The 15th annual Berlin International Film Festival was held from 25 June to 6 July 1965.

[1] The festival started selecting the jury members on its own rather than countries sending designated representatives.

[2] The Golden Bear was awarded to Alphaville directed by Jean-Luc Godard.

[3] The following people were announced as being on the jury for the festival:[4] The following films were in competition for the Golden Bear award:[5] The following prizes were awarded by the Jury:[3]