OCTOBER 2025
Epic Theatres at Lee Vista
Orlando, FL

FREAK SHOW Horror film festival

2025
Screenplay
Competition

We challenge screenwriters to bring something new and exciting to the horror genre! Think different!

Submission Details

We are looking for short form screenplays that are no longer than 30 pages. Scripts must be Un-Produced and must be in the Horror/Sci-Fi genre.

Format

The script must be in standard screenplay format. Please make sure you’ve spell checked the entire screenplay. 

WOW us

We’re looking for scripts that can bring something new to the horror genre. Let your imagination run wild!

FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival Orlando, Florida

FREAK SHOW Horror film festival 

Accepted
Screenplays

Free passes

Accepted screenplay writers receive 2 VIP Weekend Passes. Additional passes can be purchased at a 50% discount. *Unfortunately, the Festival does not provide room, board or travel for Screenwriters.

Competition

Accepted screenplays will be in completion to win the FREAKY AWARD for BEST SHORT SCREENPLAY. All accepted screenplays for competition will be listed on the FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival Website.

FREAKY AWARD

The BEST SHORT SCREENPLAY winner will receive the FREAKY AWARD during the Awards Ceremony at the festival in October. If the screenwriter is unable to attend the ceremony, the award will be mailed to the screenwriter. Winners will also be listed on the FREAK SHOW website.

THE FINE PRINT

BY SUBMITTING THE MATERIAL, I/WE HEREBY AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND DEFEND THE FESTIVAL, ITS EMPLOYEES, DIRECTORS, REPRESENTATIVES, AND AFFILIATES FROM ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, AND DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE SUBMISSION AND FROM ANY FEES AND EXPENSES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO REASONABLE ATTORNEYS’ FEES, THAT ANY OF THEM MAY INCUR IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. SUBMITTING ALSO GRANTS US RIGHTS TO USE MATERIAL FOR ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION PURPOSE ONLY.

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