Overview
- The 42nd edition runs Jan. 22–Feb. 1 in Utah and marks the festival’s final Park City chapter before a planned move to Boulder, Colorado next year.
- It is the first Sundance since founder Robert Redford’s death, with restored legacy screenings and his 1969 film Downhill Racer anchoring tributes.
- A 90‑film lineup mixes starry premieres such as The Invite, I Want Your Sex, The Gallerist, Wicker and Carousel with discoveries across genres.
- Nonfiction offerings highlight high‑profile subjects like Brittney Griner, Courtney Love and Salman Rushdie alongside news‑driven stories including Gaza.
- Competition titles will be available to stream nationwide Jan. 29–Feb. 1, with online tickets starting at $35; a fundraising gala honors Chloé Zhao, Ed Harris and Nia DaCosta.