IndieWire Critics Survey Reveals Top Films from 2026 Cannes Film Festival
The Best Films of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, According to IndieWire’s Critics’ Survey

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The 2026 Cannes Film Festival showcased remarkable films, with Ryusuke Hamaguchi's 'All of a Sudden' voted the best by IndieWire's critics. Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord' won Best Screenplay, while Jordan Firstman's 'Club Kid' was recognized as the best debut feature.
- 01Ryusuke Hamaguchi's 'All of a Sudden' was voted the best film of the festival by IndieWire's critics.
- 02Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord' won the award for Best Screenplay.
- 03Jordan Firstman's 'Club Kid' received overwhelming support as the best debut feature.
- 04The poll included votes for Best Director, with Mungiu also receiving nominations.
- 05Unlike the Cannes jury, IndieWire's critics did not agree on the top film.
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The 2026 Cannes Film Festival concluded with a rich selection of films that sparked discussions among cinephiles. IndieWire's critics conducted a survey to identify the standout films of the festival, with Ryusuke Hamaguchi's Parisian drama 'All of a Sudden' taking the top spot as the best film. Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord', which won the Palme d'Or, was recognized for Best Screenplay, showcasing its strong narrative. Additionally, Jordan Firstman's debut feature 'Club Kid' emerged as the best first feature, securing a significant majority of votes. Critics also highlighted Firstman's screenplay as one of the festival's best writing achievements. The survey reflects a diverse range of opinions, with critics voting across multiple categories, including Best Director, underscoring the festival's impact on the cinematic landscape.
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