Into Film Festival Attendees (2019)

Into Film Festival

A free, annual, UK-wide celebration of film and education for 5-19 year olds

The Into Film Festival is the largest free, annual, UK-wide celebration of film, providing memorable cinema experiences for children and young people aged 5-19. 

The Into Film Festival 2025 saw over 3,000 screenings and events take place across 580 cinemas around the UK, reaching almost 400,000 young people and their educators.

If you missed out on the 2025 Into Film Festival in November, don't worry, we'll be back with more exciting free screenings in early 2026. Keep your eyes peeled for future announcements! 

About the festival

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Free activities include:

  • UK-Wide Screenings

    Over 600 venues across the UK to choose from.

  • Educational resources

    Rich materials to support learning and the curriculum.

  • A wide choice of films

    Over 130 film titles to choose from.

  • Industry experts

    Special speaker Q&As and masterclasses.

  • Filmmaking workshops

    Learn tips from the best in the business.

  • Exclusive events

    Film previews, premieres and more.

Into Film Festival 2025 Highlights

The Into Film Festival is a free, annual, UK-wide celebration of film, providing memorable cinema experiences for children and young people aged 5-19.

Into Film Award Winner

"We were inspired to make this film because some of us have been bullied for using food banks. People shouldn't have to feel scared to use a food bank just because they are poor and can't afford to buy things."

- Elise, aged 11 - Rainbow Collective / Bell Gardens Animation Club, Peckham, London
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