BFI London Film Festival – 5 to 16 October 2022

Discover the world’s best new films, series and immersive storytelling

5 to 16 October in cinemas around the UK
14 to 23 October on BFI Player

Find out how to fest, how to book and about access at the festival

All films and events

From free events to red carpet premieres, there’s something for everyone at the LFF.

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The Good Nurse

Tobias Lindholm, acclaimed screenwriter of The Hunt, directs Jessica Chastain and Eddie Redmayne in this quietly insidious true crime story.

Allelujah

Richard Eyre’s all-star adaptation of Alan Bennett’s acclaimed play about a hospital for the elderly under threat of closure, is a lively, witty and often strikingly acerbic critique.

Intravene

Sound artist collective Darkfield return to the LFF with an immersive audio experience that grapples with the overdose crisis in Vancouver.

Watch on BFI Player 14 to 23 October

Robe of Gems

A loosely linked set of characters intersect in a rural community beset by cartel crime in Natalia López Gallardo’s disarming debut feature.

The Cloud Messenger

A 16-year-old boy feels a powerful attraction towards his classmate, soon realising that much larger forces are at play, in this captivating reimagining of an ancient Indian myth.

Chee$e

Damian Marcano’s vibrant, rollicking, rags-to-riches tale follows the antics of a young Trinidadian cheesemaker-turned-drug dealer.

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Galas

Star-studded premieres of some of the most anticipated films of the year.

Special Presentations

Join us for Series, Experimenta, BFI Flare and more Special Presentations.

LFF Awards

The most innovative, groundbreaking new films and immersive storytelling from across the world.

Strands

What are you in the mood for? Our programmers’ carefully chosen suggestions to get your emotions stirred or soothed.

Series

Discover your next obsession! This year’s programme showcases the best in new series and television premieres from around the globe.

Immersive art and extended reality

Step into a new dimension of storytelling with LFF Expanded.

In cinemas across the UK

This year we’re more accessible than ever. Join us at our fabulous partner cinemas from 5 to 16 October.

25 & Under

Sign up for a free BFI 25 & Under account to get your hands on festival tickets for just £5, including red-carpet premieres!

BFI Membership

Become a BFI Member from £37 to enjoy priority Festival booking as well as other great benefits all year round.

BFI Player

Our line-up of films on BFI Player, including free short films, is available to enjoy wherever you are in the UK.

Festival guests

We are delighted to welcome our filmmaker guests to attend screenings for introductions and/or Q&A sessions with the audience.

Festival news

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Jennifer Lawrence added to lineup of Screen Talks at 66th BFI London Film Festival

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Industry programme announced for 66th BFI London Film Festival

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LFF For Free programme announced

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Additional films and Screen Talks announced for 66th BFI London Film Festival

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