48 HOUR
FILM CHALLENGE 2026
REGISTRATION OPEN
Can you plan, shoot and edit a film in just 48 hours?
The Two Short Nights 48 Hour Film Challenge will take place from Fri 06 Feb 2026!
Two Short Nights Film Festival invites filmmakers of all abilities to take part in this inspiring challenge. No previous film experience needed. Teams just need a good imagination, plenty of energy and a camera. You can take part in the challenge from anywhere in the world.
To register your team for the 48 Hour Film Challenge 2026 please fill in the registration form linked below.
Registration closes 10pm Tue 03 Feb 2026.
You will be emailed the challenge instructions at 6pm on Fri 06 Feb and completed films can be submitted online by 6pm on Sunday 08 Feb.
Films made within the 48 hours will have the chance to be screened at Two Short Nights Festival on Fri 06 Mar 2026.
If you have any questions please email Claire.Horrocks@exeterphoenix.org.uk
Please read to 48 Hour Film Challenge rules here before registering.
