BILLY KNIGHT — SHORT FILM CHALLENGE
$25,000 Grand Prize + a chance to be featured in the feature film
We’re inviting filmmakers everywhere to create a short film inspired by the spirit of Billy Knight (starring Al Pacino & Charlie Heaton). Whether you’re shooting on your phone or with a full crew, this is an opportunity to showcase your voice and passion for cinema.
WHAT YOU CAN WIN
1st Place — $25,000 + short film featured in the actual Billy Knight movie
2nd Place — $10,000
3rd Place — $5,000
HOW TO SUBMIT
Upload your film to Instagram, X, YouTube, or TikTok.
Use both hashtags to be considered:
#billyknightchallenge
#billyknight
Also tag us in the post!
Follow billyknightmovie on Instagram and TikTok for updates.
You must also email your film submission to so please read rules!
RULES
Five-minute runtime or shorter
Shot in 4K
Created after October 24, 2025
Submission deadline: January 15, 2026
Potential themes to explore: Being in love and being an artist Redemption through art Hollywood fairytale Cinema is magic
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re celebrating filmmakers who believe in the romantic and adventurous spirit of cinema. All forms are welcome: Narrative, documentary, experimental, animated. As long as your film reflects craft, voice, and emotion. Make it honest. Make it cinematic. Make it yours.
