What are the SXSW Film & TV Festival premiere and eligibility policies?

To be eligible for SXSW 2026, your project must have been completed in 2024, 2025, or be on track for completion in early 2026.

FEATURES: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for feature films?

SHORTS: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for short films?

MUSIC VIDEOS: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for music videos?

TV: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for TV Projects?

XR EXPERIENCE: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality projects?