Monmouth Film Festival

08/26/2026

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

Today, as our nation celebrates 250 years of history, hope, and the enduring spirit of freedom, we’re reminded of the stories that bring us together and the communities that make America so special!

As we look back on this moment from the 2019 Monmouth Film Festival, we’re reminded of the incredible people who have joined us throughout the years to celebrate service, community, and the values that unite us. It remains one of many cherished memories that reflects the heart of our festival!

Rooted here in New Jersey, the Monmouth Film Festival is proud to celebrate the storytellers, artists, and dreamers who help shape our communities while welcoming filmmakers from across America and around the world. Through the power of cinema, we’re reminded that every story has the ability to inspire, connect, and build understanding.

On this Independence Day, we celebrate not only our nation’s remarkable past, but the promise of its future, and the freedom that allows creativity, expression, and new voices to flourish.

From our Monmouth Film Festival family to yours, thank you for being part of our American story!

Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸🎬✨

06/24/2026

The film industry is building up in NJ!!!

Fort Monmouth's 12 planned sound stages, hotel and visitor attractions are expected to create thousands of jobs and revive the local economy.

06/20/2026

The word is spreading about the return of this great showcase for independent films in NJ!

HOLMDEL – As the red carpet rolled out at Bell Works, the venue that brought Apple TV+’s series “Severance” to life was transformed into a bustling hub for filmmakers, industry professionals, students and educators for the return of the Monmouth Film Festival (MFF) after a five-year hiatus.

06/20/2026

It's all happening in Monmouth County!

Alongside a big name in the film business, Monmouth County is getti...

06/18/2026

06/15/2026

🎬 New Jersey legend Bobby Valli at MFF 2026!

The Monmouth Film Festival was honored to welcome Bobby Valli — proud brother of Frankie Valli — to the red carpet and the 2026 MFF Awards Ceremony!

Bobby brought classic Jersey energy, charm, and star power to festival weekend, joining us for a special appearance and presenting the "Best New Jersey Film Award" as we celebrated the incredible filmmakers representing our home state.

Check it out and relive this special MFF 2026 moment!

06/15/2026

🎬 TV Pilot Premiere Interview at MFF 2026!

We caught up with cast members George Clements and Daria Minerva-Clements to talk about - “Can’t Quit Moving” - featured as part of the 2026 Monmouth Film Festival TV Pilot lineup.

The pilot follows George, a fourth-generation mover, as he tries to be a fun and dedicated boss while leading a crew of unconventional movers through the chaos, comedy, and personality of the job.

Check out the interview and hear more about the premiere of - “Can’t Quit Moving” - at MFF 2026!