TIFF 2025 is here and some of Hollywood’s biggest stars will be in Toronto to premiere their newest films to world. Here’s a look at who’s in town for the festival and which movies they’re debuting.

Published: September 04, 2025 at 7:04AM EDT

TIFF 2025 TIFF 2025 is here and some of Hollywood’s biggest stars will be in Toronto to premiere their newest films to world. Here’s a look at who’s in town for the festival and which movies they’re debuting. Sydney Sweeney Sydney Sweeney stars as boxing pioneer Christy Martin in “Christy.” The films makes its world premiere on Sept. 5. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Dwayne Johnson Dwayne Johnson is already getting Oscar buzz for his role as UFC fighter Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie’s “The Smashing Machine.” The film makes its North American premiere Sept.8. (Photo by Alessandra Tarantino/Invision/AP) Matthew McConaughey Matthew McConaughey shares the screen with America Ferrera as they struggle to bring a busload of children to safety in “The Lost Bus.” (Photo by Jack Plunkett/Invision/AP) Brendan Fraser This image released by Searchlight Pictures shows Brendan Fraser in a scene from “Rental Family.” The film premieres on Sept. 7 and the Canadian-American actor is expected to be in attendance. (James Lisle/Searchlight Pictures via AP) Matt Dillon Matt Dillon stars in “The Fence,” which tells the story of a British construction supervisor in Africa who must answer questions about a worker’s death. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Stellan Skarsgard Stellan Skarsgard attempts to revive his directorial career while navigating his complicated relationship with his family in “Sentimental Value.” (Photo by Lewis Joly/Invision/AP) Vince Vaughn Vince Vaughn plays a Vegas crooner in “Easy’s Waltz.” The “True Detective” actor stars alongside Al Pacino, Shania Twain, and Cobie Smulders. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) Dustin Hoffman Dustin Hoffman mentors Leo Woodall, whose acutely-sensitive hearing makes him a deft piano tuner–and even better safecracker–in “Tuner.”(Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) Idris Elba Idris Elba is at TIFF promote “Dust to Dreams,” a short film he directed starring soul singer Seal, who is also expected to be in attendance. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Colin Farrell Oscar nominee Colin Farrell stars as an obsessive travelling gambler in “Ballad of a Small Player” as Oscar winner Tilda Swinton plays a dogged detective trying to to track him down. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Daniel Craig A scene from Rian Johnson’s “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” starring Daniel Craig and Josh Brolin, is shown in this undated handout photo. Both stars are expected to attend the film’s premiere on Sept. 6. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Handout – TIFF (Mandatory Credit) Joel Edgerton Joel Edgerton plays a humble labourer in the early decades of the 20th century. “Train Dreams” makes its international premiere on Sept. 9. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Rose Byrne “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You” sees Rose Byrne balance a complicated family life as her home literally falls apart. The film also stars rapper A$AP Rocky and late night host Conan O’Brien. (Ronny Hartmann/Pool via AP) Keanu Reeves Fan favourite Keanu Reeves will be in Toronto to support Aziz Ansari’s star-studded comedy “Good Fortune.” The film, which also stars fellow Canadian Seth Rogan, premieres Sept. 6. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) Channing Tatum Channing Tatum is back with “Roofman,” which tells the real-life story of Jeffrey Manchester, the “Rooftop Robber.” Starring alongside Kirsten Dunst, the film makes its world premiere on Sept. 6. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) Paul Dano Based on the novel by Giuliano da Empoli, Paul Dano stars in “The Wizard of the Kremlin.” The “Dumb Money” actor also shares the screen with Jude Law and Alicia Vikander.
(Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Anya Taylor-Joy Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Evans lead an all-star cast in “Sacrifice,” a satirical thriller that also features Salma Hayek, John Malkovich, and Charli xcx. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) Charli xcx In addition to her work in “Sacrifice,” pop mega star Charli xcx is also featured in “Erupcja,” which premieres on Sept. 4.(Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Amanda Seyfried Amanda Seyfried plays one of pre-Revolutionary America’s most seminal religious figures in “The Testament of Ann Lee.” The film, directed by the co-writer of last year’s best picture winner, “The Brutalist,” premieres in North America on Sept. 9. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Oscar Isaac Oscar Isaac leads a star-studded cast in Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein.” Shot in Toronto and Scotland, the film also features Jacob Elordi, Christoph Waltz, and Mia Goth. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Kerry Washington Kerry Washington is expected to attend this year’s festival. Last year, she starred in Tyler Perry’s Second World War drama “The Six Triple Eight.” (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) Angelina Jolie Oscar winner Angelina Jolie anchors “Couture,” a film set in Paris which tells the stories of women and girls from around the world in the lead up to a fashion show. Jolie also directed “Without Blood,” another film premiering next week at TIFF. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP) Ryan Reynolds Vancouver native Ryan Reynolds is promoting “John Candy: I Like Me,” a documentary which he executive produced. He’s also taking part in TIFF’s speaker series on Friday. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) Ralph Fiennes Ralph Fiennes is in town to promote “The Choral,” a film about a choir director’s efforts to recruit young singers to the group with several of its members fighting in the First World War. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) Brian Cox “Succession” star Brian Cox makes his directorial debut in
“Glenrothan.” The 79-year-old Scottish actor also stars in the film which premieres Sept. 11. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)