Saudi Film Forum 2026 to be held in Riyadh, Film Commission announces

The Saudi Film Commission, under the patronage of Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Board Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, is preparing to launch the fourth edition of the Saudi Film Forum in 2026. The event will take place on October 28 and 29 at JAX Film Studios in Riyadh, under the theme "Meeting the Scene Makers," with the participation of sector leaders, decision-makers, and film industry professionals.

The new edition of the forum aims to continue its pivotal role in empowering and developing the film industry in the Kingdom, while enhancing investment opportunities and partnerships in this vital sector, in line with the National Culture Strategy stemming from Saudi Vision 2030.

A platform for the film sector

The forum serves as a specialized platform bringing together all stakeholders in the cinematic ecosystem, from production and distribution companies to technical service providers, investors, funding bodies, educational institutions, and relevant government agencies. This gathering enables the building of partnerships, signing of agreements, and exchange of expertise among industry players.

The 2026 edition will be held as a two-day professional event targeting those working in and interested in the film sector, from leaders and decision-makers to professionals such as producers, directors, and screenwriters, as well as production and distribution companies and technical service providers.

Panel discussions and workshops

The forum will feature a conference with panel discussions and an exhibition for companies related to the film sector, in addition to specialized workshops, offering participants opportunities to exchange knowledge, gain experience, and network with industry organizations and companies.

The 2026 edition builds on a legacy of partnerships established by the forum, with the previous three editions witnessing the signing of 94 agreements worth a total of more than 1 billion Saudi riyals (SAR).

The Film Commission affirms that the forum highlights the Kingdom’s position as a hub for supporting and empowering the film industry in the region, contributing to the development of a thriving and competitive Saudi film sector both regionally and internationally.