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The Golden Script Competition

International screenwriting competition offering $10K in cash prizes and access to 60+ OSCAR & EMMY-winning production companies & agencies

Plus 1-on-1 mentorships with the writers behind CHILDREN OF MEN and AMERICAN HORROR STORY

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About

Who we are and what we offer

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Recognized by MovieBytes as one of the TOP SCREENPLAY CONTESTS for 2023-2026, The Golden Script Competition is a yearly international screenwriting competition for feature, TV pilot and short screenplays. Many of our writers have found success through the competition, securing industry representation, signing option agreements, and having their work shopped to major production companies.

Our top scripts are reviewed annually by prestigious production companies and literary agencies, including some that have won several OSCARS and EMMYS, giving you the opportunity to have your script produced or represented. Our mentors include an OSCAR and an EMMY-nominee, while our judges feature producers and executive producers behind acclaimed films like THE USUAL SUSPECTS and BIRDMAN. On top of all that, we offer cash prizes totaling $10,000.

Each year, we showcase our top scripts through The Golden List, a curated collection shared with companies, producers and directors seeking outstanding unproduced screenplays. For the chance to be included, submit your screenplay now for the 2027 competition.

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Submissions

Submit via our ENTRY FORM, FilmFreeway, Stage32 or ISA

Earlybird deadline: October 29, 2026

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Services

Ways to improve your screenplay

All services
  1. 1on1 Consultation

    A one-hour, one-on-one online consultation via Zoom with the reader of your feature, TV pilot, or short screenplay. We will help you improve various aspects of your script, including its structure, narrative, character development, dialogue, and more, or engage in collaborative revisions.

  2. Proofreading & Formatting

    Let our native English speakers proofread and format your script. We will review it for grammar and syntax, identify typos and mechanical errors, conduct a spell check, and ensure proper formatting, including dialogue, scene headings, transitions, parentheticals, and action/scene descriptions.

  3. Script Coverage

    Request feedback (2-3 pages of notes), a promotional review (3 pages of notes) or an in-depth critique (4-5 pages of notes) for your feature, TV pilot or short screenplay. Comes with contest submission.

  4. Script Rewriting & Pitch Decks

    We’ll polish and rewrite your feature, TV pilot, or short script, refining scenes, dialogue, action, and structure. You’ll work directly with one of our writers throughout the process. We also create pitch decks, covering both written content and professional visuals, to present your project in the best possible light.

Testimonials

What our screenwriters say

  • “An absolute must for every budding screenwriter. The exceptional feedback I received for my entry was balanced, well thought out and constructive.”
    Martin Richmond
  • “One of the best screenwriting competitions I've ever entered. A well run contest with all the earmarks of becoming a long running staple in the industry.”
    Alberto Battistutti
  • “Professional people who actually READ my screenplay. Got wonderful feedback on my screenplay and a helpful suggestion to improve a little part."
    Heidi Walter
  • “The Golden Script Competition is fast rising as one of the most respected and prestigious script competitions in the business."
    Gio Forlenza

Golden Lists

Each year’s top scripts, shared with companies, producers and directors.

Get in touch

Send us a message, or email us directly at

contact[at]goldenscript.net