HollyShorts Film Festival 2026: results
Applications closed 3 Apr 2026
United States
United StatesThe organiser announced 45 selected artists.
Free: every name, the awards and works, the organiser’s announcement — and the results of every other call.
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Who got in
The organiser has announced who was selected. Names are free with sign-in.
- 45selected artists
Free with sign-in: all 45 names, awards and works, the organiser’s announcement
Sign in free to see allAbout the open call
Award
Not specified
Application fee
Not specified (tiered entry fees implied by deadlines)
The programme
- About the programme
- An Oscar-qualifying event, HollyShorts is highly regarded by industry professionals and acquisition executives, making it a primary gateway for short filmmakers seeking Hollywood representation and distribution.
- What the call offered
- High industry visibility, Oscar-qualifying status. Acts as a critical market accelerator, offering direct exposure to talent agents, distributors, and producers.
- Who could apply
- Short films across all genres.
- Ceremony
- HollyShorts wrapped on 23 August 2026.
How it went
- Applications closed3 Apr 2026
- Results announced
Free: every name, the awards and works, the organiser’s announcement — and the results of every other call.