GLOBAL SHORTS is a bi-annual Los Angeles-based online international awards competition that recognizes and promotes short films with a runtime of 55 minutes or less. Films are judged by in-house staff and industry professionals. Some of the countries we have received Winning submissions from include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, UK, USA. Past competition Winners have also won or been nominated for: BAFTAs, British Independent Film Awards, Cannes Film Festival Awards, Emmys, Genie Awards, Golden Globes, Saturn Awards.

Winners are announced twice a year. Competition deadlines are March 31st and September 30th of every year.

All submissions will be considered for Best Short Film as well as Awards of Excellence, Merit, Honorable Mention and Special Mention. These placements are our way of honoring Finalists.

***IMPORTANT*** Additional confirmations + notifications regarding your submission will come directly from Global Shorts. Please ensure that e-mails from our Coordinator, jeff@global-shorts.net, are not blocked by your E-mail client.

Awards & Prizes

Our Best Short Film winner will receive our Custom Global Shorts statuette, manufactured by the same company that manufactures the Emmy and Golden Globe! All Winners will also receive Winner laurels, IMDb Awards credit, and an indefinite Winner listing on the Global Shorts website. For updates, please consider subscribing to our newsletter or following us on social media.

Rules & Terms

• Submissions must be 55 minutes or less (including end credits).

• Submissions in other than English must be submitted in subtitled in English.

• The primary Best Short Film category (required) is $60USD. Additional subcategories (Best Actor, Actress, Director, etc) are $40USD.

• Please provide an online link to your film and be sure to include the password on our submission form if applicable. DVDs and other physical media are not accepted.
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  • Diane Thomassin

    Many thanks for the privilege of winning Best Web Series for My Favorite Narcissist. It truly is an honor.

    May 2024
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  • Miki Holiday

    Thank you for awarding our documentary "Direct & Reflect" and allowing us to be a part of an awesome festival!

    May 2024
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  • Marjoe Aguiling

    We are thrilled to express our deepest gratitude for the honor of “Kill Two Birds” receiving Best Trailer. Participating in Global Shorts has been an unforgettable experience, and this award is a testament to the hard work and dedication put forth by our incredible team. Thank you to the festival organizers for fostering a space where filmmakers can share their creativity. Thank you again for recognizing my work and providing a platform to showcase my trailer, I look forward to participating in future events!

    May 2024
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  • Darren Mark Douglas

    Fantastic festival, always exploring the cinematic unknown. With a clear aim of showcasing and awarding films with merit, I couldn't recommend this festival enough! Bravo to the team!

    April 2024
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  • Stephen Bushnik

    Global Shorts, thank you for honouring my short film
    "The Donut Mob" as Finalist & Honourable Mention Award, among such talented filmmakers & films. Incredibly grateful for your recognition and appreciation of my short. Sincerest thanks, Stephen Bushnik

    April 2024
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