Our aim, quite simply, is to discover and recognize the brightest new talent and original voices in storytelling from around the world. We identify emerging talent and place top new writers firmly on the industry’s radar directly in the heart of the motion picture capital of the world.

Winners and finalists in several competition categories receive prizes and benefits including cash and exclusive packages from our industry leading partners, and priceless introductions and meetings with some of Hollywood’s top production companies and talent agencies. Over $46,000 in cash, prizes, and services will be awarded to this year’s winning screenwriters and finalists alone.

Deadlines
Earlybird Deadline: January 10th, 2014
Regular Deadline: April 15th, 2014
Late Deadline: June 15th, 2014  
Extended Deadline: August 10th, 2014 

Entry Fees

Earlybird Deadline: $35
Regular Deadline: $40
Late Deadline: $45
Extended Deadline: $45

Score Report and Judge Commentary
Feedback is important. The Hollywood Screenplay contest offers applicants the unique opportunity to order a copy of their project’s Official Score Report and Judge Commentary. This includes a thorough, multi-page explanation as to how a screenplay was scored along with detailed commentary regarding the judge's overall impressions of the project including specific feedback and advice regarding story, structure, pacing, character, and marketability. This service is available for a fee of $60 and will be emailed to the applicant immediately upon completion of judging.

Entry to Multiple Categories
Entry fee includes submission to one competition category of the applicant’s choice. Screenplays may be entered into additional competition categories for a fee of $5 per additional category entered.