WATCH FILMS ONLINE

The biggest festival on the Prairies is coming to Edmonton!

Enjoy access to over 80 films streaming online from September 24 - October 4.

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FILM SPOTLIGHT

SHORTS PACKAGE: ALBERTA SPIRIT

A collection of Alberta-made shorts.

NADIA, BUTTERFLY

A raw and honest portrayal of a woman in the throes of competitive swimming.

ANOTHER ROUND

Four teachers test a theory that a constant level of intoxication will improve the results of their classrooms.

ASSASSINS

A jaw-dropping true-crime story of two mysterious young women at the centre of Kim Jong Un's brother's murder.

MY SALINGER YEAR

Aspiring writer Joanna (Margaret Qualley) lands a day job at J.D. Salinger’s literary agency, and when assigned to answer the reclusive author's voluminous fan...

THE FATHER

A heartwarming comedy about a father-son’s turbulent relationship as they attempt to contact the dead while trying not to kill each other.

CHUCK LEAVELL: THE TREE MAN

An intimate portrait of legendary rock musician Chuck Leavell, who also happens to be one of the biggest names in environmental forestry.

BRIGHT HILL ROAD

Director Robert Cuffley (CHOKESLAM) returns to the festival with a supernatural horror film shot in Stavely, Alberta.

GET YOUR TICKET BUNDLES NOW!

These flexible packages are the best way to catch your most anticipated films and save a few bucks. This year, single Regular streaming tickets are just $11. If you're seeing more than one film, a bundle is definitely the way to go! 

WHAT FILMS ARE PLAYING?

You can expect a wide variety of films - from shorts to features - that cross all genres including comedy, drama, sci-fi, horror, romance, documentary, and so much more! This year, we have more than 40 countries represented. Take a look at what's been announced HERE.

In addition to this year’s films, CIFF welcomes global audiences to tune into “Behind the Screen Section” events featuring live conversations with leading film industry members, including Finn Wolfhard (STRANGER THINGS) and Lawrence Kasdan (THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK), and Meg Kasdan (THE BIG CHILL). Tickets are pay-what-you-can.

Single tickets are on sale now. Reserve your stream in advance, or buy your stream during the festival dates: September 24 - October 4. 

HOW DO I WATCH

Starting September 24 through October 4, films will be available to stream on-demand via CIFFcalgary.ca. You can watch on your phone, laptop, computer, or your TV with your AppleTV, Roku, or Chromecast Device.  Learn about technical requirements for at-home cinema or test your device. We can't wait to see the fun at-home setups people will create. From backyard projector to living room fort, get creative and watch the best international, Canadian, and independent films of the year.