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Explore funding opportunities

Create films, TV or new formats of storytelling

The BFI provides funding for film and TV development and production, which includes international co-productions and completion funding.

Progress my creative career and grow my business

If you are an emerging filmmaker, apply for funding to build skills and experience to stand out.

Bring film to a wider UK audience

We want to help film exhibitors and distributors show bold films to diverse audiences.

Funding and support for international activity

Promoting international engagement and collaboration with British filmmaking.

We want to ensure that more people can engage with heritage collections that better reflect the diversity of the UK.

Meet the BFI Film Fund team

Working with new and established talent, we support filmmakers throughout the creative process, from development through to production.

Access support for BFI fund applicants

The BFI is committed to making its funding accessible to all. You can get help if you need support to make an application.

Inclusion in the film industry

Encouraging equality of opportunity and addressing under-representation in the screen industries.

Work in film or TV? Get the latest industry news and updates.

BFI Locked Box

Find out how a share of income from productions supported by the BFI Film Fund can be put aside and used for future projects or staff training.

Your National Lottery funded project

Get advice on how to promote your activity.

Search for projects funded by National Lottery

Search the funding awards for films, projects and organisations made by the BFI.