Ulm Film Days 2026: A journey through time through the history of Ulm!

Ulm Film Days 2026: A journey through time through the history of Ulm!

In less than two weeks it finally starts again: The ulm film days 2026 start on January 4th and offer an exciting program that delves into the city's film history. Host Günter Merkle invites cineastes and culture enthusiasts to discover historical films during the first months of the new year.

This year the event will take place in two popular cinemas, theMephistoand thatObscura cinema, carried out. The focus is particularly on the 90s, a decade that is still alive in Ulm. A highlight is the premiere of the film “90s in Ulm” on January 11th, which shows the city in a time of change. Former Mayor Ivo Gönner will accompany some of these topics and lead through the events.

A look back – the history of Ulm

The ulmfilmtage is much more than just a film series, it is a cultural tradition that explores the connections between the past and the present every year at the beginning of the new year. Here the audience gets insights into film history, from the undestroyed times to the reconstruction. Overall, the program presents almost 80 years of Ulm history in moving images.

The special films include “The Historical Ulm Films” as well as “Ulm after 1945” and “Ulm in the Sixties”. New to the program is the film about the 70s and 80s in Ulm, which deals with topics such as the oil crisis, urban redevelopment and the peace movement - exciting insights for all those who want to experience life during this time up close.

Premieres and matinees

Another notable highlight are the screenings of the documentary “…I want everything” about the legendary Hildegard Knef, which premiered on November 6th, 2025 and will also be shown on January 11th. There was obviously great interest in the sold-out screenings of the film “Ulm in the 70s and 80s” last year, and the organizers are expecting lively audience interest in 2026 too.

To ensure that no visitor is left behind from the fireworks of cinematic art, it is recommended to purchase tickets in advance at the cinema box office or online. Matinee performances take place on Sundays in both venues and offer an excellent opportunity to enjoy the varied offerings.

If you want to experience Ulm's diverse film history and cultural peculiarities, you should ulm film days 2026 don't miss it. There is a whole range of films to discover that invite you to look at your own city from new perspectives.

This event is an integral part of Ulm's cultural calendar and impressively shows how vividly historical topics can be passed on through film and art. This makes a visit to the ulmfilmtage a real must for all Ulm residents and film fans!