Manhattan Short Film Festival 2026

The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival’s 29th Annual Short Film Festival invites audiences worldwide to be the judges in determining winners for Best Film and Best Actor awards. Taking place in over 500 venues across six continents between September 24 and October 4, 2026, Manhattan Short is the only event of its kind. The Ten Finalists will screen simultaneously across the world during this one-week period, with the winning films determined by ballots cast by audiences in each participating venue. By virtue of their selection by Manhattan Short, each short film is automatically Oscar-qualified. The schedule of screenings at AOA will be announced soon!Tickets available soon!The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival’s 29th Annual Short Film Festival invites audiences worldwide to be the judges in determining winners for Best Film and Best Actor awards. Taking place in over 500 venues across six continents between September 24 and October 4, 2026, Manhattan Short is the only event of its kind. The Ten Finalists will screen simultaneously across the world during this one-week period, with the winning films determined by ballots cast by audiences in each participating venue. By virtue of their selection by Manhattan Short, each short film is automatically Oscar-qualified. The schedule of screenings at AOA will be announced soon!Tickets available soon!Show More