Four distinct strands over four incredible days.

Step into the world of cinematic brilliance at the Cine‑Wyre Film Festival, where your unique storytelling takes centre stage at the iconic Marine Hall Theatre in historic Fleetwood.

Over four packed days of screenings, this premier event celebrates the art of film across four distinct strands—Family Friendly, Documentary, Sci-Fi and Horror/Thriller - inviting both emerging and established filmmakers to showcase their work before an enthusiastic audience.

Alongside immersive screenings that light up the silver screen, experience live Q&A sessions with industry leaders, hands-on workshops, dynamic networking events, and insightful industry talks.

Whether you’re aiming to capture the hearts of families, provoke thoughtful dialogues, explore strange new worlds, or send shivers down spines, Cine‑Wyre is your stage to make a lasting impression

Within each of the four strands we accept all associated genres and sub genres, styles and countries of origin.

Plus, all submissions can receive an optional, complimentary social media shoutout and quote to help promote your work!

Awards & Prizes

At Cine‑Wyre, we honour cinematic excellence with a comprehensive suite of awards designed to celebrate every aspect of filmmaking.
Each strand is recognised with its own accolade:
Best Family Film
Best Documentary Film
Best Sci-Fi Film
Best Horror/Thriller Film
ensuring that every genre’s unique voice is heard.

This is accompanied by our suite of industry awards highlighting outstanding technical and creative achievements. Examples include (but are not limited to):
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Cinematography
Best Screenplay
Best Editing
Best Visual Effects

In addition to these, we proudly present overall festival recognitions for
Best Short Film
and
Best Feature Films.

Winners will receive distinguished trophies, official certificates (both digital and physical), and promotional recognition to boost their profile within the industry.

Furthermore, our festival experience extends beyond screenings - immerse yourself in our live Q&A sessions, interactive industry events, engaging networking opportunities, and inspiring workshops, all designed to propel your filmmaking journey.

Please note, physical awards are provided by our sponsors and can only be presented to attending filmmakers.

Rules & Terms

All entries for Cine‑Wyre must be fully completed films that meet a high standard of production quality.

Films are accepted in both Short (up to 30 minutes) and Feature (60 to 120 minutes) formats, and submissions must be made exclusively via FilmFreeway.

Each film should be fully accessible at the time of judging and conform to the required technical specifications if selected for screening (prores422/h264 for video, 48khz for audio, and HD or 2K aspect ratios).

Films not in the English language must have English subtitles hardcoded.

Please note that submissions in progress, inaccessible films, or those not meeting the high-quality criteria may be disqualified.

By entering Cine‑Wyre, you confirm that you have secured all necessary rights, consent to your film’s screening at all festival related events, and agree that selected portions (stills and clips) may be used for promotional purposes

The decision of our jury is final, and refunds are not offered.

Cine-Wyre is brought to you by the Lancashire Film Network and from the industry professionals behind the acclaimed Lytham International Film Festival and Firestorm Festival
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  • Steff Lee

    Thank you for screening 'Of All The Things' as part of your Family programme and bringing it to more audiences. We were sorry we were unable to join you for the event.

    March 2026
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  • Brad Patisso

    We had a great time at the first CineWyre film festival! Ed and the team have created something very special for the Fylde Coast. See you next year!

    March 2026
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  • ALEXANDER LEONTARITIS

    A big thank you to the Cine Wyre Film Festival for including High Pressure in this year’s festival! I’m truly honored that the film received three awards — Best Horror Thriller Film, Best Writing, and Best Performance by a Male Talent. Very grateful for this recognition!

    March 2026
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  • CONOR O MAHONY

    This is a great film festival run by real enthusiasts that want the best for the filmakers and their audience. They put together a high quality and very varied programme of events and screenings, something for everyone but you could watch them all. Great communication and socials promoting the events and the film makers.

    Thanks you for awarding The Mood Swings, Best Documentary Film. It was very special to be given the opportunity in the Q&A to speak about the stigma that people with severe mental illness have to live with. The warmth and kindness you all showed myself and contributor Richard was very validating.

    I'd advise everyone to submit to this intimate feastival with a big heart.

    March 2026
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  • Keith Large

    A Faultless film festival with a first class venue by the sea that incorporated slick programming and dynamic workshops. Excellent Q&A sessions with filmmakers in front of well attended audiences. The finale of a full house Networking and Awards Gala brought innovative ways to make new collaborations. All amongst a warm, friendly atmosphere that evolved from the most welcoming of festival organisers that genuinely love films and filmmakers. These people want to help filmmakers. This is a must film festival to submit to and attend.

    March 2026
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