Tier 3
Southampton Film festival
Southampton, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 9 October 2026
- Entry fee
- from GBP 15
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation, Music videos
Last verified 29 September 2026
About Southampton Film festival
Southampton Film Week, now in its 19th year, is a festival at the heart of the South of England's developing production hub. The festival is focused on creating opportunities for filmmakers through its programme of networking, workshops and masterclasses and in providing
Southampton Film festival submission FAQ
When is the Southampton Film festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Southampton Film festival is around 9 October 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Southampton Film festival?
Submitting to Southampton Film festival costs from GBP 15 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Southampton Film festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Southampton Film festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Southampton Film festival held?
Southampton Film festival takes place in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Is Southampton Film festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Southampton Film festival 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. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Southampton Film festival right for your film?
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