Nordisk Film

What Nordisk Film does

Nordisk Film is a Danish-founded (1906) Nordic entertainment and experience company, wholly owned by the Egmont media group, operating across five main business areas: Cinemas (47 locations across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden with 265 screens, 30,000+ seats, 4DX and 70mm format capabilities), Film & Series Production (22 producers across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway), Film Distribution (leading Nordic distributor of international studio content), Interactive (Nordisk Interactive is the leading distributor of PlayStation and other gaming products in the Nordics and Baltics), and Game Studios (Nordisk Games portfolio including Avalanche Studios Group, Star Stable, Super Massive Games, and MercurySteam). Supporting these core operations are the Nordisk Film+ streaming service, the ShortCut post-production facility in Copenhagen and Oslo, the world's first full 360° LED virtual production stage, and adjacent assets like the Reservoir dine-in cinema and cinema-advertising businesses (Dansk Reklame Film, Media Direct Norway).

The business model blends transactional and recurring revenue. Cinema operations generate ticket sales, concessions, premium experiences (4DX, recliner seating), and, since end-2023, a monthly subscription called Bioplus Unlimited. Film and series production monetizes through a mix of co-production partnerships, international distribution rights, and production-fee contracts with broadcasters and streamers (Amazon MGM Studios, TV2 Norway). Film Distribution operates on a one-time licensing model acquiring Nordic IP rights. Interactive is a hardware and software distribution franchise for PlayStation and Microids reaching 3.5 million active gamers monthly. Game Studios monetizes via one-time game licenses with 80+ titles released globally. Nordisk Film+ runs on a competitive subscription model launched in Denmark and expanded to Finland in 2026.

Nordisk Film serves a hybrid customer base: millions of individual cinema-goers, streamers, and gamers across the Nordics (B2C), and a B2B layer of filmmakers, talent, broadcasters, streamers (Amazon MGM, TV2 Norway), gaming publishers (Sony PlayStation, Microids), and corporate event clients. The company also holds co-ownership in Nordic production companies (Zentropa, Fantefilm, Solar Films, Trust Nordisk, Maipo Films), creating a vertically integrated content-to-exhibition pipeline anchored by 100+ years of brand heritage, 9 Oscar nominations since 2010, and the 2023 International Exhibitor of the Year award.

Name

Nordisk Film

Legal name

Nordisk Film

Website

https://nordiskfilm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Nordisk Film is a 1906-founded Danish entertainment company and Egmont subsidiary operating cinemas (47), film/series production, distribution, PlayStation distribution, game studios, and the Nordisk Film+ streaming service across the Nordic region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Entertainment Services

NAICS

Motion Picture and Video Production (512110), Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins) (512131), Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries (512), Motion Picture and Video Production (51211)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812), Services-Motion Picture Theaters (7830), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution (7822), Services-Allied To Motion Picture Production (7819)

akta.pro primary industry

Virtual Production & LED Volume Services (Stage Ops, ICVFX, Real-Time Camera/Tracking) (MPADAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

In-Camera VFX (ICVFX) Systems Integration & Workflows (MPAHADAE), Virtual Cinematography & Previs/Postvis/Techvis for VFX (MPAHABAK)

Keywords

• Cinema exhibition
• Film production
• Game publishing
• Content distribution
• Streaming services

Headquarters

HQ city

Valby

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Cinemas: Cinema operations generating revenue from ticket sales, concessions, and premium experiences. The company operates 47 cinemas across Denmark, Norway and Sweden, welcoming millions of guests annually. Offers subscription service Bioplus Unlimited launched end of 2023.
2. Film & Series Production: Production of films and series with local Scandinavian perspective and international reach. Nordisk Film Production operates in Denmark, Sweden and Norway with 22 producers, producing Oscar-class films and series.
3. Film Distribution: Leading Nordic distributor acquiring IP rights and partnering with international studios for theatrical and digital distribution across the Nordics.
4. Interactive (PlayStation Distribution): Distribution of PlayStation gaming products in the Nordics and Baltics, representing brands such as PlayStation and Microids. Reaches 3.5 million active gamers monthly.
5. Game Studios: Game development under Nordisk Games including Avalanche Studios Group (THEHUNTER: CALL OF THE WILD), Super Massive Games, Star Stable, and others. 80+ games released globally.
6. Streaming (Nordisk Film+): Streaming service with unique Nordic catalogue, launched in Finland as first new market outside Denmark. Competitive pricing with distinct identity targeting local and homely film experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Nordisk Film is a Nordic entertainment and experience company operating across five business areas: cinema exhibition (47 cinemas across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden), film and series production (Nordisk Film Production with 22 producers across three countries), Nordic film distribution, interactive entertainment distribution (PlayStation in the Nordics and Baltics), and game studios (Nordisk Games including Avalanche Studios Group, Star Stable, and Super Massive Games). The company also operates the Nordisk Film+ streaming service and ShortCut post-production facility, which features the world's first full 360° LED virtual production stage.

Product overview

Nordisk Film is a diversified Nordic entertainment and experience company organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core platform encompasses five main business areas: Cinemas (47 cinema locations across Denmark, Norway, Sweden), Film & Series Production (Nordisk Film Production with 22 producers in three countries), Film Distribution (acquiring Nordic IP rights), Interactive (PlayStation and Microids game distribution via Nordisk Interactive), and Game Studios (Nordisk Games portfolio including Avalanche Studios Group, Star Stable, Super Massive Games). Supporting these core operations are Nordisk Film+ streaming service, ShortCut post-production facilities, and a 360° LED virtual production stage. The company also holds co-ownership stakes in Nordic production companies (Zentropa, Fantefilm, Maipo Films, Trust Nordisk, Solar Films) and operates related entertainment properties like Reservoir dine-in cinemas and Dansk Reklame Film advertising.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nordisk Film+: Streaming service offering Nordic film and series content
• Nordisk Film Cinemas
• Nordisk Games
• ShortCut
• Reservoir

Products and services

• Nordisk Film Cinemas Nordic cinema chain operating 47 cinemas across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, with 265 screens, 8 4DX theatres, 3 70mm cinemas, and over 30,000 seats. The chain welcomes millions of guests annually and offers premium experiences including recliner seating and subscription access.
• Nordisk Film Production Production company producing films and series with a local Scandinavian perspective and international reach. Operates in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway with 22 producers and has produced Oscar-class titles such as THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE and SNAKE KILLER.
• Film Distribution
• Nordisk Interactive
• Nordisk Games
• Nordisk Film+ Streaming service offering Nordisk Film's unique Nordic catalogue with competitive pricing and a distinct identity, targeting consumers in Denmark and Finland.
• ShortCut Post-Production
• 360° LED Virtual Production Stage
• Bioplus Unlimited Cinema subscription product offering unlimited monthly cinema visits for a fixed monthly fee, giving members access to Nordisk Film's content library of around 200 new titles per year.
• Reservoir Dine-in Cinema Dine-in cinema concept in Carlsberg Byen, Copenhagen, combining a kitchen, bar and cinema in a single integrated entertainment experience — the first of its kind in Denmark.

Quantifiable outcome

• 6.6 million cinema tickets in 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Folkets BiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 14 May 2026Swedish theatrical distribution partner for the satire film 'Arrogance'. Folkets Bio handles Swedish cinema releases while Nordisk Film holds Nordic distribution rights.
• Fikra (Swedish Film Producer)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026Swedish-Danish co-production 'The Replaceable' developed in partnership with Fikra. Linda Mutawi's production company with international slate including cross-cultural storytelling projects.
• Reinvent YellowcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2026Nordisk Film Production signed a three-series distribution deal with Reinvent Yellow. The pact includes SNAKE KILLER (Amazon MGM Studios' first Danish Original), TV2 Norway's SOGN MURDERS, and a third show in early development. This represents a significant expansion of Nordisk Film's series output.
• PlayStation (Sony Interactive Entertainment)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNordisk Interactive is the leading distributor of PlayStation products in the Nordics and Baltics. Key brand partnership representing major gaming platform.
• Avalanche Studios GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGame development studio under Nordisk Games. Creates gaming experiences including THEHUNTER: CALL OF THE WILD, with new expansion in Peru (Intisuyu Reserve).
• Super Massive GamescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGame studio under Nordisk Games umbrella. Part of portfolio of gaming companies creating diverse content.
• Star StablecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGame studio under Nordisk Games developing immersive game universes with global player base.
• ZentropacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-owned creative Nordic production company. Part of film partners network enabling broadened and strengthened slate of high-quality film and series content.
• Amazon MGM StudioscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSNAKE KILLER is Amazon MGM Studios' first Danish Original, produced by Nordisk Film Production. Major streaming partnership for original content.
• TV2 NorwaycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBroadcasting partner for SOGN MURDERS crime series under Reinvent Yellow deal. Key Norwegian broadcaster relationship.
• Dansk Reklame FilmminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCinema advertising sales and distribution company in Denmark. Part of related cinema ecosystem companies.
• Media Direct NorwayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCinema advertising sales and distribution company in Norway. Related company for cinema advertisement operations.
• FilmwebminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNorway's leading online film portal with news, reviews, and ticket sales. Related entity through Kino.dk acquisition.
• Kino.dkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDenmark's large online film portal with news, reviews, and ticket sales. Acquired by Norway's Filmweb.
• ShortCutcoreTechnology or IntegrationPost-production facility in Copenhagen and Oslo. Offers DIT, Editing, Sound Design, Online, Grading, Digital Mastering and restoration services. Internal capability for production support.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Modern Times Group (MTG): Nordic-based gaming and esports holding company. Directly comparable through gaming distribution (MTG owns InnoGames, PlaySimple) and content/streaming exposure relevant to Nordisk's gaming and streaming businesses.
• SF Studios: Swedish film production and distribution company (subsidiary of Bonnier). Directly comparable to Nordisk Film Production on Scandinavian film/series production and Nordic distribution rights acquisition.
• Pathé: European film production, distribution and exhibition major with cinemas across France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium. Comparable vertically integrated entertainment model across production-distribution-exhibition.
• StudioCanal: European film and series production and distribution arm of Canal+ Group. Directly comparable to Nordisk Film Distribution and Production, with similar European content acquisition and international distribution partnerships.
• SF Bio: Sweden's largest cinema chain and a Nordisk Film competitor in the Scandinavian exhibition market. Directly comparable cinema operations (screens, premium formats, concessions).
• Trust Nordisk: Nordic film sales and distribution company (co-owned by Nordisk Film). Directly comparable as a Nordic sales agent and distribution partner in international markets.
• Zentropa: Danish film production company co-owned by Nordisk Film. Direct Nordic production peer with comparable slate of auteur-driven content and international co-production partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• Vue International: Large European cinema chain operator. Comparable cinema exhibition model with premium screens, recliners, and subscription offerings - similar to Nordisk Film Cinemas' Bioplus Unlimited subscription.
• UFA (Bertelsmann): German production company within Bertelsmann/RTL Group. Comparable as European film/series producer with international distribution reach, similar scale and vertical integration.

Regional players

• Bonnier Broadcasting: Nordic media group operating TV channels, streaming services and publishing. Regional comparable to Nordisk Film's streaming and content businesses in the Nordic market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments4 records

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