Your Movie Rents for $5.99 — Here’s What You Actually Get

What does a $5.99 indie film rental actually earn the filmmaker?

In this episode, I break down the economics of TVOD and show where the money goes after the streaming platform and distributor take their percentages. We also look at investor recoupment, how a small indie film might calculate its potential rental revenue, and why filmmakers should work backwards from realistic distribution revenue when setting a movie's budget.

If you're financing, producing, or distributing an independent movie, understanding the economics of VOD can help you make much smarter decisions before production begins.