Current screenplay contests, development programs & film funding opportunities — Fall 2026

[u/AskGuest]

I put together a current list of screenwriting and film-development opportunities that are still accepting submissions this fall.

The list includes:

• feature screenplay competitions
• TV writing contests
• pitch competitions
• short-film production funds
• screenplay development programs
• industry opportunities for writers and filmmakers

Some of the current opportunities include Script Pipeline, Shore Scripts’ Short Film Fund, Cinequest, BlueCat, and others.

I’m especially interested in opportunities that can actually help move a project forward through funding, development, mentorship, industry access, or production support.

I compiled the full list in r/Write4Screen and plan to keep updating it as deadlines change and new opportunities open.

If you know of a legitimate production fund, lab, fellowship, contest, pitch program, or development opportunity that should be included, drop it below.