KCUFF 2025 – September 12–20 at Charlotte Street

The 2025 Kansas City Underground Film Festival returns September 12–20 at the Charlotte Street Foundation. Join us for six days of bold, original, and unforgettable cinema from around the world; completely free to attend.

The full lineup and schedule will be announced August 15, so stay tuned and get ready to see something different.

No Admission.

The Kansas City Underground film festival prides itself on being an open and financially accessible event.

Donations are appreciated but never required.

No Industry.

The Kansas City Underground Film Festival exists only to bring unique, underappreciated films to the people who want to see them.

If you're looking for a place to sell your film or become a star, we may not be the festival for you.

If you’re looking for a welcoming and passionate place to screen your film, you’re in the right place. We love movies and love sharing them with our community.

No Limits.

Action, sci-fi, horror, drama, comedy, romance, thriller, low-budget, no-budget. It makes no difference to us.

The Kansas City Underground Film Festival welcomes all genres, budgets, and experiences. Does your film not fit in at other festivals? WE WANT TO SEE IT!