Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has today opened registrations for SCREEN FOREVER 41, returning to Queensland's Gold Coast from 4–6 May 2027, with a refreshed Industry Forum and the introduction of Australian Screen Market, marking a new direction for the event's industry discussions and business-to-business market activities.

Building on the recently announced Industry Forum and its refreshed program, Australian Screen Market will evolve the established SPA Connect offering into a more distinctive and internationally recognisable marketplace designed to support the growth of Australian screen production businesses.

SPA Council President Tracey Vieira said SCREEN FOREVER continues to play an important role in bringing the industry together and supporting its future growth.

"SCREEN FOREVER is an essential gathering for Australia's screen industry, providing an opportunity for producers and industry leaders to connect, share knowledge and build the relationships that drive our sector forward.

"As Australian screen businesses navigate an increasingly competitive and rapidly changing global environment, access to market intelligence, investment and commercial partnerships has never been more important.

"The introduction of Australian Screen Market reflects our ambition to strengthen these opportunities, creating a more connected marketplace that supports Australian producers in developing projects, growing their businesses and building relationships both domestically and internationally."

INTRODUCING AUSTRALIAN SCREEN MARKET

Positioned around "Where connections become opportunities", Australian Screen Market will bring together Australian and international producers with commissioners, distributors, investors and production partners to advance projects, forge partnerships and unlock new commercial opportunities.

Building on the established foundations of SPA Connect, the new identity brings the market's existing activities under a cohesive banner, with an increased focus on connecting Australian screen businesses to international markets and emerging opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region.

The 2027 Australian Screen Market offering will comprise three components:

AUSTRALIAN SCREEN MARKET ONLINE (ASM Online) | 28–29 April 2027

Two days of curated online market activities connecting Australian producers with international decision-makers through ASM ONLINE > ROUNDTABLE, offering market intelligence and insights, and ASM ONLINE > PITCH, providing targeted one-on-one pitching opportunities.

GLOBAL CONNECT | 3 May 2027

A targeted event on the Gold Coast focused on developing international relationships, exploring co-production opportunities and connecting Australian producers with potential global partners.

AUSTRALIAN SCREEN MARKET (ASM) | 4–6 May 2027

Taking place alongside SCREEN FOREVER on the Gold Coast, the market will feature three programs: ASM > ROUNDTABLE, ASM > PITCH and ASM > COLLAB. Together, these provide opportunities for market preparation, industry intelligence, curated pitching and partnerships between Australian production businesses.

SCREEN FOREVER 41 RETURNS TO THE GOLD COAST

SCREEN FOREVER 41 returns to the Gold Coast with the support of Principal Partner, the Queensland Government through Screen Queensland, and Major Partner, Gold Coast Film Commission.

The continued support of these partners plays an important role in bringing Australian and international screen industry leaders together on the Gold Coast, creating opportunities for industry collaboration, investment and business growth.

Screen Queensland CEO Jacqui Feeney said, "The Queensland Government, through Screen Queensland, is proud to support SCREEN FOREVER. Bringing Australia’s screen industry leaders together creates valuable opportunities to share knowledge, build connections and turn creative ambition into commercial success. 

"Our partnership with Screen Producers Australia to deliver this important event on the Gold Coast reflects our shared commitment to building a strong, sustainable and globally connected screen sector."

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said, “Our city has a proud history of supporting film and television productions on a local, national and international level.’’

“Today, we remain the only council in Australia with a dedicated Film Attraction Unit as we know the value the screen industry brings to our city’s diversified economy.

“In so many ways, SCREEN FOREVER is integral in our evolution as a destination where film magic happens. Congratulations on 41 years of excellence and achievements.’’

Registrations for SCREEN FOREVER 41 are now open, with delegates encouraged to secure their 3-Day Badge to access the Industry Forum program and Australian Screen Market opportunities. Some market programs are subject to application or advance booking.

Further details of the program, speakers, market participants and industry opportunities will be announced in the lead-up to the event.

For registration information, visit screenforever.org.au.

SCREEN FOREVER is proudly supported by the Queensland Government, through Screen Queensland.

Principal Partner - Screen Queensland

Major Partner - Gold Coast Film Commission / Invest Gold Coast

Major Government Partner - Screen Australia