Final Draft, Inc. presents the Big Break International Screenwriting Contest
Thank you for your interest in the Big Break international Screenwriting contest. Our tenth anniversary contest was a resounding success and we thank all the writers who entered. The semifinalists for this year will be announced on August 17, 2009. Finalists will be announced in September and winners will be announced on or around October 29, 2009.
The eleventh annual Big Break Contest will open for entries in early 2010. While you are waiting, please visit www.scriptmag.com for free articles, podcasts, and resources that are updated daily to help you write a winning screenplay.
About the Contest Big Break is an annual, global screenwriting contest designed to launch the careers of aspiring writers. Big Break rewards screenwriters with cash, prizes and A-list executive meetings. Winners and finalists alike have had their screenplays optioned and produced and have secured high-profile representation as well as lucrative writing deals.
Since its inception in 2000, Big Break has awarded screenwriters with over $200,000 in cash and prizes and invaluable industry exposure. A panel of notable industry professionals conducts the final judging.
Contest Objectives
Our objective is to discover talented screenwriters and help them find success in today’s screenwriting industry.
New this year
The Big Break entry system has been streamlined for your convenience and by popular demand. In the spirit of modern technology and saving the planet's resources, please note that we NO longer accept paper submissions.