Rai announces diverse autumn/winter 2026 programming lineup

Rai has announced an extensive and diverse programming lineup for the autumn/winter 2026 season. The schedule includes a mix of auteur films, social dramas, and genre titles across its various channels.

Rai 1 will feature titles such as Margherita Ferri’s ‘Il ragazzo dai pantaloni rosa’, focusing on bullying, and Justin Baldoni’s ‘It Ends with Us’, which addresses violence against women. Rai 3 will broadcast the documentary ‘Giulio Regeni – Tutto il male del mondo’ by Simone Manetti, alongside the thriller ‘Conclave’ by Edward Berger.

Other notable programming includes ‘Bridget Jones’ on Rai 1, the horror film ‘The Substance’ on Rai 4, and ‘Civil War’ on Rai 3. Special retrospectives are also planned, including a cycle dedicated to Sergio Leone on Rai Movie and a tribute to Dario Argento on Rai 2.

Additionally, minor scheduling adjustments have been noted for Rai 1 and Rai 3, specifically regarding afternoon and late-night slots, such as shifts in the timing for ‘Che tempo fa’ and ‘Piazza Affari’.