# Edinburgh Industry Program Adds Stars and Inaugural UK Film Conference

The Edinburgh International Film Festival's industry program will feature appearances by Ewan McGregor, Kenneth Branagh, and Bruce Dern, along with a first-ever UK film conference. This expansion highlights Edinburgh's growing role as a key platform for film industry networking and discussion, attracting major talent and fostering industry dialogue.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/events/edinburgh-industry-program-ewan-mcgregor-kenneth-branagh-1236820141/) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:12:32 +0000