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Dublin Film Festival 2026 Lineup Unveiled: Colin Farrell, Bill Nighy

Dublin Film Festival 2026 Lineup Unveiled: Colin Farrell, Bill Nighy

The Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) has unveiled the lineup for its 2026 edition, featuring 83 films, including 17 world premieres. Among the stars expected to travel to Dublin for the Feb. 19-March 1 fest are the likes of Paul Rudd, Bill Nighy, Colin Farrell, Chris Colfer, Nick Jonas, Ciarán Hinds, Colin Morgan, Dominic Cooper, Sarah Bolger, Katie McGrath, Aidan Gillen and Éanna Hardwicke. This year’s edition will also present a record number of 26 Irish narrative features and documentaries, 17 of which will celebrate their world premiere. “The mix of veterans and rising stars ensures a festival that bridges generations and inspires future filmmakers,” organizers said on Tuesday. “By boldly immersing audiences in cinema culture, DIFF 2026 will bring Dublin city to life with vibrant screenings, pop-up events, and a sense of anticipation that spreads across the city’s theatres, cafes and cultural spaces.” The program will feature movies in various genres and from around the world, in addition to local fare. Said Dublin festival director Gráinne Humphreys: “Ireland is often referred to as a nation of cinema-goers, but we do not always see …

Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas Film ‘Power Ballad’ to Close Dublin Festival

Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas Film ‘Power Ballad’ to Close Dublin Festival

John Carney’s musical-comedy Power Ballad, starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd, will world premiere as the closing film of this year’s Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF), organizers said on Wednesday. And they highlighted that the two stars would be in attendance.  The film follows Rick (Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, who crosses paths with Danny (Jonas), a fading boyband star, during a gig. “Bonding over music and a late-night jam session, the two strike up an unlikely friendship,” reads a synopsis. “However, when Rick and Danny return to their respective worlds, they discover that this chance encounter will upend both their lives in very different ways.”  The Dublin fest described the movie as “a rousing, feel-good celebration of music, friendship, self-respect and the price of ambition” that promises to ensure “a memorable finale to this year’s Dublin International Film Festival.” Said Carney: “I’m delighted to have our film, Power Ballad, close this year’s festival. It’s apt to go out, after so many great films, with a bang of music and fun. Who wouldn’t want to watch Paul Rudd throw Nick Jonas off a balcony? (Seriously, that happens in …