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Skydance Wins Paramount Deal as Bronfman Withdraws After Chaotic Bidding War

August 30, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off on Skydance Wins Paramount Deal as Bronfman Withdraws After Chaotic Bidding War

Edgar Bronfman Jr., the Seagram’s liquor heir who briefly posed a half-hearted challenge to Skydance Media’s takeover of Paramount Global, has officially withdrawn from the race. Bronfman’s exit clears the path for Skydance Media.

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Paramount Extends Skydance Merger Deadline as Bronfman Up Buyout Offer

August 22, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off on Paramount Extends Skydance Merger Deadline as Bronfman Up Buyout Offer

As Wednesday’s deadline loomed, the already complex battle for control of Paramount Global took another twist. The investor group led by Bronfman made a desperate move to stay in the game by increasing its bid for National Amusements to $6 billion.

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FilmTake Global Advance Index

November 19, 2025 Comments Off on FilmTake Global Advance Index

The FilmTake Advance Index compiles and enhances documented minimum guarantee deals across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America—directly drawn from hundreds of independent and mid-budget films representing over over 1,300 territorial distribution arrangements worldwide.

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Hollywood for Sale (Again): Political Favor, Regulatory Blindness, and the High-Cost Collapse of Legacy Media

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November 29, 2025 Comments Off on Hollywood for Sale (Again): Political Favor, Regulatory Blindness, and the High-Cost Collapse of Legacy Media

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November 19, 2025 Comments Off on FilmTake Global Advance Index
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AFM 2025 Review: Markets Reinvigorated, Deals Reshaped, and Distribution Reset

November 18, 2025 Comments Off on AFM 2025 Review: Markets Reinvigorated, Deals Reshaped, and Distribution Reset
Distribution

AFM 2025: The 50 Hottest Film Packages, What Buyers Want, and How Deals Are Getting Done

November 12, 2025 Comments Off on AFM 2025: The 50 Hottest Film Packages, What Buyers Want, and How Deals Are Getting Done
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AFM 2025: The Truth About Minimum Guarantees, Shrinking Territories, and Surviving the Reset

November 12, 2025 Comments Off on AFM 2025: The Truth About Minimum Guarantees, Shrinking Territories, and Surviving the Reset
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Paramount’s Identity Crisis: Massive Layoffs, Creative Exodus, and Strategic Uncertainty

November 5, 2025 Comments Off on Paramount’s Identity Crisis: Massive Layoffs, Creative Exodus, and Strategic Uncertainty
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From Blockbusters to Bust: Why the Film Industry Isn’t Bouncing Back

November 2, 2025 Comments Off on From Blockbusters to Bust: Why the Film Industry Isn’t Bouncing Back

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Worldwide Film & Television Distribution Intelligence

October 29, 2023 Comments Off on Worldwide Film & Television Distribution Intelligence

Go inside dozens of content agreements for rights to transmit motion pictures and episodic television in multiple exhibition windows via PayTV and SVOD in Europe, Latin America, Canada, and the United States.

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Streaming Growth Slows: How SVOD Platforms Are Shifting Strategies in 2025

Streaming
October 30, 2025 Comments Off on Streaming Growth Slows: How SVOD Platforms Are Shifting Strategies in 2025

Global streaming is shifting from rapid subscriber growth to a focus on retention, monetization, and diversified content delivery. With mature markets slowing and engagement slipping, SVOD platforms are expanding into lower-ARPU regions, testing ad-supported tiers, and forging partnerships like Netflix’s landmark TF1 deal, which blends traditional TV, live sports, and on-demand programming.

Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

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August 26, 2025 Comments Off on Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

Global streaming is shifting from rapid subscriber growth to a focus on retention, monetization, and diversified content delivery. With mature markets slowing and engagement slipping, SVOD platforms are expanding into lower-ARPU regions, testing ad-supported tiers, and forging partnerships like Netflix’s landmark TF1 deal, which blends traditional TV, live sports, and on-demand programming.

The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

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February 24, 2025 Comments Off on The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

As streaming platforms continue to dominate the conversation, traditional broadcast networks are proving their staying power by strategically aligning with digital platforms. New data confirms that network television still commands a substantial audience, with streaming partnerships extending its reach and influence.

Beyond Binge Watching: Ads, Sports, and Telecoms Are Steering Streaming Back to Cable’s Playbook

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January 11, 2025 Comments Off on Beyond Binge Watching: Ads, Sports, and Telecoms Are Steering Streaming Back to Cable’s Playbook

The U.S. streaming market is saturated, with 96% of households subscribed to services, prompting a shift from acquisition to retention strategies. Ad-supported models are gaining traction as affordability overshadows uninterrupted viewing. Live sports and telecom partnerships are key growth areas, while brand ecosystems are vital for subscriber retention in this maturing landscape.

One Platform to Rule Them All: Aggregation Will Alter Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming
January 7, 2025 Comments Off on One Platform to Rule Them All: Aggregation Will Alter Streaming Markets in 2025

Standalone SVOD services are experiencing a shift as consumers grapple with rising costs and subscription stacking. Many are turning to video aggregators, which simplify access but risk escalating prices. The market may soon consist of fewer standalone players alongside aggregators, highlighting the necessity for service bundling to reduce churn and enhance consumer convenience.

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FilmTake Global Advance Index

November 19, 2025 Comments Off on FilmTake Global Advance Index

The FilmTake Advance Index compiles and enhances documented minimum guarantee deals across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America—directly drawn from hundreds of independent and mid-budget films representing over over 1,300 territorial distribution arrangements worldwide.

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