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METAMORPH AI AWARD 2026

The MetaMorph AI Award is a UK-based global AI film and music festival, judged by a heavyweight panel including John Rhys-Davies (Lord of the Rings, Indiana Jones), David Nutter (Game of Thrones, The Flash), and Timbaland's Stage Zero team โ€” the AI-powered entertainment company founded by Timbaland, Rocky Mudaliar, and Zayd Portillo. Categories span AI Film, AI Animation, and AI Music. The music crossover through Stage Zero opens a unique creative avenue โ€” AI filmmakers working with AI-generated or AI-enhanced soundtracks.

Deadline

2026 submissions open. Check metamorph-award.com for deadlines.

Cost

Check metamorph-award.com for current submission fees

Format

AI films, AI animation, AI music. Multiple categories.

Eligibility

Global โ€” no geographic restrictions.

What You Get

Awards judged by industry heavyweights. Exposure through Stage Zero (Timbaland's AI entertainment company). Cross-discipline recognition across film and music.

What to Submit

AI film, animation, or music submission as specified per category.

Insider Tips

The Timbaland/Stage Zero connection is unique โ€” this is the only AI festival bridging film and music. If your project has a strong soundtrack or musical element enhanced by AI, MetaMorph is your target. The high-profile jury (Rhys-Davies, Nutter) ensures industry attention.

Check metamorph-award.com for 2026 deadlines.

Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.

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