Celebrating 20 Years of Sexy, Creative, and Hilarious Short Films!

In 2025, Dan Savage's HUMP! Film Festival marks a major milestone: 20 years of bringing daring, hilarious, and wildly creative adult short films to audiences worldwide. And now, we're inviting you -- our vibrant community of storytellers, artists, and visionaries -- to be part of the magic. Submissions are open until December 6, 2024!

HUMP! is all about celebrating the diversity of human sexuality, relationships, and expression through short films. We're seeking submissions that are:

HUMP! is a celebration of the joy and creativity of human sexuality, but let's keep it safe and respectful:

🚫 No minors, no animals, and no poop.

Besides joining a legacy of bold, groundbreaking films, here are some major perks for filmmakers:

Need some inspiration? Dan Savage recently sat down with past HUMP! filmmakers to talk about their experiences. Check out their insights to fuel your ideas!

Extra Credit is Back!

Every year, we give filmmakers a chance to add "extra credit" props to their films -- just for fun! For 2025, we're challenging you to include:

While it's not mandatory, it's a playful way to show your audience that your film was made with HUMP! in mind.

Let's make this 20th anniversary a celebration of passion, humor, and the incredible creativity of our community. We can't wait to see what you bring!