The Tribeca Festival returns this June with its 25th edition, spotlighting a robust slate of television and podcast programming that underscores the event’s evolution beyond film into broader storytelling formats. Taking place June 3–14 in New York City, the festival will feature world premieres, live tapings, and exclusive conversations across its TV and podcast lineup, reflecting both contemporary trends and Tribeca’s enduring commitment to culturally resonant narratives.
Among the highlights is a special ‘Survivor 50’ panel commemorating the milestone anniversary of the long-running reality competition series. The discussion will bring together notable alumni including Cirie Fields, Rob Cesternino, Kyle Fraser, Kamilla Karthigesu, Teeny Chirichillo, and Jonathan Penner, who also serves as a Tribeca programmer. The panel aims to reflect on the indicate’s legacy, its cultural impact over two decades, and the evolving nature of reality television in the streaming era.
Additional television premieres include FX’s “Adults” Season 2, which will be followed by a conversation with cast members Malik Elassal, Lucy Freyer, Jack Innanen, Amita Rao, and Owen Thiele. Netflix is set to present the final season of “Survival of the Thickest” starring comedian and host Michelle Buteau, while Hulu will debut “Alice and Steve,” featuring Jemaine Clement and Nicola Walker in lead roles. The BBC’s “Dear England,” starring Joseph Fiennes, will also receive its world premiere at the festival.
In the documentary space, Tribeca will premiere Nat Geo’s “9/11: Reunited,” aligning with the festival’s origins in honoring the September 11 attacks, alongside the documentary series “Grandmasters” and HBO’s “The Man Will Burn.” Ronan Farrow will present an HBO double feature comprising “Not A Very Fine Murderer” and “The Palladino Files,” created with Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato, offering attendees an exclusive appear into his investigative storytelling process.
The festival’s Indie TV showcase includes emerging series such as “CVNT,” “Switch” — starring Pauline Chalamet and Coral Peña — and “Kevin’s Series of Unfortunate Events.” Meanwhile, the documentary spotlight features “Free Help” from Tribeca alum Bianca Giaever and “The Little Cult That Could,” further emphasizing the festival’s dedication to amplifying innovative and underrepresented voices in nonfiction storytelling.
Musical performances will also play a role in the 2026 edition, with Mumford & Sons confirmed to deliver a live set during the festival’s run. Questlove is scheduled to open the festivities, while Alicia Keys will close the event, continuing Tribeca’s tradition of blending cinematic celebration with live music experiences.
Passes and packages for the 2026 Tribeca Festival are currently available for purchase through the official Tribeca website, providing access to screenings, panels, and live events across venues in Manhattan. As the festival marks a quarter-century since its founding in the aftermath of 9/11, this year’s programming reaffirms its mission to serve as a platform for bold, empathetic, and artistically ambitious storytelling across mediums.