Objective

Accepting ALL genres of scripts that feature Crime or Thriller Elements (such as: Murder, Mayhem, Deception, Cons, Gangland, Mafia, White Collar, Heists, Gambling, Kidnapping, Theft, Financial, Espionage, Corruption, Injustice)

The Crime & Thriller Script Showcase recognizes and showcases feature and television writing, and provides opportunities for writers to showcase their projects to industry executives, producers, agents, and managers.

ALL SCRIPT ENTRIES RECEIVE...

SCRIPT SHOWCASE
A custom project page on the website to showcase your script to development executives, producers, managers and agents.+ Includes:

• Logline Listing
• Writer Bio
• Contact Email or Website

+ You may choose to opt-out of this benefit on the entry form if you do not wish your logline or contact info listed.

Deadline/Entry Fees

Deadline	Date	Entry Fee	Days till Deadline
Early	October 15, 2017	$29	86
Regular	October 31, 2017	$39	102
Late	November 15, 2017	$49	117
Final	November 30, 2017	$59	132
Extended	December 15, 2017	$69	147

Notification: February 15, 2018

Rules

Accepting feature screenplays and television scripts in any genre featuring crime or thriller elements. Each submission entry requires:

FEATURE SCREENPLAY OR TELEVISION SCRIPT
Scripts must be submitted in PDF format. Feature screenplays must be between 85 and 120 pages. Television scripts must be between 20 and 60 pages.

LOGLINE / SYNOPSIS
A brief description of the story (up to 100 words).

WRITER’S BIO
A Writer’s Bio – may include background, resume, accolades, training, experience, as well as any upcoming projects.

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Awards

WINNERS – SHOWCASE

Winning scripts receive

• “Winner” Recognition Laurel
• Script listed on the “Winners & Official Selections” page of the website
• Opportunity to showcase the first 10 pages of your script on a custom project page of the website for development executives, producers, and others to access. (You may opt-out of this award on the entry form if you do not want development executives, producers, and others to have access to your material or contact info).

OFFICIAL SELECTIONS – SHOWCASE

All scripts not classified as winners or finalists receive

• “Official Selection” laurel
• Script listed on the “Winners & Official Selections” page of the website