The Beverly Hills Film Festival is now accepting submissions for its 27th edition after wrapping a massive 2026 run that drew 58,000 attendees across eight days.

This year’s festival screened 450+ films from over 70 countries, expanded its programming with industry panels and networking events, and took over major LA venues including TCL Chinese Theatres and The Beverly Hilton.

BHFF is calling for features, shorts, docs, animation, and screenplays across all genres. Founder Nino Simone says they’re looking for films that “challenge, inspire, entertain, and move audiences.”

The festival continues to prove its value as a launchpad. Alumni Curry Barker, who screened his short Contemplation at BHFF in 2021, just saw his feature Obsession break out in Hollywood. Other recent BHFF films like I’m Only Blind, Hello Beautiful, Sheep Dog, and Where Sweet Dreams Die have all landed distribution deals or Oscar qualification.

For indie filmmakers looking to connect with the industry, BHFF offers direct access to producers, distributors, and executives in the heart of the entertainment capital. Submissions are open now via FilmFreeway, and early submission is recommended as the festival’s international reach keeps growing.