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Nonprofit org that discovers and supports independent film and media artists and introduces audiences to their new work. Presenter of #SundanceFilmFestival
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📣 We’re thrilled to announce the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival lineup. Explore projects from our Features and Episodic programs premiering at the Festival this year: festival.sundance.org
Cold days call for warm layers❄️⛷️ The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival is just days away—stay warm, shop the collection now.

Visit: store.sundance.org
January 20, 2026 at 5:21 PM
The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival App is here! 📲

In-person attendees: Download the Sundance Film Festival 2026 mobile app to scan your tickets, vote for films, and more.
January 19, 2026 at 10:42 PM
Books come to life in new ways at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. From classic novels to contemporary memoirs and inventive short stories, this year’s lineup of literary adaptations reimagines the page for the screen, offering unexpected interpretations.

Read more: sndnc.org/4pLI0bo
January 19, 2026 at 9:08 PM
From rising stars to legends, the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival reveals the stories behind the hits. These films capture the ambition, obsession, and artistry that fuel music and the artists who make it unforgettable.

Read more: sndnc.org/3LHBHYt
January 19, 2026 at 1:28 AM
From rock stars and artists to athletes, political leaders, and chess prodigies — the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival features a slate of documentaries that celebrate authenticity, resilience, and the courage to live out loud.

Read more: sndnc.org/4riPlRh
January 18, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Meet the Sundance Institute’s 2026 Press Inclusion Initiative participants, who will cover the #SundanceFilmFestival next week!

The Sundance Institute Press Inclusion Initiative is made possible by support from Netflix, Rotten Tomatoes, and Golden Globe Foundation.
January 18, 2026 at 12:25 AM
The 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival features over 70 projects directed by women, spanning features, short films, and episodic works. These films explore love, identity, power, and the many ways stories can move us, offering fresh, distinctive perspectives across genres.

Read more: sndnc.org/49G2uMT
January 17, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Inspired by his mother’s love of dance, Josef Kubota Wladyka’s "Ha-chan, Shake Your Booty!" follows Haru, a Tokyo ballroom dancer navigating grief, friendship, and unexpected love. Premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival.

Read the full Backstory: sndnc.org/45aUNgq
January 17, 2026 at 2:51 AM
The online schedule is LIVE! 🚨

Join the Sundance Institute’s Story Forum: Exploring Art and Innovation. Over 15+ sessions to learn about creative technology, virtual production, and the future of storytelling.

Jan 29–30 online at Sundance Collab.
Register now: sndnc.org/3NlFIm8
January 16, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Announcing the 2026 Screenwriters Lab and Intensive Fellows!

11 projects were selected for the annual Screenwriters Lab, where fellows will further develop their scripts with the guidance of experienced creative advisors.

Learn more: sndnc.org/4qZMxbn
January 16, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Looking for laughs at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival? You’ll find everything from pitch-black satire and romantic comedies to showbiz send-ups and standout short films. The lineup mixes comedy vets with first-time filmmakers trying their hand at cracking an audience up.

Read more: sndnc.org/4blgpdV
January 16, 2026 at 2:12 AM
We’re thrilled to announce David Linde will join Sundance Institute as CEO beginning February 2026 — a longtime advocate for artist-driven storytelling, his work has been intrinsically linked to our own throughout his time as the former CEO of Participant, Co-Founder of Focus Features, and more.
January 15, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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Charli XCX, Olivia Wilde, Kogonada and more: oh my! Here are ten of the films we’re most looking forward to from the Sundance Film Festival’s final year in Park City. boxd.it/2Vc
January 14, 2026 at 6:11 PM
A huge thank you for your patience today. We truly appreciate you sticking with us. The site is back up and running!

Get your Single Film Tickets for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival at festival.sundance.org.
January 14, 2026 at 6:08 PM
We’re experiencing some technical difficulties with ticket sales. We know you’re excited to secure your seats (and we’re excited to have you!), so we’re working hard to fix this ASAP.

Thank you for bearing with us—we’ll be back up and running shortly!
January 14, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Josephine Decker’s “Chasing Summer,” written by and starring Iliza Shlesinger, follows Jamie as she returns to her Texas hometown after heartbreak to navigate friendship, desire, and self-discovery. Premiering at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival.

Read more: sndnc.org/3LxwOkO
January 14, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Fest in style, wherever the day takes you. ❄️
Explore the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival merch collection.

Shop now at store.sundance.org
January 14, 2026 at 12:56 AM
🎟️ Tomorrow at 10 a.m. MT! Single Film Tickets for the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival go on sale Wednesday, January 14.

Don’t wait—tickets sell out quickly. Browse the Program and save your Favorites now: festival.sundance.org/my-account
January 13, 2026 at 10:46 PM
We’re excited to announce the incredible group of artists and storytellers and influential voices across film, art, and culture who will serve as the jurors for the 2026
#SundanceFilmFestival.

Learn more: sndnc.org/4szVV7j
January 13, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Teenage friendships are messy, intense, and unforgettable. In "Extra Geography," Molly Manners’ feature debut, two friends hatch a wild plan to fall in love with the next person they see. The film premieres at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival.

Read more: sndnc.org/44VRhX6
January 13, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Hey, Utah! We’re thrilled to bring back Local Lens—free screenings for permanent Utah residents during the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. This year, enjoy four in-person screenings and your choice of one online screening. Reserve your tickets Jan 14 at 10 a.m. MT.

Learn more: sndnc.org/4pznOJO
January 12, 2026 at 8:40 PM
January 12, 2026 at 6:55 AM
Congratulations to Rose Byrne on winning Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy at the #GoldenGlobes for “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.” 🏆 Directed by Mary Bronstein, the film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
January 12, 2026 at 3:31 AM
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Rose Byrne wins Best Actress in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy for If I Had Legs I'd Kick You 🏆

#GoldenGlobes
January 12, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Asian and AAPI filmmakers are sharing a wide range of stories at the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival. From documentaries and fiction to animation and short films, each project reflects a unique perspective shaped by lived experience.

Read more: sndnc.org/44ZvIot
January 11, 2026 at 8:57 PM