The 56th Nashville Film Festival

The 56th Nashville Film Festival took place September 18-24, 2025 showcasing more than 150 films from around the globe, alongside captivating Q&A sessions with filmmakers, dynamic industry panels, unforgettable parties, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow creatives and film fans.

2025 FESTIVAL

A selection of festival films will be available from Monday, September 22nd through Monday, September 29th for at-home viewing. Please note that not all films screening in-person will be made available in the Virtual Cinema and in limited cases, geo-based restrictions may apply to some viewers outside of Tennessee or the United States. Tickets for virtual film screenings can be purchased individually or are included at no additional cost for certain badge holders.

News about the upcoming 57th Nashville Film Festival in 2026 will be coming soon.

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(L) Director, Kathlyn Horan (R) Tanya Tucker of the film
“The Return of Tanya Tucker: Featuring Brandi Carlile”

Nashville Film Festival

NashFilm celebrates innovation, music and the many voices of the human spirit through the art of film. Founded in 1969, the Nashville Film Festival is one of the first film festivals in the United States.

The Nashville Film Festival is a premier annual event celebrating the art of storytelling, featuring world-class film screenings, engaging live Q&As, thought-provoking panels and workshops, and vibrant parties that connect filmmakers and audiences in an unforgettable experience.

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NashFilm Year-Round Initiatives

The Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) discovers, elevates and honors filmmakers, screenwriters and musicians from around the world while engaging, connecting and strengthening the Nashville community.

In addition to producing one of the top film festivals in the country, NashFilm strengthens and enriches the local community year-round through unique programs, including film education screenings for public school students, a summer film camp for high schoolers, and free outdoor film screenings for locals.

NashFilm is a 501(c)(3) arts advocacy organization.

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NashFilm membership offers exclusive perks like early access to tickets, special discounts, invitations to advanced screenings and events, and year-round opportunities to connect with a passionate community of film lovers—perfect for anyone eager to experience the magic of storytelling up close.

Beyond these benefits, membership plays a vital role in bringing the world’s best independent films to Nashville and supporting NashFilm’s year-round initiatives, such as education programming.

By fostering a vibrant creative community of filmmakers, screenwriters, and musicians, NashFilm creates life-changing connections and amplifies Nashville’s global cultural impact.

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