: Formerly a "Big Six" major (as 20th Century Fox), it is now a subsidiary of Disney but continues to produce major titles like Avatar . The "Big Eight" Legacy

: Operates Columbia Pictures and controls the Spider-Man film rights (in partnership with Marvel) and the James Bond series.

: Produces long-running franchises like Mission: Impossible , Top Gun , and Star Trek . Notable Mid-Major & Independent Studios

: Home to the Jurassic Park and Fast & Furious franchises, as well as Illumination ( Minions ).

While the Big Five lead the market, these studios are recognized for high-quality or niche content:

Historically, the industry was defined by the during the Golden Age of Hollywood (1930–1960), which included legacy names like MGM (now owned by Amazon) and RKO .

: A critical favorite known for "prestige" indie films like Everything Everywhere All At Once and Hereditary .

These powerhouses are the leading distributors in the industry as of 2025/2026: