5120 Entertainment

What 5120 Entertainment does

5120 Entertainment is a privately held, diversified entertainment company founded in 2020 by CEO Eugene Parker and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company operates four core service lines: film production (across comedy, drama, horror, and action genres), television production (scripted and unscripted series), live events (tour production, equipment, personnel, talent booking), and production/distribution financing for independent projects. Its production slate includes the comedy film 'Back on the Strip' (2023) starring Wesley Snipes and Tiffany Haddish, the comedy film 'Giving Thanks' (2023) starring Terrence Howard, and the television series 'Na'im' (2023). Live event operations center on co-production of high-profile tours including the Fall Back in Love Comedy & Music Jam Tour (2023) and the Wild 'N Out Live Tour 2024, which performed at major arenas including Barclays Center and United Center.

The company extends its reach through P4 Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary focused on global digital content distribution and live event streaming. P4 maintains established partnerships with 10+ major streaming platforms — Tubi, Pluto, Roku, Xumo, Vudu, Peacock, Amazon, BET+, Hulu, and Netflix — and provides end-to-end release management including contract execution, onboarding, content delivery, and revenue collection. Direct-to-consumer merchandise (hoodies at $49.99, t-shirts at $19.99, hats at $29.99) is sold through the company's Squarespace-hosted e-commerce storefront. There is no proprietary technology platform; operations rely on standard digital tooling and manual onboarding workflows.

Revenue is generated through multiple streams: one-time licensing of film and television content to streaming and broadcast platforms; professional services fees for live event production; transaction-based returns on production and P&A financing deals; marketplace commissions through P4 Distribution's revenue-sharing arrangements with digital platforms; and unit-priced merchandise sales. Customer segments include independent filmmakers and content creators (via P4 Distribution), television production companies and show creators, live event promoters and artists, and consumer fans. The company operates with a lean team of approximately 5 employees and scales output through strategic partnerships — most notably with RIP Michael's Entertainment for tour co-production and Brandwood Studios / Foresight Entertainment for film co-development. No external funding rounds, acquisitions, or revenue figures are disclosed.

Name

5120 Entertainment

Legal name

5120 Entertainment

Website

https://5120ent.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

5120 Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based diversified entertainment company founded in 2020 by CEO Eugene Parker that produces films, television series, and live events, provides production financing to independent creators, and distributes content globally via its P4 Distribution subsidiary across 10+ streaming platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Entertainment Production Services

NAICS

Motion Picture and Video Distribution (51212), Motion Picture and Video Distribution (512120), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210), Broadcasting and Content Providers (516)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution (7822), Services-Allied To Motion Picture Distribution (7829), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Home Entertainment Distribution (Digital: TVOD/EST) (MPADAJAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pay-TV / Premium Window Distribution (MPADAJAH), Royalty, Reporting & Revenue Share Administration (MPADALAJ)

Keywords

• Film production services
• Television production services
• Live event production
• Production financing services
• Content distribution services

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Film Production & Financing: 5120 Entertainment produces and finances feature films across genres (comedy, drama, horror, action) for theatrical release, maintaining a diverse project slate. Revenue is generated through theatrical distribution deals, streaming platform licensing, and potentially box office participation.
2. Television Production: The company develops and produces both scripted and unscripted television series for broadcast and streaming platforms. Revenue derives from licensing content to networks and streaming services.
3. Live Events Production & Financing: 5120 plans and executes live events including comedy tours, concerts, and live performances. This includes providing equipment, personnel, talent booking, and production expertise. Revenue comes from ticket sales, sponsorships, and production fees.
4. Production Financing: The company provides financing to independent film and television productions, structuring complex financing deals. Revenue is generated through return on financed projects.
5. P4 Distribution (Content Distribution Services): P4 Distribution, a subsidiary of 5120 Entertainment, specializes in global online distribution and live streaming of films, series, documentaries, short films, and live performances. Revenue is generated through revenue-sharing arrangements with digital platforms.
6. Merchandise Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of branded merchandise including hoodies, t-shirts, and hats through the company's e-commerce storefront at 5120ent.com/merch.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

5120 Entertainment is a diversified entertainment company that develops, finances, and produces feature films, scripted and unscripted television series, and live events such as comedy and music tours. The company also provides production financing and prints-and-advertising (P&A) financing for independent film, television, and live event projects, and operates the P4 Distribution subsidiary to handle global digital distribution of content across major streaming platforms. A branded apparel merchandise line is sold direct-to-consumer through the company's e-commerce storefront.

Product overview

5120 Entertainment is a diversified entertainment company founded in 2020 by CEO Eugene Parker, operating as a single integrated company with multiple service divisions rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The company provides film production, television production, live events, and production/distribution financing services. Its subsidiary P4 Distribution handles global online content distribution and live streaming across major platforms including TubiTv, Pluto, Roku, Xumo, Vudu, Peacock, Amazon, BET+, Hulu, and Netflix. Consumer merchandise (hoodies, t-shirts, hats) is sold through the company's e-commerce shop. Key productions include the films 'Back on the Strip' and 'Giving Thanks,' the television series 'Na'im,' and live tours such as the Fall Back in Love Comedy and Music Jam Tour.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Film Production
• Television Production
• Live Events
• Production Financing
• Distribution Financing
• Live Event Financing
• P4 Distribution
• 5120 Entertainment Branded Merchandise

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.

• Brandwood StudiosminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2023Brandwood Studios' Stephanie Weier developed the 'Giving Thanks' film project alongside 5120 Entertainment. Brandwood Studios served as a co-developer and producer on the comedy film starring Terrence Howard, JB Smoove, and Rebecca De Mornay, directed by Leslie Small.
• Foresight Entertainment (Charlton Jacques)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2023Charlton Jacques of Foresight Entertainment developed the 'Giving Thanks' project and produced alongside 5120 Entertainment, Brandwood Studios, and other partners.
• RIP Michael's EntertainmentflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 20235120 Entertainment partnered with RIP Michael's Entertainment (a production company known for April Fools Comedy Jam, Wild 'N Out Live, Fall Back Comedy Jam, and Fall Back in Love Comedy & Music Jam) to co-produce the Fall Back in Love Comedy & Music Jam Tour. The partnership combined 5120's production capabilities with RIP Michael's entertainment expertise, producing events at American Airlines Center, Toyota Center, and Little Caesars Arena featuring music and comedy talent.
• P4 Distribution (Subsidiary)coreOthersP4 Distribution is a wholly-owned subsidiary of 5120 Entertainment that specializes in global online distribution and event live streaming of films, series, documentaries, short films, and live performances. P4 Distribution maintains partnerships with TubiTv, Pluto, Roku, Xumo, Vudu, Peacock, Amazon, BET+, Hulu, and Netflix. The subsidiary operates under a mission focused on Purpose, Placement, Protection, and Profit for content creators.
• Tubi, Pluto, Roku, Xumo, Vudu, Peacock, Amazon, BET+, Hulu, NetflixcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorP4 Distribution has established partnerships with major digital streaming platforms including TubiTv, Pluto, Roku, Xumo, Vudu, Peacock, Amazon, BET+, Hulu, and Netflix for the distribution of client content. High-quality content may also be pitched to BET, TVOne, or Netflix. These partnerships enable global digital distribution of films, series, documentaries, and live events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Imagine Entertainment: Independent film and television production company producing content across genres. Comparable to 5120 as a diversified independent producer with major platform relationships.
• Bleecker Street: Independent film distribution and production company. Comparable to 5120 as a similarly structured independent focused on theatrical and platform distribution of curated content.
• Lionsgate: Independent film and television production and distribution company with a deep content library. Comparable to 5120 as a similarly structured independent producer/distributor, though operating at vastly larger scale.
• A24: Independent film and television production studio known for diverse, award-winning content. Directly comparable to 5120 as an independent producer using premium distribution channels to reach streaming and theatrical audiences.
• STX Entertainment: Independent film and television production and distribution company. Comparable to 5120 as a diversified independent producer with multi-platform distribution capabilities.
• Will Packer Productions: Independent film and television production company focused on diverse content and talent. Closely comparable to 5120's mission of producing diverse, multicultural entertainment projects.
• Macro Entertainment: Independent film and television production company focused on diverse content and creators. Direct peer to 5120 as a similarly positioned independent producer serving multicultural audiences.

Broad incumbents

• Tyler Perry Studios: Major independent production studio producing diverse film, television, and stage content. Comparable to 5120 as a similarly focused diversity-driven entertainment company, though at vastly larger scale with owned production infrastructure.
• Endeavor Content: Premium content distribution and production company within the broader Endeavor ecosystem. Comparable to 5120's P4 Distribution function as a distribution-focused content partner.

Emerging players

• Concord Originals: Independent film and television production and distribution entity. Comparable to 5120 as a similarly positioned multi-platform content distributor with focus on independent creators.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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