Independent British production company Cantilever Media, known for its work on the feature The Amazing Maurice and the upcoming series Badjelly, is excited to announce the launch of Kazoo Films. This new distribution company is dedicated to bringing animated features to kids and families.

What You Need to Know About Kazoo Films:

• Kazoo Films will focus on distributing independent, commercially viable family films through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home entertainment in the U.K. and Ireland. The company has identified a significant gap in the British market for these types of films and aims to be a key co-production partner and sales market for producers.
• Kazoo plans to release up to four films annually, featuring both productions from Cantilever Media and collaborations with international producers and sales agents.
• Cantilever Media recognizes a strong demand for more animation in the U.K., noting that animated family films generated over £250 million (USD $308 million) last year, accounting for 23.8% of total box office revenue.
• The establishment of Kazoo Films was bolstered by the U.K. Global Screen Fund’s International Business Development initiative, which provided funding to hire a marketing executive.
• Andrew Baker, founder and CEO of Cantilever Media, expressed: “We have pinpointed a market opportunity for a distribution company that specializes exclusively in animated feature films. Kazoo Films will prioritize independent, commercial family films for theatrical release in the U.K. and Ireland. Our goal is to demonstrate that animated films can attract significant theatrical interest in the U.K., highlighting the region as a viable co-production and sales market for animation producers and sales agents globally, ensuring these films reach the U.K. cinema audience.”