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Film Distribution Flowchart & Resources

This flowchart outlines all steps in distributing your film, including theatrical, TV, streaming, international markets, marketing, festivals, and funding. Each link provides actionable tools, platforms, or guides.

• 1. Theatrical Distribution

  Plan the release of your film in theaters, negotiate deals, and organize screenings to build buzz and revenue.

  • Negotiating with Distributors:

    Partner with distributors who can handle contracts, revenue splits, and territories.

    • The Film Collaborative
    • IndieWire Distribution Guide
    • Distribber
  • Releasing in Theaters:

    Decide on wide or limited release using analytics and performance data.

    • Gower Street Analytics
    • Box Office Mojo
  • Organizing Screenings:

    Host premieres, press screenings, or test screenings for audience feedback and promotion.

    • Eventbrite
    • FilmFreeway

• 2. Television Distribution

  License your film to TV networks and produce short promotional spots for broadcast audiences.

  • Selling to Networks:

    Negotiate broadcast rights, pay-per-view, cable, or syndication deals.

    • Cinelytic
    • Broadcast Film Partners
  • Creating TV Spots:

    Produce short trailers highlighting key scenes and talent for TV broadcast.

    • Canva
    • Promo.com

• 3. Streaming Platforms

  Secure deals with online platforms and plan digital releases for global accessibility.

  • Securing Streaming Rights:

    Negotiate exclusive or non-exclusive rights and promotional support with streaming services.

    • Netflix Licensing
    • Hulu Distribution
    • Slated
  • Digital Releases:

    Plan VOD, SVOD, and AVOD releases for multiple regions.

    • VHX
    • Seed&Spark

• 4. Promotional Materials

  Build press kits and run social media campaigns to engage audiences and press.

  • Press Kits:

    Provide high-resolution images, trailers, bios, and production notes.

    • PressKitHero
    • Canva Media Kits
  • Social Media Campaigns:

    Share trailers, posters, behind-the-scenes content, polls, and contests.

    • Hootsuite
    • Buffer
    • Later

• 5. International Distribution

  Sell rights globally and localize films for foreign audiences.

  • Foreign Rights Sales:
    • Cannes Film Market
    • European Film Market
  • Subtitles and Dubbing:
    • Rev.com
    • VSI Group

• 6. Ancillary Markets

  Generate additional revenue from educational, institutional, and merchandise sales.

  • Educational & Institutional Sales:

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