Bitesize Short Film Festival 2026

Bitesize Short Film Festival returns for three nights of bold new cinema, emerging filmmaking talent and unforgettable storytelling from across the UK and around the world.

Showcasing a dynamic mix of drama, comedy, thriller, sci-fi, horror, fantasy, and animation film, Bitesize celebrates the creativity and ambition of independent short-form filmmaking in all its forms.

Across the festival, audiences will discover striking new voices, emotionally powerful stories, visually inventive filmmaking and daring genre cinema, carefully curated into three distinct screening nights, each with its own atmosphere and energy.

From intimate character-driven dramas to surreal midnight visions, heartfelt comedies to pulse-raising thrillers, Bitesize is designed to surprise, entertain and connect audiences through the shared experience of cinema.

Whether you're a filmmaker, film lover, creative, industry professional or simply curious to discover something new, Bitesize offers a space to celebrate independent film and the next generation of storytellers.

Each screening is followed by post-screening networking in the cinema bar, bringing filmmakers and audiences together throughout the festival weekend.