The Screenplay Showcase stands as a groundbreaking platform within the film industry, offering a unique and dynamic contest unlike any other. At the heart of our mission is to bring to light to screenplays from talented writers across the globe. By transforming selected screenplays into captivating motion-graphic trailers and showcasing the produced first 10 pages, we provide an unparalleled opportunity for writers to have their work seen, felt, and SHOWCASED.

Our event is a celebration of creativity and storytelling, where submissions are not only judged by contestants/peers but also by an esteemed panel of industry luminaries, including producers, literary managers, filmmakers, and accomplished writers. This diverse jury ensures a comprehensive evaluation from multiple perspectives within the industry, enhancing the value and exposure for participants.

The Screenplay Showcase is more than a contest; it's a platform for discovery, where emerging talents are spotlighted and stories find their stage. Through our unique showcase, writers gain unprecedented exposure, networking opportunities, and the chance to see their vision come to life. Join us in celebrating the art of cinematic storytelling, where your screenplay could be the next to capture the imagination of audiences and industry professionals alike.

Welcome to the Screenplay Showcase, where stories leap off the page and into the spotlight!!

Awards & Prizes

There will be 4 Awards announced:
{Peer's Choice} Best Feature Screenplay
{Peer's Choice} Best TV Pilot
{Peer's Choice} Best Short Script
{JURY GRAND PRIZE}

All Winners get:
Spotlight in our newsletter to 50,000+ industry professionals.
Promoted on distribution channels for maximum outreach.
Introduction to a literary manager inside our network (your choice).
Other perks!

Jury Grand Prize Winner earns all the above, including the remaining pages of their project produced and networked with one of several top-tier producers from our directory (your choice)

Rules & Terms

The material must be submitted as a PDF file. The file must not be scanned, encrypted or password protected.
There is no limit to the number of scripts you may submit.
All entry fees are non-refundable.
All submitted material must be original to the screenwriter.
All copyright, ownership, and derivative rights to the material submitted to The Screenplay Showcase remains with the original rights holders and/or author.
The material submitted must not have been optioned or produced and must be fully owned by the screenwriters.
All scripts should be written per industry-standard screenplay format.
While there is no limit to the number of times a previous entrant may submit, previous winners cannot win again.
Feature scripts should not exceed 130 pages.
TV Pilots should not exceed 75 pages
Short scripts should not exceed 30 pages.
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  • Jose Montalvo

    Great festival! I am very grateful for Familiar Realm being selected as a finalist for your prestigious festival. Much respect and success to the Screenplay Showcase festival in the future!

    January 2024
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  • Martin King

    So nice for "The King of Kudamasai" to have been selected in this festival.

    January 2024
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  • Tom Nicholson

    This is a great festival to get your screenplay in front of industry professionals. I've submitted to a lot of festivals but this is by the far the best value and exposure.

    January 2024
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  • Tracy Swanson

    I am honored to learn my comedy, 'Mensch on a Bench' has been submitted to the festival this year! I can't wait to see the feedback I get and the progress this pitch makes.
    Thank you!

    January 2024
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  • Greg Sawicki

    Truly one of the best competitions out there. Updates were received every step of the way. The script feedback is second-to-none. It was informative, thorough, concise and -- above all else -- constructive. We've received feedback/coverage from other competitions where characters were mixed up or names were incorrect, and it felt like the reader wasn't paying attention. But, the feedback we received from the Boston Screenplay Awards was incredibly helpful. It felt like the reader went over the script 2-3 times or more. It provided specific strengths and weaknesses, but even went in depth regarding small items that could make a big difference. The insight they provided sparked a number of ideas we will use for our rewrite. We highly recommend this competition.

    November 2023
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