guest of honor Maxine Peake.
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Sheffield DocFest screening Ahn Do/Sheffield DocFest Sheffield DocFest, the UK’s leading documentary film festival, will be welcoming some of nonfiction film’s biggest talents to the 33rd edition of the international event. The full public program announced Wednesday features the latest work from Oscar winners Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Tilda Swinton, Oscar nominees Maite Alberdi, Liz Garbus, Sara Dosa, Waad Al-Khateab, Tia Lessin, and Carl Deal, plus appearances by Michael Sheen, Miriam Margolyes, Mark Cousins, Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman, guest of honor Maxine Peake and more. The lineup is packed with over 100 world, international, European, and UK premieres.
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