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The national agency for the Irish film, TV & animation industry. Updates will let you know the latest news for the Irish screen industries. #IrishFilm #IrishTV

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✍️ Applications for the next edition of Storyhouse Lab taking place from 13-17 April 2026 is now open!

Up to 12 emerging screenwriters will be selected to take part in this week-long intensive script development programme led by creative mentor Malcolm Campbell.

Learn more & apply ➡️ bit.ly/3LTxeBI
November 19, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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VACANCY: Screen Ireland is seeking a suitably qualified person for the role of Skills Development Coordinator - Section 481 and Work-Based Learning in our Skills and Professional Development Team.

📅 Deadline for applications: 24 November 2025, 5pm

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November 18, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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⏰ There's still time to register for the S481 Screen Talks with Ric Roman Waugh taking place this evening, Monday, 17th November from 6-7pm!

Waugh will give insight into his stunt career & move to directing action features in a conversation with Lauterio Zamparelli.

Register now ➡️ bit.ly/3X9fpB4
November 17, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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🏆 2025 Dublin International Film Festival ICCL Human Rights Film Award

Aoife Kelleher's award-winning Testimony screens in cinemas across Ireland from Friday 21st November, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

🎟️ Book tickets now: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/testim...

#IrishFilm
November 17, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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⚡ Screen Ireland is investing €400,000 in funding that will support new innovative, high concept development and immersive storytelling projects within the creative screen industries.

📅 Application deadline: 2nd December 2025, 1pm

More info ➡️ www.screenireland.ie/funding/deve...
November 17, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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A young factory worker dreams of escape from a world where one’s every thought is on display…

Worry World is now available to watch on Screen Ireland’s Shorts Player. 💭 💚

Watch now ➡️ shorts.screenireland.ie/films/worry-...

#IrishAnimation #Frameworks
November 14, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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⚡ Don't miss this year's edition of Culture Crush taking place on Wednesday, 26th November 2025 at RIAM.

Connect with professionals working in Ireland's cultural & creative communities across a day of live performances, panel discussions, networking & more.

Learn more ➡️ www.culturecrush.ie
November 14, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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“In John Kelly’s animated short film, narrated by Domhnall Gleeson, nothing’s off limits when it comes to thinking about the future—particularly when there’s so much left to do.”

John Kelly’s Retirement Plan is live in The New Yorker's screening room. Words by David Sedaris. ✍️ 💚

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The Dream of Finishing One’s To-Do List in “Retirement Plan”
In John Kelly’s animated short film, narrated by Domhnall Gleeson, nothing’s off limits when it comes to thinking about the future—particularly when there’s so much left to do.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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⚡ Registrations are now open for the inaugural Entertainment IP Summit taking place from 14-15 January 2026.

Across this 2-day virtual event, leading experts will share insights into developing & sustaining IP across formats & global markets.

Learn more ➡️ www.screenireland.ie/news/enterta...
November 13, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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“This award-winning series represents the best of Irish language television with great scripts, fantastic talent in front and behind the camera and all shot in stunning Donegal.”

A second season of Crá is in the works – with filming due to start in 2026. 🎬 💚

🔗 www.screenireland.ie/news/second-...
November 12, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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🎬 Don't miss the upcoming S481 Screen Talks with US-based filmmaker & stunt professional Ric Roman Waugh (Angel Has Fallen, Greenland, Kandahar) in conversation with Lauterio Zamparelli.

📅 Monday, 17th November 2025
⏰ 18:00-19:00
📍 Online

Learn more & register ➡️ bit.ly/3X9fpB4
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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“A desperately moving and beautifully made documentary” ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ @irishtimes.com

Born That Way screens from this Friday in the @irishfilminstitute.bsky.social proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 🎬 💚

🎟️ Book tickets now: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/born-t...

#IrishFilm
Born That Way review: A moving, beautiful documentary about a gentle Irish hero
Patrick Lydon moved from Massachusetts to Ireland in the 1970s and established a unique community
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November 12, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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When secrets are everywhere, the truth means everything.

Barber airs this Saturday 15th November at 9.35pm on @rteone.rte.ie, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 🔍💚

#IrishFilm
November 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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⏰ The deadline to apply to the 2026 round of Screen Ireland’s Core Operational Funding has been extended to Friday 21st November!

Learn more & apply ➡️ www.screenireland.ie/funding/dist...
November 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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🏆 2025 Dublin Film Critics Circle Best Irish Documentary Winner

Born That Way screens from this Friday 14th November in the @irishfilminstitute.bsky.social proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 🎬 💚

🎟️ Book tickets now: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/born-t...

#IrishFilm
November 11, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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FOLÚNTAS: Is mian linn duine atá cáilithe go cuí a fhostú don ról mar Chomhordaitheoir Forbartha Scileanna - Alt 481 agus Foghlaim Obairbhunaithe inár bhFoireann Scileanna agus Forbartha Gairmiúla.

📅 Spriocdháta iarratais: 24 Samhain 2025, 5i.n.

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November 11, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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VACANCY: Screen Ireland is seeking a suitably qualified person for the role of Skills Development Coordinator - Section 481 and Work-Based Learning in our Skills and Professional Development Team.

📅 Deadline for applications: 24 November 2025, 5pm

🔗 screen-ireland.jobs.personio.com/job/2400771?...
November 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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One Last Deal, an upcoming football agent thriller starring Danny Dyer, is set to be released in the UK and Ireland on March 13th 2026.

The film is now heading to the American Film Market. 📱 ⚽

#IrishFilm
Danny Dyer Soccer Agent Thriller ‘One Last Deal’ Bought by Sky for U.K., Will Launch at AFM (EXCLUSIVE)
Sky has acquired UK rights to One Last Deal, the soccer agent thriller starring Danny Dyer that is also launching at AFM with Blacktop
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November 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Bhí ócáid fíor speisialta, taispeántas den scannán Báite ó Cine4 i bpictiúrlann an Lighthouse in onóir an Uachtarán Micheál D Ó hUigínn. @tg4.bsky.social
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Screen Ireland was delighted to partner with Eclipse Pictures, @tg4.bsky.social and Danú Media on a special screening of Irish language film Báite in the Light House Cinema, with guest of honour An Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D. Higgins.
November 7, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Production has kicked off on family animation Outfoxed! featuring U2 frontman Bono and an all-Irish voice cast.

mk2 Films has boarded and will share the first animated sequences from the film with buyers at AFM. 🦊

#IrishAnimation
Family animation ‘Outfoxed!’ voiced by Bono boarded by mk2
Production is underway on the animated comedy adventure featuring the voice of Bono; mk2 will launch sales at AFM
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November 7, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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A TV game show fills the empty space, yet Nana Dee's attention is on the clock on the wall.

The IFTA-nominated short film Nana Dee is now available to watch on Screen Ireland’s Shorts Player. 📺 💚

Watch now ➡️ shorts.screenireland.ie/films/nana-dee
November 7, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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The Criminal Assets Bureau is back, and this time stakes are higher than ever.

Hidden Assets returns for its third season this Sunday, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

📺 @rteone.rte.ie and @player.rte.ie
📅 Episode 1 - Sunday 9th November, 9.30pm

#IrishTV
November 7, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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🎬 Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland in association with Wild Atlantic Pictures is delighted to host a conversation with US-based action filmmaker & stunt professional Ric Roman Waugh.

This online talk is presented as part of S481 Skills Development Screen Talks.

Learn more & register ➡️ bit.ly/3X9fpB4
November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Screen Ireland is delighted to congratulate the teams behind the winning films of the 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival Awards:

🏆 Audience Award – Best Irish Feature – Báite
🏆 Outstanding Irish Feature – Christy
🏆 Outstanding Animated Short – Retirement Plan

#IrishFilm
November 6, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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FOLÚNTAS: Tá Fís Éireann ag iarraidh Comhordaitheoir Cúrsaí Dlí agus Gnó a earcú le bheith ar an bhfoireann.

📅 Spriocdháta iarratais: 21 Samhain 2025, 5i.n.
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#JobFairy #IrishFilm
November 6, 2025 at 3:55 PM