Central Cinema Fakenham Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October 2026 TICKETS Fakenham Film Festival 2026 will take place at Central Cinema Fakenham 01328 258956 from Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October The main festival weekend will include a programme of films, screenings and special events celebrating local creativity, independent filmmaking and stories connected to Norfolk. The competition films and results will be shown on the Sunday, bringing the festival weekend to a close with a celebration of the filmmakers taking part. In addition to the main October festival, look out for pop-up film events during the year. Feature films made in Norfolk Films documenting local events Independent films Film competition screenings Results and awards on Sunday FAKENHAM FILM FESTIVAL 2026 — FFF26 Friday 2 to Sunday 4 October 2026 Fakenham Film Festival brings together short films from local independent filmmakers with feature films that have a Norfolk connection, alongside special screenings and community partnerships. Many screenings begin with a selection of independent shorts, followed by an intermission and the main feature. Across the weekend, enjoy family-friendly films, local independent filmmaking, our Dark, Edgy & Horror Showcase , competition screenings, feature films and the Sunday Red Carpet & Awards Finale . We hope you enjoy FFF26 — and discover some great films and filmmakers along the way. Please note: all screening and event times are approximate and may be subject to minor changes. Many feature screenings begin with short films submitted to FFF26, including local, festival and competition entries. Tickets: £6.99 | Members: £4.99 | Family film: £3 Book in advance or buy on the day. FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER 2.00pm – Special Afternoon Screening Peripheral Director: Peter Naylor Runtime: approx. 36 minutes Peripheral follows Lucy as she navigates a pivotal stage in her life, balancing the gradual loss of her sight with her love of the outdoors. Fakenham in the World — Celebrating Our Friendship with Olivet A special afternoon celebrating Fakenham’s friendship with its twin town of Olivet, France , and our links beyond Norfolk. 3.15pm – MAIN FEATURE Jane Austen Wrecked My Life A charming French romantic comedy about books, love and the complicated gap between romantic dreams and real life. Presented in partnership with Fakenham Arts Festival 2026 . French with English subtitles Approx. runtime: 98 minutes 6.45pm – Screen 1: Local Independent Filmmakers Showcase A selection of short films from local independent filmmakers. · Dial · Pearl and Pomegranate · House Rules · Active Fakenham 7.15–7.30pm – Intermission 7.30pm – MAIN FEATURE James McNeill Whistler: Exhibition on Screen In partnership with Fakenham Arts Festival 2026 Explore the life, work and legacy of James McNeill Whistler through his remarkable art and major exhibitions. Approx. runtime: 90 minutes Release date: 15 September 2026 SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 10.30am–11.45am – Screen 3: Families & Children Showcase A lively collection of short films for families and younger audiences, mixing fun, imagination and thoughtful stories. · SpaceBop · Dyslexia and Me · Eddy the Bear · Last Days at the End · Take You With Me Total film runtime: approx. 45 minutes 2.00pm – Screen 1: Local Independent Filmmakers Showcase A selection of independent films before the afternoon feature. The Courage to Stand Up Director: Will Glitch Deep in the grassroots world of Britain’s booming stand-up comedy scene, real performers share their stories, aspirations and struggles — both on and off stage. Moving Forward Director: Josie Parrelli Runtime: 1 minute 27 seconds A short independent film selected for FFF26. 2.30–2.45pm – Intermission 2.45pm – MAIN FEATURE In Love with Alma Cogan A warm British drama set around a fading seaside theatre, filmed in Cromer and featuring the town’s famous Pier and Pavilion Theatre . Selected by Fakenham Film Society. 6.45pm – Screen 1: Local Independent Filmmakers Showcase · Let Them Eat Cake · AF Film 7.15–7.30pm – Intermission 7.30pm – MAIN FEATURE Bright Young Things A stylish and witty portrait of the rebellious Bright Young Things of 1920s London, directed by Norfolk-born Stephen Fry . 10.00pm – Screen 3: Dark, Edgy & Horror Showcase A late-night collection of darker and edgier short films exploring horror, suspense and more adult themes. · Dead Air · In Hot Water · Sapling · The Dying Knight · Potwash Total runtime: approx. 1 hr 17 mins Approx. finish: 11.20pm SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER 2.00pm–4.00pm – FFF26 Short Film Showcase A varied programme of short films exploring local stories, people, places and ideas. · Creative Differences · The Cockle Story · Memoir · Time That Ticks · Plant Community · A Town Like Diss Total runtime: approx. 2 hrs 17 mins 6.15pm – Red Carpet Event Join us for a relaxed and celebratory start to the festival finale, with live music, refreshments, red carpet photographs and an opportunity for filmmakers, audiences and guests to meet and mingle. The cake will be cut by our special guest Tim Aldiss , in recognition of the long-standing support Aldiss has given to Active Fakenham and our community events. Photography will be by Hannah Brodie Photography and Videography , with live music from Kerry Selwyn . 7.30pm – FFF26 Awards & Competition Film Showcase Our nine competition short films take centre stage, followed by the announcement of the Fakenham Film Festival 2026 competition winners . · Eddy the Bear · Pearl and Pomegranate · Last Days at the End · Dyslexia and Me · Superesse · Behind Closed Doors · A Good Landlord · Bubbles · In Hot Water Total film runtime: approx. 1 hr 6 mins The evening celebrates filmmakers from Norfolk and beyond and brings FFF26 to a fitting close. A celebration of film, filmmaking and local creativity.