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2024 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.

Charts and graphs can be copied to Microsoft Word and Powerpoint presentations.

Statistics        2019        2020        2021        2022        2023
Market Size
(Total Sales/Revenue)


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Total Firms
Total Employees
Average Revenue Per Firm
Average Employees Per Firm
Average Revenue Per Employee
Statistics Source: U.S. Census, AnythingResearch Analysis of Federal Data



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.





Forecast / Industry Outlook 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Market Forecast ($ millions)
Projected Industry Growth Rate (%)
Source: AnythingResearch Economic Analysis

Industry Insights

The movie and video distribution industry is undergoing a significant transformation due to a variety of trends. The first major trend is the rise of streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu. These services are replacing traditional distribution channels like DVD and Blu-ray, and are becoming the preferred method for consumers to access movies and TV shows.

Another trend is the increasing popularity of original content. Streaming services are investing heavily in producing their own original movies and TV shows, which is changing the dynamics of the industry. Now, rather than just distributing content created by others, these companies are becoming producers of original content.

The growth of virtual and augmented reality technology is also impacting the movie and video distribution industry. As these technologies become more prevalent, they will require new methods of distribution and content creation to reach audiences.

Finally, piracy remains a major challenge for the industry. The proliferation of online piracy sites and tools has made it easier than ever for people to illegally access and distribute copyrighted content. This has led to a decline in revenue for movie studios and distributors, and continues to pose a significant threat to the industry.



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 DescriptionNumber of Companies Sales ($ millions) Percent of Total Sales

Industry Total

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute Audiovisual Works

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute - Motion Picture Films

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute - Television Programming

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Distribute - Other Audiovisual Works

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Exhibit, Broadcast, Or Rent Feature Films (Include ""Revenue-Sharing"" Agreements.)

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To - Exhibit Feature Films

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To - Broadcast Feature Films On Television

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To Broadcast Or Rent Television And Cable Programming (Include ""Revenue-Sharing"" Agreements.)

Licensing Of Domestic Rights To - Broadcast Television Or Cable Programming (Television Program Rights)

Licensing Of International Rights To Distribute Audiovisual Works

Licensing Of International Rights To Distribute - Motion Picture Films

Licensing Of International Rights To Distribute - Television Programming

Licensing Of International Rights To Exhibit, Broadcast, Or Rent Audiovisual Works (Include ""Revenue-Sharing"" Agreements.)

Sale Of Copies Of Audiovisual Works To The Wholesale, Retail, And Rental Markets

All Other Receipts



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.

U.S. map by state

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 AveragePercent of Sales
(Industry Benchmark)
Total Revenue

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Operating Revenue
Cost of Goods Sold
Gross Profit

Operating Expenses
Pension, profit sharing plans, stock, annuity
Repairs
Rent paid on business property
Charitable Contributions
Depletion
Domestic production activities deduction
Advertising
Compensation of officers
Salaries and wages
Employee benefit programs
Taxes and Licenses
Bad Debts
Depreciation
Amortization
Other Operating Expenses
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
Non-Operating Income
EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes)
Interest Expense
Earnings Before Taxes
Income Tax
Net Profit
Net Income
 
Source: AnythingResearch Analysis of U.S. federal statistics




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 RatiosIndustry Average
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.
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).
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.


Liquidity RatiosIndustry Average
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.
Quick Ratio (Acid Test)
Calculates liquid assets relative to liabilities, excluding inventories.


Efficiency Ratios - Key Performance IndicatorsIndustry Average
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.
Average Collection Period
Based on the Receivables Turnover, this estimates the collection period in days. Calculated as 365 divided by the Receivables Turnover
Inventory Turnover
A low turnover rate may point to overstocking, obsolescence, or deficiencies in the product line or marketing effort.
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.



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.

TitlePercent of WorkforceBottom Quartile Average (Median) SalaryUpper Quartile
Management Occupations 7%

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Chief Executives0%
General and Operations Managers3%
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%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics


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.
Source:
IncFact




Innovation News



Recent Federal Contracts for Motion Picture and Video Distribution

  • Jan 30, 2024: MOTION PICTURE LICENSING CORPORATION (Los Angeles, CA) awarded $721,344
  • Jan 25, 2024: DAMAVAND HORIZON INC (Woodland Hills, CA) awarded $241,450