Submissions

Imagine is the festival for fantastic film in the Netherlands. Now in its 42nd year, Imagine presents the best in fantasy, science fiction, horror, anime, martial arts and cult. Imagine Fantastic Film Festival 2026 takes place from 29 October – 9 November 2026.

Our call for entries can be found at FilmFreeway. Apply through the button below, before 18 June / 30 July (shorts) or 14 August (features). We’re looking forward to showing your work!

Rules & terms

Features

• Production years 2025 or 2026
• Minimum length 60 minutes
• Deadline for submission: 14 August 2026
• Rough cuts and works in progress are accepted

Short films

• Production years 2025 or 2026
• Maximum length 59 minutes
• Deadline for submission: 18 June (regular ) and 30 July (late) 2026
• Rough cuts and works in progress are accepted

All films

• Screeners have to be in the English or Dutch language or need to be submitted with English or Dutch subtitles.
• Not eligible are films that have screened or will be screened prior to Imagine in other festivals in the Netherlands, films that have been broadcast or will be broadcast before the end of this year’s festival, and films that are publicly available online.
• The festival has the sole right of selection and in no way can submission provide any right of selection. Decisions by the event organizers are final.
• Submission fees are non-refundable.