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A programme of six short films, imagining what the future may look like In Scotland, premieres in cinemas this month, ahead of launching on BBC online platforms in 2027. Future Acts, from the National Theatre of Scotland and BBC Scotland, brings together celebrated Scottish theatre-makers and filmmakers to tell the stories. Read my review below. Future Acts ★★★★☆ Review: 1 October 2026 | Glasgow Film Theatre As part of the National Theatre of Scotland's 20th anniversary year,

Future Acts Six new digital short films featuring stories set in a future Scotland are to premiere in Scottish cinemas in October 2026 ahead of distribution on BBC platforms in 2027. Created by a team of celebrated and award-winning Scottish theatrical and film talent, Future Acts is produced by the National Theatre of Scotland, in association with Shakehaus Productions, in partnership with BBC Scotland. Six future-facing shorts will be launched onto BBC digital platforms in