January 2021 » FilmTake

Best Year Yet

January 24, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

In 2020, Netflix gained 37 million subscribers worldwide, breaking its 2018 record of 28 million new additions. Currently, Netflix has 204 million active subscribers.

Case Study: Film Streaming Values (US)

January 20, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

Case Study: Film Streaming Values (US)

The Future of Film Markets

January 17, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

Many uncertainties surround the format and nature of film markets in 2021, including the crown jewel – Cannes. All significant markets scheduled in the first quarter will be virtual.

As a result of diminishing content availability precipitated by production delays and cancellations, there will be large programming gaps for traditional television networks and OTT platforms to fill over the next two years.

Netflix Subscriber Plateau

January 6, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

Forced stay-at-home orders propelled Netflix’s fastest subscriber additions in its twenty-three history. The streaming leader added 26 million subscribers in the first half of 2020, making it one of the biggest lockdown economy winners.

Are Hybrid Markets Here to Stay?

Distribution

March 30, 2021 Comments Off

Opinions are mixed about whether film and television markets should return to their pre-lockdown physical format or retain some online elements and transition to a hybrid model.

Streamers Gain More Ground

Streaming

March 17, 2021 Comments Off

Many sales agents are now positioning as wholesalers and content placement agents for streaming platforms—particularly in Europe, where there are over 450 video streaming services.

Virtual EFM Bolsters Film Market

Distribution

March 13, 2021 Comments Off

Despite muted expectations by sellers, buyers, and producers heading into the virtual European Film Market on March 1, most reported a successful and busy market.

EFM: Open For Business

Distribution

March 1, 2021 Comments Off

Theatrical buyers, streaming services, and networks are all taking a fresh look at independent films as they struggle to fill programming gaps and meet the growing demand for filmed entertainment.