News 76th Berlinale

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Feb 18, 2026: European Film Market 2026 Concludes on a Five Percent Increase in Participants in Attendance as well as a Remarkable Programme Growth

With a notable five percent increase in participants, the European Film Market 2026 at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival once again secured its position as a driving force for the global film industry at the beginning of the year [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Feb 16, 2026: Outstanding Stories in Focus: The Award-Winning Projects of the Berlinale Co‑Production Market 2026

Four cash prizes were awarded to feature film projects [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Feb 09, 2026: EFM Distributor Award Goes to Monica Felea and Ştefan Bradea from Bad Unicorn Distribution

The award, endowed with a cash prize of 7,500 euros is sponsored by Fintage House and will be presented during the EFM Kick-Off event on February 11, 2026 [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Jan 28, 2026: EFM Industry Programme 2026: Driving Growth Through Innovation and Connections

The European Film Market (EFM), the industry platform of the Berlinale, marks the start of the film business year by highlighting key trends, new business opportunities and strategies for the global film and TV production sector [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Jan 15, 2026: Co-Pro Series 2026: Pitches and Partners for Ten International Series Projects

For the twelfth edition of Co-Pro Series, the Berlinale Co-Production Market has selected ten international series projects [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Jan 15, 2026: The 12th Edition of Berlinale Series Market

The event will take place from February 15 to 18, 2026 and includes conferences, showcases, networking events, and the flagship label Berlinale Series Market Selects, featuring a line-up of series from around the world with high market potential [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Jan 12, 2026: 20 Years of Books at Berlinale: Ten Titles Selected for Potential Literary Adaptations in 2026

For 20 years, the Berlinale Co-Production Market has showcased selected bestsellers and promising new releases with strong screen potential at Books at Berlinale [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Jan 09, 2026: Berlinale Co-Production Market: Launchpad for 35 New International Feature Film Co-Productions

35 film projects from 27 countries have been selected. Their producers will meet with 600 potential co-producers, world sales agents, distributors, and other financiers at the event in the Atrium, right next to the Berlinale Palast [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Dec 02, 2025: Berlinale European Film Market 2026

With an expanded programme, new strategic partnerships, and a continued focus on innovation and cross-sector collaboration it reflects the evolving needs of the global audiovisual industry [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Oct 23, 2025: Morocco’s Film Industry Takes Center Stage as European Film Market’s “Country in Focus” at Berlinale 2026

With its rich cinematic heritage, internationally acclaimed filmmakers pushing boundaries and an ongoing thriving creative community, Morocco has established itself as a dynamic bridge between Africa, the Arab world and Europe [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Oct 14, 2025: Berlinale’s European Film Market Launches EFM Toolbox Distribution Academy

The three-year initiative is dedicated to building sustainable film distribution networks on the African continent [...]

World Cinema Fund | European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Sep 24, 2025: Berlinale Announces Sata Cissokho as New Head of the World Cinema Fund and Toolbox Programme

In this newly integrated role, Sata Cissokho will lead the strategic development of the WCF and Toolbox Programme, creating synergies between the Berlinale Pro initiatives. Current WCF Head Vincenzo Bugno completes his tenure at the end of 2025 after 21 years of remarkable service [...]

European Film Market & Co-Production Market

Aug 13, 2025: EFM Frontières Focus: European Film Market and Montreal’s Frontières Market Launch New Genre Collaboration for 2026

The European Film Market (EFM) announces a new partnership with Frontières for a special Work-in-Progress and In-Production showcase during Berlinale 2026 [...]