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Best Short Film

Reviewed by Lunoo Research Team · Updated Jun 21, 2026

219 ranked ·

Top-rated short film ranked by our AI-powered scoring system.

· Re-ranked 1 week ago
#2
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

The Wonderful Story of Henry S...

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar is Wes Anderson's 2023 Roald Dahl short for Netflix, winner of the 2024 Oscar for live-action short film.

8.62 Great
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World of Tomorrow

World of Tomorrow

World of Tomorrow is a 2015 animated short by Don Hertzfeldt, noted for its Oscar nomination and award-winning science-fiction meditation on memory.

9.08 Excellent
#3
Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave

Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shav...

Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave is a 1995 British Aardman stop-motion short by Nick Park, Oscar-winning and the debut of Shaun the Sheep.

8.55 Great
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7.4 Avg Score
1 Rated Excellent
9.1 Top Ranked Score
Summary: The best short film in 2026 is World of Tomorrow with a score of 9.08/10, followed by The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (8.62) and Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave (8.55). This ranking is based on Lunoo's AI-powered scoring system which evaluates 219 short film across category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value. Rankings were last refreshed on Jun 21, 2026.

table_chart Top 5 at a Glance

# Name Score Price Best For
#1 World of Tomorrow World of Tomorrow 9.08 - -
#2 The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar 8.62 - -
#3 Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave 8.55 - -
#4 If Anything Happens I Love You If Anything Happens I Love You 8.42 - -
#5 For the Birds For the Birds 8.42 - -

leaderboard Full Short Film Rankings

Best 1 Night and Fog

Night and Fog is Alain Resnais's 1956 French short documentary on Nazi camps, notable for pairing archival images with color footage of Auschwitz and Majdanek.

2 World of Tomorrow

World of Tomorrow is a 2015 animated short by Don Hertzfeldt, noted for its Oscar nomination and award-winning science-fiction meditation on memory.

3 The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar is Wes Anderson's 2023 Roald Dahl short for Netflix, winner of the 2024 Oscar for live-action short film.

4 Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave

Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave is a 1995 British Aardman stop-motion short by Nick Park, Oscar-winning and the debut of Shaun the Sheep.

5 La Maison en Petits Cubes

In a flooded town where the waters are ever-rising, an old man must constantly build new floors onto his home in order to keep dry. But when his favorite smoking pipe falls into the watery abyss beneath him, he dives into the depths of not only his house, but memories of years past. Tsumiki no Ie is...

6 For the Birds

For the Birds is Ralph Eggleston's 2000 Pixar animated short, released with Monsters, Inc. and winner of the 2002 animated short Oscar.

7 If Anything Happens I Love You

If Anything Happens I Love You is a 2020 American animated short by Will McCormack and Michael Govier, Oscar-winning for its school-shooting grief story.

8 Father and Daughter

Father and Daughter is a 2000 Dutch-British animated short by Michael Dudok de Wit, winner of the 2001 Oscar for Best Animated Short Film.

9 Piper
Piper

Piper is a 2016 Pixar animated short by Alan Barillaro, noted for winning the Oscar and its detailed depiction of a hungry sandpiper chick.

10 The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore

The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore is a 2011 animated short by William Joyce and Brandon Oldenburg, winner of the 2012 Oscar.

11 Ice Merchants

Ice Merchants is a 2022 animated short by Portugal's Joao Gonzalez, the first Portuguese production nominated for the animated short Oscar.

12 The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is a 2022 animated short from Charlie Mackesy's book that won both the Oscar and BAFTA short animation awards.

13 Lycoris Recoil: Friends are thieves of time.

Lycoris Recoil presents a unique anime experience centered around Chisato, Takina, and their companions at the Lycoris Operations agency. The series explores their diverse daily tasks involving espionage, investigation, and unusual client work within a retro-futuristic setting. Notably, each short f...

14 An Irish Goodbye

An Irish Goodbye is a 2022 Irish comedy short by Tom Berkeley and Ross White, winner of the 2023 Oscar and BAFTA for live-action short film.

15 In the Shadow of the Cypress

In the Shadow of the Cypress is a 2023 Iranian animated short by Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani that won the 2025 Oscar for animated short.

16 Ryan
Ryan

Ryan is a 2004 Canadian animated documentary by Chris Landreth about animator Ryan Larkin, winner of the 2005 Oscar.

17 Bao
Bao

Bao is a 2018 Pixar animated short by Domee Shi, Oscar-winning for its magical-realist story of a Chinese Canadian mother and a dumpling child.

18 Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing

At a CD store, Ichika Hoshino hears a song by Miku that she has never heard before. On the monitor, she sees a "Hatsune Miku" in a form she has never seen before, and couldn't help say it out loud, "Miku!?" Miku was surprised at the voice, her eyes meet Ichika's, but she disappears shortly after. La...

19 Day & Night

Day & Night is a 2010 Pixar short by Teddy Newton, Oscar-nominated for mixing 2D characters with 3D scenes inside their silhouettes.

20 Ninety-Five Senses

Ninety-Five Senses is a 2022 American animated short by Jared and Jerusha Hess, Oscar-nominated for Tim Blake Nelson's death-row monologue.

21 The Neighbors' Window

The Neighbors' Window is a 2019 American short by Marshall Curry, Oscar-winning for its drama inspired by a true story from Love and Radio.

22 Nobody
Nobody

Can one embark on a journey to the West without extraordinary abilities? A little pig demon decides to leave Langlang Mountain and team up with a toad demon, a weasel demon, and a gorilla monster to complete their pilgrimage. What trials will the little demons encounter on their westward journey? Wi...

23 The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent

The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent is a 2024 Croatian short by Nebojsa Slijepcevic that won Cannes' Short Film Palme d'Or.

24 Geri's Game

Geri's Game is a 1997 Pixar animated short by Jan Pinkava, winner of the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film and later paired with A Bug's Life.

25 Curfew
Curfew

Curfew is a 2012 U.S. live-action short by Shawn Christensen, winner of the 2013 Oscar and later expanded into the feature Before I Disappear.

26 The Dam Keeper

The Dam Keeper is a 2014 U.S. animated short by Robert Kondo and Daisuke Tsutsumi, noted for its Oscar nomination and Tonko House origins.

27 Six Shooter

Six Shooter is a 2004 UK-Ireland live-action short by Martin McDonagh, starring Brendan Gleeson and winner of the 2006 Oscar.

28 A Matter of Loaf and Death

A Matter of Loaf and Death is a 2008 Wallace and Gromit stop-motion short by Nick Park, BAFTA-winning and Oscar-nominated.

29 Kitbull
Kitbull

Kitbull is a 2019 Pixar SparkShorts film by Rosana Sullivan, Oscar-nominated for its traditionally animated cat-and-dog friendship story.

30 La Vieille Dame et les Pigeons

La Vieille Dame et les Pigeons is a 1997 animated short by Sylvain Chomet, winner at Annecy and later an Oscar nominee.

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Short Film in 2026?
According to our AI-powered rankings, World of Tomorrow is currently rated as the best Short Film with a score of 9.1/10. Other top-rated options include World of Tomorrow, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave.
How are these Short Film ranked?
Our rankings use an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value for money. Each Short Film receives a 0 to 10 Lunoo score.
How often are the rankings updated?
Our rankings are updated continuously as new data becomes available. Scores are recalculated regularly to ensure you always see the most current and accurate ratings.
What are the top 5 Short Film in 2026?
The top 5 Short Film in 2026 are: World of Tomorrow, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave, If Anything Happens I Love You, For the Birds. These are ranked by our AI-powered scoring system based on category fit, features, pricing signals, public reception, and recency.
How many Short Film are ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo currently ranks 219 Short Film, of which 1 have earned a Brilliant rating (9.0+). New options are added and scored regularly.
Which Short Film is ranked first?
World of Tomorrow is currently ranked #1 with a Lunoo score of 9.1/10 in our Short Film rankings.
Is World of Tomorrow worth it?
World of Tomorrow scores 9.1/10, making it one of the highest-rated Short Film available. Its strong rating reflects excellent performance across our evaluation criteria.
What should I look for when choosing a Short Film?
Key factors include your specific use case, budget, features offered, ease of use, and long-term value. Our scoring system evaluates these factors objectively. Compare the top options above to find the best fit.
Are there any free Short Film options?
Some Short Film offer free plans or trials. Check each option's website for current pricing. Our rankings focus on overall quality regardless of price point.
What is the difference between top-rated Short Film?
While World of Tomorrow and The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar are both highly rated, they differ in features, pricing, and target audience. Use our comparison tool to see detailed side-by-side differences.
Can I compare Short Film on Lunoo?
Yes! Lunoo offers a detailed comparison tool. Click the compare icon on any two items to see a side-by-side analysis of scores, features, pros, and cons.
How accurate are Lunoo's Short Film rankings?
Our AI-powered scoring system is calibrated against established ground truth sources and continuously improved. We analyze features, expert reviews, user feedback, and market data to provide the most objective rankings possible.

science How We Rank

Every short film is scored across 12 weighted criteria from hundreds of verified sources:

  • Features & Capabilities - Comprehensive analysis of what each option offers
  • User Reviews - Aggregated feedback from real users across platforms
  • Expert Opinions - Professional reviews and industry recognition
  • Value for Money - Cost-effectiveness relative to features
  • Reliability & Support - Track record and customer service quality

Rankings are updated continuously as new information becomes available.

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