Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, today announced its 2026 feature and short film lineup. Taking place from June 3 to 14 in New York City, the Festival will showcase 118 feature films—including a record 103 world premieres—alongside 86 short films. Founded in the aftermath of September 11 on the belief that storytelling unites communities, Tribeca has grown into a global platform for bold storytelling and emerging voices. This milestone edition reflects that legacy, bringing together acclaimed filmmakers, breakthrough talent, and major cultural figures for a can’t-miss, citywide celebration. Passes and ticket packages are on sale now at TribecaFilm.com, with the Hudson Pass offering the premier festival experience, including VIP access and an invitation to Opening or Closing Night.
The Festival opens Wednesday, June 3, with the previously announced world premiere of Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial VS That’s the Weight of the World) directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, followed by a special performance by Earth, Wind & Fire and The Roots, setting the tone for a celebratory, music-forward festival. The lineup continues with exclusive post-premiere performances from Sara Bareilles, Peter Frampton, Mumford & Sons, The LOX, Magdalena Bay, andNoga Erez & Ori Rousso. Closing Night, presented by OKX and 10 Lives Studios, features the world premiere of Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell’s Kitchen, directed by Tribeca alum One9 (TF ‘14) – a love letter to New York City from one of its own – followed by an appearance by Keys.
The 2026 feature film slate balances high-profile premieres with breakout discoveries, reflecting Tribeca’s role as both a launchpad and a showcase. Highlights include performances by Susan Sarandon andAubrey Plaza in The Accompanist; Katie Holmes, who writes, directs, and stars in Happy Hours with Joshua Jackson; Alicia Vikander and Wagner Moura in The Last Day; Paul Rudd and Jeremy Sisto in Rain Reign; Vera Farmiga, Tim Blake Nelson, Jim Parsons, and Simon Rex in The Leader; Zach Braff in Clean Hands; Alison Brie, André Holland, Tom Sturridge, and Dustin Hoffman in The Revisionist; André Holland also stars alongside Wendell Pierce and Samira Wiley in They Fight; Marc Maron in In Memoriam; and Sofia Boutella, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lizzy McAlpine, Simon Pegg, and Quentin Tarantino in Only What We Carry. Select premieres, including The Accompanist, The Revisionist, Happy Hours and Iconoclast are presented by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
This year’s documentary slate spans sports legends, intimate portraits, unlikely friendships, long-awaited reunions, and the complexities of political life. Highlights include Carmelo Anthony in Born Melo; tennis icons Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova in Chris & Martina: The Final Set; and Bob Odenkirk and David Cross in Bob and David Climb Machu Picchu. Nostalgia takes center stage as Rider Strong, Danielle Fishel, and Will Friedle reunite for the 30th anniversary of Boy Meets World in Doc Meets World, marking the final live performance of their hit rewatch podcast and the last stop on their national tour. Comedy legends, including Will Ferrell, Maya Rudolph, and Dana Carvey, reflect on presidential impressions in Playing POTUS, while Mario chronicles the life of former New York Governor Mario Cuomo. IX XI, directed by first-time filmmaker Sean Wilsey, weaves together twelve personal accounts of September 11—a subject close to Tribeca’s founding story. Miss Representation: Rise Up is followed by a post-screening conversation with Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, Dr. Safiya Noble, Nina Jankowicz, and Jim Steyer. Art-focused titles include Jean-Michel, the first documentary made with the full participation of the Basquiat family, exploring the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat; and Derek and Hayley Hough deliver a special performance following the world premiere of The Symphony of Dance.
Tribeca also announced its Shorts lineup of 86 titles from 93 filmmakers, including 45 world premieres, across narrative, documentary, animated, and music video categories, one of the most expansive Shorts programs of any major film festival. For 25 years, Tribeca’s Shorts program has been a hub for discovery, giving emerging filmmakers their first platform. Fresh off its 13th Academy Award win and 25th nomination, the program is one of the most celebrated in the world, having helped launch the careers of filmmakers including Academy Award winners Ryan Coogler (TF ‘09), Domee Shi (TF ‘18), and Ben Proudfoot (TF ‘19, ‘21, ‘24, ‘25).
The 25th anniversary brings together an exceptional mix of first-time directors and returning Tribeca alumni, reflecting both where independent film has been and where it is headed. Among the first-time directors are world premieres from Sean Ono Lennon with threeASFOUR: Full Circle; Zach Woods with The Accompanist; Gabriel Basso, who directs, writes, and stars in Iconoclast; Quinn Whitney Wilson – who co-directs alongside Viridiana Lieberman – with Jean-Michel; Doron Max Hagay with She Keeps Me Young; Ellie Sachs (TF ’23, ’25) with Lucy Schulman; and the 2024 Through Her Lens: The Tribeca CHANEL Women’s Filmmaker Program alumna Lara Everly will premiere her short film Selah.
Tribeca also announced its Shorts lineup of 86 titles from 93 filmmakers, including 45 world premieres, across narrative, documentary, animated, and music video categories, one of the most expansive Shorts programs of any major film festival. For 25 years, Tribeca’s Shorts program has been a hub for discovery, giving emerging filmmakers their first platform. Fresh off its 13th Academy Award win and 25th nomination, the program is one of the most celebrated in the world, having helped launch the careers of filmmakers including Academy Award winners Ryan Coogler (TF ‘09), Domee Shi (TF ‘18), and Ben Proudfoot (TF ‘19, ‘21, ‘24, ‘25).
New in competition this year, the Best New York Short Award celebrates the stories and storytellers that have defined Tribeca as New York’s Festival. Returning for its second year, the dedicated Shorts Cinema at Spring Studios, the Festival’s hub, continues to expand access and visibility for the next generation of independent filmmakers.
To learn more about the Tribeca Festival programming team, visit TribecaFilm.com. The full feature and short film lineup for the 2026 Tribeca Festival is detailed below. For updates, follow @Tribeca and #Tribeca2026 on Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Festival passes and ticket packages are now available at TribecaFilm.com.