An exclusive industry announcement reveals the FilmQuest Market, a new genre-focused film market designed to accelerate development and sales for genre-driven projects. Founded by Jonathan Martin, the filmmaker behind the FilmQuest festival, and Jon Fitzgerald, festival director, filmmaker, and co-founder of Slamdance, the market aims to become a premier destination for genre storytelling in the film industry. Set to launch in 2026 alongside the FilmQuest Festival, the FilmQuest Market will connect independent writers, directors, producers, and studios with buyers, financiers, and festival programmers. The initiative builds on FilmQuest's track record in championing innovative genre cinema and expands opportunities for projects in horror, sci-fi, fantasy, thriller, and other niche genres. Martin and Fitzgerald bring decades of festival experience to the new marketplace, offering curated project slates, structured meeting sequences, and development opportunities tailored to genre projects. The FilmQuest Market is positioned as a dedicated, creator-friendly space that complements the festival’s programming and community. Industry professionals and creators interested in participating in the FilmQuest Market can stay tuned for further announcements and registration details ahead of the 2026 launch.