Thursday 12th November
Outdoor screening · 6:45pm
Gladiator
Location: Ambleside Manor Gardens
Experience Ridley Scott's epic on the big screen in a special outdoor screening to open this year's festival.
Inward Eye Film Festival 2026
Inward Eye Film Festival 2026
Explore the Festival Programme
Our festival programme is continuing to grow, with more films, special guests, Q&As and exciting events still to be announced.
We're also inviting filmmakers to take part in our 2026 Short Film Competition, Wild Eyes, with submissions opening soon via FilmFreeway.
Keep checking back for the latest updates, including new screenings, guest announcements, competition details and ticket information in the lead-up to the festival.
Friday 13th November
Screen 1 · 4:15pm
The North (2025)
Two old friends. Six hundred kilometres. One unforgettable journey through the Scottish Highlands.
Written and directed by Bart Schrijver and filmed entirely on location, The North captures the raw beauty of the Scottish wilderness while exploring the challenges of friendship, the passage of time and the restorative power of nature.
Friday 13th November
Screen 1 · 6:30pm
Think of England
Set in 1943, Think of England follows six strangers sent to a remote Orkney island on a top-secret government mission: to produce adult propaganda films intended to boost the morale of British troops fighting on the front line.
Friday 13th November
Screen 2 · 4:30pm
Short Film Competition
Calling all filmmakers! The Inward Eye Film Festival invites you to submit your short films to this year's competition, inspired by our 2026 theme, Wild Eyes.
Set against the inspirational landscape of the Lake District, our festival celebrates creativity, original storytelling and independent filmmaking. We welcome submissions from both emerging and established filmmakers and look forward to showcasing an exciting selection of short films.
Friday 13th November
Screen 2 · 6:30pm
Peter Asher: Everywhere Man
From the Swinging Sixties to the golden age of rock and roll, Peter Asher: Everywhere Man tells the extraordinary story of one of music's most influential figures.
Friday 13th November
Screen 2 · 9:00pm
Young Frankestein (1974)
Filmed in atmospheric black and white and featuring an outstanding cast including Marty Feldman, Teri Garr and Peter Boyle, this much-loved comedy is a brilliantly affectionate parody of the classic Frankenstein films.
Saturday 14th November
Screen 1 · 5:30pm
Withnail & I + Special Guests
Join us for a special screening of one of Britain's most beloved cult comedies, filmed partly in the spectacular landscapes of the Lake District.
Written and directed by Bruce Robinson, this darkly hilarious classic has become a firm favourite with generations of film lovers.
Saturday 14th November
Screen 1 · 8:30pm
Josephine
Winner of both the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, Josephine is a powerful psychological drama starring Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan and newcomer Mason Reeves.
Saturday 14th November
Screen 2 · 5:00pm
The Secret Agent
Set in Brazil in 1977, during the country's military dictatorship, The Secret Agent is a gripping political thriller from acclaimed director Kleber Mendonça Filho.
Winner of Best Director and Best Actor at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, this atmospheric and suspenseful drama combines political intrigue, dark humour and a vivid portrait of Brazil during one of its most turbulent periods.
Saturday 14th November
Screen 2 · 8:15pm
Snapshot (2026) + QA With Film Makers
Set in Victorian London in 1888, Snapshot is an inventive horror mystery that offers a chilling new perspective on the Jack the Ripper murders.
Directed by Joseph Archer, the film had its world premiere at the 2026 Edinburgh International Film Festival.
Make a Weekend of It!
Travelling to Ambleside for the Inward Eye Film Festival? Why not extend your visit and enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of the Lake District?
Our sister properties, Ambleside Manor and Lattendales, offer comfortable accommodation just a short distance from Zeffirellis, making them the perfect base for enjoying the festival and exploring everything Ambleside has to offer.
Gift Vouchers
Treat someone to a Movie Deal at Zeffirellis or Fellinis, or stay at Ambleside Manor with a gift voucher