
Highlights from the BFI London Film Festival 2026
As the 2026 BFI London Film Festival gets underway, we're keeping you updated with all the UK titles including Elsinore, Wild Horse Nine & more!
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As the 2026 BFI London Film Festival gets underway, we're keeping you updated with all the UK titles including Elsinore, Wild Horse Nine & more!

From Jane Austen romance and high-stakes legal battles to psychological thrillers and intergalactic racing, October delivered another diverse line-up of stories.

If you can’t quite stomach a scary film, focus on the frights hidden in every other genre.

In this episode of the ScreenUK Podcast, director Georgia Oakley and writer Diana Reid go inside the making of the new adaptation of Jane Austen's classic.

Steam your satin and brush your tux, because this month marked the start of a new season: awards season.

Richard Hunter’s must-watch UK independent film is Mike Leigh’s MEANTIME. He reflects on the film’s raw character work, its young cast including Tim Roth, Gary Oldman and Alfred Molina.

Safiyya Ingar reflects on filming at Barry Island, which she calls her most memorable UK shoot.

Double Oscar-winning actor Mahershala Ali gives an impeccable central performance in this deeply compelling thriller.

From the creator of It's a Sin, Russell T. Davies, immerse yourself in this brutal five-part drama, featuring outstanding central performances.

Dive headfirst into this high-stakes, run-based racing game, set in the iconic Star Wars universe.

With UK actors  webslinging, superheroing and  breaking box-office records, we look at the stars who have become comic-book legends.

From filming Vera Drake to Made in Dagenham, Daniel Mays reflects on the iconic venue and remembers dancing there alongside the late Bob Hoskins.

Immerse yourself in this original adaptation of a cherished classic, in this story of economic and romantic catastrophe.

British actors Sienna Miller and Dominic West are outstanding as the leads in this compelling divorce drama series.

Create and manage unique zoos around the world in this compelling sequel to the popular simulation game.

We’ve gathered the evidence, and it looks like there’s nothing we can’t mine for laughs.

Go behind the scenes of AETHUS with developer Alex Kane, founder of Pawsmanaut Games, and discover the story behind his ambitious debut indie title.

Immerse yourself in this multi-layered exploration of the extreme mountain-climbing industry and the changing culture that surrounds it.

Welsh actor Catherine Zeta-Jones is spellbinding as the lead in this high-octane series about a deadly game of cat and mouse

Renowned New Zealand filmmaker Taika Waititi directs and co-adapts this warm-hearted sci-fi tale of familial healing.

American filmmaker Lance Hammer makes his comeback as writer, director, editor and co-producer in this moving drama about dementia.

Inspired by this years’ Sheffield DocFest’s theme, we explore how recent documentaries are tackling climate change, conflict, activism and identity through compelling real-life stories.

British actors Tom Courtenay and Charlotte Rampling are at the top of their game in this rich and thought-provoking drama.

The story of a budding author turning to sex work to research his first novel, Sebastian poses many provocative questions about the creative process and queer life in London. Director Mikko Mäkelä joined the BFI for a conversation from Sund…

Experience the glitz of the red carpet as we bring you the latest premieres from the 66th BFI London Film Festival.

Follow the misfortunes of three young football players at a fictional Premier League club in this enjoyable comedy caper.

Delve into a high-grunge, post-industrial world in this unique, creative and highly original stop-motion animation.

Shiva Baby’s Rachel Sennott leads this feature debut about trauma recovery from writer-director Ally Pankiw.

Claire Foy and James McAvoy star in a Scottish Highlands-set drama about the disappearance of their child.

The 78th British Academy Film Awards ceremony takes place on 16 February. Congratulations to all of the brilliant films and talent nominated this year...who do you think will win?

The ever-compelling Andrea Riseborough heads up this haunting head-scratcher about a grieving woman.

In our exclusive interview, Jodie Comer tells us about filming The End We Start From in the West Coast of Scotland.

Based on real-life events, this gripping three-episode mini-series explores unsolved murders that took place in the Welsh county of Pembrokeshire.

Explore enchanted forests and dangerous dungeons in this soulful and cerebral action-adventure game.