The entertainment landscape is dominated by a core group of "Major Studios," often referred to as the , which control a significant majority of global film and television distribution. These entities have evolved from the fabled Hollywood Studio System of the 1920s-1940s, transitioning from "factory-style" production to global media conglomerates that manage massive intellectual property (IP) portfolios. The "Big Five" Major Studios
: With a 7% market share , Sony remains a "proudly independent" major studio. Its key productions include the Spider-Man films (under license from Marvel) and a dominant presence in anime via Crunchyroll . The entertainment landscape is dominated by a core
Beyond the Big Five, several smaller studios have carved out significant cultural niches: Its key productions include the Spider-Man films (under
As of 2025-2026, these five studios hold the highest market shares and manage the most recognizable franchises: " often referred to as the
: Following Amazon’s acquisition of the historic MGM, this studio combines a 100-year-old library ( James Bond , Rocky ) with new streaming-first productions for Prime Video .
: Capturing 20% market share , Universal is known for the Jurassic World and Fast & Furious franchises, as well as its animation wing comprising Illumination ( Minions ) and DreamWorks Animation ( Shrek ).