This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in acquiring distribution rights and distributing film and video productions to motion picture theaters, television networks and stations, and exhibitors.
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in
Producing and distributing motion pictures and videos - classified in Industry 512120, Motion Picture and Video Production;
Merchant wholesale distribution of blank video cassette tapes and discs - classified in Industry 423690, Other Electronic Parts and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers;
Merchant wholesale distribution of prerecorded video cassette tapes and discs - classified in Industry 423990, Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers;
Providing mass duplication and packaging of video tapes - classified in U.S. Industry 334612, Prerecorded Compact Disc (except Software), Tape, and Record Reproducing;
Providing motion picture footage (via film libraries) to producers - classified in U.S. Industry 512199, Other Motion Picture and Video Industries;
Renting video tapes and discs to the general public - classified in Industry 532230, Video Tape and Disc Rental; and
Selling video cassettes and discs to the general public - classified in Industry 451220, Prerecorded Tape, Compact Disc and Record Stores.
| 2002 NAICS | Corresponding Index Entries |
| 512120 | Animated cartoon Distribution |
| 512120 | Film distribution agencies |
| 512120 | Film distribution, motion picture and video |
| 512120 | Film libraries, commercial distribution |
| 512120 | Motion picture distribution exclusive of production |
| 512120 | Motion picture film distributors |
| 512120 | Motion picture film libraries |
| 512120 | Tape distribution for television |
| 512120 | Television show syndicators |
