Orlando, FL – August 23, 2025 – The FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival, one of the longest-running festivals dedicated exclusively to the horror genre, is celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2025. Filmmakers and screenwriters are invited to submit their work before the Final Deadline of September 15, 2025.
Founded in 2005, the FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival has built a reputation as a showcase for independent horror cinema from around the world. Over the past two decades, it has provided a platform for emerging and established filmmakers alike, giving horror fans a front-row seat to some of the genre’s most terrifying and innovative films.
This year’s festival is set to be a landmark celebration of horror, featuring a lineup of chilling premieres, filmmaker Q&As, and special anniversary events.
The festival is currently accepting submissions in the following categories:
- Horror Features
- Horror Shorts
- Short Horror Screenplays
“This is not just another year—it’s the 20th year of FREAK SHOW,” said Festival Director Robert Massetti. “We’re proud to have supported horror filmmakers for two decades, and we’re excited to see the next wave of stories that will terrify audiences. The final deadline is fast approaching, so don’t miss your chance to be part of horror history.”
Final Deadline for Submissions: September 15, 2025
Filmmakers and writers can submit their projects via these links FILMS – SCREENPLAYS
For more information about the FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival, visit FREAKSHOWFILMFEST.COM
ABOUT THE FREAK SHOW HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
The FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival is an annual celebration of independent horror cinema, founded in 2005 in Orlando, Florida. Dedicated to showcasing the best and boldest voices in horror, the festival has become a launching pad for filmmakers worldwide. 2025 marks its 20th year of fear, cementing its legacy as one of the premier horror festivals in the world.
