The 15th Venice International Film Festival was held from 22 August to 7 September 1954.

[1] Italian Writer Ignazio Silone was appointed as president of the jury.

[2] The Golden Lion was awarded to Romeo and Juliet, directed by Renato Castellani.

[3] The following films were selected for the main international competition: The following official awards were presented at the 15th edition:[3]