The Adapted Story Showcase recognizes scripts, novelizations, and stage plays in any genre that feature an adapted story. An adapted story is a story based on previously written material, such as: A script based on a previously written book, a short story, a magazine article, a video game, or a stage play. A stage play based on a previously written book or a movie script. A book based on a previously written script (this type of book is known as a "novelization"). Entries require the submission of the adapted material (not the previously written source material). The showcase is designed to support new(ish) and aspiring writers by awarding a cash prize to help sustain, or kickstart, a writing career. Year: 2027 | Season: 13 | Award: $3,500 SUBMISSIONS OPEN: November 30, 2026Quick Deadline ($25): December 12, 2026Early Deadline ($35): January 24, 2027Regular Deadline ($45): February 21, 2027Late Deadline ($55): March 21, 2027Final Deadline ($65): April 18, 2027Extended Deadline ($75): May 16, 2027Closing Deadline | Final Call ($85): June 13, 2027All deadlines 11:59 pm Pacific Time Winner & Official Selections announced by: August 15, 2027 AWARD: * One (1) Winner will receive a $3,500 cash prize.* Official Selections receive a laurel and a listing on the website. The Adapted Story Showcase is not a film festival - it is a writing showcase and is conducted exclusively online. There is no in-person event. There is only one round of judging, and only one winner is selected each year. For more information on submission requirements, and answers to FAQs, see the dropdown tabs on this page. SUBMISSIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED VIA FilmFreeway.com
