CPH:DOX has unveiled its 2026 competition lineup, featuring a diverse selection across six categories. The festival’s main competition, DOX:AWARD, includes a €10,000 prize for the winning film. This year’s slate highlights 53 world premieres, 17 international premieres, and four European premieres, showcasing emerging and established documentary talent from around the globe.
The selections reflect a broad range of themes and storytelling approaches, emphasizing innovation and global relevance. With entries sourced from multiple countries, the festival continues to support bold, socially engaged nonfiction filmmaking. The announcement marks a key milestone in the international documentary calendar, drawing attention to powerful narratives that resonate beyond borders.