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When life gives most people lemons, Jake somehow ends up with a live grenade. A painfully relatable comedy about one guys daily descent into chaos. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Lars (Bryant Sands) tries to expose the shallowness of his classmates by interviewing Chrissy (Ellie Gerber), the most popular girl in his high school. But he realizes there is more depth to her than he expected. Chrissy herself is drawn to the moody but intelligent Lars. As the chemistry between them becomes too obvious to ignore, they do what any normal teenager would: they fight it.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

An older sister can cast a long, cold shadow. But when they steal your man then it can feel like they're trying to kill you. Better get her first. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

The Eternal Love of Leora and Mathew is a tender, heart-wrenching portrait of a love story not at its beginning, but at its breathtaking end. Married for over 50 years, Leora and Mathew have shared a life full of quiet moments, deep devotion, and an unbreakable bond. As life gently slips away, the couple embarks on one final journey together. Set against the backdrop of memories and a love that defies time, this emotional short captures a moment so intimate and universal, audiences will feel as though they're living it too. A farewell and a promise of eternity*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Cholo Chaplín, a boy whose only sin was being born. While making the rounds at the park he calls home, Cholo comes to the rescue and makes a new friend.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Sometimes we get stuck in the past, but the future continues to move.. The Strength that comes from having no one but oneself is truly beautiful.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

a war is coming.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

A thrilling trip through Darwin‑Award‑style accidents, CSI‑parody investigations, and the off‑kilter world of Accidental Affairs, created by Tom Konkle and David Beeler—a surreal, vertical series that blends Adult Swim-esque absurdity with CSI tropes. The story of a so-called elite team that investigates work‑place accidents and safety violations… but accidentally makes everything far worse. Directed by Tom Konkle. Written and created by Konkle and Beeler. Each case on the show parodies recognizable CSI tropes—investigation boards, VFX reconstructions—except the investigators are monstrosities of incompetence who amplify the chaos. Perfectly aligned with vertical comedy series tone—snappy, absurd, visually bold, formatted for mobile audiences.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

A tired warehouse worker wakes to his phone alarm on a dark, stormy morning. Rain pounds the window as he struggles to get out of bed. His coworker texts that the sick time policy just changed, then asks if he is coming in. The worker replies, "Nah, you are good without me," and gets a simple "Bruh" back. In his mind, the warehouse is falling apart. Conveyor belts jam, boxes crash to the floor, shelves collapse, and water drips from the ceiling. It is chaos. Then he blinks and it is gone. The warehouse is fine, coworkers are working, and nothing is wrong. The destruction was only a daydream to break up the monotony of the day. A quick, relatable story about burnout, quiet acts of rebellion, and the humor in imagining the place collapsing without you.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

After a famous Hollywood actress wakes up alone in the desert with no memory of how she got there, she discovers an hourglass buried in the sand, and is pulled into an experiment that warps time, memory, and reality itself. Will she find her way back to the world she once ruled, or vanish from it forever?*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

In her previous life, she was a highly successful actress but was conspired against by her boyfriend and best friend. Not only did she lose her family and home, but she was also driven to the brink of despair. However, fate granted her a second chance, and she was reborn! In her new life, she focuses all her energy on her career and seizes the opportunity to seek revenge on the scumbag and the scheming woman.

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Years ago, a handsome rising star pursued the plus-sized Best Actress against societal norms, becoming a celebrated couple, but after achieving fame, he shockingly killed his wife and daughter, initially blaming a home invasion. Little did he know, his daughter has returned with a hidden identity, determined to avenge her mother and bring him to justice.

Clyde enlists small time actress, Violet, to play the role of his long-lost sister, fulfilling his father's dying wish. Together, they face constant scrutiny and challenges from the antagonist. Living together , they inadvertently developed a forbidden romance. Determined to prove their taboo relationship, the antagonist sought to tarnish their reputation, leading Clyde's father to arrange Violet's marriage to another. In a desperate bid to reclaim their love, Clyde resolved to interrupt the wedding ceremony...

Three years ago, Jack Hawkins saved heiress Grace Christensen from an evil stalker, but when they reunite, a misunderstanding turns them into enemies. Now, with Grace's safety threatened again, her father hires Jack as her personal bodyguard. When they're forced to spend every second together, will they be able to resist each other?

Amelia Everhart has been a maid her whole life, until she realizes she’s the long-lost heiress of the Keller family, the most powerful family in LA. However, her evil-stepsister steals her identity and her 3 brothers kick her out. Now, she’s risen up from the ashes – and she vows to take her sweet sweet revenge.

When Chloe's first day of camp, her nemesis Morgan reveals that she's a virgin to all of the other counselors, and the guys at camp compete to see who takes Chloe's V-Card. But when she's saved by bad boy counselor Asher, she meets the first person who gets her to let her guard down. Can Chloe and Asher's relationship a summer of crazy campers, wild bonfires, and a hoard of counselors who want to tear their relationship apart?

Vivian comes home early to celebrate her son Noah's engagement party, but his fiancée Mia mistakes her as his mistress, resulting in Vivian's public shame and abuse. When Noah arrives and finds his mother missing, he quickly erupts in anger and vows to find his mother at all costs!

Pampered real heiress Ellie is framed and sent to juvenile detention by her family. They believe she lives comfortably, unaware that under the fake daughter's orders, Ellie suffers brutal abuse. Three years later, she is released, broken inside, but still seen as spoiled. Only when her father beats her and her prosthetic falls off do they realize the truth...

Taken in as a ward of the Calvert family, Eva has always loved Declan Calvert, the boy who grew up as her protector. Nonverbal since birth, she struggles to express her feelings in a marriage built on duty—Declan only married her to honor his grandfather’s dying wish. Trapped in a toxic union, Eva endures Declan’s cruelty and his mistress Selene’s relentless schemes to drive her out. Despite it all, Eva clings to the hope that Declan might rediscover the love they once shared as children. Bound by silence, Eva must decide: fight for his heart or break free before it’s too late.

You just got dumped by your cheating husband who doesn’t realize you are actually British royalty! Your dad finds you 3 badass fiancés to show him up. But you only have 7 days to pick! Who do you choose? Or can you have all three?

Fiance dumps you, wake up next morning next to a hot escort who might solve your problems.

In a previous life, heiress Emily was a genius in the hacker field. In a global competition, fake heiress Olivia accuses Emily of plagiarism, which totally destroys her reputation. Her family believes these false accusations and kicks Emily out of the house. In the end, she’s killed by fake heiress Olivia. In her second life, not only does Emily cut off her ties with her blind to the truth family, but she also gives Fake Heiress Olivia who was falsely accusing her of plagiarism a slap in the face.

In Thoman Estate two families—the affluent Kane's and the middle-class Sands —become close due to an unspoken bond they share. Ann Kane is married to Noah, a powerful businessman known for his shrewdness. Across town, Joan Sands is married to Mark, a kind but flawed artist who often feels overshadowed by his wife’s steady determination and grit being the breadwinner. Things become more tense when the Joan discover, Noah and Mark are having affairs with the same person Sandra. Ann learns this from her. At first, they each plan separate schemes to deal with their cheating spouses. However, after confiding in each other, the two women decide to work together to rein in the mistresses, whom they assume are different people. Joan realizes that her husband’s mistress, Sandra, has been encouraging him to treat her better, subtly building up his self-esteem. Intrigued by the positive influence Sandra has on Mark, Ann decides to hire Sandra to “tame” Noah and perhaps even bring him back to her. But things go awry when Ann and Joan discover that both of their husbands have been seeing Sandra...

Chloe Lynch, hailing from a humble rural background, struggles under the scrutiny of her superiors during her probation and faces pressure from her family. An unforeseen encounter with CEO Adrian Hawthorne not only secures her position but changes her life dramatically. Expecting triplets, Chloe discovers a newfound ally in Adrian, who supports her through professional hurdles and familial challenges. Together, they embark on a journey toward lasting happiness.

Selina Murphy, a wealthy heiress, goes undercover as an intern at her fiancé's company—only to cross paths with Grace, a cunning opportunist from the wrong side of the tracks. Grace brazenly steals Selina's identity and, with the help of their coworkers, relentlessly bullies the "new girl." But Grace picked the wrong target this time. The real heiress is about to fight back.

Betty Bennett is a beautiful woman wanted by every rich man in Fraudensia. After all, she is the best escort for a high-end group of personnels. She is approached to murder Austin by his wife, Janice, who promises her a sizeable portion of Austin’s inheritance. However, the night of the murder turns out to be the beginning of the fight for her life. Frightened for her safety, she runs to her brother for help. Betty needs to find out what is really going on. Her stubborn nature won’t let her sit around and let everything fall into place. Terry learns that Janice was once his ex-lover. The end to their relationship was bitter with one almost killing the other. Determined to get revenge on Terry and his family, Janice is blind to how everything will eventually affect her. Betty learns the truth. Betty chases after Janice so she pays for ruining her life and reputation. Betty sets her trap, making sure that Janice never hurts anyone again. A murder, a cover up and a conspiracy story is what drives this series of the Mistress trap. Will Betty finally emerge on top? What secrets will be uncovered in this series?

Fiance dumps you, wake up next morning next to a hot escort who might solve your problems.

When Amelia Monroe finds out that hoemcoming queens are dying at her family's academy, she poses as a student to investigate the cause. But she meets her match with Kristy Troy - the baddest bully at Monroe Academy. When they face off for homecoming queen - who will win? And will Amelia save her family's school?

She was a successful businesswoman with a perfect life—until her husband’s mistress, a live-streaming influencer, barged in with the “Anti-Mistress Alliance,” accusing her of being the homewrecker. Humiliated and enraged, she began to suspect her husband, who denied everything. As her best friend’s suspicious closeness to him came to light, betrayal surrounded her on all sides. With her husband and his mistresses plotting against her, she decided to fight back. How will this toxic marriage end?

A modern screenwriter finds herself transported into her own script, becoming the notorious villainess. The original character had tormented the future antagonist into a "fragile" guy! To survive, she switches to "pampering" mode, instantly transforming into a devoted husband-loving fanatic!

At your wedding, someone actually brought a DNA report to question your identity! Even your family and boyfriend believed it! On your wedding day, after being humiliated and shut away, you lost your confidence and began to doubt your life. That's when he appeared like a ray of light, helping you stand tall again. Slowly emerging from the shadow, you decide not to be weak anymore! With the support of true love, you vow to prove yourself, reclaim everything, and make the wrongdoers pay the price!

Diagnosed with terminal cancer and given three months to live, she starts taking revenge on those who hurt her. Then, a call from the doctor reveals it was a misdiagnosis!

On the day of the wedding dress fitting, I'm dragged into the fitting room by my fiancé's brother, humiliated, and in pain. I grit my teeth, enduring it, 'Does my innocent brother know you've been played by me?' I've been running for seven years, hoping to escape the nightmare, but I can't seem to shake his grip.

A wealthy heir conceals his identity and falls in love with his girlfriend. Following a tragic car accident that leaves him in a vegetative state, his girlfriend stays by his side, unwavering in her devotion. Eight years later, he finally wakes up...

The woman had a crush on the president since she was young, but she didn't dare to approach him because of her fat body. When she grew up, her appearance changed a lot. As his assistant, she accidentally had a relationship with the president, but she was afraid that he would dislike her, so she didn't dare to reveal her identity. Unexpectedly, someone else took her identity and even wanted to kill her...?

Lucilia informs Ricardo that she's pregnant. She wants him to do the right thing: take responsibility for the child and marry her. Ricardo refuses. She begins to blackmail and put pressure on him, by sending him inappropriate messages and showing up at his house unannounced. Ricardo is furious but he doesn't know how to handle the situation. Will Ricardo find a way out of the mess? Will Lucilia force Ricardo to bend to her will or will she settle for Jeremy? How far is Jeremy willing to go to fight for his love?...

Lucilia is an average woman who lives a very mundane life, but she has a guilty pleasure, she is in love with her boss, Ricardo. Lucilia's boyfriend, Jeremy, becomes suspicious of her. One day he goes through her phone and finds hundreds of Ricardo's personal pictures and unsent love letters for him. Things get heated up. Her and Ricardo start having an affair under Jeremy's nose...

In her past life, when the legitimate daughter Leah Bates became pregnant, Elara Bates was deceived into becoming her brother-in-law's concubine. Unbeknownst to her, Leah's childbirth marked the end of Elara's life. Given a second chance, Elara carefully orchestrates her rise, first winning over her brother-in-law's influential father to secure her role as Duchess. She then reclaims her rightful place in the Bates family, exacting vengeance on those who wronged her.

Modern college student Grace Song wakes up as the villainous pregnant ex-wife in a period novel. The original Grace desperately wanted to marry into power, finally seducing William Hay into marriage. But when the Hay family was framed and sent to the countryside, she abandoned William and aborted their child, later suffering a tragic fate with an abusive husband.

The daughter of the wealthiest man escaped her own wedding to look for her long-lost boyfriend. By chance, she encountered a college classmate who impersonated her, secretly wearing the jewelry of the wealthy man’s daughter and pretending to be the heir. When the real heir was being bullied, she met her boyfriend, who was cold towards her and was about to marry the impostor. At her boyfriend’s wedding with the impostor, the real heir exposed the impostor’s identity.

Vivian comes home early to celebrate her son Noah's engagement party, but his fiancée Mia mistakes her as his mistress, resulting in Vivian's public shame and abuse. When Noah arrives and finds his mother missing, he quickly learns that Mia's claims stemmed from a misunderstanding, and he manages to rescue the distressed Vivian. Everyone involved in abusing Vivian is questioned. Mia lies and claims she's pregnant with Noah's child. This prompts Noah and Vivian to demand a DNA test to confirm the baby is Noah's. Meanwhile, her efforts to charm Noah's grandmother, Catherine, backfire when Catherine uncovers that Mia has given her fake birthday gifts. Infuriated, Catherine declares that Mia cannot marry into the Harper family. In a desperate act, Mia plans to poison Vivian using tea but is asked to drink a cup before Vivian. When confronted, she blames her friend for her actions. The truth unfolds when the actual father of Mia's child arrives, unveiling her scheme. The villains are dragged away as the Harper family reunites across three generations.

After an unexpected encounter, she gave birth to a son. Six years later, the man from that one-night stand learns the truth and begins searching for the child. In the process, she accidentally crosses paths with him, leading to a series of humorous and contentious interactions. In the end, the son reunites with his paternal family, and they all begin a life filled with happiness and togetherness.

After losing her memory in a cruel scheme, heiress Adela Conley was taken in and married by Shawn Gould. She thought they would live happily ever after—until a staged one-night stand led to her sudden divorce and exile. When Shawn's mistress tried to kill her in a car crash, the Conleys saved her, and her memory miraculously returned. With Dalton Herman, the CEO who had a secret crush on her by her side, she was ready to take back everything and burn her enemies to the ground!

My loving and peaceful life with my husband was shattered by the sudden appearance of my missing ex-boyfriend. I slowly began to realize that my memory seemed to have problems! As my memory gradually returned, I discovered that my husband not only deceived me but might also be the one responsible for my mother's death. The more I tried to uncover the truth, the more he hid it. Should I still stay by his side?

After being swapped by her birth mother, who favored boys over girls, she went from being a heiress to a poor girl. By chance, she crossed paths with the fake heir who wanted to kill her for wealth and status after learning their true identities. With danger looming, how will she face it?

On the day of the wedding dress fitting, I'm dragged into the fitting room by my fiancé's brother, humiliated, and in pain. I grit my teeth, enduring it, 'Does my innocent brother know you've been played by me?' I've been running for seven years, hoping to escape the nightmare, but I can't seem to shake his grip.

Dr. Heal was attacked. The assassins forced him to give them Compendium of Medicine. Dr. Heal sealed his soul in a compass. The chosen one would open it with his blood and inherit all Dr. Heal's medical skills...

Bonnie was born into wealth and privilege, but thanks to Isabel’s schemes, she married the wrong man, suffering disfigurement, betrayal, and the ruin of her family. Reborn, she quietly sets her sights on the seemingly lowly adopted son of the Nail family. Only she knows that this boy, now overlooked, is destined for greatness. Power, wealth, and influence await him.

It’s back to school for the cast of Taming My Bullies! Meg Bush, Cameron Porras, and Travis Owens face off in a series of games in this High School Challenge episode to see who really rules the school. Plus, they spill stories about flirting on set, first kisses, and even a few fights!

You just got dumped by your cheating husband who doesn’t realize you are actually British royalty! Your dad finds you 3 badass fiancés to show him up. But you only have 7 days to pick! Who do you choose? Or can you have all three?

Jesse Morales is taking our vertical stars to the court! Watch as he schools them on the basics of tennis, puts them through a series of warm ups, and challenges them to a thrilling 2v2 match. In the end, Fulop Budavari, Madeleine Rocha-Barnette, and Savannah Coffee face off for a special prize. Who will come out on top?