69th International Leipzig Festival for Documentary and Animated Film
Germany, October 26 - November 1, 2026
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The jury
Igor Angjelkov (Macedonia), Marco D'Agostino (Italy), Matthias Dell (Germany),
Founded in 1955, DOK Leipzig is the world’s oldest documentary film festival, unique in combining documentary and animated film. As a key hub for networking and industry impact, it has been shaping discourse and addressing urgent contemporary issues for decades. Each year, the festival presents around 200 outstanding films and XR experiences, fostering dialogue and exchange. DOK Industry, Germany’s leading platform for the international documentary sector, welcomes about 2,000 professionals, providing an inspiring, productive environment that promotes meaningful connections and co-operations.