Episodic Series

Submissions Closed

A competitive category for short-form series directed by, or written and produced by, persons of African descent.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Open to U.S. and international entries.
  2. Directed by, or written and produced by, individuals of African descent.
  3. Entrants must be 18 years of age or older.
  4. Must submit one (1) episode, a series treatment, and/or series bible.
  5. Episode must not exceed 30 minutes, including credits.
  6. In English or with English subtitles.
  7. Principal photography must be completed on or after January 1, 2025.
  8. Episode with prior distribution or distribution commitments are not eligible.
  9. Must not have been previously exhibited or licensed for broadcast, cable, or online exhibition prior to ABFF (May 27–31, 2026).