The Independent Horror Society has been dedicated to supporting grassroots horror cinema for over 10 years, and we're so proud to have over 2,000 committed horror fans and filmmakers in our ranks.

We have launched the Indie Film Showcase to do what we love best -- bringing incredible short genre films from hugely talented filmmakers, to the wonderful UK horror community.

Over the past couple of years, the Indie Film Showcase has been an annual selection of films, premiered in London and then taken on tour across the UK in places such as Manchester, Brighton, Bristol and York.

But with so many incredible films being submitted to us and seen every year, it's getting harder and harder to fit in everything that we want to screen! So as of now, we're switching to TWO separate showcase line ups every year -- the next of which will premiere at The Genesis Cinema in London in July 2026, before once again being taken on the road.

So join us for another evening of fun, meeting new friends, networking, and of course -- over 2 solid hours of incredible short films.

Long live indie horror!

Awards & Prizes

Skully's Choice Award -- Awarded to the best UK short film of the showcase, as voted for by the selection panel, and the audience.

Best International Short -- Awarded to the best non-UK short film of the showcase.

Rules & Terms

Eligibility and Submission Rules: Films must be under 30 minutes in length.

Unless you are a member of the IHS Pro service, there is a submission fee to enter your film. All submissions are final, and there are no refunds. You may enter as many films as you wish. Each entry requires a separate submission form, fee and upload. Please note we only accept online screeners.

Selection Procedure - Submitted films are viewed by two or more members of the Independent Horror Society. Every film selected is at the discretion of the IHS team, and their decision is final. All successful applicants will be notified via e-mail.

Delivery: Delivery instructions will be provided once selection is confirmed. All delivery will be digital.
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  • Jérémy Barlozzo

    So proud to have my short at the independent horror society indie film showcase
    nice organisation and communication
    and the team is really nice

    January 2026
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  • Adolfo Vico

    I couldn't be happier that my short film, Pleased to Kill You, is part of this year's showcase. The IHS team has been fabulous, putting together an amazing selection of shorts and securing the first London screening in one of the most beautiful independent cinemas in the world! It was lovely to get some time afterwards for a Q&A and get to meet so many talented filmmakers. Thank you, IHS

    January 2026
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  • Fernando Alle

    I didn't attend but the communication from the organizers was stellar and. After the screening, I got plenty of raves on letterboxd and social media. So, overall, The Independent Horror Society Indie Film Showcase is a thumbs up from me.

    January 2026
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  • Heebie-Jeebies Pictures

    We weren't able to attend, but we really appreciated all of the communication/organization and felt included even though we weren't there in person!

    January 2026
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  • Joe Savage

    Great festival! We loved screening our film 'Itch' at the 2026 Showcase. Lovely organisers, well-run and such a high standard of film. Really enjoyed meeting all the talented filmmakers we screened with!

    January 2026
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