Philadelphia Film Festival celebrates 35th anniversary with largest ever lineup
Philadelphia Film Festival celebrates 35th anniversary with largest ever lineup
Timothy WaltonTue, October 13, 2026 at 11:56 AM UTC
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The 35th annual Philadelphia Film Festival kicks off on October 15 with 144 films coming to Philadelphia over the 11-day event. The festival curates some of the biggest films of the year, many of which will be garnering Oscar buzz come awards season.
The 35th annual Philadelphia Film Festival kicks off on October 15 with 144 films coming to Philadelphia over the 11-day event. The festival curates some of the biggest films of the year, many of which will be garnering Oscar buzz come awards season.
The Philadelphia Film Festival kicks off with Noah Segan's "The Last Pickpocket in New York" starring John Turturro. The Director will be in attendance for the Philadelphia premier.
There are films featuring some of the world's best actors including Helen Mirren, Adam Driver, Pedro Pascal and many more. There are foreign films, independent gems and films made in Philadelphia. "The Phan" documents the history and legacy of the Philly Phanatic.
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The films are categorized into nearly a dozen themes ranging from documentaries to animation. There is a category for Masters of Cinema, a Spotlight section and one called Centerpieces.
The closing night headliner on October 25th features a new film written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg. It includes a performance from Julianne Moore that is earning early attention for Oscar voters.
There are many ways to attend the festival including tickets for individual shows and limited walk-up spaces, but an all-access badge provides the best opportunity to see as many shows as possible and truly indulge in the event's star-studded lineup.
Philadelphia Film Festival | Facebook | InstagramOctober 15-25, 2026
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