Tier 3
The Shortest Nights
London, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 13 June 2027
- Entry fee
- from GBP 8
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental
Last verified 29 September 2026
About The Shortest Nights
As a BIFA-qualifying festival, we pride ourselves on curating exciting, entertaining, high-quality programmes celebrating the best in BRITISH SHORT FILM. Now in our 12th year, we’ve grown our reputation for programming brilliant events for filmmakers and film-fans alike. We are
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BIFA Short · British Independent Film Awards — Best British Short Film
Auto-added from official BIFA Short qualifying list (2026). Verify against current regulations.
The Shortest Nights submission FAQ
When is the The Shortest Nights submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for The Shortest Nights is around 13 June 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to The Shortest Nights?
Submitting to The Shortest Nights costs from GBP 8 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does The Shortest Nights require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. The Shortest Nights accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is The Shortest Nights held?
The Shortest Nights takes place in London, United Kingdom.
Is The Shortest Nights a scam, or is it legitimate?
The Shortest Nights 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 The Shortest Nights right for your film?
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