Discover the world’s best new films, series and immersive storytelling
The 68th BFI London Film Festival runs from 9 to 20 October 2024 in London and around the UK.
Booking dates
Wed 4 Sep – programme revealed
Mon 9 Sep 10:00 – priority booking for BFI Patrons
Tue 10 Sep 10:00 – priority booking for BFI Members
Tue 17 Sep 10:00 – tickets on sale
Thu 3 Oct 10:00 – extra tickets released for some screenings and events
About the festival
Find out our top tips for how to navigate the festival, all the information about tickets and booking, £5 tickets for 16 to 25 year olds and access at the festival.
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Elton John: Never Too Late
Follow Sir Elton John on his final US live shows in this candid and riveting documentary by R.J. Cutler and David Furnish.
Hard Truths
Mike Leigh returns to the BFI London Film Festival with this uncompromising, yet heartfelt, portrait of contemporary family life in London.
Abiding Nowhere
Tsai Ming-liang returns with the tenth episode in his Walker series, featuring both protagonists from Days: the magnificent Lee Kang-sheng and singular Anong Houngheuangsy.
The Piano Lesson
Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington and Danielle Deadwyler star in Malcolm Washington’s involving adaptation of August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play.
Sujo
Following Identifying Features, their impressive 2020 debut, filmmaking duo Fernanda Valadez and Astrid Rondero present another engrossing tale exploring toxic masculinity.
Patrice: The Movie
Prepare to fall in love with Patrice Jetter - crossing guard, artist, figure skater, disability activist and much, much more - in Ted Passon’s warm-hearted and compassionate documentary.
Event highlights
Imogen Heap: Creating with the Audience
Grammy Award-winning musician Imogen Heap shares her most recent experiments with AI that seek to bring audiences into the process of creation and performance.
Special Event: Disclaimer
Alfonso Cuarón and cast members join us on stage for a discussion following the screening of three episodes from Cuarón’s new series Disclaimer.
Film in Print
A weekend chock-full of author Q&As, signings and panel discussions celebrating the art of writing about film.
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LFF Awards
A celebration of the most exciting, innovative new films and cinematic storytelling.
Explore our festival venues
Discover our fabulous partner venues around the UK and what films are available to enjoy outside London.
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Programme highlights from this year’s BFI London Film Festival industry programme.
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Sponsors and partners
With thanks to our generous sponsors, supporters, funders, partners, Auteurs Circle, Patrons, Members and volunteers for making it all possible.
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Download our digital BFI London Film Festival 2024 brochure, compatible with most screen readers.
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Delegates enjoy access to a bespoke programme of screenings, in-person panels and talks, and networking socials.
Find out moreBFI Film Academy at LFF
Our selection of in-person events, online interviews, and films on BFI Player, as part of LFF 2024.
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