Industry Statistics and Trends
Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe key trends
US industrial action disrupts European film productions.
The persisting strikes of US studios, essential to many European projects, have led to major production delays and revenue losses in Europe.
European nations vie for film industry funding.
Competition will intensify as countries offer enticing incentives like tax rebates and subsidies to attract big budget productions for their cinematic and televisual ventures.
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Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 5.0 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €49.6bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
US funding is key for European productions
- European production studios are increasingly involved in international co-productions, especially from big US media conglomerates.
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Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
State competition to attract big budget productions will stay high
- Government departments across Europe compete to attract foreign funding to produce films and shows in their countries and regions.
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Revenue
€49.6bn
Employees
293k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Norway +8.8%
- Hungary +7.5%
- Netherlands +7.3%
- Cyprus +7.2%
- Luxembourg +6.5%
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Banijay SA | 3,546.3 | 411.0 | 11.6 | |
Comcast Corporation | 116,555.0 | 16,084.6 | 13.8 | |
RTL Group SA | 7,531.4 | 1,370.7 | 18.2 |
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Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe is €49.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 156k businesses in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 5.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe include?
Scripted TV and Unscripted TV are part of the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry is France.
How competitive is the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Luxembourg
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Russia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Slovakia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Italy
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Sweden
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Turkey
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Cyprus
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Latvia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Austria
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in France
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Lithuania
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in the Netherlands
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Finland
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Croatia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Slovenia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Bulgaria
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Spain
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Portugal
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Serbia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Belgium
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Hungary
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Czechia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Denmark
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Malta
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Greece
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Romania
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Norway
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Poland
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Ireland
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Estonia
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Iceland
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry produce theatrical and non-theatrical TV programmes, feature motion picture films and other video categories. Activities may be carried out solely by a European studio or producer or in conjunction with international studios as part of a co-production agreement. This industry excludes post-production activities such as editing, adding sound, subtitling, titling and adding special effects.
Related Terms
COOPERATIONGENREVIDEO PRODUCTIONWhat's included in this industry?
Scripted TVUnscripted TVCommercialsFilmsCompanies
Banijay SAComcast CorporationRTL Group SAIndustry Code
5911 - Motion picture, video and television programme production activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
US funding is key for European productions
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Unscripted TV is a cost-effective solution for production companies. Without requiring big-budget actors, multiple locations or a horde of scriptwriters, these improvisation-based shows offer potential high returns on much smaller investments.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Coproductions make the industry less concentrated. Big studios and broadcasters often work in collaboration with smaller studios to produce big budget films and shows, which means that smaller studios don’t have to compete directly with the big studios.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Banijay SA
- Countries of operation for Comcast Corporation
- Countries of operation for RTL Group SA
- Countries of operation for ITV plc
- Countries of operation for BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
- Countries of operation for Warner Bros Discovery Inc
- Countries of operation for Groupe Canal+ SA
- Countries of operation for The Walt Disney Company Ltd
- Countries of operation for Mediawan
- Countries of operation for Leonine Holding GmbH LLC
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulators determine the classification of productions. Each country has its own methods of classifying a production based on its suitability for audiences. Films with lots of violence or adult content may be limited to viers over 18 while TV.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit isn't looking strong. Delayed production schedules thanks to COVID-19 and the energy crisis don't bode well for producers' profitability.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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