Tonight (Thursday, August 14) will see the launch of this year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival, with the UK premiere of highly-rated indie film ‘Sorry, Baby’ and the world premiere of Ben Wheatley’s new movie ‘Bulk’.
Established in 1947, The Film Festival is the world's oldest continually running event of its kind.
The closure of Edinburgh’s Filmhouse saw its future threatened, but it was rebooted last year under new director Paul Ridd.
And now the Filmhouse has been reopened it will be returning to its spiritual home in 2025 with seven nights of film fun.
Many of the filmmakers and stars will be in town to promote their new films as part of the festival.
Here are 10 of the most famous to look out for - and when and where you can see them.
9. Noah Taylor
'Game of Thrones' and 'Peaky Blinders' actor Noah Taylor will be at the world premiere midnight screening of director Ben Wheatley's new film bulk at the Cameo on Thursday, August 14. | Getty Images
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10. Irvine Welsh
'Trainspotting' author Irvine Welsh is the subject of the documentary 'Reality is not Enough' and will be at the world premiere screening on Wednesday, August 20, at 9pm at the Cameo. | Getty Images