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The Krakow Film Festival is a place where acclaimed filmmakers from around the world meet up-and-coming talents, and audiences get up close with creators and protagonists of the presented films. It’s a festival of great premieres, a springboard to international recognition, and, above all, a meeting place for true cinema lovers. Experience the magic in the cosy surroundings of Krakow’s legendary art-house cinemas or enjoy screenings from the comfort of your own home via the festival’s online platform. The heart of documentary and short film beats in Krakow!
Next year’s edition will feature around 200 films from all over the world, including over 100 world and Polish premieres. The festival takes place in cinemas from 25 May to 1 June, and online on KFF VOD from 30 May to 15 June 2025. Films will compete in three international competitions (Documentary, Short Film, and DocFilmMusic), and in the Polish competition, as well as in numerous non-competitive sections and special screenings.
Become an INSIDER and purchase a pass or gift voucher by 6 January 2025 to enjoy 200 films at this special anniversary event at a highly discounted price!
The Krakow Film Festival holds a spot on the exclusive list of film events qualifying for the Oscars® in short film categories (fiction, animation, documentary) and feature-length documentary, for the European Film Awards in the same categories, and also qualifies for the BAFTA Awards.
The Krakow Film Festival is made possible thanks to the financial support of the City of Krakow, the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, the Polish Film Institute, and the Creative Europe MEDIA Programme. It is co-organised by the Polish Filmmakers Association.
The 65th Krakow Film Festival will be held in cinemas from 25th May to 1st June 2025, with the online edition running from 30th May to 15th June 2025 on KFF VOD.