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48 Hour Film Horror SciFi Project - Toronto
Christopher Cherry
City Producer
Steve Nash
City Producer
Get Set to Make a Movie!
Previous Years
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2026
- 48 Hour Film Horror SciFi Project - Toronto 2026
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2025
- 48 Hour Film Horror Sci-Fi Project - Toronto 2025
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2024
- 48 Hour Film Science Fiction Project - Toronto 2024
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2023
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2022
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2021
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2020
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2019
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2018
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2017
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2016
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2015
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2014
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2013
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2012
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2011
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2010
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2009
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2008
When?
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3 May 2026
Goal?
Make a FILM in 48 hours and attend its PREMIERE SCREENING!!
From Film Weekend Kickoff… to Screening… to Awards…
Gather Teammates – Friends/Colleagues/Family!
Write, shoot and edit a short film based on the genre you draw at The Kickoff and the required character, prop, and line assigned for your city.
Premiere YOUR film!
Celebrate with Awards, including Audience Award.
The winner of Best Film goes to Filmapalooza in March 2027.
Try something new, level up your filmmaking, and join our community.
Sign up your team today! Make a movie!
🎥 The Horror/Sci-Fi Specialty Competition is back—and it’s going to be awesome!
🗓️ Registration is still open, but space is very limited. We’re capping registration at 75 teams, so sign up ASAP to secure your spot. ⏳ Once we’re full, a waiting list will be created. 👻🚀 Filmmaking weekend: May 1–3, 2026
✅ ACTRA Members are welcome to participate!
Please note: ACTRA Toronto requires all participating members to have Accident on Set Insurance and ACTRA members cannot perform stunts. Team Leaders must complete a one-page ACTRA LOU (listing participating ACTRA members) and the ACTRA Toronto logo must be included in your film credits.
We’ve negotiated a great bulk rate with AFBS: $10.80 per ACTRA member, per day of shooting. We’ll send all registered teams the ACTRA LOU and the insurance info, and WE WILL SUBMIT the insurance application—saving you time and money. This is the same simple process used last year. Not using ACTRA performers? You can ignore this section.
🎥 Gear Discount: Need equipment? Vistek is offering 30% off rentals for all participating teams during the filmmaking weekend. Just provide your team name and team leader’s name—they’ll have the list ready. https://www.vistek.ca/rentals
🎭 Awards & Advancement: There are tons of awards up for grabs, and the Best Film will advance to Filmapalooza and if it does well there, Cannes Short Film Corner! 🏆🌎 ✨ This could be your best filmmaking experience of the year—we can’t wait to see what you create!
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KickoffMore detailsFri, May 1, 2026 5:30 PMKickoffFri, May 1, 2026 5:30 PMThe KICK-OFF is in-person, Friday, May 1, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, at the Madison Ave Pub, 14 Madison Ave, Toronto. A maximum of two people per team are allowed in the kick-off room due to space constraints, but additional team members can wait in other parts of the pub. The process takes more than an hour, from signing in to us going over the rules, to doing the genre draws, to providing you with the required elements. You must stay at the kick-off until 7 p.m., as we won’t be giving you the final instructions until just before then.
At the Kick-Off, you’ll draw one Horror sub-genre and one Sci-Fi sub-genre out of a hat. From there, you’ll have 48 hours to create a short film in either genre.
Madison Avenue Pub is located at 14 Madison Avenue, Toronto (a 3 minute walk from the Bloor & Spadina subway station). We'll be in room B2... look for the signs, you'll find us.
Before the kick-off, you need to upload your signed Team Leader's Agreement to https://48hourfilm.com/login Please see below for the upload instructions. This Team Leader’s Agreement, alongside all of the other production documents you’ll need for the filmmaking weekend, can be found at https://www.48hourfilm.com/documents . You will upload the signed Team Leader's Agreement to your account on the 48 Hour Film Project website, www.48hourfilm.com/toronto Login to your account by clicking on "Login" in the top right corner. Your 48 Hour Film "Dashboard" will appear.
ACTRA members are allowed to participate in the Toronto 48 Hour Film Project. We'll email all Team Leaders the ACTRA Letter of Understanding and the ACTRA insurance requirement in google form. Note: ACTRA performers are not allowed to do stunts. You'll upload the agreement with your finished film and the ACTRA logo must also appear in your credits.
Vistek is offering a 30% discount on rentals, at both their Toronto and Mississauga locations, for the filmmaking weekend. If you need any extra gear for your filmmaking weekend, go to Vistek and tell them your Team Name and the Team Leader's name to get the deal... they have a list of all participants.
Please visit https://www.48hourfilm.com/rules to see the official filmmaking and competition rules. Visit https://www.48hourfilm.com/frequently-asked-questions for answers to frequently asked questions.
Remember: No creative work can be done prior to 7pm Friday, May 1st, 2026. (Do not pre-write or shoot anything). All submitted films must be under 2 gigs in size.
Visit the Toronto webpage for more information ( https://48hourfilm.com/toronto/horror_scifi ) about the kick-off, screenings and events.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us by email toronto@48hourfilm.com or by phone (text or call).
Best,
Steve & Christopher
Steve Nash & Christopher CherryDropoffSun, May 3, 2026 1:00 PM🎬 DROP-OFF - All Films are to be submitted online, into your 48HFP DASHBOARD. Start upload by 7:00 PM, Sunday, to avoid last‑minute issues; your checksum must be by 7:30 PM, May 3, 2026, to be considered on-time and eligible for all awards. Films that are late, but received by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, are only eligible for an audience favourite award. If you send us your film on Monday (our last day for late submissions), you will not be eligible for any awards but your film will be screened.
Please let us know if you’ll be submitting your film late, and remember, on average, 15% of teams will be late. CALL US OR TEXT US - JUST LET US KNOW!
In a marathon like this, it’s all about finishing the race…. No matter how long it takes you (within reason). Screening Information can be found on our website.
Please tell your cast & crew & all of your friends about your Premiere Screening… they’ll want to attend, because it’s an awesome time out at the cinema!
📄 Paperwork: must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Sunday, including the Team Roster & Wrap Up Form.
⏱ Total Running Time
• Story 4:00–7:00 (Opening required slates and end credits don’t count)
• End credits: Maximum 60 seconds (bloopers/BTS allowed in credits only)
The official running time begins after the required 48HFP slates and ends prior to the end credits. The required slates and the end credits do not count towards the minimum time of 4 minutes. The film story may not be longer than 7 minutes.
🎬 Slate & Credit Order (exact sequence)
• 5 seconds of black
• 5 seconds title card with: Team Name • Film Title • Genre • City • Date
• 5 seconds title card with: “This film was made for the 48 Hour Film Project 2026. www.48hourfilm.com”
OR the animated bumper (6 seconds).
• 2 seconds black
• YOUR FILM
• End credits (max 60 seconds) must include:
This film was made for the 48 Hour Film Project 2026. www.48hourfilm.com
Templates for these titles and the animated bumper can be found on your Team Dashboard.
🎭 ACTRA teams: Include the ACTRA logo in end credits + upload the ACTRA Letter of Understanding (LOU) to the ACTRA folder in your 48 Dashboard.
💾 Required Media / Export
• File: Under 2 GB
• Format: H.264 in .mp4 (preferred) or .mov
• Video: 1920×1080 • 24 fps (constant) • 16:9 • square pixels • progressive
• Audio Codec: AAC • 48 kHz • Stereo (2.0) (preferred)
• Mix: Dialogue clear, no big volume swings
Tip: We use these settings for the theatre master—match them for the most reliable playback.Premiere ScreeningsMore detailsGroup A: Sat, May 23, 2026 9:30 PMGroup B: Mon, May 25, 2026 6:30 PMGroup C: Tue, May 26, 2026 6:30 PMGroup D: Wed, May 27, 2026 6:30 PMGroup E: Thu, May 28, 2026 6:30 PMPremiere ScreeningsSat, May 23, 2026 9:30 PM2026 Toronto 48 Hour Film Horror Sci-Fi Project: Premiere Screenings 🎬
Experience the excitement of the Toronto 48 Hour Film Project as we bring a thrilling collection of short films to the big screen—all created in just one weekend! Each screening features a dynamic mix of sci-fi and horror sub-genres, from mind-bending futuristic adventures to pulse-pounding terror. With 15 short films per screening and a runtime of approximately 2 hours, there’s something for everyone, making this a must-see event for film lovers!
📍 Venue: All screenings will take place at the historic Revue Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
Doors open 30 minutes before showtime—seating is limited, so we recommend arriving early.
🎟️ Tickets are to be purchased online via EventBrite – The purchase link will be posted here on May 2nd.
Complimentary Tickets for Team Leaders – Each Team Leader will receive two complimentary tickets to their Premiere Screening. Their name, plus one, will be on a guest list at the door.
⚠️ Content Advisory: The films are not rated and may contain content that is not suitable for all audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.
🍻 Post-Screening Celebration at Loons Pub: After each screening, join us at Loons Pub, just a 4-minute walk north of Revue Cinema, to celebrate the films, meet fellow filmmakers, and connect with Toronto’s vibrant film community. Everyone is welcome!📍 Loons Pub: 416 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
🏆 Audience Favorite Award
At the end of each screening, audience members will vote for their top three favorite films. The film with the most votes from each screening will advance to the "Best Of" Screening & Awards Ceremony on June 7th at the Revue Cinema.
Don’t miss this action-packed, spine-tingling showcase of independent filmmaking! See you at Revue Cinema! 🎥🚀👻
Warmest regards,
Steve & Chris
https://48hourfilm.com/toronto/horror_scifi
Awards CeremonyMore detailsSun, Jun 7, 2026 3:00 PMAwards CeremonySun, Jun 7, 2026 3:00 PMJoin Us for the Best of Horror Sci-Fi Screening & Awards Show! 🎬🏆
📅 Date: Saturday, June 7th
📍 Location: Revue Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Doors Open at 2:30 PM)
🎟️ Tickets Available on Eventbrite starting May 29th – Check here for the ticket link
Get ready for an incredible afternoon of filmmaking, celebration, and community at the Best of Horror Sci-Fi Screening & Awards Show! This special event will showcase 15 of the best short films from this year’s Toronto 48 Hour Film Project, followed by our awards ceremony, where we recognize the standout achievements in directing, cinematography, acting, and more.
If you’ve attended one of our Best of Screenings & Awards Shows before, you already know how electric the atmosphere is. If you haven’t—this is your chance to experience it!
Make a Day of It!
Start your afternoon with lunch on Roncesvalles, then head over to the Revue Cinema for an unforgettable screening experience.
Event Schedule:
🔹 Doors Open: 2:30 PM – Arrive early to secure your seat!
🔹 Screening Starts: 3:00 PM sharp – Enjoy 2 hours of sci-fi and horror brilliance.
🔹 Awards Ceremony: Immediately after the screening – A high-energy celebration of this year’s top films and filmmakers.
🔹 After-Party: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Loons Pub (416 Roncesvalles Ave) – Raise a glass, connect with fellow filmmakers, and celebrate the 48HFP community!
🏆 The Awards – Who Will Take Home Top Honors?
Following the screening, our panel of judges—who have meticulously reviewed every submission—will announce the winners of key awards, including:
🎞 Best Film
🎬 Best Director
🎭 Best Performance
🎨 Best Visual Effects
… and more!
The Best Film will receive the honour of being screened at Filmapalooza, where it will compete against top films from around the world. If it excels there, it will go on to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner!
Join Us for an Afternoon of Incredible Films, Recognition, and Fun!
The 48 Hour Film Project is all about community, creativity, and pushing the boundaries of filmmaking. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
See you at the Revue Cinema on June 14th!
Best,
Steve & Christopher
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