Sundance Film Festival 2026 Offers Streaming Gems

The festival's online component allows viewers to stream every movie in its competitive sections and more.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 4:47pm

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The Sundance Film Festival's online offerings feature a diverse lineup of films, including a documentary about a Glasgow community's protest against immigration agents, a drama starring Channing Tatum, and a melancholy look at Iceland's melting glaciers. While the festival's in-person events in Park City are winding down, the streaming options provide an opportunity for viewers to discover standout films from the festival.

Why it matters

Sundance's online component allows film fans to access a wide range of independent and thought-provoking movies that might not otherwise receive widespread distribution. The festival's streaming offerings showcase diverse stories and perspectives, providing a platform for underrepresented voices in the industry.

The details

The online Sundance lineup includes a variety of films, from Tamra Davis' documentary about a Beastie Boys-led music festival in Australia to Beth de Araújo's drama starring Channing Tatum as a father grappling with the aftermath of his daughter witnessing a sexual assault. Other highlights include Abby Ellis' documentary about the threat to the Great Salt Lake, Georgia Bernstein's erotic thriller 'Night Nurse,' and Sara Dosa's film exploring Iceland's melting glaciers through the lens of author Andri Snær Magnason.

  • The Sundance Film Festival's online component is available through midnight on Sunday.
  • The festival's jury awards will be announced on Friday.

The players

Tamra Davis

A filmmaker who directed the 1995 documentary capturing a Beastie Boys-led music festival tour in Australia.

Beth de Araújo

The director of a drama film based on her own experiences, starring Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan.

Abby Ellis

The director of a documentary about the threat to the Great Salt Lake in Utah.

Georgia Bernstein

The director of the erotic thriller film "Night Nurse."

Sara Dosa

The director of a film exploring Iceland's melting glaciers through the lens of author Andri Snær Magnason.

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What they’re saying

“Have fun!”

— NB Mager, Director

What’s next

The festival's jury awards will be announced on Friday, which will make additional films available to stream in TBA slots.

The takeaway

Sundance's online offerings provide a unique opportunity for film fans to discover a diverse range of independent and thought-provoking movies that might not otherwise receive widespread distribution, showcasing underrepresented voices and perspectives in the industry.