Tier 2
Philadelphia, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Philadelphia Film Festival is an annual 11-day event featuring Philadelphia premieres of international, domestic, and local films, as well as retrospective tributes, Q&As, and parties.
The main submission deadline for Philadelphia Film Festival is around 12 August 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Philadelphia Film Festival costs from USD 30 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Philadelphia Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Philadelphia Film Festival takes place in Philadelphia, United States.
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