Film enthusiasts and celebrities are descending upon the largest city in Canada for the Toronto International Film Festival. The 51st installment of TIFF, spanning 11 days from Thursday onwards, showcases nearly 300 films and notable actors like Javier Bardem, Cynthia Erivo, and Seth Rogen. Throughout the event, we will provide insights into red carpet premieres, fan enthusiasm, and other festival highlights.
On Day 3, Lauren Miller Rogen joins her husband, Seth Rogen, in the promotion of “Babies,” a film she both wrote and directed. The movie features Seth Rogen and Anna Kendrick as a couple contemplating parenthood. Sarah Paulson captivates before the premiere of her movie “Closing Night” at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Courtney Cox directs “Evil Genius,” a film dramatizing a peculiar 2003 bank heist, with Patricia Arquette and David Harbour starring in the production that debuted at Roy Thomson Hall.
Day 2 sees fans of K-pop sensation Lisa gathering at the premiere of her documentary “Always Lalisa” at Roy Thomson Hall. The cast and crew of “The Stunt Driver,” including Jay Baruchel and Ed Helms, grace the red carpet, with director Michael Dowse affirming Baruchel’s suitability for the role based on his prior performance in “Blackberry.” Rebel Wilson promotes “Girl Group,” a film she wrote, directed, and starred in alongside Jennifer Coolidge and Randall Park. Additionally, James McAvoy signs autographs before the premiere of his supernatural drama “Faith” at the Royal Alexandra Theatre.
Day 1 features workers preparing the red carpet for the opening film “Being Heumann” by acclaimed director Siân Heder, and the Canadian premieres of “Fjord,” “The Housewife,” and “Stuffed.” At Roy Thomson Hall, the cast and crew of “Being Heumann” gather for its premiere. Actor Rio Finnegan and TIFF 2026 Tribute Award honouree Fan Bingbing also attend the screening. Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow graces the event along with Jodie Comer from “Killing Eve.” Naomi Watts meets fans at the premiere of “The Housewife,” directed by Canadian filmmaker Ben Shirinian, a historical drama starring Watts and Luke Evans.