Film submissions

Submissions for the 2025 edition

Submissions to the 74th IFFMH (6 - 16 Nov 2025) are possible from May 2 through July 15, 2025. During the submission period, you will find the link to the online submission form at the bottom of this page.

We’re looking for:

  • first and second fictional feature films intended for theatrical release (documentaries cannot be submitted)
  • with a runtime of at least 61 minutes (short films cannot be submitted)
  • that have not yet been shown publicly in Germany
  • whose world premiere has not yet taken place or has taken place after 15 September 2024
  • that have never been submitted to the IFFMH (re-submissions are not possible)

Deadlines and Fees

Submissions will be accepted from May 2, 2025 at 10:00 CET through July 15, 2025 at 23:59 CET.

From May 2 through June 15, the submission fee is €25 (+7% VAT)
From June 16 through July 15, the submission fee is €40 (+7% VAT).

Contact:

Philipp SchwarzProgramming & AcquisitionsT+49 621 - 489 262-33Eprogramm[at]iffmh.deEmail