Melbourne International Film Festival

6-23 August 2026.

The story of film in Melbourne could not be told without the Melbourne International Film Festival.

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The MIFF program reveal is just around the corner. Until then, explore the standout titles in our First Glance slate – a sneak peek into the fearless, unforgettable cinema coming to Melbourne this August. The full program will be announced on Thursday 9 July at 8pm AEST.

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Here is a sneak peek at the eye-opening films coming to MIFF 2026. From international festival hits you can’t stop hearing about, to daring homegrown Australian features, our First Glance is just a small glimpse into our 74th MIFF program. More details: https://t.co/aGiXk0Pcow

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The 74th edition of MIFF will light up Melbourne this winter from 6–23 August with eye-opening cinema. In this year’s program, expect fearless new voices, unforgettable masterpieces and iconic retrospectives. Subscribe to Widescreen to stay in the loop.

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Grab your Multipass during the Early Bird sale this May. Buy a Multipass-6 or a Multipass-12 for up to 23% off single tickets. Keep the pass to yourself or share with friends. A Multipass is the easiest way to see more films for less. More details here: https://t.co/wm64pD1gno

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Do you love footy? MIFF, @aflvic, and @wearevicscreen are bringing back Footy Shorts. Four short film treatments that explore Aussie Rules Football will be selected and awarded professional development and a $25,000 budget. Full details here: https://t.co/BILvQmF71D

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Discover new voices in cinema as the next generation of filmmakers debut their first works. 34 films from the graduating class of Australia’s most influential film school stream for FREE via ACMI Cinema 3. Stream now until 22 December 22 - https://t.co/IZZ6nnGBTB

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Mary Bronstein, Charlotte Wells, James J. Robinson and Angourie Rice arrive on the red carpet for the MIFF 2025 Opening Night Gala premiere of If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.

Photo: Dijana Risteska / Theresa & Team

#MaryBronstein #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #MIFF2025

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MIFF 2025's full program is here — ready to be made yours. Our 4-day MIFF Member pre-sale starts now. General tickets go on sale at 9am AEST on Tuesday 15 July. Explore the full program at https://t.co/FihxlQ83uY

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Tickets to #MIFF2025 are now on sale!

MIFF lights up screens across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria this August.

Explore the program and book your tickets now at https://t.co/FihxlQ7vFq, via the MIFF App or at the MIFF Box Office (located at the ACMI Ticket Desk).

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The wait is over — we’re lifting the lid on MIFF 2025’s epic, expansive program. Our 4-day MIFF Member pre-sale starts now. General tickets go on sale at 9am AEST on Tuesday 15 July.

Explore the full program at https://t.co/FihxlQ83uY

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Kick off the festival in style. MIFF’s iconic opening night is back! Be the first in Australia to see the hugely anticipated If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, featuring a powerhouse performance from Rose Byrne. Tickets are limited — secure yours here: https://t.co/Mbw7DMnsLD

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See Jung Jae-il conduct and perform his composition for Bong Joon-ho’s masterpiece, Parasite, alongside Orchestra Victoria — while the film plays on the big screen. Don't miss this Australian premiere — coming exclusively to @MIFFofficial.

Sat 23 August, Arts Centre Melbourne.

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Now on sale: Parasite Live in Concert with Conductor Jung Jae-il! Don't miss out this opportunity to see Bong Joon-ho's acclaimed masterpiece live at Hamer Hall. Presented by MIFF and Orchestra Victoria: https://t.co/obyGfVS4mi

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Acclaimed LA-based singer, songwriter and composer Julia holter makes her long-awaited return to Melbourne this August to present a live score of Carl Theodor Dreyer’s 1928 masterpiece, The Passion of Joan of Arc. Tickets on sale now: https://t.co/AyFWgUhWOs

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Here is your first look at the bold and brilliant films coming to #MIFF2025.From buzzworthy titles direct from festival circuit, to all-new Australian features, our First Glance lineup delivers a taste of what’s to come at MIFF. Click here to Look Closer: https://t.co/aGiXk0Pcow

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The Melbourne International Film Festival lights up screens from 7—24 August.

This year, we’re inviting you to Look Closer at stories from near and far.

Your first look at #MIFF2025 lands tomorrow morning at 11am. Subscribe to Widescreen to stay in the loop.

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Announcing the five film teams selected for this year's Footy Shorts line up — presented by MIFF and the AFL, and supported by VicScreen.

You can see the final projects on 12 August at ACMI. Tickets will go on sale after Program Launch on 10 July

https://t.co/BILvQmF71D

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Discounted Early Bird passes for MIFF 2025 are now on sale. Use your pass on your own or share it with friends — no restrictions.

Buy a Multipass-6 or a Multipass-12 by 31 May before prices go up: https://t.co/wm64pD1gno

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The 73rd edition of the Melbourne International Film Festival will take place 7 to 24 August 2025.

Save the dates and get ready for another spectacular celebration of cinema, featuring the best new filmmaking from far and wide.

Our Early Bird sale begins in May — stay tuned.

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Footy and film team up for an exciting initiative! We've partnered with @AFL and @wearevicscreen to give emerging Victorian filmmakers a chance to make a short doco about footy. Learn more about the submissions process and submit a pitch here: https://t.co/BILvQmF71D