A-List Stars at TIFF Share Their Experiences in Toronto

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025 showcased many high-profile stars who graced the city for premieres and public appearances. Among the stars were Jacob Elordi, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, and Angelina Jolie, all promoting their films. Elordi, fresh from filming Guillermo del Toro’s *Frankenstein*, expressed his love for Toronto, a city he believes is ideal for filmmaking. The premiere saw many of the film’s stars, including Mia Goth and Christoph Waltz, enjoying local cuisine at Le Germain Hotel. Dwayne Johnson made his TIFF debut promoting *The Smashing Machine*, a film about a former MMA fighter dealing with addiction. Despite his busy schedule, Johnson still found time for a gym session at Fit Squad Training Gym. Meanwhile, James McAvoy premiered his directorial debut *California Schemin’* amidst a more troubling incident at a bar, where he was unexpectedly punched. Charli XCX also had a notable TIFF appearance, starring in two films. She took part in red carpet events and post-screening parties, including a Gucci celebration for *Sacrifice*. Other stars like Sydney Sweeney, Angelina Jolie, and Daniel Craig also made appearances, promoting films such as *Christy*, *Couture*, and the third *Knives Out* installment, respectively. Their time in Toronto was filled with screenings, dinners, and plenty of red carpet moments.