Coverfly Is Shutting Down: Here's What Screenwriters Need to Know (and Where to Go Next)
The screenwriting community was rocked by the announcement that Coverfly, the popular platform that has helped countless writers build their careers, officially shut down on August 1, 2025. For the thousands of screenwriters who relied on Coverfly for contest submissions, portfolio building, and industry connections, this news comes as a significant blow.
What's Happening with Coverfly?
After being acquired as part of a larger corporate consolidation (Backstage acquired Industry Arts, which was then bought by Cast & Crew), Coverfly has become another casualty in the ongoing reshuffling of the screenplay services landscape. This shutdown follows the closure of other popular platforms like WeScreenplay, ScreenCraft, and The Script Lab, signaling a dramatic shift in how writers access industry opportunities.
What Screenwriters Stand to Lose
The impact on writers extends beyond just losing another platform:
Your digital portfolio of contest placements and achievements will disappear
Industry Score tracking that many writers used to showcase their credibility
The Red List, which helped scripts gain visibility
Peer-to-peer reading networks that provided valuable feedback
Direct access to industry professionals through Coverfly's network
Don't Panic: There's a Path Forward
While Coverfly's closure marks the end of an era, it won’t mean the end of your screenwriting career. At Kinolime, we understand the importance of community, competition, and industry connection for emerging writers—which is why we've built a platform specifically designed to support writers like you through every stage of their career.
Why Kinolime Is the Natural Choice for Displaced Coverfly Users
Our platform addresses the core needs that Coverfly users will be looking for:
Competition and Recognition
Like Coverfly, Kinolime hosts prestigious competitions with substantial prizes—currently offering an actual multi-million dollar movie deal and $20,000+ in option agreements. But we go further by providing unique opportunities like expert script coverage, free courses, and burgeoning online Discord, helping your scripts come alive in ways that traditional platforms couldn't.
Global Community
With 10,000+ users across 210 countries, Kinolime offers the international reach that serious writers need. Our platform maintains the community spirit that made Coverfly special while adding innovative features that enhance the writing experience. Join our active Discord community moderated by screenwriter Kole Lee, who brings his experience from Screenwriting in LA and managing our Kinolime Instagram accounts—providing real-time support and networking opportunities that were missing from other platforms.
Expert Screenplay Coverage
Unlike platforms that relied solely on peer reviews, Kinolime provides professional coverage through our team of screenwriters and professional analysts. Our reviewers bring industry experience to every script, ensuring you get the caliber of feedback that can truly elevate your work. Whether you need detailed development notes or strategic guidance, our coverage system is designed to not only call out gaps in your script but offer suggestions and ideas to resolve things so you can get your script ready for producers and filmmakers.
Making the Transition Smooth
We're committed to helping Coverfly users transition seamlessly:
Simple Migration: Our platform is designed for writers who already understand the submission process
Familiar Features: Writer dashboards, competition tracking, and portfolio building remain central to our platform
Enhanced Opportunities: Access new pathways to industry success through our unique competition format
What You Should Do Now
With August 1st approaching, here's your action plan:
Download all your Coverfly data before it disappears
Join Kinolime to continue building your screenwriting resume
Submit to our active competitions to maintain momentum
Connect with fellow writers in our growing community
The Bigger Picture
The consolidation in the screenwriting services industry is unfortunate, but it also presents an opportunity. As writers, we need platforms that truly serve our needs—places where talent is recognized, opportunities are real, and the community supports each other's success.
Kinolime wasn't built as a corporate acquisition or a marketplace experiment. We were created by people who understand the screenwriting journey because we've been there ourselves. We know what it takes to break in, and we've designed every feature with that goal in mind.
Looking Forward
The closure of Coverfly is a reminder of how quickly things can change in the entertainment industry. But it's also a testament to the resilience of screenwriters. Every platform that closes makes room for new, better options to emerge.
As you navigate this transition, remember that your talent doesn't disappear with a platform. Your scripts, your determination, and your dreams remain intact. All you need is the right place to showcase them.
Join the Movement
The future of screenwriting discovery is here at Kinolime. Don't let Coverfly's shutdown interrupt your progress. Join our community today and discover why we're becoming the first choice for serious screenwriters worldwide.
Sign up for free at Kinolime.com and take the next step in your screenwriting journey.
Remember: Every successful writer faced obstacles. The difference between those who make it and those who don't isn't talent—it's persistence. Keep writing, keep submitting, and keep believing in your story.
The show must go on, and with Kinolime, it will.
Ready to join? Create your free account and submit to our next competition.
