Television

Distribution

Who Will Own the Future of Filmed Entertainment? Inside the Great Media Power Grab

March 1, 2025 FilmTake Comments Off on Who Will Own the Future of Filmed Entertainment? Inside the Great Media Power Grab

Traditional media powerhouses are fighting to maintain relevance amid digital disruption. In 2024, more than 50% of media M&A deals involved cross-sector acquisitions, reflecting a strategic pivot towards owning intellectual property (IP) that can be monetized across multiple platforms.

Production

Streamers Shift Focus Overseas Spelling Trouble for U.S. Production Output

July 27, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off on Streamers Shift Focus Overseas Spelling Trouble for U.S. Production Output

Netflix and Amazon Studios are the powerhouses of the streaming industry, commanding the majority of content production and licensing activity. However, the bulk of their productions are increasingly taking place outside the United States. This international trend raises concerns about the future of Hollywood’s dominant production status.

Distribution

Content Spending Slumps in the Post-Peak Television Era

July 19, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off on Content Spending Slumps in the Post-Peak Television Era

After reaching unprecedented heights, the film and television market is now charting a more cautious path in the post-peak television era. Several recent forecasts shed light on the slowdown in television content spending, emphasizing the shift in priorities and austerity for major media companies.