New Television Categories Honoring Reality and News Excellence

London, 2025 — The Breaking-TV Film Festival is thrilled to announce the addition of three dynamic new categories to its Television Awards section, taking effect this year. As storytelling continues to evolve across platforms, these new awards are designed to spotlight innovation, creativity, and excellence in formats that resonate with today’s audiences..

This exciting development reflects the festival’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity and relevance within the ever-evolving landscape of television. From gripping reality formats to impactful investigative reporting, these new categories aim to celebrate excellence in genres that captivate audiences and influence culture on a global scale.

⭐ Best Reality TV Series – Unscripted EntertainmentThis category honors outstanding unscripted television that captivates, entertains, and reflects real-life stories and personalities. From docu-series to competition formats, this award shines a light on the power of authentic, unscripted storytelling.

⭐ Best News ProgramRecognizing excellence in journalism and reporting, this award celebrates programs that deliver impactful, credible, and thought-provoking news content. It’s a tribute to the importance of storytelling in shaping our understanding of the world.

⭐ Best Video Podcast – VODcastA brand-new addition that reflects the rise of digital-first content, this award recognizes visual podcast creators who blend storytelling and video production in innovative ways. From interviews and talk shows to documentary-style narratives, this category acknowledges the growing influence of video podcasting on the modern media landscape.

"Television continues to evolve, and with it, our responsibility to honor the full spectrum of its influence," said a spokesperson for the Breaking-TV Film Festival. "These new categories not only reflect what viewers are watching, but also the bold creativity and rigorous truth-telling that define today’s most influential programming."

With these new awards, the Breaking-TV Film Festival continues to embrace and champion emerging formats, giving creators from all backgrounds a prestigious platform to be celebrated and discovered. The expansion reflects the festival’s ongoing mission to stay ahead of the curve and highlight the full spectrum of television and digital storytelling.

Submissions are now open for all new categories.