The Deauville American Film Festival has revealed its 2026 lineup, bringing a raft of French premieres to the Normandy seaside town alongside a competition slate and a starry roster of honourees. The festival, running from 4 to 13 September, will present major awards to Brendan Fraser, Ethan Hawke, Faye Dunaway, Susan Sarandon, Sophie Thatcher and Patrick Schwarzenegger, cementing its status as a key showcase for American cinema in France.

Screenings include French premieres such as Florian Zeller's "Bunker", Olivia Wilde's "The Invite" and Nicolas Winding Refn's "Her Private Hell", while a 13-film competition features Cannes and Venice standouts including "Club Kid" and "Company". Brendan Fraser and Ethan Hawke will receive the Deauville Talent Award, Faye Dunaway and Susan Sarandon will collect Icon Awards, and Sophie Thatcher and Patrick Schwarzenegger will be honoured with Rising Star awards.