Tier 2
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Last verified 12 June 2026
** Widening participation discounts and waivers are available ** See bottom of page for details Welcome to the Cambridge Film Festival! Founded in 1977, the Cambridge Film Festival (CFF) is the UK’s third-longest-running film festival. As a BAFTA and BIFA-qualifying event, we
BAFTA Short · British Short Film
Accepted into the official programme is sufficient. No win required. British productions only.
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. Online-only screenings do not qualify. British independent film (BFI cultural test). 2026 window: 1 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov 2026.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
In-person official selection is sufficient. No win required. British production. Under 40 minutes.
The main submission deadline for Cambridge Film Festival is around 15 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Cambridge Film Festival costs from GBP 25 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
National premiere required. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.
Yes. Cambridge Film Festival can qualify a film for BAFTA, subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.
Cambridge Film Festival takes place in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
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