Cannes Film Market Draws Record 16,000 Participants as Japan Surges

Cannes Market Posts Record Attendance Against Complex Geopolitical Backdrop

In a release put out on the eve of its opening on May 13, Cannes Marché du Film has unveiled record attendance against a complex geopolitical backdrop. It said 40,000 professionals were expected overall at the festival with 16,000 participants from 140 countries registered to attend, which is slightly up from 2025. The U.S., France and the UK will be the top three countries in terms of attendance, while Europe continues to lead as the most r…

Cannes Film Market Draws Record 16,000 Participants as Japan Surges

The Cannes Film Market is heading into its 2026 edition with record registration figures, counting 16,000 market participants from more than 140 countries among the broader Cannes Film Festival gathering of 40,000 industry professionals. The U.S., France and the U.K. hold their positions as the top three countries by attendance, with Europe remaining the most […]