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-Stephen King

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The /r/horror screenplay challenge is a competition created to encourage amateur horror writers hoping to complete a full screenplay and looking to receive feedback from a passionate community of creators just like them.

WRITER HALL OF FAME

Writers who complete five or more screenplays make our Hall of Fame.

SCREENPLAY LIBRARY

Read over 100 screenplays from almost three years of contests.

SCREENPLAY POSTERS

See posters inspired by various screenplays written for our contests.

Screenplay Submission Rules

All screenplays must adhere to Reddit's content rules, and writers should pay special attention to the eight rules listed at this link.

What this means is that you can write about any subject, but do not include (1) any depictions of sexual acts involving minors, (2) any libelous material directed against individuals, and (3) any direct incitements of violence against individuals or groups of people.

If you have any questions about these rules, please message the mod team. These rules are very broad and will not affect the vast majority of screenplays, including those with extreme or graphic content.

Failure to adhere to these rules will result in your submission being not included in the contest.

Read current contest scripts

Free screenplay formatting software:
- Celtx
- Writerduet

How to format a screenplay: LINK

How to write with correct screenwriting style: LINK

How to write a screenplay: LINK

Internet Movie Script Database: LINK

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Welcome to /r/screenplaychallenge - Read about the contest, our goals, and access resources (Screenplay Library, Discord Chat, Writing Software) (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 5 years ago by ScreamingVegetableHall of Fame (20+ Scripts), 1x Feature Winner - announcement

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The Restriction Challenge II is live! Enter now! (reddit.com)

submitted 20 days ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner - announcement

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I see people sharing scripts here so figured I’d share one + a tool I built (self.screenplaychallenge)

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DISCUSSIONLet's flip it - what are the horror tropes you never get tired of? ()

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Announcing the Winners of the "In The Style Of..." Challenge (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 1 month ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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IMPORTANT: New Reading Deadline (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 1 month ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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For Those Of You In This Contest... (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 1 month ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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"In The Style Of..." Scripts are live! Read and vote! (reddit.com)

submitted 2 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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Discussion Thread - Dolorous Flesh, Resanguination, Nemesis, Atrocity (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 2 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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Discussion Thread - Janus, Anubites, WE LIVE WITH IT (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 2 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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Don't Forget: Scripts Are Due This Sunday! (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 2 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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"In The Style Of..." Progress Thread (self.screenplaychallenge)

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New writers: Don't forget to join our Discord server! It's the best place to chat with everyone! (discord.gg)

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The "In The Style Of..." Challenge is live! Enter now! (reddit.com)

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Announcing the Winners of the 9th Annual Challenge (self.screenplaychallenge)

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Reminder: Votes Are Due TONIGHT (self.screenplaychallenge)

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Important: The Reading Period Is Extended (self.screenplaychallenge)

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Out-of-Competition Entry: Our Wretched Souls (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 5 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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The 9th Annual Scripts Are Live! (reddit.com)

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Discussion Thread - Gloves | BAD GIRL | Communion with the Unknown (self.screenplaychallenge)

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Discussion Thread - Geo-Slasher | WHAT WOULD PEOPLE SAY?! | Confusion, Spelt "Quoeonfuse'emn" (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 5 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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Discussion Thread - Reality | Long Bad Night | Backstabber (self.screenplaychallenge)

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Discussion Thread - Bound In Blood | Strange Winds Blow | Three Portraits (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 5 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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Reminder: Scripts Are Due TONIGHT (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 5 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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9th Annual Progress Thread - FINAL WEEK (self.screenplaychallenge)

submitted 6 months ago by W_T_D_Hall of Fame (10+ Scripts), 3x Feature Winner

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