EARL’S COURT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2026
14th to 21st of November
THE EARL’S COURT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2026
14th to 21st of November
2026 FESTIVAL – 12th Edition
Following the record-breaking success of our 2025 milestone edition, we are thrilled to officially welcome you to the twelfth Earl’s Court International Film Festival. As we look toward ECIFF 2026, our mission remains focused on expanding our global footprint while staying deeply rooted in our vibrant London community.
We are dedicated to discovering the next generation of storytellers and providing an even more robust platform for independent cinema. The journey has already begun, with our delegation heading to the Cannes Film Festival this May to build international partnerships. We are also proud to continue our humanitarian advocacy through our partnership with the British Refugee Council.
Submissions are now officially open for short films, music videos and scores and documentaries, leading up to our festival dates of November 14th–21st, 2026.
From special summer screenings, to our grand November gala, we invite you to join us for our most ambitious year of short film ever.
FESTIVAL GALA NIGHT
A wonderful evening, the ECIFF 2025 Gala was held in the stunning St Cuthbert’s in Earl’s Court on Friday 21th of November.
SUPPORTING THE REFUGEE COUNCIL IN 2026
This year, Earl’s Court International Film Festival is proud to support the British Refugee Council, a leading charity working with refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK. Founded in 1951 following the creation of the UN Refugee Convention, the Refugee Council exists to support and empower people who have fled conflict, violence and persecution in order to rebuild their lives here in the UK.
The organiation provides crisis advice, mental health counselling, employment programmes and other practical support to help people settle and integrate into their new community, and it works with refugees and partners to fight for improvements to the refugee protection system.
GLOBALLY UNIQUE FILM FESTIVAL
Working with our partner entity, Film Earl’s Court, we fund, co-produce, screen and premiere short films, supporting emerging talent and creating global visibility and opportunities for British writers, directors, producers and filmmakers.
The Earl’s Court International Film Festival has become a cherished annual fixture on London’s cultural calendar, consistently attracting established and emerging film talent from around the world. Our programming spans diverse genres and styles, from powerful documentaries to innovative animations, comedy to drama, providing a platform for exceptional storytelling across all forms.
ECIFF offers filmmakers the opportunity to showcase their work across prestigious London venues, with our programming designed to connect creators with audiences, industry professionals, and fellow artists. The festival creates meaningful pathways for talent development while celebrating the art of independent cinema.
We are enormously grateful to our principal sponsor, The Earls Court Development Company, and to all our venues, partners, and volunteers who make ECIFF possible.
Caroline Tod-Richardson, ECIFF Festival Director
Amazing festival which I loved to attend and be part of. Huge thank you to Caroline and Film Earl’s Court for giving my film an opportunity. An amazing night and award.
Beautiful Festival with very lovely people. The selection is brilliant and the level is high. Very happy to have been selected with our film ‘2020’, receiving a Special Mention. :) Will submit my next films!
This festival was absolutely wonderful on both events that my short film got selected for. The final took place in this stunning elegant cathedral in Earl’s Court which was breathtaking and just full of the most influential people in the industry that also cared and took an interest.
It was an amazing festival. So honoured to have had my film officially selected. The Gala Awards was an incredible event.
NEWS, REVIEWS, AND COMMUNITY VIEWS
Earl’s Court International Film Festival Podcast
Brian Scudder interviews Caroline Tod-Richardson, ECIFF Festival Director, and Jamie Hodge, Head of Consultation and Engagement at the Earls Court Development Company.
WELCOME TO OUR ‘SIT WITH HOPE’ CAMPAIGN
The Good Grief Trust launched a new national initiative in 2024 at The Royal Windsor Flower Show.The aim of their new SIT WITH HOPE campaign continues to be to help improve awareness and signposting to bereavement services across the UK. We know that many do not know where to turn for help, and The Good Grief Trust offer a choice of 900+ charities and tailored local and national support services under one umbrella.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRINCIPAL SPONSOR – THE EARLS COURT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY.
ALSO, TO THE FILMMAKERS AND EVERYONE THAT SUPPORTS THE EARLS COURT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRINCIPAL SPONSOR – THE EARLS COURT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY.
ALSO, TO THE FILMMAKERS AND EVERYONE THAT SUPPORTS THE EARLS COURT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL.
