Google has partnered with XPRIZE and Range Media Partners to launch the Future Vision competition, offering $3.5 million in funding to foster optimistic storytelling about technology. Filmmakers are invited to submit three-minute short films or trailers depicting tech-forward futures before the August 15, 2026 deadline. The initiative aims to lower production barriers and help emerging creators scale short concepts into feature films.
How the Competition Works
The Future Vision XPRIZE asks creators to produce short films or trailers up to three minutes long that present positive visions of the future. Submissions can be produced using traditional live-action, animation, or AI-assisted creative tools like Google Flow.
As the creative technology partner through its 100 ZEROS initiative, Google will provide technical resources and hands-on guidance to participants, aiming to show how generative technology can augment human creativity during the filmmaking process.
Key Competition Details
- Prize Pool: $3.5 million total competition funding backed by Google's 100 ZEROS initiative.
- Submission Deadline: Open now through August 15, 2026.
- Format: 3-minute short films or concept trailers.
- Accepted Media: Live-action, animation, or AI tools such as Google Flow.
- Grand Prize Support: Production and creative backing to turn the winning entry into a full feature film.
Bridging Short Clips to Feature Films
According to Google, the grand prize winner will receive support to turn their short trailer into a full-length movie. By combining Range Media Partners' industry access with Google's technical tooling, the program gives independent creators a pathway into feature development.