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2025 U.S. Industry Statistics & Market Forecast - Motion Picture and Video Distribution
Market Size & Industry Statistics
The total U.S. industry market size for Motion Picture and Video Distribution:
Industry statistics cover all companies in the United States, both public and private, ranging in size from small businesses to market leaders.
In addition to revenue, the industry market analysis shows information on employees, companies, and average firm size.
Investors, banks, and business executives use growth rates and industry trends to understand the market outlook and opportunity.
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Market Forecast
Market forecasts show the long term industry outlook and future growth trends. The following extended five-year forecast projects both short-term and long-term trends.
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Industry Insights
Major trends affect the Motion Picture and Video Distribution industry include:- Rise of streaming platforms
- Shift toward digital distribution
- Demand for diverse content
- Increasing globalization of content
- Impact of piracy and illegal downloads
- Greater use of data analytics for targeted content
- Expansion of indie films and niche markets
- Fluctuation in movie theater attendance
- Adoption of advanced technologies like VR and AR
- Influence of social media on movie promotion and distribution
- Environmental concerns and sustainability practices in production and distribution
- Regulatory changes affecting distribution rights and royalties
- Competition from gaming and other entertainment forms
Product & Services Breakdown
Research products and services in the Motion Picture and Video Distribution industry generating sales. Note that products are broken into categories with different levels of classification.| Product Description | Number of Companies | Sales ($ millions) | Percent of Total Sales |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute Audiovisual Works |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute - Motion Picture Films |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute - Television Programming |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute - Other Audiovisual Works |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Exhibit, Broadcast, Or Rent Feature Films (Include ""Revenue-Sharing"" Agreements.) |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To - Exhibit Feature Films |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To - Broadcast Feature Films On Television |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Broadcast Or Rent Television And Cable Programming (Include ""Revenue-Sharing"" Agreements.) |
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Licensing Of Domestic Rights To - Broadcast Television Or Cable Programming (Television Program Rights) |
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Licensing Of International Rights To Distribute Audiovisual Works |
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Licensing Of International Rights To Distribute - Motion Picture Films |
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Licensing Of International Rights To Distribute - Television Programming |
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Licensing Of International Rights To Exhibit, Broadcast, Or Rent Audiovisual Works (Include ""Revenue-Sharing"" Agreements.) |
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Sale Of Copies Of Audiovisual Works To The Wholesale, Retail, And Rental Markets |
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All Other Receipts |
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U.S. Geographic Distribution: Revenue Statistics by State
Market Size by State ($ millions) indicates how the industry's competition is distributed throughout the country. State-level information can identify areas with higher and lower industry market share than average.
Income Statement (Average Financial Metrics)
Financial metrics provide a snapshot view of a benchmark "average" company. Key business metrics show revenue and operating costs. The data collected covers both public and private companies.| Industry Average | Percent of Sales (Industry Benchmark) |
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Financial Ratio Analysis
Financial ratio information can be used to benchmark how a Motion Picture and Video Distribution company compares to its peers. Accounting statistics are calculated from the industry-average for income statements and balance sheets.| Profitability & Valuation Ratios | Industry Average |
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| Company valuation can be measured based on the firm's own performance, as well as in comparison against its industry competitors. These metrics show how the average company in the Motion Picture and Video Distribution industry is performing. | |
| Profit Margin Gross Profit Margin, Operating Profit Margin, and Net Profit Margin. Show company earnings relative to revenues. |
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| Return on Equity (ROE) Return on Equity (ROE) is net income as a percentage of shareholders' equity. Shareholders' Equity is defined as the company's total assets minus total liabilities. ROE shows how much profits a company generates with the money shareholders invested (or with retained earnings). |
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| Return on Assets (ROA) Return on Assets (ROA) is net income relative to total assets. The market research on Motion Picture and Video Distribution measures how efficiently the company leverages its assets to generate profit. ROA is calculated as Net Income divided by Total Assets. |
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| Bankers and suppliers use liquidity to determine creditworthiness and identify potential threats to a company's financial viability. | |
| Current Ratio Measures a firm's ability to pay its debts over the next 12 months. |
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| Quick Ratio (Acid Test) Calculates liquid assets relative to liabilities, excluding inventories. |
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| Efficiency Ratios - Key Performance Indicators | Industry Average |
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| Measure how quickly products and services sell, and effectively collections policies are implemented. | |
| Receivables Turnover Ratio If this number is low in your business when compared to the industry average in the research report, it may mean your payment terms are too lenient or that you are not doing a good enough job on collections. |
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| Average Collection Period Based on the Receivables Turnover, this estimates the collection period in days. Calculated as 365 divided by the Receivables Turnover |
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| Inventory Turnover A low turnover rate may point to overstocking, obsolescence, or deficiencies in the product line or marketing effort. |
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| Fixed-Asset Turnover Generally, higher is better, since it indicates the business has less money tied up in fixed assets for each dollar of sales revenue. |
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Compensation & Salary Surveys for Employees
Compensation statistics provides an accurate assessment of industry-specific jobs and national salary averages. This information can be used to identify which positions are most common, and high, low, and average annual wages.| Title | Percent of Workforce | Bottom Quartile | Average (Median) Salary | Upper Quartile |
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| Management Occupations | 7% | Order at top of page |
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| Chief Executives | 0% | |||
| General and Operations Managers | 3% | |||
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 5% | |||
| Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations | 48% | |||
| Art and Design Workers | 8% | |||
| Artists and Related Workers | 6% | |||
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers | 20% | |||
| Actors, Producers, and Directors | 19% | |||
| Producers and Directors | 14% | |||
| Media and Communication Workers | 7% | |||
| Media and Communication Equipment Workers | 14% | |||
| Broadcast, Sound, and Lighting Technicians | 6% | |||
| Television, Video, and Film Camera Operators and Editors | 7% | |||
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 7% | |||
| Food and Beverage Serving Workers | 6% | |||
| Personal Care and Service Occupations | 16% | |||
| Entertainment Attendants and Related Workers | 13% | |||
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | 12% | |||
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | 12% | |||
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 7% | |||
Motion Picture and Video Distribution Competitor Landscape & Key Companies [PREMIUM]
The most influential companies in the Motion Picture and Video Distribution industry and adjacent industries either have large market share or are developing new business models and methods that could disrupt the status quo. We look at leading and emerging companies in the Motion Picture and Video Distribution industry and adjacent sectors:| Market Leaders: Direct Competitors Companies with the largest market share, focused in this industry |
Market leaders: Diversified Competitors Largest companies that have diversified operations in this and other industries |
| Innovators: Direct Competitors Innovative, Emerging, and Disruptive Companies that may influence the future direction of the industry. |
Innovators: Diversified Competitors Innovators and Disruptors in adjacent industries that may also affect the Motion Picture and Video Distribution industry. |
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Latest Industry News
- Max to Change Back to HBO Max on Wednesday - The name's return was first announced during Warner Bros. Discovery's upfront presentation to advertisers in May. (07/08/2025)
- Dinosaurs Reign as 'Jurassic World Rebirth' Captures $147.3 Million USD Over Debut Box Office Weekend - Universal Pictures ‘ highly anticipated Jurassic World Rebirth has roared to a commanding $147.3 million USD in its first five days at the North American box office, dominating the extended July Fourth holiday weekend. Opening on Wednesday, July 2nd, the film quickly established itself as a formidable summer hit, securing the top spot. (07/07/2025)
- ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ bites off $318 million at the global box office - The Universal Pictures release, directed by Gareth Edwards, opened on Wednesday and earned $147.3 million in its first five days in 4,308 North American theaters. An estimated $91.5 million of that comes from the traditional “three day” weekend, which includes the Friday holiday, Saturday and projected Sunday ticket sales. (07/06/2025)
- Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s Artists Equity Signs New Distribution Deal With Sony - Artists Equity has signed an overall theatrical feature film agreement with Sony Pictures, the studio announced on Thursday. (06/26/2025)
- Dana Nussbaum, Christian Davin and John Stanford to Head Warner Bros. Marketing and Creative Strategy (EXCLUSIVE) - Longtime Warner Bros. executives Dana Nussbaum, Christian Davin and John Stanford have officially been installed to lead the motion picture group’s marketing and creative strategy teams. Warner Bros. (06/25/2025)
- ‘Washington Black’ Trailer: Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Jr. Travel the World in Coming-of-Age Story (TV News Roundup) - The first trailer for "Washington Black" starring Sterling K. Brown and Ernest Kingsley Jr. shows a coming-of-age story set in the 19th century. (06/24/2025)
- As 'Superman' takes NEO film industry higher, some want expanded tax credits - Northeast Ohio's film industry is riding the high of "Superman," the DC Universe blockbuster that was filmed here last year and opens nationwide on July 11. The much-anticipated film is drawing attention to how Northeast Ohio can keep bringing the industry and related benefits — spending on the projects, new jobs and exposure — to the city. (06/24/2025)
- The Big Picture: Streaming and Social Media Climb Amid Traditional Media's Slow-Motion Breakdown - Traditional media is experiencing what often feels like a slow-motion nervous breakdown, which would hardly come as news to anyone operating in the thick of that. Yet occasionally a week comes along with ostensibly distinct stories that help crystallize the larger picture, (06/19/2025)
- Disney and Universal team up to sue AI photo generator Midjourney, claiming copyright infringement - Disney and Universal are suing AI photo generation company Midjourney, marking the first major legal showdown between Hollywood studios and an artificial intelligence company. (06/11/2025)
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