
LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1
Fri 4 Dec · 18:30
The Horse Hospital
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LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 will showcase a selection of animated student films from top animation and film schools worldwide. The event features 34 films across three hour-long programmes, highlighting various animation techniques. Several filmmakers will be present to discuss their creative processes and inspirations.
Lights, Camera, Animation! This is LIAF’s annual showcase of the most dazzling animated student films selected from the best animation and film schools from all around the world. This is the first step on the animation ladder for these talented filmmakers, and the first time their wild and wonderful imaginations have been unleashed. Stop-motion, drawn animation, collage, cut-out, CGI, clay, ink and almost every other technique these animators can dream up are all on display here. 34 wondrous films in 3 hour-long programmes from the future stars of our animation universe.
This is the first of three screenings tonight of the best student work from all around the world.
Several of the filmmakers will be in attendance. Come along and help us celebrate this incredible work and to gain insights into their creative processes, inspirations, and the challenges they faced while bringing their visions to life.
Films screening:
Visiting the Zoo
The Panic Inside
走 (zǒu)
What's Your Verdict?
About the Line
Hôtel les pieds dans l’eau
I'm Looking for Mr. Laser
Reaper
- +
Bootstrapping for the Boobied
The Happy Pig Brand
Full programme details can be found at https://liaf.org.uk/
This programme is screening as part of the 2026 London International Animation Festival, a 10 day event across London and online from November 27 to December 6.
Please visit https://liaf.org.uk/whats-on-liaf-2026 for the full festival details and schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 takes place on Friday, 4 December 2026 at 18:30.
LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 is held at The Horse Hospital in London (Colonnade, Bloomsbury, WC1N 1HX, London).
Tickets for LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 range from £8.80 to £11. Live prices and availability are shown on WeGotTickets.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Horse Hospital can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 can be booked via WeGotTickets using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 will showcase a selection of animated student films from top animation and film schools worldwide. The event features 34 films across three hour-long programmes, highlighting various animation techniques. Several filmmakers will be present to discuss their creative processes and inspirations.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Lights, Camera, Animation! This is LIAF’s annual showcase of the most dazzling animated student films selected from the best animation and film schools from all around the world. This is the first step on the animation ladder for these talented filmmakers, and the first time their wild and wonderful imaginations have been unleashed. Stop-motion, drawn animation, collage, cut-out, CGI, clay, ink and almost every other technique these animators can dream up are all on display here. 34 wondrous films in 3 hour-long programmes from the future stars of our animation universe.
This is the first of three screenings tonight of the best student work from all around the world.
Several of the filmmakers will be in attendance. Come along and help us celebrate this incredible work and to gain insights into their creative processes, inspirations, and the challenges they faced while bringing their visions to life.
Films screening:
Visiting the Zoo
The Panic Inside
走 (zǒu)
What's Your Verdict?
About the Line
Hôtel les pieds dans l’eau
I'm Looking for Mr. Laser
Reaper
- +
Bootstrapping for the Boobied
The Happy Pig Brand
Full programme details can be found at https://liaf.org.uk/
This programme is screening as part of the 2026 London International Animation Festival, a 10 day event across London and online from November 27 to December 6.
Please visit https://liaf.org.uk/whats-on-liaf-2026 for the full festival details and schedule.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1?
LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 takes place on Friday, 4 December 2026 at 18:30.
Where is LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 taking place?
LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 is held at The Horse Hospital in London (Colonnade, Bloomsbury, WC1N 1HX, London).
How much are tickets for LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1?
Tickets for LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1 range from £8.80 to £11. Live prices and availability are shown on WeGotTickets.
Is there anywhere to stay near LIAF 2026: BEST OF THE NEXT 1?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Horse Hospital can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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