ARRI Released Film Lab 1.5 Software Update
The latest version of the OpenFX plug-in adds new film format options and delivers four times faster processing speeds.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Film — General
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ARRI has launched Film Lab 1.5, a licence-based OpenFX plug-in designed for colour-managed post workflows. The update introduces new film format starting points and significantly improves rendering performance for professional filmmakers.
Why it matters
This update responds directly to feedback from filmmakers and post-production teams seeking greater control over texture and film aesthetics. The enhanced tools allow for more precise artistic manipulation within standard digital color grading environments.
Film Lab 1.5 introduces expanded controls including eight anamorphic squeeze settings ranging from 1.25x to 2.0x. Users can also manipulate grain and halation intensity up to a maximum value of 2.0, doubling the range of prior versions.
The players
ARRI
ARRI is a global designer and manufacturer of camera, lighting, and post-production equipment for the film and television industries.
The details
The update adds support for 8 mm, 16 mm, and 65 mm film format starting points while integrating with DaVinci Resolve and Baselight. Additionally, the software now includes ACES 2.0 ACEScc and ACEScct input/output options to streamline workflows.
Timeline
ARRI released Film Lab 1.5 on October 12, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The integration of ACES 2.0 options into Film Lab 1.5 marks a transition toward standardized color management protocols across global post-production pipelines. By bridging traditional film aesthetics with modern digital standards, this release keeps pace with the demands of high-end cinematic workflows.
Users can immediately utilize the new format starting points and enhanced intensity controls within their existing DaVinci Resolve or Baselight environments. The four-fold increase in processing speed is expected to reduce export times for colorists and editors working with high-resolution projects.
The takeaway
Filmmakers can leverage the new grain and rendition settings to achieve more granular control over the final look of their digital footage. Adopting the updated software allows production teams to spend less time on rendering while maintaining high-fidelity color management standards.
Further reading
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