About this Event:
Munich International Film Festival (Filmfest München) is the largest summer film festival in Germany and second only in size and importance to the Berlinale. It has been held annually since 1983 and takes place in late June or early July. Established as one of the major showcases of new German films, it has grown to showcase 250 features, documentaries and TV movies to over 70,000 attendees, 2,500 industry insiders and 600 accredited press, with more than 1.3 million people attending screenings since its inaugural edition.
Date & Time:
Friday, June 25 to Sunday July 4, 2027 in Munich, Germany, with the 43rd edition having just ended and the next festival afterwards in June/July 2027.
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Venue & Location:
Gasteig cultural center, festival center where screenings, panels, ceremonies and discussions take place. Official base: Gasteig HP8, Hans-Preissinger-Strasse 8, 81379 Munich, Germany, in Sendling, plus 12 venues across Munich including Amerikahaus and HFF, with most cinemas in the centre.
Staying overnight?
Check the nearest hotel near the venue.
What to expect
- At Filmfest München, visitors can watch International film screenings. They can also enjoy red carpet events, film premieres, and celebrations.
- Visitors may get a chance to meet actors and filmmakers. FilmTalks are special talks where people can learn more about the films. The festival also shows documentaries.
- Awards are another important part of the event. CineKindl and CineYou offer fun film activities for children and young people. CineCoPro is a special meeting where film professionals can talk about making films together with people.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your visit.
When and where is Filmfest München 2027?
Filmfest München 2027 takes place from June 25 to July 4, 2027 in Munich, Germany. The official site lists Open on map, 06/25 - 07/04/2027, with the festival taking place in late June or early July each year.
What is the history of Filmfest München?
Filmfest München has been held every year since 1983. It is the largest summer film festival in Germany and second only in size and importance to the Berlinale. The festival itself celebrated its 40th festival edition in 2023, and the 43rd Munich International Film Festival has just ended with all prizes awarded.
What is the exact venue address for Filmfest München?
Festival centre is at Munich's cultural center Gasteig, where screenings, panels, ceremonies and discussions take place. Current base is Gasteig HP8 cultural centre in Sendling, Hans-Preissinger-Strasse 8, 81379 Munich, near Brudermühlstrasse U-Bahn on U3, with additional venues at Amerikahaus, Gloria Palast and HFF.
What programme sections are at Filmfest München?
Sections are CineMasters Competition, CineVision Competition, CineRebels, CineCoPro, Spotlight, International Independents, CineKindl, New German Cinema and New German Television Productions. Big international titles sit next to brand-new German films, TV series get their own strand, and there is a strong lineup of debuts from young directors.
How many films and visitors does Filmfest München attract?
In recent editions it showcased 164 films from 54 countries including 141 premieres, and 130 films with 28 world premieres in another edition. Since its inaugural edition, more than 1.3 million people have attended screenings, with 70,000 attendees, 2,500 industry insiders and 600 accredited press in a recent edition, plus festival atmosphere without tickets every night on the piazza of Gasteig.
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