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--are classified in Industry 512110, Motion Picture and Video Production;

Merchant wholesale distribution of blank video cassette tapes and discs--are classified in Industry 423690, Other Electronic Parts and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers;

Merchant wholesale distribution of prerecorded video cassette tapes and discs--are classified in Industry 423990, Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers;

Providing mass duplication and packaging of video tapes--are classified in U.S. Industry 334612, Prerecorded Compact Disc (except Software), Tape, and Record Reproducing;

Providing motion picture footage (via film libraries) to producers--are classified in U.S. Industry 512199, Other Motion Picture and Video Industries;

Renting video tapes and discs to the general public--are classified in Industry 532230, Video Tape and Disc Rental; and

Selling video cassettes and discs to the general public--are classified in Industry 451220, Prerecorded Tape, Compact Disc, and Record Stores.