Moscow International Children’s Film Festival invites children, teenagers, youth, parents and teachers to get acquainted with the best professional films for children, teenagers and youth and films made by amateur filmmakers, students, children and teenagers (under 18.

The film festival presents to the public the best films from all over the world made by adults for a children’s audience, as well as films made by children and teenagers from different cities and countries, trying themselves as producers, screenwriters, actors, directors, animators.

The extensive program of the Moscow International Children’s Film Festival is designed for children (6+), teenagers planning to go to the film and art schools, their parents and teachers.

The film festival brings together filmmakers making films for children with young filmmakers who make their first steps at film and video creation. Our goal is to inspire and support young filmmakers, and give wide audiences the opportunity to get acquainted with modern films for children and teenagers.

The Moscow International Children’s Film Festival is a large-scale festive event with an extensive and vibrant program of films on the big screen for children and teenagers, as well as parents, a series of meetings with directors and master classes from leading film experts representing various film schools.

All best films that were selected for the screening, will be shown on the big screen during the solemn final ceremony on March 18 - 21, 2027 in Moscow, Russia and will be able to struggle for the main prize and the title of the “Best film”. As well as for the prizes in the standalone nominations.

Awards & Prizes

Our jury selects the winners of each category:

Categories for professional filmmakers

The Grand Prix

Professional Feature Film

Feature Film Screenplay

Professional Narrative Short Film

Narrative Short Film Screenplay

Professional Student Short Film

Professional Feature Documentary

Professional Short Documentary

Professional Feature Animated Film

Professional Short Animated Film

Professional TV Pilot / Web Series

Professional Ai-generated film

Professional Music Video

Best Professional Director

Best Professional Cinematography

Best Professional Screenwriter

Categories for students, amateur filmmakers and children

Narrative Short Film

Animation/Stop Motion Short Film

Documentary Short Film

Web Series

Ai-generated film

Best Director

Best Cinematography

The winners are awarded with diplomas and prizes from the organizers, sponsors and partners of the film festival.

Rules & Terms

Please read these rules & regulations for submission very carefully PRIOR to submitting your film for consideration. By submitting your film to MICFF, you acknowledge that you have read and understand these conditions.

1. All films must be suitable for an audience of up to 18 years old.

2. All entries must be in English or Russian (official languages of festival) or – SUBTITLED, DUBBED, regardless of the country of production, unless special arrangements have been made with festival.

3. We accept films only from authors or their authorized representatives who have the written permission from the author. All video, soundtrack, texts and music used in the film should not violate the copyright law. You may be asked to supply documentation supporting your claim. Violation of copyright is a sufficient justification for exclusion of the film from participation in the festival.

4. Multiple entries are permissible, but each entry must be accompanied by a separate Entry and fee. – There is no limit as to how many films you can submit. However, each film can only be submitted once in one single category. If your film is suiting in more than one category, then please choose the one you find most suiting.

5. There are no premiere requirements. Your film may have screened before.

6. Films that have distribution are still eligible for submission.

7. Films that have been broadcast on television, and/or are available to view in full online, are still eligible for submission.

8. All documentary, animation, fiction films, created by professionals and enthusiasts not earlier than January 1, 2018 are welcome to participate in the contest.

9. Submissions will not be returned. All fees are nonrefundable.

10. Submitting is not a guarantee of being programmed. Our jury screens the films PRIVATELY (meaning: it’s not a public screening!). Only officially selected films we’ll screen at our annual event.

11. No inquiries or arguments will be entertained regarding non selected films. The decision off festival selection committee will be final.
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  • Anne Trenning

    It is wonderful to know that regardless of oceans or borders that all of humanity wants what is best for their children and younger minds. Thank you for the honor of participating in your outreach of goodwill. Together we can reach others with a message of peaceful coexistence and love. We are grateful for this recognition.

    March 2026
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  • Filmes que voam Produção

    It is an honor for us to have participated and received an award from the Moscow International Children's Film Festival, since Russian film culture has always been an inspiration for world cinema. And here in Brazil, we seek precisely this reference of broader perspectives on cinema, not only as a product, but as art and a form of relationship that unites people and allows us to think about the world and life on our planet.

    March 2026
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  • Sonic Neuron

    We were delighted to participate in the Moscow International Children’s Film Festival in the Best Music Video category. The team was highly professional in their communication, adhered to excellent quality standards throughout the process, and was an absolute pleasure to work with. Their efficiency and dedication made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended!

    March 2026
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  • Rebekah Louisa Smith

    LOVE this Festival - the communication and organisation were 5 star and thank you so much for celebrating our film EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY. The win for Best Short Animation was the icing on the cake. Highly recommended

    March 2026
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  • Etienne Jaxel-Truer

    I am so happy to have been a finalist for the Square Symphony!!! Thank you for your attention and your sensitivity to music and childhood!

    May 2025
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