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Announcing the 8th Annual Stage 32 Short Film Contest

You've made a short film. You've put in your time, effort, blood, sweat, tears, and perhaps even some serious money into your project. Your goal isn't only to get your film seen but to get it seen around the world and by people who can make a difference in your career. Would being screened by an Oscar-qualifying film festival matter? How about having it screened for over 1,000 executives including managers, agents, producers, film financiers, and more? Look no further. The most prestigi…

Announcing the 2nd Annual Romantic Comedy Screenwriting Contest

Romantic Comedies are officially back! Rom Coms are quickly becoming the hottest genre on streaming, and bouncing back in the theaters. Netflix and Hulu have been capitalizing on the rom com fever with hit projects like TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVE BEFORE, YOUR PLACE OR MINE and WEDDING SEASON. TICKET TO PARADISE hit theaters earlier this year to resounding success. Television has quickly followed suit with shows like EMILY IN PARIS and SEX EDUCATION blowing up on social media. Stage 32 won…

Announcing the Palm Springs Women in Film & Stage 32 Short Film Competition

Stage 32 is proud to present the Palm Springs Women in Film & Television & Stage 32 Short Script Competition! Your Short Screenplay PRODUCED for a GUARANTEED budget of $10,000! Enter Today!   Getting your Short Script produced is the quickest way into the industry. Many famous writer/directors have started with short films like Damien Chazelle with WHIPLASH, Wes Anderson with BOTTLE ROCKET, Taika Waititi with TWO CARS, ONE NIGHT, Christopher Nolan with DOODLEBUG and Ma…

Announcing the 2nd Annual Female Driven Screenwriting Contest

Female Driven content has never been more exciting, diverse and commercial than it is today. Managers, producers and development executives are on the hunt for the next TAR, SMILE, FLEABAG or BRIDESMAIDS. The biggest shows and films in the world right now are Female Driven - we know you’ve heard of WEDNESDAY and EMILY IN PARIS! We’re here to give your Female Driven project that kind of success. Last year, we set up our winner with 9 one-on-one meetings with industry pros cur…

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Announcing the 2nd Annual Action/Thriller Screenwriting Contest

Is there anything more exciting than an Action/Thriller film? Action movies are the new blockbusters, so if you've dreamed of seeing your film in the theater this is the genre for you. Television has never been more action oriented as well - if your script has a superhero, you're on the right track! Don't miss this opportunity to see your story on the big screen. Stage 32 offers access to some of the biggest names in the industry, including executives from Alta Global Media, Aaron Sims …

Announcing the 4th Annual Feature Drama Screenwriting Contest

Ever dreamed of writing the next "Best Picture" winner? We know you have - and we want to help you achieve that dream! And feature dramas are the best place to start. Let our judges take your career in features to the next level. Stage 32 offers access to some of the biggest names in the industry, including executives from 3Pas Studios, IPG Literary Management, Perfect Storm Entertainment and more with credits and client credits like 12 YEARS A SLAVE, THE WOLF OD WALL STREET and AD ASTR…

Announcing the 8th Annual Feature Comedy Screenwriting Contest

Comedy features always have the potential to become classics - we all want more reasons to laugh! Your script could be the beloved film of a generation, and we want to help it get there. Stage 32 offers access to some of the biggest names in the industry, including executives from 3Pas Studios, Osbrink Media, American High and more with credits and client credits like HORRIBLE BOSSES, TRAINWRECK and 21 JUMP STREET to name a few. We are looking for feature comedy scripts of all subjects …

Announcing the 3rd Annual Diversity Springboard Screenwriting Contest

Diversity is what makes our industry special - tell your unique story in this year's Diversity Springboard Screenwriting Contest. Connecting with diverse audiences and showing the world your story is exactly what film and television are for! Stage 32 offers access to some of the biggest names in the industry, including executives from Iconic Media Productions, Innovative Artists, WeTV and more with credits like THE NOTEBOOK, THE LOST CITY and WHIPLASH to name a few! We are looking for …

Announcing the 9th Annual Search for New Blood Screenwriting Contest

Ready to be frightened? We are! Horror films are always popular, and in recent years we've seen a huge uptick of interest in horror with a deeper meaning, in films like GET OUT, IT FOLLOWS and MIDSOMMAR. Low-budget horror isn't going anywhere either; they're the easiest films to make with the biggest rewards. And we can't forget that streaming services love a good fright. Hits like FRESH on Hulu and THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE on Netflix are carrying horror into the 21st century. So how c…

Announcing the 2nd Annual Television Comedy Screenwriting Contest

What is more comforting that a TV Comedy? The half-hour classics that soothe the soul are some of the most streamed and beloved shows of all time. Can you imagine going through life without THE OFFICE and PARKS & RECREATION to take the pain away? We can't either - that's why we're bringing back the Television Comedy Screenwriting Contest for a second year! Stage 32 is proud to present the 2nd Annual Television Comedy Screenwriting Contest! Click Here To Learn More Whether you pref…

Announcing the 2nd Annual Television Drama Screenwriting Contest

TV Dramas are easily the most talked about type of media right now. Streaming has made it so easy to become obsessed with shows like GAME OF THRONES or PEAKY BLINDERS. Not to say that network dramas aren't still killing it - classics like HOUSE, MD or LAW & ORDER are some of the most binged shows by those who watched them week to week and brand new fans, and current shows like GREY'S ANATOMY feel unstoppable, even after 18 seasons. Whether its gossiping about SUCCESSION with your cow…

Announcing the 1st Annual True Story/Biopic Screenwriting Contest

If the last few years are any indication, sometimes reality is even stranger than fiction - and certainly more dramatic. Some of the most interesting and unbelievable stories come straight from true life experiences. Recent hits like “HALSTON”, SPENCER, THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE and NOMADLAND prove that True Stories and Biopics continue to capture the hearts and minds of audiences everywhere. Whether your true story or biopic is meant to inspire, educate, or give audiences a g…

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