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Cannes Film Market Draws Record 16,000 Participants as Japan Surges
May 12, 2026 12:00am PT Cannes Film Market Draws Record 16,000 Participants as Japan Surges

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The Cannes Film Market is heading into its 2026 edition with record registration figures, counting 16,000 market participants from more than 140 countries among the broader Cannes Film Festival gathering of 40,000 industry professionals.

The U.S., France and the U.K. hold their positions as the top three countries by attendance, with Europe remaining the most represented region overall. Asia’s momentum is shaping up as a defining story of the year, driven by Japan – this year’s Country of Honor – which has recorded a nearly 50% surge in registration to rank as the fifth most represented country at the market.

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