Vitrina Film/TV Production Insider [October, 2024]

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Vitrina Film/TV Production Insider [October, 2024]

The Global Monthly Film + TV Production Report is curated by Vitrina experts with insights from our network. The audio podcast was generated with Deep Dive and reviewed by our team.

The Global Monthly Film + TV Production Report is curated by Vitrina experts with insights from our network. The audio podcast was generated with Deep Dive and reviewed by our team.

October Productions Update: Strong Growth in the Americas; EMEA-APAC Flatlined

Welcome to the latest edition of Vitrina’s global tracking of Film and TV productions, capturing insights across Movies and Feature Films, TV series, Animations, Documentaries, Scripted and Unscripted projects.

Before we dive into October’s metrics, let’s recap the key Film and TV production trends driving the industry over the last 3 years.

Global Film & TV Production Snapshot: Last 34 Months

Source: Vitrina Daily Production Tracker

Insights on Production Transaction Volumes – October 24 vs. September 24

Vitrina tracks global content projects in real-time across all stages—development, production, post-production, and release. By monitoring daily transactions like financing, commissioning, and green-lighting among production houses, streamers, and broadcasters, we gain sharp insights into industry trends, key players, and buyer behavior.

Below are the key highlights for October Film+TV Production Volumes:

Global Trends: Production volumes increased by 7.5% from September, with the Americas led the growth with a 16% rise, EMEA 3%, and APAC 4% decline. Amazon MGM Studios/Prime Video and BET+ stood out this month, while Netflix, a key leader, along with BBC, and ITV , saw slight dips in transaction volumes.
Genre & Language: Drama led the genres, followed by Documentary and Comedy. From a language perspective, English productions represented 48% of the October projects followed by Spanish & German Productions.
Top Players: Netflix , Prime Video and BBC were the Top Commissioners in October followed by Channel 4
Streaming Trends: Streamers held 17% of the total production volume.
YOY: The most significant development, however, was that Film+TV Production volumes this October increased significantly compared to October 2023, reflecting a growth of approximately 19%. Last October, the strikes in Hollywood were still ongoing.
Within Americas: Streamers & Broadcasters commissioned productions with top languages in October being English, Portuguese & Spanish.

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Season Renewals:

October has seen a decline in season renewals, which have traditionally been a steady driver for businesses in the entertainment supply chain. While renewals help maintain viewer engagement and ensure consistent production, the decline signals a need for strategic shifts.

The graph below highlights recent trends in season renewals, showing shifts in strategies and the impact of language, region, and genre on these changes.

Summary for Season Renewals earlier this year:

January: Rise in Dutch language renewals.
March: Strong surge in renewals from major players (Netflix, Paramount, Warner Bros., ITV), showing confidence in existing series.
May: Peak in renewals, highlighting a focus on ongoing series.
June: Increase in Asian language renewals, aligning with English trends.
August: Renewals dropped by 37%, signaling a shift in strategy.
September: 8% rebound, driven by renewed interest in EMEA and APAC regions, with a notable rise in Japanese renewals.

October Insights:
October saw a significant shift, with a 30% drop in renewals as the focus turned toward new productions. The Americas led renewals this month, overtaking EMEA’s dominance from September. Growth in Portuguese (Brazilian) language renewals was driven by Netflix, Prime Video, and Apple TV. Regional activity revealed that the Americas took the lead, APAC renewals were largely driven by Disney+ Hotstar and Nine Network, and EMEA was led by S4C and BluTV. Drama emerged as the most renewed genre, capturing top preference for the month.

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Vitrina Spotlight: Production Deal of the Month!

Amazon MGM Studios, Excel Entertainment Set ‘Mirzapur’ Film Adaptation for 2026

Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment are set to adapt the hit Indian series Mirzapur into a film for a 2026 release, marking a significant shift from streaming to theatrical. This move highlights the growing trend of successful digital content transitioning to the big screen, a key shift in the entertainment industry that Vitrina can track across regions and platforms.

Strategic Partnership: The collaboration between Prime Video and Excel Entertainment underscores the increasing convergence of streaming and traditional cinema.
Cultural Relevance: Mirzapur’s compelling storytelling and loyal fanbase offer opportunities to track viewer engagement and content impact across platforms.
Collaborative Expertise: The return of key creators and cast ensures continuity, while offering insights into successful talent-driven content expansions.

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Tracking & Connecting the Global Entertainment Supply Chain in Real-Time with Vitrina

Vitrina helps members find the right projects, partners, distributors, and suppliers. We offer market intelligence that supports business expansion into new markets, providing insights into trends, leaderboards, and expert recommendations.

Entertainment Companies Tracked by Vitrina Worldwide in October: 134,000+

Entertainment Companies Tracked by Vitrina Worldwide in October:

	Most Popular on Vitrina	Highest Reputation Scores
Streamers & Broadcasters	Netflix, Prime Video	Netflix, Nippon TV
Production Houses	The Walt Disney Company, Paramount Pictures	Warner Bros. Discovery, Wildbrain
Post-Production Cos.	Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) PFX	Prime Focus Technologies, Company 3
Distributors	All3Media International, Globo International Distribution	Nordisk Film, Blue Ant Media
Localization	Iyuno, Dubformer, Keyword Studios	Zoo Digital, Iyuno, Visual Data Media Services,

Who is this for

This briefing is built for people who make or fund decisions about how content gets produced — not for general AI curiosity.

Producers & EPs

Looking to cut production costs and timelines without cutting corners on quality or buyer expectations.

Studio & Streamer Execs

Setting internal AI policy and want a clear-eyed view of what’s production-ready versus what’s still risky.

Post & VFX Vendors

Deciding where to invest in AI tooling to stay competitive on turnaround and price.

Your hosts

Two people who talk to studios, streamers, financiers, and vendors every single week.

EXPERT

Atul Phadnis

Founder & CEO, Vitrina A.I.

– A value-chain specialist and host of Vitrina’s LeaderSpeak podcast series, Atul reads and analyzes big-player market moves—across regions, genres, content slates, and partner choices—and deciphers the why, how, and what next – within the business of content.

HOST

Kunal Barai

Strategic Growth & Solutions Leader, Vitrina

– Kunal spends every day speaking with studios, streamers, financiers, and vendors—surfacing real financing, partnership, and growth needs. He brings those live questions to the session to spot trends in real time and map where the industry is heading next.