The 15th annual Berlin International Film Festival was held from 25 June to 6 July 1965. The festival started selecting the jury members on its own rather than countries sending designated representatives. The Golden Bear was awarded to Alphaville directed by Jean-Luc Godard.

Jury

The following people were announced as being on the jury for the festival:

Official Sections

Main Competition

The following films were in competition for the Golden Bear award:

Official Awards

The following prizes were awarded by the Jury:

Independent Awards

Youth Film Award

FIPRESCI Award

OCIC Award

UNICRIT Award