New York Asian Film Festival 2026: Korean Horizons
Co-presented by the Korean Cultural Center New York, the New York Asian Film Foundation, and Film at Lincoln Center and specially sponsored by the Korean Film Council
Friday, July 10th - Sunday, July 26th, 2026
Korean Cultural Center New York
122 E 32nd St, New York, NYFilm at Lincoln Center
Walter Reade Theater, 165 W 65th Street, New York, NYSVA Theatre
333 W 23rd Street, New York, NYAnthology Film Archives
(32 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003)IFC Center
(323 6th Ave, New York, NY 10014)
Ticket:
General: $20-$50
Students, Seniors(62+) & Persons with disabilities: $17-$45
FLC & NYAFF Members: $15-$40
* Ticketing fee ($2.05) is not included..
* All ticket sales and proceeds from this events will ONLY contribute to furthering NYAFF's impactful initiatives.
* All films featuring Korean dialogue will have English subtitles available.
The Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY) is proud to announce its continued partnership with The New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), co-presented with the New York Asian Film Foundation, for the upcoming 2026 edition of the festival.
The New York Asian Film Festival will return to celebrate the vibrant creativity and powerful storytelling of Korean cinema. As one of the highlights of this internationally renowned festival, the program will once again offer audiences a compelling selection of Korean films that reflect the breadth and depth of the Korean film industry.
Unforgettable cinematic experience that fosters cultural exchange and deepens appreciation for Korean heritage and contemporary life. The program features 23 films—17 feature films and 6 short films—showcasing the diversity and creativity of contemporary Korean cinema.
◆ Program(See below for films by screening date with RSVP/Ticket info)
* The full festival schedule is available at the official NYAFF website: www.nyaff.org
Colony (군체)
Yeon Sang-ho, 2026
122 min
7/15 (Wed) @ 7:00 PM
Tickets: $22.05 (General $20 + Fee $2.05)
SHORTS PROGRAM
Hae-oh Park, Juliet Belisario, Suzanne Soo Hyun Kim, OH Jiin, Annette Cho, LEE Ru-ri, 2024-2025
86 min
7/18 (Sat) @ 3:00 PM
Tickets: $22.05 (General $20 + Fee $2.05)
Broken Dawn (무례한 새벽) Hae-oh Park, 2025, 16 min
Devils in the Bush Juliet Belisario, 2025, 8 min
Let the Neon Lights Dance Suzanne Soo Hyun Kim, 2024, 20 min
SPEEDY! (스삐디!) OH Jiin, 2025, 18 min
The Newcomer Annette (Eun-Kyoung) Cho, 2025, 6 min
UNDERCURRENT (산행) Ru-ri Lee, 2025, 22 min
The Yellow Sea (황해)
Na Hong-jin, 2010
136 min
7/19 (Sun) @ 3:30 PM
Tickets: $22 (General $20 + Fee $2)
Funky Freaky Freaks (충충충)
Han Chang-lok, 2025
87 min
7/19 (Sun) @ 7:00 PM
Tickets: $22.05 (General $20 + Fee $2.05)
The King’s Warden (왕과 사는 남자)
Chang Hang-jun, 2026
117 min
7/23 (Thu) @ 7:30 PM
Tickets: $22.05 (General $20 + Fee $2.05)
Peninsula (반도)
Yeon Sang-ho, 2020
116 min
7/25 (Sat) @ 2:30 PM
Tickets: $22.05 (General $20 + Fee $2.05)
Lovely Death (사랑하는 죽음)
Lee Won-suk, 2026
99 min
7/25 (Sat) @ 6:30 PM
Tickets: FREE with RSVP
The New York Asian Film Foundation Inc. is America’s premier 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the exhibition and appreciation of Asian film culture in all its forms, with year-round festivals and programs, and a view to building bridges between Asia and America.
The New York Asian Film Foundation’s flagship event is the annual New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), which has been presented in collaboration with Film at Lincoln Center since 2010. Now entering its 22nd year, NYAFF is North America’s leading festival of Asian cinema.
Since 2002, the New York Asian Film Festival has been an annual celebration of the best and boldest in Asian cinema. As the first film festival in North America to champion the works of today’s leading Asian auteurs, NYAFF continues to introduce vibrant and vital voices ranging from explosive blockbusters to eccentric arthouse gems. As we celebrate Asian representation more than ever, NYAFF provides an essential connection and awareness to our community, to New Yorkers, and beyond.
The Foundation’s other events and initiatives include repertory programming and an annual Winter Showcase at the SVA Theatre.
The Korean Film Council (KOFIC), established under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea, is a public institution dedicated to enhancing the quality of Korean cinema and advancing the film industry.
Marking the centennial of Korean films in 2019, KOFIC is committed to a new era of growth, launching initiatives to support planning, development, and production that strengthen creative capabilities and foster collaboration with Asian cinema to lead the global market.
In response to the evolving digital landscape, KOFIC is also focused on building a healthy and sustainable industry by addressing market imbalances, improving working conditions, and nurturing an environment where films can be both created and enjoyed freely.
With a forward-looking vision, KOFIC continues to support the growth of world-class Korean films that inspire audiences and represent the pride of our nation.