Overview

• Tom Cruise’s 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' will premiere out of competition, marking the actor’s farewell to the iconic franchise.
• Scarlett Johansson and Harris Dickinson debut as directors in Cannes’ 'Un Certain Regard' section, showcasing a growing trend of actors stepping behind the camera.
• Berlin-based filmmaker Mascha Schilinski’s 'In die Sonne schauen' is among six female-directed films in the main competition, reflecting a push for greater inclusivity.
• Robert De Niro will receive an honorary Palme d’Or for lifetime achievement, while Juliette Binoche leads the international jury for the prestigious awards.
• The festival received a record 2,909 film submissions this year, highlighting its global appeal and competitive selection process.