POV, public television’s premier showcase for independent, nonfiction film seeks programs from all perspectives to showcase in its annual PBS series. POV accepts films in the following categories: Feature: For completed films & fine cuts. If you feel you have a strong rough cut, you can submit in this category. Short: If your film is 35 minutes or less, please submit in this category. We accept submissions on a rolling basis.
Our broadcast season typically runs from June through October each year, and we program our season about one year prior. Films submitted before July 31st of the current calendar year will be considered for the next broadcast season. Films submitted after July 31st of the current calendar year will be rolled into the consideration process for a future broadcast season. ie. A film submitted on July 15, 2022, will be considered for the 2023 broadcast season. A film submitted on November 13, 2022, will be considered for the 2024 broadcast season.