Manhattan Short Film Fest 2026

The annual favorite program returns to the Circle for one week of screenigns Fri 9/25-Thu 10/1! More information coming soon on runtime and selected short films to screen as the festival lineup is finalized.

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival: You Be the Judge!
Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening at the Circle from Fri 9/25-Thu 10/1, 2026. You'll join film lovers simultaneously in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist from Ten Countries in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and short films continuing to move into the Hollywood mainstream, come see this entertaining program featuring the best short films in the world today! Ballots supplied upon entry.

More information on this years ten finalist films plus tickets and showtimes at the Circle coming soon!