Star-studded Immersive Lineup Unveiled at Venice Festival

WHO:

Variety - Margot Robbie, Mark Ruffalo, Daisy Ridley, Omar Sy, Kathleen Turner, Isabelle Huppert, Andy Serkis are among the high-profile talent involved in projects selected for Venice Immersive.

WHAT:

Deadline - The Venice Film Festival’s immersive sidebar, Venice Immersive, will present 68 projects from 26 countries.

Deadline - Of the 68 projects, 30 will play in competition and 35 will be out of competition.

Variety - The Venice Immersive section is part of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.

WHEN:

Deadline - Venice Immersive celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

(UPDATED July 15, 2026 12:20 UTC)

The Venice Film Festival is set to showcase its immersive sidebar, Venice Immersive, featuring 68 projects from 26 countries, including high-profile talent like Margot Robbie, Mark Ruffalo, and Daisy Ridley. Out of these projects, 30 will compete for awards while 35 will be presented out of competition, marking a significant milestone as Venice Immersive celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. This section is part of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, highlighting the growing importance of immersive storytelling in cinema.