Sundance '26 Takeover
Sundance
Partnership
The first-ever sports-centered Film • TV interactive experience at Sundance Film Festival.
Overview
What This Is
Sundance 2026 was a defining moment for the Hidden Empire Sports Collective - one that proved, in real time, that sports, film, culture, and legacy don't just intersect... they amplify each other.
We kicked things off with an intimate private dinner hosted at Ghidotti's, bringing together athletes, filmmakers, executives, and partners for real conversation and relationship-building away from the noise. That momentum carried straight into a Deadline interview and photo shoot, officially spotlighting the Collective's vision and the growing presence of athletes as creators, producers, and storytellers in Hollywood.
Who It's For
Elite athletes, filmmakers, creators, executives, and culture leaders building real creative careers at the convergence of sport and cinema.
Event Gallery
Inside the Experience
Real moments from Sundance Partnership - captured on the ground.
Watch The Recap
The Full Sizzle
Full Sundance '26 recap - courtesy of Hidden Empire Sports Collective.
Annual / Recurring
A recurring initiative - built to return.
A developing collaboration with the Sundance Film Festival ecosystem - returning annually to expand the sports vertical and connect athletes with independent film opportunities, industry exposure, and global storytelling platforms.
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Be Part of the Next
Sundance Experience
Spots in Sundance Partnership are limited and by application. Join the waitlist to be considered for the next cohort and receive announcements direct from Hidden Empire Sports Collective.
