Hot Docs Industry

Hot Docs Industry Day Recap Check out the highlights from Wednesday, April 29, at the Hot Docs Industry Conference & Market. Featured events included Meet the Broadcasters, Documentary is Ceremony, and the Industry Closing Reception presented by Paramount+.

For over three decades, we’ve been proud to support the careers of filmmakers and the work of our industry partners. Check for today’s industry-access events and lounge hours.

For over three decades, we’ve been proud to support the careers of filmmakers and the work of our industry partners. Check for today’s industry-access events and lounge hours.

Huge congrats to Jennifer Holness for being named the 2026 Hot Docs Don Haig Award recipient! This prestigious honor celebrates Jennifer’s creative vision and entrepreneurship as the Executive Producer of the festival selection Black Zombie.

For over three decades, we’ve been proud to support the careers of filmmakers and the work of our industry partners. Check for today’s industry-access events and lounge hours.

Industry Schedule For over 30 years, we’ve been proud to support filmmakers and our industry partners. This year, Hot Docs remains your space to connect, build new partnerships, and celebrate exceptional storytelling. Check for today’s industry-access events and lounge hours.

Hot Docs Industry Schedule Announced The 2026 Hot Docs industry conference and market will take place in Toronto's Annex neighbourhood, April 27 to 29, during the Hot Docs Festival. Secure your spot today - register now! At hotdocs.ca/industry

🎉 Just Announced! 2026 Hot Docs Festival Full Lineup 🌟 2026 Hot Docs Festival official poster artwork created by Toronto-based artist Vivian Rosas. ☝️ Check out the 2026 Festival lineup now at hotdocs.ca/festival or via the link in @hotdocs_'s bio!

On Tuesday, March 24, at 10:00 AM EDT, join the live stream of the 2026 Hot Docs Festival press conference! Be among the first to discover the highly anticipated lineup of this year’s official selections and programs. Visit our YouTube channel, @HotDocsFest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@HotDocsFest

🏆 And the Oscar goes to...MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN Huge congratulations to the team behind MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN for winning the Academy Award for Documentary Feature Film! 🎞️✨ We are beyond proud to have featured this incredible film as a 2025 Hot Docs official selection. A massive shoutout to directors David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin on this historic win! 👏

Hot Docs is pleased to announce the appointment of seven new members to the Board of Directors, marking a growth in leadership ahead of this year’s Festival. Learn more at: hotdocs.ca/news/hd26-board

Here is your first look at 13 Must-See titles that will screen during the 2026 Hot Docs Festival, April 23 to May 3. ow.ly/yOH250YrX5G Hot Docs members and ticket package holders get early access to book their films starting March 24. Single tickets available March 31.

🎬 THE PRISON IN TWELVE LANDSCAPES 🎞️ A sharp deconstruction of the prison-industrial complex and its invisible links to American life. Join director Brett Story, editor Avril Jacobson, and cinematographer Maya Bankovic for a special post-screening Q&A! 📅: Sunday, March 22, 6:30 PM

⏳ Early Price for 2026 Festival Ticket Packages Ends March 2! Our 20- and 12-ticket packages are the best way for doc-lovers to experience Hot Docs Festival. Don't miss this opportunity. Visit ow.ly/ElNA50Ym6rx to learn more!

Congrats to the Academy Award nominees for Best Documentary Feature! 🏆 We're proud to see 2025 official selections CUTTING THROUGH ROCKS, COME SEE ME IN THE GOOD LIGHT, and MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN nominated! See CUTTING THROUGH ROCKS at Hot Docs on March 1! 🎟️

📢 The reminder for the Final Deadline for the 33rd annual Hot Docs Festival, April 23–May 3, 2026, is fast approaching on January 8, 2026! Find out more about the eligibility and process for the 2025 Hot Docs Festival’s film submissions on the Industry page of the Hot Docs website

Hot Docs Alumni at Sundance & on Oscars Shortlist ow.ly/FMVo50XMOAO

5 Reasons to Help Keep Hot Docs Strong ➡️ Swipe to see Make a donation today and join our growing community of Friends who are passionate about the power and impact of Hot Docs - hotdocs.ca/donate

DEADLINE REMINDER: Hot Docs-Slaight Family Fund applications close soon! The Hot Docs-Slaight Family Fund will financially support 3-5 documentary projects each year with amounts ranging from $15,000 to $60,000 CAD. Deadline: December 11, 2025

Today on #GivingTuesday, please donate to keep Hot Docs strong! ❤️ Hot Docs brings Canadians together through films that open minds and bridge divides. Support the Friends of Hot Docs campaign and help protect this vital cultural institution. 🍁 ow.ly/cpub50XANI4