Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu won the Palme d'Or at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival for his film 'RMN', the festival announced on May 23, 2026. The award, the festival's highest honor, was presented at the closing ceremony.
'RMN' is a drama set in a multi-ethnic Transylvanian village, exploring themes of identity and community. Mungiu, known for his 2007 Palme d'Or winner '4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days', becomes one of the few directors to win the award twice.
The jury, led by director Jane Campion, praised the film for its nuanced storytelling and powerful performances. The festival also awarded the Grand Prix to French director Justine Triet for 'Anatomy of a Fall'.
