The Science Film Festival is a celebration of science communication in Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America: In cooperation with local partners it promotes science literacy and facilitates awareness of contemporary scientific, technological and environmental issues through international films with accompanying educational activities. The Science Film Festival presents scientific issues accessibly and entertainingly to a broad audience and demonstrates that science can be fun. The event has grown considerably since its first edition in 2005, becoming the largest event of its kind worldwide.
The Science Film Festival 2026 takes place in multiple countries from October 1 to December 20, celebrating the best in international science communication. This year, the festival explores how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping our world while raising critical questions about its ethical, social, and environmental impact.
The call for entries is now open until March 15, 2026. Submit your films using our online application or our FilmFreeway page. Please read our guidelines for detailed information before submission. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this global celebration of science communication!
In 2025, the Science Film Festival presented 123 films from 37 countries in its official selection. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the filmmakers, producers, broadcasters, and distributors who made this possible! The award winners are now announced on our website.
