Produced crucial, award-winning films including 12 Years a Slave and The Big Short .

Sony is vertically integrated. They don't just make movies; they make the cameras and sensors used to shoot many of their competitors' films (Sony Cinema Line). Their PlayStation division is increasingly feeding productions, with The Last of Us (produced for HBO) and Gran Turismo serving as case studies for IP synergy.

A frequent co-production partner responsible for massive cinematic universes like the "MonsterVerse" ( Godzilla vs. Kong ) and the Dune series. The Disruptors: Streaming Studios and Tech Giants

By acquiring the historic MGM catalog, Amazon secured foundational Hollywood IP. The studio focuses on high-budget fantasy series and sports documentaries to drive Prime subscriptions. Apple Studios

The major studios in Hollywood have been the driving force behind many of the movies and TV shows that we know and love. These studios have a rich history dating back to the early days of cinema and have evolved over the years through mergers and acquisitions. The six major studios are:

Moving from a content aggregator to a production powerhouse, Netflix produces hundreds of original titles annually across the globe. It pioneered data-driven greenlighting and has built massive original brands like Stranger Things, Squid Game, and Bridgerton.