Tier 2
Irish Film Festival London
London, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 4 December 2026
- Entry fee
- from GBP 10
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries
Last verified 30 September 2026
About Irish Film Festival London
The annual Irish Film Festival London, delivered by Irish Film and TV UK (IFTUK), presents the latest Irish film, TV and animation to a London audience in the West End, with its premiere screening at Leicester Square. One of the largest festivals of Irish film in the world outside Ireland.
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
Screening at this BIFA-qualifying festival (Section B) contributes to BIFA eligibility for British features.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
Screening at this BIFA-qualifying festival (Section B) contributes to BIFA eligibility for British short films.
Irish Film Festival London submission FAQ
When is the Irish Film Festival London submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Irish Film Festival London is around 4 December 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Irish Film Festival London?
Submitting to Irish Film Festival London costs from GBP 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Irish Film Festival London require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Irish Film Festival London accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Irish Film Festival London held?
Irish Film Festival London takes place in London, United Kingdom.
Is Irish Film Festival London a scam, or is it legitimate?
Irish Film Festival London is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Irish Film Festival London right for your film?
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