Registration for the 2026 Young Lions competition,
Presented by PMCI (Publicis Media Content Innovation)
is now open!
Head over to the official competition site to register or review the rules.
Note: you must create an account to register. ​
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Registration closes Monday, January 26, 2026 @ 7:59:59 PM ET (no exceptions).​​
About the US Lions Community
At the 2024 festival, NCM launched the US Lions Community, designed to connect the ad industry's rising stars with the most established executives and inspire creative leadership throughout the year, at every career level. The core program pillars are Mentorship, Networking, Leadership, and Creativity.
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Join this vibrant community today!
Interested in Exploring 2026 Opportunities?
We’re always looking for new partners and possibilities and invite you to join the US Lions Community. To learn about ways to get involved, contact: CannesYoungLions@ncm.com
National CineMedia (NCM) is the largest cinema advertising platform in the US. With unparalleled reach and scale, NCM connects brands to young, diverse audiences through the power of movies and pop culture. A premium video, full-funnel marketing solution for advertisers, NCM enhances marketers' ability to measure and drive results. NCM’s leading preshow, The Noovie® Show is presented exclusively in 42 leading national and regional theater circuits – including the only three national chains: AMC Entertainment Inc., Cinemark Holdings, Inc. and Regal Entertainment Group. NCM’s cinema platform consists of 17,500+ screens in more than1,350 theatres in 195 Designated Market Areas®.
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