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Industry Report: Distribution, Exhibition and Streaming

Analysis of the European distribution and exhibition industry's problems and the subsequent design of new strategies

Strengthening communication and collaboration at Europa Distribution’s Sofia Meetings workshop

Sofia 2025 - Sofia Meetings

Strengthening communication and collaboration at Europa Distribution’s Sofia Meetings workshop

Focused on improving professional interactions, the network's event brought together professionals from 14 different countries stretching from Portugal to Singapore  

17 April 2025

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes “Top Players in the European Audiovisual Industry” annual market study

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes “Top Players in the European Audiovisual Industry” annual market study

The study highlights that European broadcasters and non-European video-sharing platforms each captured nearly half of 2023’s TV and OTT advertising revenues  

16 April 2025

House of Commons report trains the spotlight on the challenges faced by British film and high-end TV

Industry / Market - UK

House of Commons report trains the spotlight on the challenges faced by British film and high-end TV

The British Film Commission has commented on the governmental analysis that delves into the state of the sector’s economy  

15 April 2025

The Netherlands Film Fund launches new annual incentive to reward local box-office hits

Industry / Market - Netherlands

The Netherlands Film Fund launches new annual incentive to reward local box-office hits

The incentive, targeting features hitting a minimum of 150,000 paid admissions, will award five Dutch majority productions grants worth up to €300,000 each  

10 April 2025

Europa Distribution brings insightful case studies for animation films to Cartoon Movie

Cartoon 2025 - Cartoon Movie

Europa Distribution brings insightful case studies for animation films to Cartoon Movie

The distributors network zoomed in on films such as Niko: Beyond the Northern Lights, Living Large, The Most Precious of Cargoes, Flow and Hola Frida!  

08 April 2025

Mediavision reports a huge increase in piracy in the Nordics

Industry / Market - Sweden/Norway/Denmark/Finland

Mediavision reports a huge increase in piracy in the Nordics

Illegal IPTV use is rising sharply in the region, particularly in Sweden, prompting lawsuits and government action  

07 April 2025

Industry / Market - Germany

The German home-video market sees record growth despite slower expansion in 2024

The market reached a new record revenue of €4.5 billion, driven largely by the ongoing growth of streaming services while physical media continue to decline  

04 April 2025

Vincent Breedeveld • Distributor, The Searchers

“It’s difficult to predict whether the same enthusiasm will be shared between Wallonia and Flanders, but sometimes it is, and that’s rewarding for us”

Vincent Breedeveld • Distributor, The Searchers

The head of operations for the Benelux outfit focused on US independent films spoke about how the company strategises to distribute titles across its territories  

26 March 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Digital i reveals the top ten most-watched animated films and TV series of 2024 on streaming platforms

Industry / Market - Europe

EXCLUSIVE: Digital i reveals the top ten most-watched animated films and TV series of 2024 on streaming platforms

The Bristol-based company has found that That Christmas, The Grinch, Inside Out, Arcane and The Simpsons were among the most-watched animated titles last year in Europe  

18 March 2025

Ampere Analysis focuses on the shifts in Germany’s media market

Industry / Market - Germany

Ampere Analysis focuses on the shifts in Germany’s media market

The country’s media landscape is marked by a growing adoption of SVoD, but strategies are needed for operators to retain subscribers, and to attract both younger and older audiences  

12 March 2025

Streaming overtakes public TV revenue in Europe, the latest Ampere Analysis research finds

Industry / Market - Europe

Streaming overtakes public TV revenue in Europe, the latest Ampere Analysis research finds

Notably, streaming revenue in Europe is expected to grow by 37% to €38.4 billion by 2029, with Netflix remaining the most important contributor  

06 March 2025

At MIP London, experts discuss how to navigate the digital-first landscape

MIP London 2025

At MIP London, experts discuss how to navigate the digital-first landscape

The session covered creative strategies, distribution models, and commissioning practices to unlock new opportunities in the evolving TV industry  

05 March 2025

Industry experts debate market trends and streamers’ needs at MIP London

MIP London 2025

Industry experts debate market trends and streamers’ needs at MIP London

Amazon Prime Video and SkyShowtime's UK heads discussed the needs and duties of the contemporary streaming world  

05 March 2025

At MIP London, experts discussed the opportunities, challenges, and the future of storytelling in relation to AI

MIP London 2025

At MIP London, experts discussed the opportunities, challenges, and the future of storytelling in relation to AI

The panel highlighted AI-generated storytelling, ethical concerns, industry shifts and tools like StoryBoarder.ai and ElevenLabs’ Voice Changer  

04 March 2025

Western Europe now makes 43% of all crime titles ordered by major streamers, according to Ampere Analysis

Industry / Market - Europe

Western Europe now makes 43% of all crime titles ordered by major streamers, according to Ampere Analysis

The region secured 94 titles, surpassing North America and Asia Pacific combined, and the UK in particular matched the US in first-run series orders, reflecting shifting investment trends  

28 February 2025

YouTube and Channel 4 discuss partnerships between the online platform and broadcasters at MIP London

MIP London 2025

YouTube and Channel 4 discuss partnerships between the online platform and broadcasters at MIP London

The panel focused on the platform's growing role in broadcasting and the channel's audience expansion and rising engagement, especially in documentary formats  

27 February 2025

Luce Grosjean • Distributor, Miyu Distribution

"Having a strong brand and making sure that people are going to see something they’re ready to take the risk for is important"

Luce Grosjean • Distributor, Miyu Distribution

The head of one of Europe's most trusted indie animation distributors speaks about the company's filmmaker-centric approach and the importance of festivals for animated films  

27 February 2025

Industry players navigate global uncertainty and mixed sentiments amidst a breath of fresh air from new EFM management

Berlinale 2025 – EFM

Industry players navigate global uncertainty and mixed sentiments amidst a breath of fresh air from new EFM management

BERLINALE 2025: The climate for sales and acquisitions still seems to be fairly upbeat, but industry professionals have noted shifting buyer behaviour and emerging challenges  

24 February 2025

Accessibility, curation and sparking curiosity are key to attracting young audiences to cinemas, say EFM panellists

Berlinale 2025 - EFM

Accessibility, curation and sparking curiosity are key to attracting young audiences to cinemas, say EFM panellists

BERLINALE 2025: The Europa Distribution panel underscored the importance of nurturing the “consumers of tomorrow” while advocating for risk-taking and experimentation  

24 February 2025

Theatrical releases remain a key gateway for EU films on TV and VoD, says new European Audiovisual Observatory report

Distribution / Releases / Exhibitors - Europe

Theatrical releases remain a key gateway for EU films on TV and VoD, says new European Audiovisual Observatory report

The study provides an in-depth analysis of how theatrical films transitioned to linear television and VOD platforms across 17 EU countries  

21 February 2025

Decoding the future of film production at the EFM

Berlinale 2025 – EFM

Decoding the future of film production at the EFM

BERLINALE 2025: Industry professionals discussed the evolving challenges and opportunities for film producers, with a particular focus on the impact of AI and new distribution models  

18 February 2025

European cinemas found stability in 2024

Berlinale 2025 – EFM

European cinemas found stability in 2024

BERLINALE 2025: The continent’s film industry has witnessed a year of stabilisation following the pandemic, as two in-depth EFM presentations demonstrated  

18 February 2025

At the EFM, Publikum discusses the usage of anthropology-based AI to enhance audience strategies

Berlinale 2025 - EFM

At the EFM, Publikum discusses the usage of anthropology-based AI to enhance audience strategies

BERLINALE 2025: The Danish consultancy firm's Rikke Flodin and Lars Tversted presented their new tools, showing how they can help creatives develop successful projects  

16 February 2025

The European Audiovisual Observatory finds that 20% of films perform better on SVoD than in cinemas

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory finds that 20% of films perform better on SVoD than in cinemas

According to “The Impact of Cinema Admissions on SVoD Usage” report, strong ticket sales don’t always translate into impressive performance on streaming platforms  

15 February 2025

Miki and Černák dominate Slovak movie theatres

Box Office - Slovakia

Miki and Černák dominate Slovak movie theatres

The two parts of Jakub Króner’s crime biopic on mafia boss Mikuláš Černák topped the list of local films at the domestic box office in 2024 and opened strongly in 2025, respectively  

14 February 2025

Jiří Mádl's Waves dominates the Czech annual box office

Box Office - Czech Republic

Jiří Mádl's Waves dominates the Czech annual box office

Despite a 2.2% dip in cinema attendance in 2024, domestic theatres maintained stable box-office revenues  

14 February 2025

Europe’s cinema attendance declined by 2% in 2024, the European Audiovisual Observatory finds

Berlinale 2025 - EFM

Europe’s cinema attendance declined by 2% in 2024, the European Audiovisual Observatory finds

BERLINALE 2025: The report also highlights that total EU admissions were estimated at 640 million, reflecting a slight 3% decrease from 2023  

14 February 2025

Tanja Meissner • Director, Berlinale Pro

“This role allows me to bring together all the passions and skills I’ve cultivated over the last 20-25 years”

Tanja Meissner • Director, Berlinale Pro

BERLINALE 2025: The new industry head discusses the events and opportunities awaiting professionals travelling to Berlin in the next few days  

11 February 2025

Piracy continues to have a strong impact on the Spanish audiovisual industry

Industry / Market - Spain

Piracy continues to have a strong impact on the Spanish audiovisual industry

61% of the Spanish population believes that “it is acceptable to obtain content illegally when it is for personal use,” and in 2023, there were more than 5 billion illegal accesses  

06 February 2025

The European Audiovisual Observatory launches the free OPUS database

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory launches the free OPUS database

The tool compares how European countries promote their films, series and TV programmes, and is intended for anyone interested in understanding national legislation  

05 February 2025

Disney+ signs agreements with French film and audiovisual organisations

Industry / Market - France

Disney+ signs agreements with French film and audiovisual organisations

The US platform will invest 25% of its French-generated turnover in funding European and French films and series  

30 January 2025

Stefano Chiavarini • Producer, Piroetta

“The work carried out by the Friuli Venezia Giulia Audiovisual Fund represents an Italian 'best practice' that should be valued as much as possible”

Stefano Chiavarini • Producer, Piroetta

We met the Italian producer in Trieste, after his participation in the Streamers Ecosystem lab, which took place during the industry sessions of When East Meets West  

30 January 2025

The “steady state” of TV explored at Göteborg

Göteborg 2025 – Göteborg Industry

The “steady state” of TV explored at Göteborg

At TV Drama Vision, Guy Bisson delved into the outlook for the industry as the era of peak TV comes to an end, as well as the implications for global content production and consumption  

28 January 2025

Apple TV+ deepens its commitment to French and European content production

Industry / Market - France/USA/Europe

Apple TV+ deepens its commitment to French and European content production

A landmark four-year agreement with the French government has cemented the streamer’s role in supporting local audiovisual industries and broadening its European creative output  

27 January 2025

The 2024 Nordic box office sees mixed results

Box Office - Norway/Denmark/Sweden/Finland/Iceland

The 2024 Nordic box office sees mixed results

The region suffered declines in admissions, but local films thrived, with Denmark remaining the most stable market and Finland experiencing the steepest drop  

27 January 2025

Total box-office revenue in the UK and Ireland surpasses £1 billion in 2024

Box Office - UK/Ireland

Total box-office revenue in the UK and Ireland surpasses £1 billion in 2024

The result makes 2024 the second post-pandemic year in which this milestone was achieved, on a par with 2023  

23 January 2025

Monica Felea, Stefan Bradea • Distributors, Bad Unicorn

“We’ve never lost our enthusiasm, nor our desire to share cinematic gems”

Monica Felea, Stefan Bradea • Distributors, Bad Unicorn

The two distributors speak about the Romanian market, the firm’s eclectic catalogue and their growing efforts to intercept young audiences  

22 January 2025

Europa Distribution celebrates the fourth edition of its Green Distribution Lab

Industry / Market - Europe

Europa Distribution celebrates the fourth edition of its Green Distribution Lab

The network of European distributors kicks off the year with an online session dedicated to learning, sharing and brainstorming sustainable practices in film distribution  

16 January 2025

French films grossed €250.2 million in cinemas worldwide in 2024

Industry / Market - France

French films grossed €250.2 million in cinemas worldwide in 2024

Amidst enduringly unstable cinema attendance figures, the circulation of French films in cinemas around the world fell by 11% last year, with 38.1 million admissions  

13 January 2025

Gábor Herendi stuns cinema-goers with Gone Running

Box Office - Hungary

Gábor Herendi stuns cinema-goers with Gone Running

With his new movie – a Hungarian remake of the Czech hit Women on the Run – the filmmaker once again confirms his undisputed status as the darling of local audiences  

27 December 2024

Stefania Rifiordi • Distributor, Invisible Carpet

“Fruits should only be picked when they’re ripe, and waiting is the number-one rule for us”

Stefania Rifiordi • Distributor, Invisible Carpet

The founder of the distribution firm chatted with us about her mission of bringing arthouse films to Italian cinemas, offering an original perspective on modern-day life  

17 December 2024

Finnish films record their most successful year since 2017

Box Office - Finland

Finnish films record their most successful year since 2017

A Finnish Film Foundation report has found that the number of cinema admissions for domestic films in 2024 had reached 2 million by 20 November  

06 December 2024

The European Audiovisual Observatory highlights a decline in admissions, growing availability of European films

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory highlights a decline in admissions, growing availability of European films

The report offers a detailed analysis of the performance and accessibility of European films from 2014-2023, both within their home countries and on the international stage  

04 December 2024

José Antonio de Luna • COO and co-founder, Filmin

“Supporting new talent is one of our obsessions”

José Antonio de Luna • COO and co-founder, Filmin

The co-founder of the pioneering platform in Spain, which also produces and distributes films, talks to us after receiving the festival's honorary award  

03 December 2024

The inaugural African-European Distribution Academy draws to a close

Industry / Market - Germany/Europe/Africa

The inaugural African-European Distribution Academy draws to a close

The programme boldly aims to improve exchange, access and networks between distributors and other media professionals in the African and European film markets  

02 December 2024

Gábor Böszörményi • Distributor, Mozinet

“We are witnessing the rise of Hungarian independent films”

Gábor Böszörményi • Distributor, Mozinet

The distributor spoke about his firm’s business model, some of its successful campaigns and the peculiarities of the Hungarian market, among other topics  

28 November 2024

The CNC suggests adjusting platform regulations in Europe

ARP Film Meetings 2024

The CNC suggests adjusting platform regulations in Europe

The French centre makes recommendations on the quota and the definition of European works, the country of origin rule, data access and intellectual property rights  

08 November 2024

Optimistic figures are the second edition of MERCI Valladolid

Seminci 2024

Optimistic figures are the second edition of MERCI Valladolid

Cinema taking of the members of the organising association ADICINE increased by 15 million euros last year, growing by 28%, with almost 30 fewer films released  

29 October 2024

Ioanna Panagiotidou • Distributor, Rosebud.21

“We love using films as inspiration for creative and innovative marketing campaigns”

Ioanna Panagiotidou • Distributor, Rosebud.21

The distributor spoke about her outfit’s business model, two recent successful campaigns and the peculiarities of the Hellenic market, among other topics  

24 October 2024

Innovators share new platforms, solutions and paradigms for distribution at IFDS

European Work in Progress Cologne 2024

Innovators share new platforms, solutions and paradigms for distribution at IFDS

Speakers discussed how the future of distribution waterfalls lies in data transparency and comprehensive reporting, while achieving success among audiences entails new types of communication  

23 October 2024

At EWIP, panellists explore diverse and successful distribution strategies for Smoke Sauna Sisterhood and Anatomy of a Fall

European Work in Progress Cologne 2024

At EWIP, panellists explore diverse and successful distribution strategies for Smoke Sauna Sisterhood and Anatomy of a Fall

Distributors at the event delved into national and culturally specific campaigns for two very different but immensely successful arthouse films from 2023  

17 October 2024

Ampere Analysis’s Guy Bisson dissects the slowdown in scripted-content spending

MIA 2024

Ampere Analysis’s Guy Bisson dissects the slowdown in scripted-content spending

The figures outlined at MIA suggest that safer renewals and lower-budget productions are on the rise, while revealing opportunities for licensing and co-productions in Europe and Asia  

16 October 2024

French films exported in 2023 earned €127m

Box Office - France

French films exported in 2023 earned €127m

The CNC’s annual study confirms a recovery in sales, revealing a reorganisation of export regions and an increasingly polarised market  

14 October 2024

Greg Childs • Director, Children’s Media Foundation

“Platforms need to acknowledge their responsibility to society, especially when it comes to content for children”

Greg Childs • Director, Children’s Media Foundation

The CMF director shares insights from the Young Horizons Think Tank on how broadcasters are adapting strategies to engage young audiences amid the shift to digital platforms  

04 October 2024

Europa Distribution champions collaboration between independent producers and distributors at Venice

Venice 2024 – Venice Production Bridge

Europa Distribution champions collaboration between independent producers and distributors at Venice

A working session brought together over 70 professionals from both fields to explore effective ways to enhance cooperation between the two sectors  

01 October 2024

Jakub Gutek • Distributor, Gutek Film

"We’re always keen to promote new, fresh names and films we fall in love with in Poland"

Jakub Gutek • Distributor, Gutek Film

The Polish firm's COO unpacked their editorial policy, their successful distribution campaign for The Zone of Interest and the latest market shifts, among other topics  

30 September 2024

San Sebastián takes the pulse of the US and European film industry

San Sebastián 2024 - San Sebastián Industry

San Sebastián takes the pulse of the US and European film industry

Professionals from Europe and the USA gathered at the festival to discuss the current situation and the opportunities that might arise in the coming years  

26 September 2024

Europa Distribution analyses the theatrical success of Fallen Leaves

Haugesund 2024 – New Nordic Films

Europa Distribution analyses the theatrical success of Fallen Leaves

The network's Haugesund event focused on the international release of Aki Kaurismäki’s latest film, detailing various countries’ tailored strategies  

12 September 2024

Global streamers focusing more on non-US content, finds the latest European Audiovisual Observatory report

Industry / Market - Europe

Global streamers focusing more on non-US content, finds the latest European Audiovisual Observatory report

In 2023, global streamers’ spending increased by 34%, hitting €5.7 billion and accounting for 26% of all outlay on European original content  

12 September 2024

The CNC steps up to the plate on investment obligations for streaming platforms

Industry / Market - France

The CNC steps up to the plate on investment obligations for streaming platforms

Olivier Henrard calls for protection of the AVMS Directive at a time when US lobbying is intensifying in an attempt to weaken the ruling in Brussels  

11 September 2024

Philippe Reynaert • Senior consultant, Xanadu

“The public authorities’ responsibility today is to ensure the independence not of producers, but of productions”

Philippe Reynaert • Senior consultant, Xanadu

VENICE 2024: The expert unpacks key insights from the “A Reflection About the Future Purpose for Film and Audiovisual Policies” panel, held during the Venice Production Bridge  

10 September 2024

Eurimages introduces its new film marketing and audience development support scheme at Venice Production Bridge

Venice 2024 – Venice Production Bridge

Eurimages introduces its new film marketing and audience development support scheme at Venice Production Bridge

VENICE 2024: The programme encourages producers and marketing professionals to develop and implement joint distribution strategies at an early stage of production  

31 August 2024

Ása Baldursdóttir, Hrönn Sveinsdóttir • Distributors, Bíó Paradís

“Our relationship with the audience is like a great love affair”

Ása Baldursdóttir, Hrönn Sveinsdóttir • Distributors, Bíó Paradís

The two distributors talk us through bringing international and Scandi hits to their audience and their own theatre, Iceland’s only arthouse venue  

22 August 2024

Daphne Idiz • Researcher, University of Amsterdam

“It’s not just Netflix establishing standards and production styles; local producers and creatives also have a part to play”

Daphne Idiz • Researcher, University of Amsterdam

The scholar unpacks her latest journal article, which examines how Netflix’s increased production of local content is affecting Europe’s wider TV production practices  

21 August 2024

Europa Distribution explores innovative tools aimed at distributors at Karlovy Vary

Karlovy Vary 2023 - KVIFF Eastern Promises

Europa Distribution explores innovative tools aimed at distributors at Karlovy Vary

The network's Film Distribution Innovation Hub tackled several key current topics, from AI analysis and anthropological marketing research to new software  

20 August 2024

Nina Vindum Rasmussen • Researcher, London School of Economics and Political Science

"Increased transparency would strengthen the sustainability of the sector in the long run"

Nina Vindum Rasmussen • Researcher, London School of Economics and Political Science

The scholar breaks down on one of her recent journal articles, which examines how screen workers interact with streaming data despite widespread secrecy  

14 August 2024

Slovakia’s audiovisual industry continued to thrive in 2023, with significant female-led contributions

Industry / Market - Slovakia

Slovakia’s audiovisual industry continued to thrive in 2023, with significant female-led contributions

The country’s film industry demonstrated considerable adaptability in 2023, with 47 features produced amidst a backdrop of economic and geopolitical challenges  

06 August 2024

Distributors on the Move brings professionals together once again this year

Europe

Distributors on the Move brings professionals together once again this year

Participants are matched with counterparts from other European outfits based on their profiles and personal interests through the network's esteemed initiative  

30 July 2024

The International Federation of Film Distributors' and Publishers' Associations has published its 2024 manifesto

Distribution / Releases / Exhibitors - Europe

The International Federation of Film Distributors' and Publishers' Associations has published its 2024 manifesto

The text highlights the key role of European distributors, whose multifaceted profile allows them to act as investors, risk takers, curators and promoters  

24 July 2024

Industry / Market - Europe/USA

9 out of 11 of the largest TV and VoD groups operating in Europe are US-based

The latest European Audiovisual Observatory report surveyed a total of 12,703 audiovisual media services and video-sharing platforms  

17 July 2024

Frank L Stavik • Distributor, Fidalgo

“Today, it’s more about popcorn than it is about art”

Frank L Stavik • Distributor, Fidalgo

We spoke to the Norwegian distributor, who touched on his company’s editorial policy, his country’s theatrical market and the role of festivals, among other topics  

11 July 2024

Children’s take on cinema explored at KIDS Regio

Industry / Market - Europe

Children’s take on cinema explored at KIDS Regio

The opening keynote at the forum in Erfurt, Germany, looked into how kids see their experience as film viewers, and what they expect from the cinema  

11 July 2024

Wendy L Bernfeld talks getting your films "off the shelf" at Karlovy Vary

Karlovy Vary 2024 - KVIFF Eastern Promises

Wendy L Bernfeld talks getting your films "off the shelf" at Karlovy Vary

Signing multiple non-exclusive deals with smaller players seeking European content may be the right path to take to exploit arthouse library content, the expert suggested  

03 July 2024

Sarah Chazelle, Étienne Ollagnier  • Distributors, Jour2Fête

“The films we choose are the films we love”

Sarah Chazelle, Étienne Ollagnier • Distributors, Jour2Fête

The two French distributors unpack their company’s editorial policy and market strategies  

28 June 2024

Europa Distribution explored professional interactions at the Sofia Meetings

Sofia 2024 - Sofia Meetings

Europa Distribution explored professional interactions at the Sofia Meetings

The network of distributors addressed various methods to aim to help build strong and enduring working relationships in the sector  

27 June 2024

Europa Distribution organises the third edition of the online Green Distribution Lab

Industry / Market - Europe

Europa Distribution organises the third edition of the online Green Distribution Lab

More than 20 distributors gathered for a brainstorming session dedicated to help further green the sector  

25 June 2024

NEM Dubrovnik bridges content, telcos and AI amidst a dynamic media landscape

NEM Dubrovnik 2024

NEM Dubrovnik bridges content, telcos and AI amidst a dynamic media landscape

The influential market focused on the CEE region has celebrated a successful edition with numerous panel discussions and presentations, and a record number of attendees  

14 June 2024

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes a new study on theatrical exhibition

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes a new study on theatrical exhibition

The report digs deep into the legal frameworks and support mechanisms that shape Europe’s theatrical exhibition landscape  

13 June 2024

Streamers’ spending poised to surpass that of commercial broadcasters in Europe’s major TV markets

Industry / Market - Europe

Streamers’ spending poised to surpass that of commercial broadcasters in Europe’s major TV markets

According to Ampere Analysis, SVoD players are projected to spend €10 billion on content in Europe’s five largest markets this year  

12 June 2024

The European Audiovisual Observatory takes a closer look at adaptations in fiction production

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory takes a closer look at adaptations in fiction production

From 2015-2022, streamers offered more adapted works than broadcasters, and book adaptations grew by 27%  

05 June 2024

Piracy keeps growing in the Nordic countries, the latest Mediavision survey finds

Industry / Market - Sweden/Norway/Denmark/Finland

Piracy keeps growing in the Nordic countries, the latest Mediavision survey finds

A total of 5 million users in the region now access pirated content, 400,000 more than in 2023  

04 June 2024

The Spanish film industry grew by 30% in 2023

Industry / Market - Spain

The Spanish film industry grew by 30% in 2023

According to the Ministry of Culture, the film industry increased compared to the previous year, where the total number of viewers recorded a 29.7% year-on-year increase, reaching 76.7 million  

29 May 2024

The craving for more genre films discussed at the Marché du Film’s Fantastic Pavilion

Cannes 2024 – Marché du Film

The craving for more genre films discussed at the Marché du Film’s Fantastic Pavilion

CANNES 2024: Film-industry experts delved into the trends of genre filmmaking, the marketing tools used and the role of film festivals in a market that is expanding every year  

15 May 2024

Roderik Smits, Christopher Meir • Lecturers, Carlos III University of Madrid

“There is reason to believe that European features will also be important parts of platform content strategies in years to come”

Roderik Smits, Christopher Meir • Lecturers, Carlos III University of Madrid

The two lecturers break down their edited collection of essays titled European Cinema in the Streaming Era  

13 May 2024

The European box office grossed €6.7 billion with 861 million tickets sold in 2023

Box Office - Europe

The European box office grossed €6.7 billion with 861 million tickets sold in 2023

The latest European Audiovisual Observatory report finds that gross box office in wider Europe grew by 22.3% in comparison with 2022 figures  

13 May 2024

Sanja Božić-Ljubičić • CEO, Pickbox, Mediatranslations, Mediavision and NEM

“When Pickbox NOW was launched, we wanted to show and educate the audience on why it’s important to support audiovisual art and not download it illegally"

Sanja Božić-Ljubičić • CEO, Pickbox, Mediatranslations, Mediavision and NEM

In anticipation of the NEM Dubrovnik, we talk to the head of the event and the companies Mediavision, Mediatranslations, and Pickbox, the latter of which celebrates its 10th anniversary  

09 May 2024

Europa Distribution analyses the distribution of animation films at Cartoon Movie

Cartoon 2024 - Cartoon Movie

Europa Distribution analyses the distribution of animation films at Cartoon Movie

The network's workshop presented case studies from their members in Greece, Austria, Romania, Czech Republic, Bulgaria and Israel  

07 May 2024

Stefano Finesi and Gianluca Buttari • Distributors, Teodora Film

“To promote Anatomy of a Fall, we purchased a lot of advertising space at the beginning of the major national true crime podcasts”

Stefano Finesi and Gianluca Buttari • Distributors, Teodora Film

The two representatives of the Roman outfit talked to us about their arthouse distribution work, as well as their commercial and marketing strategies  

02 May 2024

Europa Distribution wraps the fourth edition of its EDMentorShe programme in Brussels

Industry / Market - Europe

Europa Distribution wraps the fourth edition of its EDMentorShe programme in Brussels

The participating pairs of female distributors explored the results of the initiative aiming to strengthen the presence of women in the sector  

25 April 2024

The European Audiovisual Observatory shines a spotlight on media ownership in Europe

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory shines a spotlight on media ownership in Europe

The latest study underscores how the revenue of the top 100 audiovisual groups operating in Europe grew twice as fast as overall market revenues between 2016 and 2022  

11 April 2024

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes two new reports on Europe’s SVoD consumption

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes two new reports on Europe’s SVoD consumption

The key trends identified include the high concentration of viewing time across just three platforms and the “systematic” overconsumption of US works  

02 April 2024

The Italian government increases investment obligations for VoD platforms

Institutions / Legislation - Italy

The Italian government increases investment obligations for VoD platforms

Italian audiovisual associations will meet on 5 April to present new proposals to help with the recovery of the industry  

29 March 2024

Europa Distribution discussed the topic of online distribution in Berlin

Berlinale 2024 – EFM

Europa Distribution discussed the topic of online distribution in Berlin

BERLINALE 2024: The Berlinale’s European Film Market hosted a session centred on the current landscape of online distribution and VoD development across Europe  

28 March 2024

Max to launch in 20 European countries on 21 May, five more before the start of the Paris Olympics

Series Mania 2024 – Series Mania Forum

Max to launch in 20 European countries on 21 May, five more before the start of the Paris Olympics

At Lille’s Series Mania, the US streaming giant unveiled the launch of a brand-new, ad-based plan, but didn’t disclose pricing details  

26 March 2024

298 feature films produced by France in 2023

Industry / Market - France

298 feature films produced by France in 2023

With €1.34 billion worth of investments, French film production confirms its dynamism and the strength of its pre-financing system, which includes streamers  

26 March 2024

Neal Weisman and Andrea Occhipinti talk production, exhibition and streaming in Italy and the USA

Industry / Market - Italy/USA

Neal Weisman and Andrea Occhipinti talk production, exhibition and streaming in Italy and the USA

The NYFA chair and Lucky Red founder zoomed in on the role of independent producers and distributors, which is being reshaped owing to growing competition from majors and streamers  

19 March 2024

On average, film directors in Europe helmed only 1.4 pictures between 2015 and 2022, the latest European Audiovisual Observatory report finds

Industry / Market - Europe

On average, film directors in Europe helmed only 1.4 pictures between 2015 and 2022, the latest European Audiovisual Observatory report finds

The report highlights the growing wave of directors moving from films to TV fiction and confirms that the so-called ‘film d’auteur’ model remains dominant in Europe  

12 March 2024

Tania Pinto Da Cunha • Sales agent, Pink Parrot Media

“Projects for the whole family, that’s our focus”

Tania Pinto Da Cunha • Sales agent, Pink Parrot Media

At Cartoon Movie, we spoke with the Montréal- and Madrid-based sales agent specialised in selling family-orientated animation and live-action productions  

06 March 2024

The Slovenian Film Centre sums up its 2023 activities and announces plans for 2024

Industry / Market - Slovenia

The Slovenian Film Centre sums up its 2023 activities and announces plans for 2024

The institution has shared information about its activities both past and future, from box-office figures and projects supported to festival and distribution plans  

28 February 2024

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