No Submission Fees!

HorrorHound TV is a streaming destination dedicated exclusively to independent horror cinema.

Founded in 2005 as an independent horror magazine, HorrorHound has grown into one of the most recognized brands in horror fandom, encompassing a magazine, convention, film festival, film division, music division, and now HorrorHound TV. From the very first HorrorHound Weekend, independent filmmakers have been an important part of our story. Nearly twenty years later, we're still dedicated to helping horror creators find new audiences and keeping independent horror thriving.

We're seeking feature films, short films, documentaries, fan films, animated horror, experimental horror, and genre-bending projects from filmmakers around the world.

Unlike traditional film festivals, HorrorHound TV isn't limited to a single weekend. Selected films become part of our growing streaming platform, allowing horror fans to discover and enjoy independent genre films year-round.

We are especially interested in films that may have completed their festival run and are looking for a new audience. Whether your film premiered years ago or was completed recently, completion date is not a factor. We welcome projects regardless of production year, provided filmmakers retain the rights necessary to participate. Films currently available through non-exclusive distribution arrangements are also eligible.

In addition to streaming consideration, a select number of submissions will be chosen for special in-person screenings during HorrorHound Weekend at our Spring and Fall conventions. These screenings place filmmakers and their work directly in front of one of the most passionate horror fan communities in the country.

For nearly twenty years, HorrorHound has championed independent horror filmmakers through our conventions, screenings, and film festival. HorrorHound TV expands that mission by creating a year-round platform where great horror films can continue finding audiences long after their festival journey ends.

If you've created a horror film that deserves to be discovered, we'd love to see it.

Awards & Prizes

All submissions will be considered for inclusion on HorrorHound TV, our streaming platform dedicated to independent horror cinema.

Selected films will receive:
• Official Selection Laurel for HorrorHound TV
• Placement on the HorrorHound TV streaming platform
• Promotion through HorrorHound's website and social media channels

In addition, select films may receive:
• HorrorHound Weekend Screening Selection – In-person screening during HorrorHound Weekend's after-hours programming or Sunday film blocks
• Featured Film Spotlight – Premium placement and promotion on HorrorHound TV
• Staff Pick Title – Selected by the HorrorHound TV programming team
• HorrorHound TV Audience Favorite Title – Based on viewer engagement and audience response on the platform
• Hidden Gem Title – Recognizing an exceptional film deserving greater visibility

Please note that HorrorHound TV selections are separate from the HorrorHound Film Festival competition and are not eligible for HorrorHound Film Festival awards unless officially selected into that festival's competitive program.

Rules & Terms

RULES & TERMS

HorrorHound TV is a streaming platform dedicated to showcasing independent horror cinema. Submission to HorrorHound TV does not constitute submission to the HorrorHound Film Festival competition, and selections for HorrorHound TV are judged separately from HorrorHound Film Festival official selections and awards.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• HorrorHound TV accepts horror, thriller, dark fantasy, science fiction horror, horror-comedy, animated horror, documentary, experimental, and other genre-related projects.
• There is no restriction on completion date. Films from any year may be submitted.
• Films that have completed their festival run are encouraged to apply.
• Films currently available through non-exclusive distribution agreements may be submitted.
• Films available publicly for free viewing on major streaming platforms (including but not limited to YouTube, Tubi, Vimeo On Demand, etc.) may be submitted.
• The submitter must own or control all rights necessary to authorize exhibition of the submitted work.

SELECTIONS

Submitted films may be considered for one or more of the following:

• HorrorHound TV Official Selection (streaming platform)
• HorrorHound TV Featured Spotlight
• HorrorHound Weekend Special Curated Screening
• Future HorrorHound promotional screenings and showcase events

Selection for HorrorHound TV does not guarantee an in-person screening at HorrorHound Weekend.

LICENSE GRANT

By submitting a project, the submitter grants HorrorHound LTD., HorrorHound TV, and affiliated HorrorHound properties the non-exclusive right to exhibit the submitted project on HorrorHound TV and associated HorrorHound streaming platforms.

Selected projects will be licensed for streaming exhibition for an initial term of twelve (12) months. The license shall automatically renew for successive twelve-month periods unless either party provides written notice of termination at least thirty (30) days before the renewal date.

The filmmaker retains all ownership and copyright to their work.

PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

HorrorHound LTD. is granted the right to utilize excerpts, still images, trailers, posters, artwork, titles, descriptions, filmmaker biographies, and other submitted promotional materials for advertising, publicity, educational, editorial, social media, convention, streaming platform, and promotional purposes.

PRESS & INDUSTRY SCREENINGS

Selected films may be made available for password-protected screenings to accredited press members, reviewers, distributors, sponsors, industry professionals, judges, programmers, and HorrorHound staff for promotional and evaluation purposes.

SCREENING FEES

Submission and selection grant HorrorHound LTD. the right to exhibit accepted projects without payment of screening fees, royalties, or other exhibition compensation unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

DELIVERABLES

Selected films must provide the following materials:

• 16:9 (minimum 800x450) horizontal promotional image
• 9:16 (minimum 450x800) vertical promotional image
• Exhibition screener (H.264 preferred)
• Stereo audio mix - not 5.1
• Maximum file size of 10GB
• Embedded subtitles for all non-English dialogue
• Trailer (if available)

At this time, DCP exhibition files are not required and may not be accepted.

CONTENT RESTRICTIONS

HorrorHound TV reserves the right to refuse any submission for any reason, including but not limited to technical deficiencies, rights concerns, content issues, or material deemed inconsistent with the HorrorHound brand.

INDEMNIFICATION

The submitter warrants that all necessary rights, licenses, permissions, and clearances have been obtained and that the submitted work does not infringe upon any copyright, trademark, publicity, privacy, or other proprietary rights.

The submitter agrees to indemnify and hold harmless HorrorHound LTD., HorrorHound TV, their officers, employees, volunteers, sponsors, affiliates, and representatives from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorney fees, arising from the exhibition or promotion of the submitted work.

AWARDS

HorrorHound TV awards and selections are independent from HorrorHound Film Festival awards. Award categories, selection categories, and screening opportunities are subject to change at the sole discretion of HorrorHound LTD.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

Submission of a project constitutes acceptance of all rules, regulations, eligibility requirements, and exhibition terms contained herein.