The International Fly Fishing Film Festival consists of premium films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, stories and stoke.

Big fish. Exotic locales. Dangerous conditions. Three anglers and a dog encounter precisely none of these as they set out across the remote expanses of Utah in search of native cutthroat trout. Do they go for the roadside tacos? Or dusty dive bars? Maybe they’re searching for an inner wild and a different kind of trophy—one hidden in plain sight. A story of adventure from Black Mountain Cinema.

Fishing Diaries from acclaimed filmmaker Vaidas Uselis, takes viewers to the breathtaking flats of the Seychelles, where angler Helmut Zaderer faces the challenge of landing massive GTs. The film showcases the thrill of stalking these fish in shallow waters with explosive strikes, and adrenaline-fueled battles. With stunning visuals and unforgettable moments, this is a tribute to the ultimate fly-fishing adventure.

Silent Spotter, from award-winning filmmaker RA Beattie, explores the extraordinary life of Tommy Batun, a deaf and mute fly-fishing guide in Xcalak, Mexico. With wit, honesty, and a touch of irreverence, narrator Jesse Colten provides a glimpse into Tommy’s remarkable journey—one that questions what it means to be a “hero” in the world of saltwater fly fishing.

Paul Puckett’s impact on the fly-fishing, outdoor, and creative worlds is no secret. He wanted to be an artist since he was thirteen years old and the story of his rise to fame and popularity is a testament to the idea of following a dream and showing perseverance. Throughout his journey, Paul has had a unique guardian angel…time. This is their story. An incredible film by award-winning filmmaker, Hilton Graham.

In the Clouds from the Braker Bros follows five friends as they embark on a challenging journey into Colorado’s alpine to test a groundbreaking AI tool. As they battle harsh conditions to document the first inland cutthroat trout for this innovative conservation program, the group discovers that their mission is about more than science. Along the way, they reflect on their shared love of wild places and the importance of preserving these ecosystems for future generations.

New Beginnings from Jesse Males, picks up the story of the iconic Casa Mar and introduces fly-fishing legends Chico Fernandez and Dan Blanton who together, with the late Peter Gorinsky, tell untold stories from the past, address current conservation challenges and uncover what the future of the area needs most. Thrilling fishing sequences mixed with never before seen documentary footage of the area makes New Beginnings a truly riveting piece of fly-fishing film history.

What happens when you lose your fishing buddy, business partner, your muse, and your loving wife all in one moment? Award-winning filmmaker Joshua Caldwell—director of the Netflix hit Mending the Line—once again tackles the subjects of loss, healing, and recovery in the sweeping story of the life and legacy of fly-fishing’s best-known and influential couple, Barry and Cathy Beck.