Programme A-Z

National Geographic's Tom McDonald and magician David Blaine talk about their hit series David Blaine Do Not Attempt and how it reflects National Geographic's factual strategy.

Join leading international voices rethinking how advocacy and collective action can strengthen the documentary ecosystem by building sustainability and forging meaningful connections with audiences.

Disinformation poses a global threat to society. Surrounded by videogame history, this unique participatory event seeks out opportunities to address disinformation through games.

Join us at the Crucible Playhouse as we unveil the winning films and projects across festival live pitches and our official competitions.

Join us for a 5km fun run around Sheffield. Open to Industry Passholders!

Sheffield DocFest, in partnership with Showroom Cinema, presents docs for schools. Available to book by emailing: boxoffice@sheffdocfest.com

Join the DFC for their 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) - a vital moment to reflect on the past year's challenges and achievements, and to strengthen connections across the UK's documentary community.

Sheffield DocFest, in partnership with Film Hub North, is proud to present films as part of the DIY Challenge: People and Place

Our Filmmaker Challenge returns for 2025, bringing 6 exciting voices to Sheffield to make a short micro documentary under the guidance of their mentor. Principal supporter Prime Video.

This session delves into the practices of documentary filmmaking by dissenting voices under the contemporary Russian dictatorship.

Welcome to the Nordic reception! Join us for a drink and meet the Nordic filmmakers present at Sheffield DocFest

Within the documentary industry, co-productions between high- and low-capacity countries often mirror existing inequalities - rewarding financing over creativity. What if we flipped the script?

Join a panel of international, multi-award winning producers for a revealing deep dive into the true cost of running a high-stakes 'Best Documentary' awards campaign.

Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato lift the lid on their development process – sharing pitches, sizzles, and the challenges of turning bold ideas into commissioned series.

Actor and documentary director Nyle DiMarco leads a panel of filmmakers celebrating the recent surge of content celebrating deaf experiences and the importance of deaf allies.