BUYERS

Over six days at the AFM, you can meet face-to-face with 100s of Production & Sales Companies and attend Screenings & Presentations all under one roof.

Buyer Accreditation

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

The American Film Market is where 100s of production and sales companies unveil 1,000+ new films and projects from around the world for the first time. AFM is the most anticipated event for acquiring rights to new films because production companies have developed a wide range of projects since Cannes — more than $1 Billion in deals close here each year.

Location plays a crucial role – the convenient AFM campus provides unparalleled opportunities for conducting face-to-face business compared to any other market. Over six days, you can reconnect with current partners and clients, foster new relationships, attend screenings, and tap into the vibrant network of industry professionals and companies that make it a hub for Agents, Studios, Streamers, and other film industry entities worldwide.

BUYER ACCREDITATION

To register as a Buyer for AFM 2026, your Company must be an “AFM Accredited Film Buyer.” Apply for Buyer Accreditation now if it’s your company’s first time attending.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

We offer guaranteed AFM rates for guest rooms (subject to availability) for Registered Participants.

DEDICATED BUYER LIAISONS

AFM offers a two-person team dedicated to supporting the Buyer experience.  These AFM staff members will serve as your personal team to assist you ahead of AFM and onsite to ensure all your questions are answered. Get in touch via email at Registration@ifta-online.org.

YOUR BUYER PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Access to all Exhibition Floors
  • Access to Market Screenings
  • Access to LocationEXPO
  • AFM rates for sleeping rooms reserved for registered participants
  • Access to the AFM25 App
  • 1-Year Subscription to Cinando

For Buyer Badge prices visit Buyer Registration.

KEY DATES

Buyer Registration Opens
TUESDAY, JUNE 23

Hotel Reservations Opens for Registered Participants
TUESDAY, JUNE 23

Registration Opens

Exhibitors – Offices & Meeting Tables:
TUESDAY, APRIL 8

Early Bird Deadline for Exhibitors:
FRIDAY, MAY 2 

Accredited Buyers:
TUESDAY, JUNE 24

Attendee / Industry Professionals:
TUESDAY, JUNE 24

Onsite Schedule

Exhibitor Check-In Opens:
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Buyer Badge Pick-Up Opens:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10

Attendee Platinum & 5 Day Badge Pickup Opens:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10

Market & LocationEXPO:
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16

The AFM Sessions:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Screenings & Presentations

Just steps from the Exhibit Offices and Buyers Lounge, AFM hosts four full days of premiere screenings of feature films, presentations, and exclusive promo reels across state-of-the-art screens. 

Sales & Production

100s of production and sales companies call AFM home bringing with them 1,000+ new films and projects to present to the world’s Buyers. New packages take center stage and recently completed films and content in all genres, languages and budgets will be on display.

Buyer & IFTA Members Lounge

Exclusive to AFM Buyers and IFTA Member Exhibitors. Your dedicated place to relax and recharge in between meetings and screenings. Catch up on work, check-in with colleagues, and refuel with beverages and snacks. The Lounge is open seating without reserved tables.

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