The Short Film Show — The Home of Short Films
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Welcome to The Short Film Show, a global platform dedicated to celebrating and showcasing short films. After two successful television seasons and streaming on Amazon Prime, we’ve grown into a fully-fledged digital ecosystem for filmmakers and audiences alike.

Our mission is simple: to give short films the home they deserve, not buried on social media, not lost in algorithms, but curated, celebrated, and shared with a worldwide audience that loves short film.

Submit Direct First (Cheaper + Open All Year)
We accept submissions year-round.
Recommended (lowest cost): Submit directly via our platform

👉 TheShortFilmShow.com (discounted filmmaker rate, always open)👈

You can still submit here on FilmFreeway if you prefer, but direct submission helps us keep fees lower for filmmakers and streamlines onboarding.

A dedicated on-demand platform featuring hundreds of curated shorts
A 24/7 linear channel streaming worldwide
A growing community hub connecting filmmakers, festivals, and audiences
Backed by our Filmmaker Impact Fund, which pays revenue shares directly to filmmakers
Selected films can appear across The Short Film Show platform, our TV channel, and social features.

Your film may be
Featured on our on-demand streaming service (and mobile app)
Broadcast on our global 24/7 channel
Promoted across our social media and newsletters
By joining The Short Film Show, you’ll
Be part of an established, trusted brand in short film curation
Reach audiences across TV, web, mobile, and smart devices
Earn potential revenue through our Filmmaker Impact Fund
Receive social and editorial promotion opportunities

Join a growing network of creators and industry professionals
Follow our latest releases + filmmaker features
TikTok: @theshortfilmshow
Instagram: @the_short_film_show
X (Twitter): @Shortfilmshow

Short films are at the heart of innovation in cinema. At The Short Film Show, we’re building the platform that celebrates that creativity — giving filmmakers visibility, recognition, and fair reward for their work.

👉 Cheapest route (recommended): submit direct at TheShortFilmShow.com (open year-round)

👉 Or submit here on FilmFreeway if you prefer.

Rules & Terms

Rules & Terms

Film Submission Terms and Conditions
Welcome to The Short Film Show, where we celebrate and showcase outstanding short films from around the world. Before submitting your film, please take a moment to review the following key terms and conditions.

Ownership and Rights

You must own, or have obtained, all necessary rights to your film. This includes securing permissions and licences for all third-party materials such as music, artwork, and performances to allow worldwide distribution across all formats.
Liability.

By submitting your film, you agree to indemnify The Short Film Show against any claims, losses, or legal issues arising from copyright infringement or other disputes connected to your content.

Duration Limit
Films must not exceed 45 minutes in total runtime. Longer works may be considered for special features or future programming at our discretion.

Submission Options
Filmmakers have the flexibility to:
Submit via FilmFreeway – ideal for those already managing festival submissions there, or
Submit directly through TheShortFilmShow.com for a discounted rate available all year round.

You may submit your work as non-exclusive or exclusive:
Non-exclusive submissions allow your film to appear across our platforms and promotional materials without additional payment.
Exclusive submissions may receive priority placement and enhanced visibility across our platform, channel, and social media network.

Selection and Use
Submission does not guarantee inclusion. Selected films may appear on our:
On-demand streaming platform
24/7 linear channel

Promotional and editorial features
All placements are at the sole discretion of The Short Film Show team.
Onboarding and Accounts
If your film is shortlisted, you will receive full onboarding instructions and may be granted a free filmmaker account on our platform to manage your listing, profile, and payments through the Filmmaker Impact Fund.

Data and Privacy
By submitting, you agree to The Short Film Show’s Privacy Policy and consent to the secure storage and processing of your submission data for the purpose of review and communication.
You can view the latest policy and terms at help.theshortfilmshow.com.

Revisions and Updates
These terms may be updated periodically. Please review the most recent version before submitting to ensure you understand current guidelines.
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  • Lucas Racasse

    It is a true honor to have our film’s post-production recognized. This recognition reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s technically possible, even with very limited financial resources. Thank you!

    May 2026
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  • Paria Taziki

    I had a good experience, thank you✨❤️

    April 2026
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  • Philippe Philippe

    The short film isvery good thank you

    April 2026
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  • Rachel Wintemberg

    We’ve been buying episodes on Amazon Prime and my husband and I are now hooked! A great way to explore filmmakers and stories we might never have been exposed to. Bravo!

    April 2026
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  • Brian T Shirley

    Great experience dealing with these folks. Glad to have "The Mark" & "Bengleton:Out of this World" as part of this showcase!!

    April 2026
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