The Yellowstone Film Festival will be hosted by Big Horn Cinemas in Cody, Wyoming and is open to submissions from around the world.

Located just 52 miles from the East entrance of Yellowstone National Park and home to a vast array of creatives, Cody was founded in 1896 by Colonel William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody who was known the world over for his Wild West Show.

Over a century after Cody's death, our mission is to showcase films we believe are pivotal in the current storytelling renaissance and host workshops to further educate seasoned filmmakers as well as introduce newcomers to the craft. Never before in history has the art of filmmaking been so accessible to the masses!

Awards & Prizes

A custom buckle created by Montana Silversmiths will be awarded to the 2025 Best Picture winner!

Rules & Terms

1. Submissions must have been completed in 2023 or later.

2. Filmmakers must have legal rights required to submit a project. We do not take responsibility for any violations of copyright.

3. Films must meet runtime specifications for chosen category.

4. Films, except for music videos, that have at any time been made available online for public distribution are ineligible for submission.

5. Subtitles are required for non-english dialogue.

6. Films may be delivered in mp4 or .mov format however, all films featured in the YFF will be screened in DCP (digital cinema package). If you don’t have a DCP, our team will create one for free at your request.

7. We do not offer screening fees.

8. Films submitted under the category of “Local Project” must have been primarily shot in Montana and/or Idaho and/or Wyoming. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
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  • Mahdi Barqzadegan

    It is a great festival. I hope icon participate at this festival again.

    April 2025
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  • Serch Ssiruela

    Muchas felicidades al festival. Increíble.

    April 2025
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  • AndrewTravels None

    This was the first film festival I ever attended as a selected filmmaker. The selection of films was outstanding, and the film festival had a very boutique charm. I felt very privileged to be included!

    March 2025
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  • Troy Kirby

    The organizer did a great job keeping us informed and engaging with us the entire way.

    March 2025
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