Following its major success in Greece, Kapodistrias (The Governor), the latest film from internationally acclaimed director Yannis Smaragdis, continues its international rollout with releases across Europe, Australia, and North America — highlighted by a special one-day theatrical event across the United States on April 22, with tickets now officially on sale at www.fathomentertainment.com.
Released in Greece on Christmas Day, the film quickly became a box-office phenomenon, ranking as the fifth-highest-grossing Greek film of all time, reflecting its powerful storytelling and deep cultural resonance.
“Kapodistrias” in the USA – One Day theatrical event (April 22)
Audiences across the United States will have a unique opportunity to experience Kapodistrias (The Governor) in cinemas for one day only, on April 22, 2026.
Marking the significance of the release, lead actor Antonis Myriagkos will travel from Greece to the United States to personally promote the film, bringing the story of Ioannis Kapodistrias directly to American audiences.
A series of special events, including exclusive pre-screenings in Chicago and San Francisco, will precede the release.
In Chicago, the Consulate General of Greece in Chicago, in cooperation with the Hellenic Foundation, the Pickwick Theatre, and the Hellenic Film Society USA, will host the screening as part of the CineΕλλάδα series. The screening will take place on April 16, 2026, at the Pickwick Theatre in Park Ridge. Free admission with registration required: https://kapodistriasmovie.eventbrite.com
The San Francisco event will be presented by UHAS and the San Francisco Greek Film Festival and will take place on April 19, 2026, at the Century Redwood City Cinemark Theatres, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
As part of these special evenings, the 12 visiting Evzones — the Presidential Guard of Greece — will attend as honored guests, adding a powerful ceremonial and cultural dimension and making these screenings truly unique and memorable events.
During his visit, Antonis Myriagkos will appear at a special meet and greet at the Pickwick Theatre on April 22, 2026 and will be present for the 1:30pm, 4:30pm, and 7:30pm screenings, offering audiences a rare opportunity to engage directly with the film’s lead actor.
Tickets for the San Francisco pre-screening are available at: http://sfgff2026kap.eventive.org/welcome
Tickets for the Chicago meet & greet at the Pickwick Theatre are available at: www.pickwicktheatre.com
Tickets for the nationwide one-night-only release are available at: www.fathomentertainment.com
These events mark a significant cultural moment for Greek communities across the United States.
Canada – In the theaters starting April 24
The film will be released in Canada, starting April 24, with locations to be announced soon.
Germany, Austria and Switzerland- Special screenings
In Germany, the film will be presented in a special screening event in Stuttgart and Reutlingen on April 16, 2026 followed by an exclusive Q&A with lead actor Antonis Myriagkos, alongside a broader release across Germany and Austria.
A full list of locations in Germany and Austria is available at: https://www.kinostar.com/kapodistrias/
Tickets for the Stuttgart Q&A:https://www.innenstadtkinos.de/de/programm?date=2026-04-16
Tickets for the Reutlingen Q&A: https://www.cineplex.de/reutlingen/film/kapodistrias-der-gouverneur-6D041000012FWBXJYB
In Switzerland, special screenings will take place in:
Zurich – Arthouse Piccadilly @ 20:15 on April 19 and April 26, 2026
Lausanne – Pathé Galeries @ 17:30 on April 19, 2026 (hosted by the Consulate General of Greece in Geneva)
Australia release – Exclusively at Palace Cinemas
The film will be released in cinemas in Australia starting May 7, exclusively at Palace Cinemas.
Preview screenings in Melbourne:
The Astor Theatre, Melbourne — Wednesday, April 29 @ 7:30pm
The Astor Theatre, Melbourne — Sunday, May 3 @ 3:00pm
Sydney preview screenings to be announced.
Australian screenings will also feature exclusive footage from a private presentation of the film for His Beatitude Archbishop Ieronymos II of Athens and All Greece, who described the film as “a cardiogram of Greek history.”
UK Release – June 2026
In the United Kingdom, Kapodistrias (The Governor) will be released in cinemas nationwide on June 12, 2026, by Two Fresh Distribution, in partnership with leading international distributor Tanweer.
Kapodistrias movie is a story that shaped a nation
Kapodistrias – The Governor brings to life the extraordinary story of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first Governor of independent Greece and one of the most pivotal figures in modern European history.
A visionary diplomat and reformer, Kapodistrias rose to prominence in early 19th-century Europe before returning to lead a newly independent and deeply fragmented Greece. Tasked with building a nation in the aftermath of war, he established its first institutions and laid the foundations of the modern Greek state.
A story of sacrifice, conviction, and nation-building, the film explores the personal cost behind political courage — a man who relinquished love, wealth, and status in service of freedom.
Directed by Yannis Smaragdis (Kazantzakis, El Greco, God Loves Caviar), the film is described by the director as “a work of faith and deep love for Greece.”
A global cultural event
More than a historical drama, Kapodistrias – The Governor is a tribute to the enduring spirit, resilience, and identity of the Greek people.
TICKETS & INFORMATION BY TERRITORY
United States (April 22 – One Day Only)
San Francisco Pre-Screening: http://sfgff2026kap.eventive.org/welcome
Chicago Meet & Greet (Pickwick Theatre): www.pickwicktheatre.com
Australia (From May 7)
Germany & Austria (From April 16)
https://www.kinostar.com/kapodistrias/
Stuttgart Q&A: https://www.innenstadtkinos.de/de/programm?date=2026-04-16
Reutlingen Q&A: https://www.cineplex.de/reutlingen/film/kapodistrias-der-gouverneur-6D041000012FWBXJYB
Switzerland (April 19 & 26)
Zurich – Arthouse Piccadilly
https://arthouse.ch/movies/kapodistrias-221176
Lausanne – Pathé Galeries
https://www.pathe.ch/de/filme-events/kapodistrias-51923
United Kingdom (From June 12)
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