Submitting a film to the 42nd Warsaw International Film Festival

About the Open Call

The 42nd Warsaw International Film Festival invites film submissions. Selection criteria include films with a first public screening on or after January 1, 2026, which have not been distributed in Poland or previously broadcast on Polish television or available online. World, international, and European premieres are prioritized for competition sections. Post-production works are accepted for selection.

What is Offered

Selection for the 42nd Warsaw International Film Festival screening program.

Requirements

Films must have their first public showing after January 1, 2026. Must not have been distributed, screened, or broadcast in Poland previously. Detailed requirements provided in the festival regulations.

How to Apply

Register for a company account on the official festival website, log in to the user panel, and complete the film submission form. Pay the entry fee through the Przelewy24 system. Submissions are also accepted via FilmFreeway and Festhome.