It's the most wonderful time of the year with pumpkin spice everything, temperatures dropping under 100 degrees, and the second application deadline for the Film & TV Festival has come and gone. Submissions for the SXSW Film & TV Festival are open now through October 3, so wrap up the color grading and start a final export!
SXSW hosts creators from around the world ready to debut high caliber productions, diverse new stories, and introduce exciting up-and-coming talent. During nine days of festival screenings, registrants gain access inside the Film & TV industry with Conference programming, Red Carpets, Screening Q&A, networking events, and more.
Premiere your feature film, short, TV or XR project in front of press, industry, and enthusiastic audiences at SXSW 2024 from March 8-16 in Austin, TX. From risk-taking documentaries to innovative narratives and prestige TV series to provocative after-dark features, there's a screening category for every project! Polish up those credits and get ready to start exporting.
Not sure if this is the festival to premiere at? Take a look back at SXSW History, the Film & TV Festival Archive and Iconic Moments to discover how Austin, TX was a stop for numerous award-winning films and television series just like yours.
2024 Submissions
Explore screening sections, premiere status and eligibility, and FAQs for a complete look at Film & TV Submissions.
The SXSW Film & TV Festival accepts submissions in the following categories: Feature (Narrative / Documentary), Short (Narrative / Documentary / Animated), Music Video, TV, and XR Experience.
Aug 29 |
Sept 19 |
Final Deadline Oct 3 |
Application Direct Link |
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Feature Film | $110 | Apply Now | ||
Short Film | $75 | Apply Now | ||
TV Project | $75 | Apply Now | ||
XR Experience | $75 | Apply Now | ||
Music Video | $75 | Apply Now |
On Demand Content
Relive nine days of premieres, exclusive interviews, and red carpets with the 2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival Rewind. Plus, rewatch your favorite Keynotes, Featured Sessions, Screening Q&As, and more on our YouTube Channel.