Monte-Carlo TV Festival turns 65 with Drucker, Scott Thomas and a younger crowd
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
The Monte-Carlo Television Festival marks its 65th edition at the Grimaldi Forum from Friday, blending classic TV with digital productions and a broadened audience.
The Monte-Carlo Television Festival opens at the Grimaldi Forum this Friday for a five-day run through Tuesday, celebrating its 65th edition with a line-up that bridges generations. Michel Drucker and Kristin Scott Thomas are among the names confirmed, alongside Spanish actress Ester Exposito, signalling a programme that reaches well beyond the traditional television world.
Organisers have made a deliberate push to attract younger audiences this year, with digital productions and streaming content given serious floor space alongside conventional series and cinema. The shift reflects how the festival has evolved: what began as a purely broadcast-focused event now treats any screen as a legitimate stage.
For residents and visitors in the Principality this weekend, the Grimaldi Forum will be the centre of activity, with public screenings and red-carpet events running across the full five days. Specific scheduling and ticketing details are available through the festival's official channels.