At IndieScripts, we are passionate about the art of storytelling and the power of the written word. Founded to support and promote independent filmmakers and writers, our competition seeks to elevate original scripts that challenge conventions and push boundaries. We prioritize inclusivity and diversity, welcoming submissions across all genres and formats.

Our dedicated panel of industry professionals reviews each entry, providing valuable feedback and recognition for outstanding work. With a commitment to nurturing creativity, IndieScripts aims to connect writers with opportunities that can propel their careers forward. Whether you are an established screenwriter or just starting out, IndieScripts is your gateway to the world of independent film. Let's craft the future of cinema together!

Best Original Screenplay
Award the most innovative and unique original screenplay, and award the screenwriter who has made outstanding contribution to the story and character creation.
Writers Guild of Award for Best Adapted Screenplay
The most successful screenwriters to adapt other media works or real events into screenplays will be selected, focusing on the understanding and re-creation of the original material.
Best Independent Spirit Award
The award shows the spirit and artistic style of the independent film script, emphasizing the creator's personality and unique perspective.
Best New Screenplay
First-time entrants or first-time presenters are rewarded for their fresh and promising creativity.
Best Drama script
The best plays of the genre are chosen for their emotional depth and quality of dialogue.
Best Comedy Script
Focus on the best type of comedy and reward it for its sense of humor and the accuracy of its punchlines.
Best Thriller/Mystery Screenplay
Rewards are the screenplays that create the most tension and suspense, demonstrating the writer's ability to move the plot forward and control the atmosphere.
Best Science Fiction/Fantasy Screenplay
The best sci-fi or fantasy screenplays are selected for their innovative representation of futuristic or supernatural elements.
Best Animated Screenplay
Special award animation type script, whether traditional hand-drawn or digital animation, pay attention to its visual creativity and plot design.
Best Historical/Epic Screenplay
Award the best historical or epic type of play, showing the author's deep understanding of historical events and characters and performance.
Best Short Film Script
Focus on the best short film script, pay attention to show the full story structure and emotional impact within a limited space.
Best Experimental Screenplay
Experimental screenplays are selected to reward creativity in exploring artistic, cultural or psychological issues through unconventional structures and narrative approaches.
Best Environmental/social drama
Awards best reflect environmental issues, social issues or human concerns of the script, call on the audience to pay attention to and reflect on practical issues.
Best Family/teen drama
A script that rewards family or adolescent audiences and focuses on the exploration and expression of growth, family relationships, or friendship.
Best psychological drama
The screenplays that best explore human emotions and mental states show the author's keen insight into and ability to express the inner world of the characters.

Originality: all submitted screenplays must be original works not published, published or filmed on any platform. Participants shall ensure that their works do not infringe any third-party copyright, patent or other intellectual property rights.
Genre and length: accept screenplays of all genres, including but not limited to drama, comedy, sci-fi, horror, documentary, etc. . The script should be between 30 and 120 pages long (in an industry-standard format) .