Laurent Lafitte, Master of Ceremonies at Cannes 2025
Laurent Lafitte actor and member of the Comédie-Française, will be back on stage at the Palais des Festivals in May.
A familiar face for a prestigious edition
Laurent Lafitte is no stranger to Cannes. He already performed the opening ceremony in 2016. In 2025, he’s back on conquered ground. The Cannes Festival is counting on his piquant elegance and perfectly measured sense of humor. The actor has mastered the exercise. He knows how to make people laugh without shocking them. He handles solemnity with a rare lightness. This choice reassures as much as it intrigues.
An actor between theater, cinema and satire
Laurent Lafitte is more than just a master of ceremonies. He is one of the most recognized faces in French theater. A member of the Comédie-Française, he alternates between classic tragedies and modern comedies. In the cinema, he navigates between intimate dramas, gritty comedies and social thrillers. His versatility appeals to audiences and professionals alike. His tone, always right on target, is perfectly in tune with the spirit of Cannes.
A speech that’s expected, but never formatted
Lafitte excels in the art of the opening speech. He allows himself to be piqued, always with panache. In 2016, he dared to quote Woody Allen with irony, provoking as much laughter as debate. For this 2025 edition, his speech is already eagerly awaited. As usual, he will write his own texts. His intelligent humor, gentle irony and cinephile culture should once again leave a lasting impression.
An edition under the sign of auteur cinema
The Cannes Film Festival 2025 is shaping up to be a rich event. The competition will bring together established filmmakers and young international talent. In this context, the presence of Laurent Lafitte will provide a welcome balance. He knows the codes. He loves cinema. And above all, he knows how to convey emotion in a few well-chosen words. His role is not limited to announcing the awards. He sets the tone, establishes the atmosphere and ties the evening together.
The return of Laurent Lafitte as Master of Ceremonies proves one thing: Cannes remains true to its high standards… and its panache. His voice will open the 78th edition on May 13, 2025. And there’s no doubt that it will resonate for a long time to come on the red steps.
