Since 2022, Oxford Script festival awarded over 100 authors, helping them gain exposure in the screenwriting industry through our promotions on our website and social media. We celebrate ideas, talent, and narrative structure.
The script is at the heart of every project. Our goal is to promote and recognize emerging screenwriting talent from around the world. Our festival unites a diverse array of writers, industry professionals, and audiences to celebrate the art of storytelling and screenwriting.

We are a festival with 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐑𝐚𝐧 πŸ—πŸŽ 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐒𝐭𝐒𝐯𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐒𝐞𝐰𝐬... ✍️
β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… "It was an honor to be a part of this Festival. Great communication, great feedback, and overall vibe! One of the best festivals I've done this year. Two thumbs up for the Oxford Script Awards!" - by Patrick Norman
β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… "The Festival seems to be well organized, communication was good, and the Festival provides networking possibilities intended to help screenwriters move forward. Thank you." - by Sally Stubbs

Our jury is composed of renowned screenwriters, producers, and directors who have achieved remarkable recognition in the industry, like Robert Simpson who was a semifinalist in prestigious competition the Academy Nichols Fellowships and Austin Film Festival (quaterfinalist). The rest of our team was proudly part of another international competitions like Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest, and Script Pipeline Screenwriting Competition. Each screenplay will be properly reviewed by our clear-sighted jury according to appropriate requirements of an expert analysis.

We are truly honored to have received submissions from such remarkable talents at our festival. Among our notable past submitters, Markus Meedt, a member of the BAFTA Crew, has captivated audiences with his award-winning films featured at festivals such as Aesthetica and Austin. Melanie Abrams Fierstein's acclaimed feature, Sunrise, won the Hollywood Screenplay Contest and was a semifinalist at the Austin Film Festival. Kevin J. Howard has collected over 450 film festival awards worldwide and has been a finalist in major competitions, including the Academy Awards and BAFTA, highlighting the exceptional quality of submissions we receive. Additionally, both Scott D Cox and Bryan Regan have been recognized as semifinalists in the prestigious Academy Nicholl Fellowship. We are deeply grateful to these talented screenwriters for choosing our festival to showcase their work, enriching and inspiring our audiences around the world.

We believe that the power of storytelling has the ability to inspire, educate, and connect us all. Join us in celebrating the art of screenwriting at the Oxford Script Awards.

Awards & Prizes

🌟 π’π‚π‘πˆππ“ 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃 🌟

πŸŽ‰ This award celebrates the script that stands out for its exceptional storytelling, creativity, and cinematic vision, elevating it to the highest honor in our screenwriting competition.

πŸ’° You'll receive πŸ’πŸŽπŸŽ 𝐔𝐒𝐃 in prizes, including:

πŸ“£ 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐒𝐨𝐧𝐚π₯ π’πžπ«π―π’πœπž: Get ready for some serious exposure! Your work will be promoted across our social media channels and website, reaching a wide audience. Plus, you'll have the chance to share insights about your journey and career in an Interview.

πŸ“ But wait, there's more! Your script will undergo an extra layer of evaluation with a professional review from a renowned screenwriter. Get ready for some invaluable feedback!

The Script Star Award will be awarded to the annual winner from following main categories:

Best SHORT Screenplay
Best FEATURE Screenplay
Best Television Script
First time writer (feature screenplay)
️First time writer (short screenplay)

Rules & Terms

1) Judges, as well as members of our team and other sponsors are not eligible to enter the competition, nor are their affiliates or immediate family members.

2) All scripts must be submitted in English.

3) Once a script has been entered into competition, we will not accept substitutions or revised drafts. If you wish to submit a revised draft of your script, you must enter it as a new submission.

4) All writers’ names should be listed in the online entry form, β€œwritten by” credits are optional on the script/pilot file itself. By submitting online to the Oxford Script Awards, entrant warrants that all writers have authorized the submission. If a screenplay is written by multiple authors, all cash and awards will be remitted to the entrant of record, with all proceeds to be divided at the writers’ discretion.

5) We accept screenplays only in one of the following formats: .PDF, Final Draft, Movie Magic Screenwriter, Microsoft Word, Rich Text Format, or Text.

6) Entries will not be returned. Be sure to retain a copy of all material submitted.

7) Entrants of Oxford Script Awards retain all rights to their screenplays.

8) Entries must be received by the applicable Entry Deadline.

9) Oxford Script Awards will not share your screenplay with anyone except the official judges of the competition without prior permission.

10) By entering the Oxford Script Awards, you represent that your entry is your original work, and does not infringe on the copyright or other rights of other people or legal entities.

11) Entry fees are non-refundable.

12) Entrants can include author and/or contact information on their entry’s cover page at their own discretion, but it is not required.

13) The decisions of the judges are final.

14) Our festival reserves the rights to change, cancel or re-schedule the dates, awards & categories. All submitters will be informed about any changes through email and our online platforms. Competition staff reserves the right to substitute any advertised prize for another prize of similar value.

15) By submitting to this festival, you agree to our terms and conditions and to receiving marketing newsletters and discounts about film or screenplay festivals in the form of emails. We will never sell your information to third parties.

16) The festival authorities have rights to use freely available photos, promotional material and information about our submitters and these materials can be used for educational, promotional or commercial purposes.

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Please make sure that you have read and understand all the rules and terms before submitting your screenplay to the Oxford Script Awards. Submitting your screenplay to the festival means that you have agreed to abide by all the rules and terms. 
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  • Ilham Rahimov

    Many thanks for appreciation of my work β€œMidnight of The Shah” as Best Asian Screenplay! I will cherish it all my life!

    April 2024
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  • Joe Leone

    Thank you for the recognition of short screenplay (DO UNTO OTHERS). It is much appreciated! πŸ‘πŸ»πŸŽ‰

    January 2024
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  • Toby Smith

    Can't speak to the hospitality and networking opportunities, as I have not yet been in attendance, though I can say that they will provide notifications on-time and, having many submissions that don't get notified on-time, that's a relief.

    January 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for your feedback! We strive to ensure timely notifications and appreciate your acknowledgment. If you have any further thoughts or suggestions, feel free to share. We value your input and are committed to enhancing the overall experience for our participants.

  • J.B. Dunn

    I'm thrilled and humbled by 'Gunner Wolf's' recognition at the Oxford Script Awards. This project was a labor of love, reflecting the rich diversity of LGBTQ stories. A huge thank you to the Oxford team and everyone who believed in this screenplay. Your support means the world to me. I look forward to next time!

    January 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to celebrate the success of "Gunner Wolf" and appreciate your recognition of our team's support. It was a pleasure to recognize the rich diversity of LGBTQ stories through your screenplay. Congratulations, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

  • Yvonne Lucrezia Condrau

    Thank you so much to the Oxford Script Awards Team for selecting my project "A Scottish Gem" as an Official Selection for the category of "First-time Writer Feature Screenplay."

    January 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Congratulations on being selected as an Official Selection for "A Scottish Gem" in the category of "First-time Writer Feature Screenplay"! We appreciate your gratitude and are thrilled to have your project as part of our event. Best wishes, and we look forward to your continued success!