• The Longlist is now ready and if members want to suggest any more films, programmes and series they can add them here.

• The Longlist will stay open until the nominations close.

• On the 1st January 2026 nominations will open, members will pick their 4 favourite films, programmes and series in each category.

• On the 25th February 2026 nominations will close.

• On the 1st March 2026 voting will open to choose the winners. Members select from the four nominees in each category.

• Voting closes on the 27th March 2026.​

• The awards will be announced on the 24th April 2026.

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Jury Categories:

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The Chris Crookall Cut Above Award for Breakthrough Editor sponsored by Salon. Members please NOMINATE by 25th February 2026
 

The Michael Johns BFE Cut Above Award for Outstanding Assistant Editor. Members please NOMINATE by 25th February 2026
 

The BFE Cut Above Award for Outstanding Contribution to Editing. Members please NOMINATE by 25th February 2026
 

The 2026 BFE Cut Above Awards will take place at Picturehouse Central

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BFE Cut Above Awards Ceremony,

Picturehouse Central - 24th April 2026

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350 guests greeted on the red carpet, offered a photo opportunity in front of our sponsor wall, then into the bars for a welcome drink and canapes.

 

The winners revealed live at the celebrity hosted ceremony.

The ceremony live streamed and available online following the event.

 

After the ceremony, we'll have a party. Dance the night away, get silly with props in the photo booth, or enjoy the evening river view from the Balcony Bar.

Canapes, bowl food plus drinks.

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AWARD CATEGORIES:

• Best Edited Single Drama

• Best Edited Single Documentary or Non-Fiction Programme

• Best Edited Single Animation

• Best Edited Current Affairs

• Best Edited Series: Comedy

• Best Edited Series: Animation

• Best Edited Series: Drama

• Best Edited Series: Documentary or Non-Fiction

• Best Edited British Drama

• Best Edited British Documentary or Non-Fiction Programme

• Chris Crookall Award for Breakthrough Editor - Reflects BFEs’ commitment to encouraging emerging editors.

• Michael Johns Award for Outstanding Assistant Editor - First of its kind showcasing the often hidden yet crucial role of Assistant Editor.

• Outstanding Contribution Award - Honouring an Editor for their legacy and dedication to our craft.
  
  Following the Awards, on the 25th April 2026 there's the Editor's Breakfast Panel at Picturehouse Central. Immerse in the work of editors with a panel of BFE, BAFTA, Eddie and Oscar nominees.