Urbanworld Film Festival

New York, USA · FilmFreeway

No premiere requirement Shorts & Features NarrativeDocumentaryAnimationComedyDrama

Founded in 1997, one of New York's largest multicultural film festivals. Focuses on films by and about people of color, LGBTQ+ communities, and other underrepresented groups. Held at AMC Empire 25 in Times Square. Academy Award qualifying. Strong industry connections with major studios. Also features a digital and script competition.

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Deadlines & Fees

earlybird deadline · passed

Sun, February 15, 2026

Shorts 18 / Features 30 USD

regular deadline · passed

Wed, April 15, 2026

Shorts 30 / Features 50 USD

late deadline · passed

Mon, June 15, 2026

Shorts 38 / Features 70 USD

The Facts

Festival dates

Wed, September 23, 2026 – Sun, September 27, 2026

Notification

Expected by Sat, August 1, 2026

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