Jesse Eisenberg's 'The Debut' to Wrap up London Film Fest

WHO:

Deadline - Jesse Eisenberg, Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti

Variety - Jesse Eisenberg, Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey, Havana Rose Liu

WHAT:

Deadline - "The Debut" is a musical comedy directed by Jesse Eisenberg.

Variety - "The Debut" will close the 70th edition of the BFI London Film Festival.

WHERE:

Deadline - The film will have its UK premiere at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall.

Variety - The closing event will take place in London.

WHEN:

Deadline - "The Debut" will debut at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.

Deadline - The UK premiere is scheduled for October 18, 2026.

Variety - The film will close the festival on October 18, 2026.

WHY:

Variety - The film is part of the celebration of the 70th edition of the BFI London Film Festival.

HOW:

Deadline - The film is described as a musical comedy.

(UPDATED August 4, 2026 15:32 UTC)

Jesse Eisenberg's musical comedy "The Debut" is set to have its UK premiere at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, where it will also close the 70th edition of the BFI London Film Festival on October 18, 2026. The film will first debut at the Toronto International Film Festival in September, featuring a star-studded cast that includes Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey, and Havana Rose Liu. This celebration of cinema promises to be a highlight of the festival season.