Fantasia International Film Festival 2026 Announces Horror Lineup for July‑August Montreal Event

The 30th Fantasia International Film Festival will run from July 16 to August 2, 2026 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Known for showcasing genre cinema, the festival’s program highlights a slate of horror titles slated for world or North American premieres. Organisers have highlighted eight films, including Michael Gabriele’s *Unholy Night*, the Indonesian body‑horror work *Sleep No More*, and Yeon Sang‑ho’s zombie‑infused *Colony*. A separate preview spotlights five additional features such as Tim Riedel’s psychological thriller *Ancestral Beasts* and a Burmese found‑footage horror *The Last Footage*. The selections represent a mix of international directors and emerging talent, underscoring Fantasia’s role as a key market for horror and genre filmmakers.