Creator Spotlights
How Felicia Day’s The Guild Became the Most Crowdfunded Film of All Time
Felicia Day discusses why she returned to The Guild after 20th years, and why she took her idea to Kickstarter.
Film
Dive into the world of independent filmmaking. This category highlights Kickstarter's role in bringing unique, compelling narratives to the screen, from documentaries to feature films.
Film
Kickstarter Films and Creators Take the Stage at SXSW 2026
At SXSW 2026, Kickstarter celebrates the films, filmmakers, and Kickstarter alumni shaping independent cinema.
Film
Short Films Start Here: Long Story Short 2026 Returns
Whether you’re an established filmmaker or bringing your first short to life, March is one of the most powerful times of year to launch on Kickstarter.
Film
From Crowdfunding to the Big Screen: Kickstarter Films at Sundance 2026
Meet the four projects that rode the wave of community support all the way to one of indie film’s biggest stages.
Forward Funds
Kickstarter and Tubi Present: FilmStream Collective
A new initiative helping independent filmmakers get funded – and streamed
Film
Kickstarter Films Premiering at SXSW 2025
From Kickstarter to SXSW: Two Indie Films Take Center Stage
Case Studies
Case Study: From ‘Long Story Short’ to the SXSW Film Festival
Filmmaker Winnie Cheung’s Kickstarter-funded short film defied the odds, premiering at SXSW’s 2025 Midnight Short Competition presented by Vimeo.
Newsroom
Introducing Learning Lab: A Free Crowdfunding Course in Partnership with LaunchBoom
A new online video curriculum designed to make crowdfunding more accessible and help creators launch successful campaigns with expert-backed insights.
Film
Kickstarter Films Premiering at Sundance 2025
How two Kickstarter-funded films, The Things We Keep and Such Good Friends, are making waves at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.
Open Calls
Long Story Short 2025: Launch Your Short Film on Kickstarter
Join our annual celebration of short films and showcase your vision to the world this March.
Creator Tips
How Early-Bird Rewards Can Help Get Your Campaign Funded in 24 Hours
Unlock the power of early-bird rewards to captivate backers, build momentum, and secure funding faster on Kickstarter.
Introduction to Kickstarter and Crowdfunding
The ABCs of Crowdfunding: A Complete Glossary for Campaign Success
To help you navigate the world of crowdfunding, we've compiled a comprehensive glossary of terms from A to Z.
