SHOWCASE YOUR CONTENT ON THE BIG STAGE
The Explore Dream Wilcard Film Comp is one of the greatest opportunities for grassroots creators to gain solid exposure, rub shoulders with some of the best creators in the game, and potentially earn an invite to participate in The 2026 4x4 Adventure Film Invitational.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
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WHAT IS TFI WILDCARD?
Grassroots creators like yourself produce and submit their best 10-minute adventure film. The films are put to a public voting, where the winner receives an official invite to participate in the 2026 4x4 Adventure Film Invitational for a chance at a $100k grand prize.
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HOW CAN I ENTER?
Entering The Explore Dream Wildcard is simple. All you need to do is register your interest, download the assets, and when the competition goes live in January 2026 open you'll get first access to the submission portal.
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LAST YEARS ENTRANTS
WATCH NOWFamiliarise yourself with the way of the Wildcard by watching the 2024 and 2023 Wilcard films.
2023 Wilcard Film Comp winner, Salty Seamen, went on to participate in and WIN the 2024 TFI Grand Prize. How good!
LAST YEARS WILDCARD TALENT View all
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Stray Mate
I don’t know about you, but I’m sick of seeing good-looking people in amazing locations catching the same old trophy fish week after week….
Stray Mate
I don’t know about you, but I’m sick of seeing good-looking people in amazing locations catching the same old trophy fish week after week….
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Below the Wall
The impact cyclone Jasper had on Lake Tinaroo giant barramundi fishing.
Below the Wall
The impact cyclone Jasper had on Lake Tinaroo giant barramundi fishing.
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Less Ordinary
G’day! We are Less Ordinary. We’re a group of four mates: Cam, Tre, Jack, and Gus… alongside our best mate and videographer, Cody. We live on the East Coast of...
Less Ordinary
G’day! We are Less Ordinary. We’re a group of four mates: Cam, Tre, Jack, and Gus… alongside our best mate and videographer, Cody. We live on the East Coast of...
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Ryan Moody Fishing
Reeling in nostalgia and big fish, Ryan returns to the stunning shores of Port Douglas (FNQ). This tropical paradise holds a special place in Ryan’s heart, filled with childhood memories...
Ryan Moody Fishing
Reeling in nostalgia and big fish, Ryan returns to the stunning shores of Port Douglas (FNQ). This tropical paradise holds a special place in Ryan’s heart, filled with childhood memories...
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Unprofessional Travellers
G’day, we are Twigg and E-dog, a young Aussie couple, who are currently fishing our way around Australia. We quit our jobs in healthcare two years ago and bought an...
Unprofessional Travellers
G’day, we are Twigg and E-dog, a young Aussie couple, who are currently fishing our way around Australia. We quit our jobs in healthcare two years ago and bought an...
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Life Adrift
What do you do when time calls? Do you let it go to voicemail, or are you prepared to pick up? Get ready for a journey through the heartbeats of...
Life Adrift
What do you do when time calls? Do you let it go to voicemail, or are you prepared to pick up? Get ready for a journey through the heartbeats of...
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Cooperrwatsonn
“Coastal Chronicles” is not just a film about fishing; it’s a celebration of friendship, adventure, and the timeless allure of the ocean. It captures the essence of a lifestyle rooted...
Cooperrwatsonn
“Coastal Chronicles” is not just a film about fishing; it’s a celebration of friendship, adventure, and the timeless allure of the ocean. It captures the essence of a lifestyle rooted...
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The Bell Family
The Bell Family Wildcard Entry
The Bell Family
The Bell Family Wildcard Entry
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Just Nibblin
The boys and I spent the weekend fishing in massive seas off Portland, Victoria, in search of the elusive southern bluefin tuna. With a small window of opportunity and questionable...
Just Nibblin
The boys and I spent the weekend fishing in massive seas off Portland, Victoria, in search of the elusive southern bluefin tuna. With a small window of opportunity and questionable...
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BYL (Bree and Yaan Living)
This film just scrapes the surface of what we are! The film features a few of the highlights from our favourite outdoor activities based in, on or around the ocean,...
BYL (Bree and Yaan Living)
This film just scrapes the surface of what we are! The film features a few of the highlights from our favourite outdoor activities based in, on or around the ocean,...
