Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Italy compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Italy
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#5 In EuropeBusiness
#8 In EuropeEmployees
#5 In EuropeWages
#5 In EuropeThe rise of online streaming platforms has significantly revolutionised the media distribution industry. A 2022 Eurostat report reveals that in the preceding three months, 42.3% of EU respondents used an online streaming service, a rise from 23% in 2018. This shift has disrupted other distribution methods, including DVDs, downloads and broadcast channels. The advent of video-on-demand services has empowered major film and TV studios to establish their own direct-to-customer platforms like Disney+ and BritBox, therefore gaining more control over content distribution. Industry revenue is set to fall at a compound annual rate of 0.3% over the five years through 2024, to €16.8 billion.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Comcast Corporation | 116,555.0 | 16,084.6 | 13.8 | |
The Walt Disney Company Ltd | 3,922.7 | 519.8 | 13.2 | |
ITV plc | 4,306.2 | 235.6 | 5.5 |
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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 Distribution industry in Italy in 2024?
The market size of the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy is €919.3m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry in 2024?
There are 186 businesses in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy, which has declined at a CAGR of 2.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy has been declining at a CAGR of 3.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution market in Italy?
The biggest companies operating in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution market in Italy are Comcast Corporation, The Walt Disney Company Ltd and ITV plc
What does the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy include?
European productions and US productions are part of the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy?
The company holding the most market share in Italy is Comcast Corporation.
How competitive is the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution industry in Italy.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Italy
- Sound Recording & Music Publishing in Italy
Complementors
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in Italy
- Film, Video & Television Programme Post-Production in Italy
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The industry consists of firms that distribute films to cinemas, TV networks and other exhibitors. It also includes companies that acquire distribution rights and distribute DVDs to retailers and wholesalers but excludes the reproduction and sale of film, videos and DVDs from master copies.
Related Terms
DISTRIBUTORTHEATRICAL RELEASEFRANCHISEWhat's included in this industry?
European productionsUS productionsInternational productionsCompanies
Comcast CorporationThe Walt Disney Company LtdITV plcIndustry Code
5913 - Motion picture, video and television programme distribution activities in Italy
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Performance
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
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
US productions are losing market power. The growing trend towards locally-produced TV shows and films around the world is reducing Hollywood's global grip on the media sector.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Italy
- Total Exports into Italy
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)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Revenue is concentrated at the top. Popular shows and films earn the lion's share of distribution revenue. Most years, the top ten film releases account for over 40% of global box office revenue.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 5 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Distributors have to abide by local copyright and content laws. Copyright laws protect the sharing of material without permission of the rights holders. Countries also have differing laws on permitted content available to the public, which must be adhered to.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Film, Video & Television Programme Distribution in Italy industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Film distribution reaps high rewards with minimal expenses. This occurs as distributors of popular titles profit immensely, even decades later.
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 Distribution in Italy 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)
Methodology
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