New York Film Festival unveils 2026 main slate, with James Gray's 'Paper Tiger' opening and Ava DuVernay's '14th' closing

The 64th New York Film Festival (NYFF) has announced its main slate of 32 films, running from September 25 to October 12, 2026. James Gray's crime drama 'Paper Tiger' will open the festival, while Ava DuVernay's documentary '14th' is set to close it. Tony Gilroy's musical drama 'Behemoth!' will be the centerpiece film, with several world premieres included in the prestigious lineup.