International Short Film Festivals

We’ve curated a list of recommended short film festivals worldwide.

Not sure where to start with submitting your film? We’ve done the heavy lifting for you. All the festivals on this list are legitimate and recommended by us.

For more advice, read our informative article on planning your festival strategy.

A panel of five people sitting on chairs on stage at the Aotea International Short Film Festival 2023, with a large screen behind them displaying the festival's name and year.

Festivals by Country