‘Being Heumann’ to Kick Off TIFF 2026, Alongside ‘Prima Facie’ Premiere

WHO:

Deadline - Siân Heder is the filmmaker of "Being Heumann."

Variety - Ruth Madeley stars as disability rights advocate Judith Heumann in "Being Heumann."

Variety - Cynthia Erivo stars in "Prima Facie."

WHAT:

Deadline - "Being Heumann" is the opening night film of the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

Variety - "Being Heumann" will host its world premiere.

Deadline - Two other world premieres will take place, including "Prima Facie" and "The Assassin(s)."

WHERE:

Variety - The world premiere of "Being Heumann" will take place at Roy Thomson Hall.

WHEN:

Variety - "Being Heumann" will premiere on September 10, 2026.

WHY:

Variety - "Being Heumann" is described as an activist drama.

HOW:

Deadline - "Being Heumann" is produced by Apple Original Films.

(UPDATED July 7, 2026 15:56 UTC)

"Being Heumann," an activist drama produced by Apple Original Films, is set to be the opening night film of the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, with its world premiere scheduled for September 10, 2026, at Roy Thomson Hall. The film features Ruth Madeley as disability rights advocate Judith Heumann, with Siân Heder at the helm as the filmmaker. Additionally, two other world premieres will take place during the festival, including "Prima Facie" and "The Assassin(s)."