It’s little wonder why it was selected 2025 North American Car of the Year. The 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid is a masterclass in fuel-efficiency, packing so much versatility and purpose in its compact size. Make no mistake though, fuel efficiency doesn’t mean you are getting any less power here. It is all about sporty performance as well! We had the chance to test drive this in a classic Solar Silver Metallic.

Summer 2025 will be known as our busiest event season yet. We were so fortunate to have this as our sidekick through it all. Before we know it, TIFF will be here and we we truly wonder where our Summer went!

This front-wheel drive Civic features a two-motor hybrid system, producing combined 200 horsepower and 232 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eCVT (electro-Continuously Variable Transmission). It has a 2.0-litre inline 4-cylinder engine with 16-Valve DOHC with Dual Variable Timing Control (VTC).

The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Sport Touring‘s feels like a premium vehicle despite its focus on economy, giving plenty of value for the dollar. It comes with four driving modes: ECON / Normal / Sport / Individual, with a dream fuel economy of 4.7/5.1/4.9 L/100 km. We could get used to this as our everyday ride!

It comes with 18-inch alloy wheels and we were lucky to get them in machine finish, available for Sport Touring only. In keeping a consistent aesthetic, headlamp garnish and front lower spoiler are body-coloured.

We didn’t mind the Civic Sport Touring Hybrid‘s synthetic leather/fabric seat material. It has a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and sport pedals. Absent though were seat coolers and heaters which trust me, are things we missed after experiencing them in other models.

We do love its one-touch power moonroof and in keeping with Honda’s care for the passenger, dual-zone automatic climate control is available in this model, which is just perfect. We enjoy the look of its interior honeycomb grille.

This sedan has you covered with multiple airbags, blind spot information, cross traffic monitor, rear seat reminder, Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, plus Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) with Traction Control, a must here in Ontario as we get all the extremes here. One cool feature is its smart entry system. So say for example, you place your keys in your trunk. The trunk door will refuse to close so long as the key is in the trunk. This is innovation!

Connecting to Bluetooth is a breeze as the Civic Sport Touring Hybrid is enabled for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There are many charging options (USB-C), plus also super-handy wireless charging. Audio system is complete in this model with 12 speakers, including subwoofer. And we could totally hear the difference via HD Radio.

This is designed for our every day, and probably has propelled-up to one of our new favourites from the Honda family.

Some highlights from our Test Drive:

The 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid starts at $40,562 CAN. More here.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Why does it always have to end? See the new red-band Trailer for KEEPER from Osgood Perkins, starring Tatiana Maslany and Rossif Sutherland!

KEEPER. In theatres November 14, 2025 via Elevation Pictures.

MUBI, the global distributor, streaming service and production company, is pleased to announce the streaming release date for Joe Wright’s Mussolini: Son of the Century. The acclaimed historical series will debut its first two episodes on MUBI’s streaming platform on September 10, 2025 – exclusively in North America, Latin America, Belgium, Luxembourg, Turkey, India, and New Zealand.

The eight-part series will premiere new episodes weekly through October 22, 2025.

Based on the bestselling book by Antonio Scurati and directed by BAFTA-winning Joe Wright (Pride & Prejudice, Atonement, Darkest Hour), the series stars Luca Marinelli (Martin Eden, The Eight Mountains, The Old Guard) in the titular role of Benito Mussolini.

Written by Stefano Bises (Gomorrah – The Series, The New Pope, ZeroZeroZero) and Davide Serino (1992, 1993, The King), with an original soundtrack by Tom Rowlands of The Chemical Brothers, Mussolini: Son of the Century is a scathing contemporary portrait of Mussolini and his political rise, from the formation of the irregular militia of the Fasces of Combat to the imposition of the most ferocious dictatorships Italy has ever known.

Mussolini: Son of the Century, is produced by Sky Studios and Lorenzo Mieli for The Apartment Pictures, a Fremantle company, in co-production with Pathé, in association with Small Forward Productions, in collaboration with Fremantle, Cinecittà S.p.A., and Sky.

Mussolini: Son of the Century adds to MUBI’s growing focus on presenting series alongside films on the streaming platform, in addition to the recently announced Wong Kar Wai series, Blossoms Shanghai, due for release in 2026.

The team behind Toronto’s popular The Carbon Bar and its e-commerce ready-to-eat meal delivery counterpart, Shop The Carbon Bar, is bringing its bold BBQ flavours to a new, fast-casual setting. The grand opening of The Carbon Snack Bar, located in Toronto’s iconic 460 King Street West building, will open on August 25, 2025!

From its early days in 1873 as the Richardson House, to its transformation into the legendary Cabana Room where The Rolling Stones and Leonard Cohen left their mark, this building has always had stories to tell. It later became the Spadina Hotel, a renowned hotel in the beautiful city of Toronto.

The new all-day snack bar brings the soul of The Carbon Bar into a fresh, vibrant setting in the heart of Toronto’s King Street West neighbourhood. Open seven days a week from morning to evening, The Carbon Snack Bar features a grab-and-go counter, a retail selection of smoked meats and sides, and a thoughtfully curated, fully-licensed beverage selection, including an espresso bar, a Craig’s Cookies counter, craft beers, curated wines and ready-to-drink cocktails.

“It’s a dream to bring The Carbon Bar experience to the iconic 460 King Street West building – this location, like for many Torontonians, holds a special place in my heart,” says Yannick Bigourdan, founder of The Carbon Bar and Shop The Carbon Bar. “I fell in love with the potential of the retail space and knew we had an opportunity to bring something exciting to this legendary corner of the city.”

Whether you’re starting your day, grabbing lunch on the go, or stocking up for a weekend BBQ, The Carbon Snack Bar is set to become a new local staple. The expansive outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy an early breakfast or a late-afternoon glass of wine. Inside boasts 35 seats with bright colours, bold branding and lots of natural light.

“Torontonians know that choosing The Carbon Bar means indulging in top‑notch cuisine, crafted with premium ingredients and a dedication to excellence. That same standard extends to the new Carbon Snack Bar,” Bigourdan says. “We’re bringing our signature hospitality into a format that fits into people’s everyday lives. It’s approachable, delicious, and driven by quality – exactly what people expect from us, just in a faster, more casual setting.”

Guests of The Carbon Snack Bar can expect:

Food

Signature BBQ Bowls with options like brisket, pastrami, or St. Louis ribs
Fresh, hearty salads
Stacked sandwiches
Breakfast favourites (perfect for grab-and-go mornings)
House-made sides including Mac & Cheese, Pork & Beans
Craig’s Cookies

Drink

Full-service coffee bar
Cold beverages
Local craft beers
Curated wines
Exciting bottled and ready-to-serve cocktails

Retail

Smoked St. Louis Ribs
Famous Brisket
House Pastrami
Mac & Cheese and Pork & Beans (ready to heat and eat)
Signature sauces and spices from The Carbon Bar

The transformed 460 King Street West building also features an event space (“Block by Allied”), envisioned as a venue for celebrations, corporate functions and a hub for community gatherings – from brand activations and wine tastings to movie nights and more.

Follow along on Instagram: @carbonsnackbar.

About The Carbon Snack Bar

The Carbon Snack Bar, opened in 2025, serves as an extension of the highly-sought-after Toronto restaurant, The Carbon Bar, and its e-commerce company, Shop The Carbon Bar, which delivers chef-made frozen BBQ, sauces, and spices across the GTA. Owner, Yannick Bigourdan, is a restaurateur whose visionary leadership has shaped some of the city’s most iconic dining experiences. Yannick is also the owner of Michelin-recommended Restaurant Lucie, Amano Trattoria, The Berczy Tavern, a food delivery company Shop.TheCarbonBar and a catering company, The Social Catering & Co. Previously, he owned Toronto dining hotspots Splendido and Note Bene, which defined Toronto’s fine dining scene for over a decade.

Warner Bros. Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of THE CONJURING: LAST RITES in Toronto on August 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM, and Montreal and Edmonton on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Synopsis:

From New Line Cinema comes the ninth entry in the more than $2 billion theatrical Conjuring universe, The Conjuring: Last Rites, directed by franchise veteran Michael Chaves and produced by franchise architects James Wan and Peter Safran.

The Conjuring: Last Rites delivers another thrilling chapter of the iconic Conjuring cinematic universe, based on real events. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reunite for one last case as renowned, real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren in a powerful and spine-chilling addition to the global box office-breaking franchise.

Farmiga and Wilson star alongside Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy, who portray Ed and Lorraine’s daughter Judy Warren and her boyfriend, Tony Spera, as well as Steve Coulter returning as Father Gordon, Rebecca Calder, Elliot Cowan, Kíla Lord Cassidy, Beau Gadsdon, John Brotherton and Shannon Kook.

Chaves directs from a screenplay by Ian Goldberg & Richard Naing and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, story by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick & James Wan, based on characters created by Chad Hayes & Carey W. Hayes.

The executive producers are Michael Clear, Judson Scott, Natalia Safran, John Rickard, Hans Ritter and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick. Chaves is joined behind the camera by his creative team, including director of photography Eli Born, production designer John Frankish, editors Elliot Greenberg and Gregory Plotkin, visual effects supervisor Scott Edelstein, visual effects producer Eric Bruneau and costume designer Graham Churchyard, with casting by Rose Wicksteed and Sophie Kingston-Smith.

The music supervisor is Ian Broucek and the music is by composer Benjamin Wallfisch. New Line Cinema Presents A Safran Company / An Atomic Monster Production, The Conjuring: Last Rites. The film will be released worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and will be only in theatres and IMAX® in North America on September 5, 2025, and internationally beginning 3 September 2025.

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Warner Bros. Pictures Canada release THE CONJURING: LAST RITES Friday, September 5, 2025.

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Today at gamescom, the world’s largest gaming event, Prime Video debuted the teaser trailer for the second season of its critically acclaimed global hit series, Fallout. During the gamescom Opening Night Live global livestream, it was also revealed that the highly anticipated new season will premiere on December 17, 2025, with the eight-episode season rolling out with one new episode weekly until the season finale on February 4, 2026. Fallout is produced by Kilter Films, with executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner serve as executive producers, creators, and showrunners. To date, Fallout Season One has amassed more than 100 million viewers worldwide, ranking among the service’s top three most-watched titles ever.

The new season will pick up in the aftermath of Season One’s epic finale and take audiences along for a journey through the wasteland of the Mojave to the post-apocalyptic city of New Vegas. Season Two will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

In front of a packed crowd of over 5,000 attendees at gamescom, Nolan, Robertson-Dworet, and series stars Ella Purnell and Aaron Moten gave insight into Season Two’s stakes and the journey ahead for series favorite characters Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. Together, they surprised the crowd by revealing the series’ teaser-trailer. The footage introduced a new cast member, Justin Theroux, in the role of Robert House, and gave audiences their first glimpse of one of the Fallout universe’s most terrifying post-apocalyptic predators: the Deathclaw.

Based on one of the greatest video game series of all time, Fallout is the story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there’s almost nothing left to have. Two-hundred years after the apocalypse, the gentle denizens of luxury fallout shelters are forced to return to the irradiated hellscape their ancestors left behind—and are shocked to discover an incredibly complex, gleefully weird, and highly violent universe waiting for them.

The series stars Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets, Sweetpea), Aaron Moten (Emancipation, Father Stu), Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones), Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks), Moisés Arias (The King of Staten Island), and Frances Turner (The Boys).

Fallout is produced by Kilter Films, with executive producers Jonathan Nolan, Lisa Joy and Athena Wickham. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner serve as executive producers, creators, and showrunners. Todd Howard, Bethesda Game Studios, executive produces along with James Altman for Bethesda Softworks. Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films produce in association with Bethesda Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks.

Season One is currently available to stream on Prime Video.

The wizarding world just got sweeter! Krispy Kreme Canada has teamed up with Harry Potter™ for an enchanting new Houses of Hogwarts™ Collection, available on August 18, 2025 and for a limited time only at all Krispy Kreme Canada stores. Each doughnut is inspired by the iconic Hogwarts™ houses, featuring magical flavors and designs:

• Gryffindor™ – Cookie butter Kreme™ filling, red icing, Biscoff® crumble, golden drizzle
• Slytherin™ – Original Glazed® with chocolate, green buttercreme swirls, and cookie sugar blend
• Hufflepuff™ – Brown butter toffee custard, golden yellow icing, black chocolate drizzle, cookie crunch
• Ravenclaw™ – Blueberry icing, Ravenclaw™ sprinkles, and crest

For a truly magical twist, fans can discover their Hogwarts™ house with the Sorting Hat™ Doughnut—filled with a surprise house-colored Kreme™, topped with chocolate icing, gold stars, and shimmer sugar. Pair it with the Golden Snitch™ Latte, a caramel toffee-inspired drink topped with whipped cream, Biscoff® crumble, and golden shimmer.

On August 23, 2025 Krispy Kreme is treating fans who show off their Harry Potter™ house pride — whether in costume or rocking Harry Potter merchandise — to a free Original Glazed® doughnut, no purchase required. Available while supplies last.

We checked it out and here’s what we thought!

The Walt Disney Studios Canada is leveling up the fan experience at FAN EXPO Canada 2025 with two spectacular booth activations. From August 21-24, 2025 attendees can expect lots of nostalgic feels, out-of-this-world thrills, and unforgettable photo moments from some of the most iconic franchises. Disney will be showcasing fan favourites from the most iconic franchises streaming on Disney+ and welcoming guests back to the grid with an experience inspired by the highly anticipated new installment of the “TRON” franchise, “TRON: ARES,” coming to theatres on October 10, 2025.

DISNEY+

Explore the Disney+ Throwback Experience with totally rad elements from the best of the ’90s & 2000s. Then leave those decades behind as you enter the highly classified wreckage site of the USCSS Maginot from FX’s Alien: Earth and see through the mist at the Percy Jackson Experience.

TRON: ARES

The Invasion is here! Don’t miss your chance to ride the TRON Lightcycle and race through iconic Canadian cityscapes. Create a shareable photo or video revealing the hidden “GRID”, slowly taking over the streets behind you, and don’t forget to see TRON: ARES only in theatres, October 10.

Both experiences will be featured on the show floor at FAN EXPO Canada at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6).

FAN EXPO Canada:

Thursday, August 21 from 4 PM – 9 PM
Friday, August 22 from 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday, August 23 from 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday, August 24 from 10 AM – 5 PM

Booth Locations:

Disney+ – South Building, Booth #743
TRON: ARES – South Building, Booth #1439

ABOUT DISNEY+

Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, along with The Simpsons and much more. In Canada, it also includes the general entertainment content brand, Star. The flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, Disney+ offers an unmatched collection of exclusive originals, including feature-length films, next day TV, documentaries, live-action and animated series, short-form content, and live events. With unprecedented access to Disney’s long history of incredible film and television entertainment, Disney+ is also the exclusive streaming home for the newest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. For more, visit disneyplus.com, or find the Disney+ app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

ABOUT TRON: ARES

“TRON: Ares” follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. Beings. The feature film is directed by Joachim Rønning and stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson, and Jeff Bridges. Sean Bailey, Jared Leto, Emma Ludbrook, p.g.a., Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, p.g.a., and Steven Lisberger are the producers, with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, Russell Allen and Joseph Kosinski serving as executive producers. The screenplay is by Jesse Wigutow, with story by David DiGilio and Wigutow, based on characters created by Steven Lisberger and Bonnie MacBird. Disney’s “TRON: Ares” releases in theatres on October 10, 2025.

The TIFF 50 Industry Conference presented by Christie Digital, is taking place September 5–9, welcoming thousands of Canadian and international delegates to Toronto. TIFF Industry programming includes business development, deal-making opportunities, and networking, with sessions spotlighting the trends and decision-makers shaping today’s global screen sector. In 2026, TIFF will build on its strong foundation of industry offerings by launching TIFF: The Market — a seven-day event designed to drive the global film, television, and innovation industries forward, funded by the Government of Canada and by Major Supporter Telefilm Canada.

The Industry Conference Presented by Christie Digital includes six pillars: Visionaries, Dialogues, Perspectives, Microsessions, Spotlight, and — new this year — Buyers in Focus, a series of panel conversations with global acquisition executives. TIFF’s Media Partners return with an expanded slate of highly anticipated Special Events, including live podcasts. The TIFF Talent Development programming also returns with impactful labs, fellowships, and funds that support emerging creators and their projects.

VISIONARIES
The Visionaries lineup, supported by Media Partner The Hollywood Reporter, includes inspirational onstage conversations with an illustrious list, including Donna Langley DBE, Chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios; Andrea Scrosati, Group Chief Operating Officer and CEO Continental Europe, Fremantle; Yelena Rachitsky, Head of Emerging Formats at Meta; Edward Berger (Ballad of a Small Player); and Sterlin Harjo (The Lowdown), presented by the Indigenous Screen Office.

DIALOGUES

Moderated conversations between directors, screenwriters, and producers about their creative craft. The Media Partner for Dialogues is Variety, supported by Ontario Creates.

Creative Visions in Animated Feature Films with Domee Shi (Elio), Momoko Seto (Dandelion’s Odyssey), and Mamoru Hosoda (Scarlet)

Indie Producers on a Shifting Landscape with Diana Bustamante, Julia Lebedev, Yulia Evina Bhara, Alex C. Lo, and Daniel Bekerman

New Comedic Voices in Feature Film with Maude Apatow & Raffi Donatich (Poetic License), Jonatan Etzler & Jess O’Kane (Bad Apples), and Chandler Levack (Mile End Kicks)

Short Cuts to First Features with Lloyd Lee Choi (Lucky Lu), Sasha Leigh Henry (Dinner With Friends), Taratoa Stappard (Mārama), and Eva Thomas (Nika & Madison) – Presented by the Directors Guild of Canada

Modern Whore: From Book to Screen with Nicole Bazuin

PERSPECTIVES

Moderated panel discussions on the current state of industry. The Media Partner for Perspectives is Screen International, with additional speakers to be confirmed.

Accessible Productions: Best Practices – Co-programmed with the Disability Screen Office and supported by Telefilm Canada

Building Inclusive and Collaborative Productions with Jennifer Podemski, Ama Ampadu, Karen Harnisch, and Tamara Dawit

Latin American Cinema in Challenging Times with Manuel García, Nicolás Celis, Claudia Triana Soto, and Fernando Juan Lima

Producing Elevated Art-House Series with Baltasar Kormákur, Sameer Nair, and Gwen Gorst

Sourcing Stories in a Multi-Platform World with Adam Levine and Bradley Hope

Unlocking New Possibilities for Storytelling with AI with Nikola Todorovic, Christina Lee Storm, Ángel Manuel Soto, Seungwoo Kim, and Don Allen Stevenson III

Cinema on the Rise: Expanding Opportunities Across MENA with Zain Duraie (Sink) and Seyhmus Altun (As We Breathe) —

Indigenous Perspectives on Creative Sovereignty in Co-Productions

MICROSESSIONS

Moderated panel discussions with key subject matter experts programmed in collaboration with industry partners.

Coming Soon: Developing New Work in South Korea – Presented in Partnership with the Korean Cultural Centre Canada

SIRA | Inside the African Grid Shaping Our Future: Creating Roadmaps to Co-Production and Sales in the Global Marketplace – Presented by SIRA – The African Hub

Maximizing Co-Production with Canada: Meet the Provinces – Presented by Ontario Creates

Are You Ready to Apply to Telefilm Canada? – Presented by Telefilm Canada with media partner Playback

Exploring the Futures of Distribution – Presented by Telefilm Canada with media partner Playback

The UK: Where Partnerships Bring Stories to Life – Presented by British Film Commission, British Film Institute, UK Department of Business and Trade, and VisitBritain

SPOTLIGHT

Breakfast events with national and regional promotion agencies and industry organizations focusing on pitching, networking, and project financing.

Gold Pitch Filmmaker Showcase – Presented by Gold House

Northern Ontario: Above and Beyond – Presented by Cultural Industries Ontario North

Italy, Your Strategic Film Partner! B2B Co-Producing with Italy – Presented by Italian Trade Agency

Italy, Your Strategic Film Partner! Filming in Italy Forum – Presented by Italian Trade Agency

Producing the Vision: Balancing Artistry and Efficiency – Presented by Greenslate, Circus, and Angle on Producers

AI on the Roof – Presented by AI on the Lot

New HERizons: Asian Women Shaping Film – Presented by Taiwan Creative Content Agency

BUYERS IN FOCUS (new this year)
As TIFF marks its 50th edition, Buyers in Focus emerges as a new pillar of the TIFF Industry Conference, offering attendees more access to decision-makers, and laying the groundwork for TIFF: The Market in 2026. This series of conversations offers an inside look at the evolving strategies, challenges, and opportunities shaping today’s film marketplace and distribution landscape.

Featured companies include: BF Distribution, Bir Film, Blue Pictures Entertainment, Constantin Film, Curzon Film, FilmOne Entertainment, Filmladen Filmverleih GmbH, Globo Comunicação e Participações S.A., Impact Films, La Subterránea, MAD Solutions & Arab Cinema Center, Madman Entertainment, Mongrel Media, NonStop Entertainment, RAI Cinema, September Film, Sony Pictures Classics, and more.

SPECIAL EVENTS

TIFF’s partners host exclusive conversations, including onstage podcasts, with some of the Festival’s most exciting directors and actors. More Industry Conference Special Events will be shared soon to registered professionals.

Academy Conversation: The Changing Landscape of Distribution – Co-programmed by AMPAS

Series Up Close with Mae Martin – Presented by the Directors Guild of Canada – Ontario and Media Partner, Deadline

The Ankler & Pure Nonfiction LIVE with Mariska Hargitay and Thom Powers (TIFF Docs)

Sloan Science & Technology Project Pitch – Creators pitch their feature film or episodic scripts featuring science and technology themes in front of a live audience and a panel of decision-makers.

Sloan Science on Film Showcase – A scientific expert joins the director Ildikó Enyedi of Silent Friend at this Official Selection film’s Q&A to discuss its science and technology themes. Funding is provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation’s Public Understanding of Science and Technology program.

TIFF TALENT DEVELOPMENT at the TALENT HUB

The following programmes are designed to support the development of emerging directors, producers, writers, and showrunners, and their projects:

Labs

Directors’ Lab – Returning in 2025, reimagined to include more business development support, and fall under future Market plans

Series Accelerator – Presented by Canada Media Fund

Every Story Accelerator – Supported by RBC Foundation

Summit, Showcases & Funds

CHANEL Women Creators’ Network Micro Talent Summit – Supported by CHANEL

CJ & TIFF K-Story Fund – Supported by CJ Cultural Foundation and The Korean Film Council

Monkeypaw Productions’ NO DRAMA Short Film Showcase – Powered by the Universal Filmmakers Project and TIFF

The Industry Conference schedule and more information on all sessions is now available on tiff.net. Industry accreditation, including access to the Industry Conference, can be purchased online until August 22 and onsite at the Hyatt Regency starting September 2. The TIFF Industry Conference is supported by Major Supporters Ontario Creates and Telefilm Canada. The 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, runs September 4–14, 2025.

In this brand-new teaser, the consequences of Season 2’s explosive finale begin to unravel, with tensions running high amongst all parties. Watch as Keri Russell, Allison Janney, Rufus Sewell, and Bradley Whitford navigate the complex aftermath—both within the halls of the White House and across the pond.

THE DIPLOMAT makes its highly anticipated return for a third season, premiering October 16, 2025 only on Netflix.

“Kate and Hal are watching this tidal wave crest over Grace Penn and it’s about to crash through their whole world”

• Debora Cahn (Creator, Showrunner & Executive Producer) as told to TUDUM.com

ABOUT THE DIPLOMAT S3:
In Season Three of THE DIPLOMAT, Ambassador Kate Wyler (Keri Russell) lives the particular nightmare that is getting what you want. She just accused Vice President Grace Penn (Allison Janney) of hatching a terrorist plot and admitted she’s after the VP’s job. But now the President is dead, Kate’s husband Hal (Rufus Sewell) may have inadvertently killed him, and Grace Penn is leader of the free world. None of this slows Hal’s campaign to land Kate the vice presidency. Kate steps into a role she never wanted, with a freedom she never expected, an increasingly complicated friendship with Foreign Secretary Austin Dennison (David Gyasi), and an unnerving bond with First Gentleman Todd Penn (Bradley Whitford).
Series Launch Date: October 16, 2025
Format: 8 episodes x 1 hour
Creator / Showrunner / Executive Producer: Debora Cahn
Executive Producers: Janice Williams, Keri Russell, Alex Graves, Peter Noah, Eli Attie
Starring: Keri Russell, Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi, Ali Ahn, Rory Kinnear, and Ato Essandoh
Additional Cast: Michael McKean, Nana Mensah, Miguel Sandoval
Guest Starring: Allison Janney, Bradley Whitford