The Toronto Indie Horror Festival is a DIY film festival started in 2016 to showcase independent horror movies from around the world. After several years of screenings at D-Beatstro, the festival found its home at Eyesore Cinema, located at Dufferin and Bloor in Toronto, Ontario. From local short films to international found footage movies, Toronto Indie Horror Fest strives to bring frightful features to independent film lovers in the GTA.

Rules & Terms

You must own the rights to the work submitted.

All non English films must have English Subtitles.
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  • Brinehouse Productions

    We premiered a DIY body horror film here, and the vibe was very supportive, very chill and very cool. Chris has all the films programmed into small blocks with short films opening for a feature headliner which was a great way to do it! A very responsive crowd, it was awesome to be in the same room as them!

    May 2026
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  • Andrew Gibbs

    Thanks again for screening Manifest! This was my second film over the past few years to be selected, and I'm always excited. It's a festival that I'll continue to send work to. Thanks again guys!

    May 2026
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  • Bruce Novakowski

    Didn’t end up attending the festival myself, but the experience of having my film accepted and the communication along the way was clear, seamless, friendly and delightful. The invitation to have my film screened and to attend the festival was a joy. Very friendly staff and people behind the festival. Love what they’re doing

    April 2026
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  • Sean Kelly

    The festival was a great place to screen my latest DIY short film.

    April 2026
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  • Rui Martins

    It was a pleasure to be part of this year’s Toronto Indie Horror Festival. It was my first hometown festival, and it was wonderful to premiere our film there.
    A big thank you to the entire TIHF team for making the whole experience so enjoyable.

    April 2026
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