London Film Festival

The 69th edition of the BFI London Film Festival brings more than 250 new films to the South Bank to make their cinematic debut on the biggest screens in town. 

Taking place from 8-19 October, the UK's biggest film event once again spreads out across the South Bank with film screenings and events happening at the BFI Southbank, BFI IMAX and at the Southbank Centre's Royal Festival Hall.

The LFF programme is huge, covering all genres of cinema from across the world, including plenty of indie and mainstream film premieres. For film lovers, this is one of London's most exciting film celebrations.

Every year, the London Film Festival is the venue for a host of world premieres of major new British films and visitors can also look forward to a slew of glamorous red carpet events happening by the river every day of the week.

Tickets, booking and free events

TICKETS AND BOOKING
Take note that this is Britain’s biggest film event and tickets are likely to sell out fast for the most anticipated features. Ticket sales open in September and are staggered with BFI members getting early bird priority booking access. Keep your eye on the official festival website for the latest ticket announcements.

As this is a festival, all films start promptly at their advertised start times with no trailers. Make sure to be at your seats at the advertised time!

LFF FOR FREE
The London Film Festival has a rich programme of free events taking place at the Festival Café at BFI Southbank, including talks and debates, short film screenings, DJ nights and more.