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Film · 1946–2026
Held on the French Riviera since 1946, Cannes is the world's most prestigious film festival; its top prize, the Palme d'Or, is a landmark of international art cinema.
Next edition
May 22, 2027
Cannes' highest prize, awarded to the best film in the main competition — the most coveted honor in world cinema.
Cannes' second-highest award, effectively the runner-up to the Palme d'Or.
A distinction from the Cannes jury, ranking below the Palme d'Or and Grand Prix.
Awarded to the best FIRST film across all of Cannes' sections.
An independent Cannes prize for films exploring LGBTQ+ themes and characters.
The full lineup of films selected for the main competition — every title vying for the Palme d'Or. This is a showcase of the SELECTION itself, not a prize: simply to play in competition at Cannes is a distinction. Covers 2000 onward (2020 cancelled).
