feature-length

American  

[fee-cher-length] / ˈfi tʃərˈlɛŋθ /

adjective

1. long enough to be made a feature; of full length.

   a feature-length story; a feature-length film.

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feature-length British  

adjective

1. (of a film or programme) similar in extent to a feature although not classed as such

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Etymology

Origin of feature-length

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

That’s the meta concept behind “The Moment,” the feature-length film co-developed by Charli and her friend and director, Aidan Zamiri, that plays like a mockumentary from an alternate reality.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026

All these advances were showcased in 1937’s “Snow White,” the first feature-length cartoon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2026

Among the dozens of feature-length films and documentaries on show over the coming days will be "The Invite" directed by and starring Wilde, opposite Seth Rogen and Edward Norton.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Here is a guide to where you can find all the feature-length nominees ahead of the Academy Awards on March 15, paired with some commentary from Times critics.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

Stranger Things' executive producer Shawn Levy said the show's last, feature-length episode has been carefully crafted for its huge global fanbase.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025