European Film Market - EFM

European Film Market - EFM It’s the first date in the industry’s calendar and regarded as an early indicator for the new film year.
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The European Film Market (EFM) is a leading marketplace and industry hub at the – where global film and media professionals connect, negotiate and shape tomorrow’s business. Harnessing the energy of Berlin and the passion for film, the European Film Market is the business epicentre of one of the most important international film festivals in the world, the Berlinale. Every February the

EFM opens the grand doors to the Martin-Gropius-Bau and welcomes over 9,200 producers, buyers, sales agents, distributors, exhibitors and financiers to the first major film market of the year. Our trusted organization and commitment to quality content from around the world brings together the right people at the right place and time, inspiring the conversations and connections that are the cornerstone of the business. The meetings, the handshake, and the new film year… it all starts here.

“Film distribution is a risky business. In our market, we have only one shot.” 🎬 At , the panel “Das Leben der Anderen:...
02/06/2026

“Film distribution is a risky business. In our market, we have only one shot.” 🎬
 
At , the panel “Das Leben der Anderen: Understanding and Collaboration in the Film Sector” explored how stronger collaboration across the film value chain can help European films reach wider audiences. What are your thoughs?
 

27/05/2026

The film industry never stands still and neither do its challenges. 📺
 
Industry professionals shared their perspectives on the forces shaping today’s film landscape. While the market is facing tougher conditions than ever, new opportunities are beginning to emerge and keeping the industry looking ahead. ✨
 
Press play to hear their insights, and discover more panels and masterclasses from - available on demand in your account until 31 May.
 

20/05/2026

Pitch Perfect: Producers Showcase Projects Analysed by AI brought producers from around the world to the stage, presenting their projects with the support of AI-driven insights provided by ! ✨
 
The session offered a glimpse into how data analysis is reshaping pitching, decision-making, and the way projects connect with audiences and industry partners.  🤝
 
Curious to find out who won the Simulated Audience Award? You still have a few days to watch the full panel in your EFM account before it disappears after 31 May. ▶️
 

Voices from the EFM. ✨Every EFM experience is different, shaped by new encounters, unexpected conversations, and the peo...
14/05/2026

Voices from the EFM. ✨

Every EFM experience is different, shaped by new encounters, unexpected conversations, and the people behind the industry. 🎬

Swipe through our selection of voices and stories from the Market, shared by our amazing community.

Only two weeks to go before the Participant’s Guide and Panels on Demand disappear from your EFM account on May 31. 🎬 Ta...
13/05/2026

Only two weeks to go before the Participant’s Guide and Panels on Demand disappear from your EFM account on May 31. 🎬
 
Take one last dive into key sessions, rediscover highlights, and use your EFM access while the doors are still open.
 
Final call to revisit ! ✨
 

12/05/2026

“It says, ‘look, this is who we really are.’ And because we actually live in the real world, we don’t always want that,” says Mark Cousins, the filmmaker behind The Story of Documentary Film. 🎬
 
What’s your take on documentaries? Too real and sobering, or exactly what we need today?
 

Back with the Faces of the EFM - this time an even cooler version. 😎The coolest part of the EFM? The people behind the m...
07/05/2026

Back with the Faces of the EFM - this time an even cooler version. 😎

The coolest part of the EFM? The people behind the meetings, conversations, ideas, and laughter of course!

Here’s to the energy that keeps the EFM community going long after the market ends.

Spot someone you know? Tag them, give your colleagues a shout-out, and spread the love 💛

05/05/2026

As the landscape continues to change, one thing is clear: navigating today’s industry requires new thinking, new structures, and a global perspective. For the third time in a row, Winston Baker’s Entertainment Finance Forum Berlin brought together leading voices to explore the forces reshaping global entertainment. 🚀
 
Across conversations on evolving finance models, platform strategies, international partnerships, and the creator economy, one theme stood out: the rules of the game are changing and the industry is adapting in real time.
 
Watch the recap to catch the key moments! The full panel is still available on demand in your EFM account until May 31. ▶️
 


30/04/2026

At , screenwriter and Lord of the Flies creator and series producer Jack Thorne shared insights on writing, adapting, and navigating today’s industry. One key takeaway: stories that are authentic, specific, and emotionally grounded can resonate far beyond their origins.

In a landscape often driven by familiar formulas, it’s the unexpected that can truly connect with audiences. ▶️

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