Get ready for an awards event unlike any other – the IDA Documentary Awards are flipping the script!
The IDA Documentary Awards Viewing Platform is now live!
Open to IDA members only, we are providing access to the Best Feature Documentary Nominees and Special Mentions, Best Short Documentary Nominees and Special Mentions, and the Craft Recognition nominees for all categories.
IDA members can vote for the Best Feature Documentary and Best Short Documentary nominees between now and December 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM PT. All films will be available for streaming until December 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT.
Not a member yet but want to watch? Join today!
Key Dates
Announcements
- November 18 – Nominee Announcement (for all categories)
- November 19 – IDA Member Voting Begins (for Best Feature + Best Short categories), IDA Member Viewing Begins (for Best Feature + Best Short + Craft categories)
- December 2 – IDA Member Voting Ends
- December 31 – IDA Member Viewing Ends
Events
- December 4 – Welcome Reception
- December 5 – Meet the Nominees
- December 6 – IDA Documentary Awards Brunch
