TV BARRANDOV

What TV BARRANDOV does

TV Barrandov is a Czech multi-channel television broadcaster headquartered in Prague 5, operating under the EMPRESA MEDIA & BARRANDOV GROUP. The station runs four themed channels: TV Barrandov (general entertainment), Kino Barrandov (cinema), Krimi Barrandov (crime/thriller), and News Barrandov (regional news). The technical infrastructure is conventional television broadcasting — terrestrial transmission and Skylink satellite distribution on Astra 23.5°E — augmented by an internet streaming and digital video archive on barrandov.tv. Programming is anchored by long-running original Czech franchises (cooking shows hosted by Jiří Babica, the Policie Delta police drama, Soudkyně Barbara and Soudce Alexandr courtroom series, relationship documentaries, and talk shows such as Sejdeme se na Cibulce and VIP svět).

The business operates two legal entities: Barrandov Televizní Studio, a.s. (operator of Kino Barrandov and Krimi Barrandov channels), and S-24 akvizice II, s.r.o. (operator of the main Televize Barrandov channel). The company monetizes primarily through television advertising on all four channels, supplemented by sponsored content via the Protext news-wire section and a newly introduced tiered subscription video-on-demand product, the Prémiový Archiv, priced at 19 Kč (weekly), 69 Kč (monthly), and 300 Kč (semi-annual). International viewers — chiefly Slovak — can purchase subscriptions via card or online payment.

Distribution is multi-platform: over-the-air terrestrial, Skylink satellite (with FastScan auto-tuning for certified receivers), the company's own website, the official YouTube channel TelevizeBarrandovOfficial, and free-plus-paid social-login authentication through Facebook, mojeID, and email. The video archive integrates Nielsen Digital Measurement for audience analytics, supporting the station's participation in ad-market currency standards. With ~70 employees, TV Barrandov functions as a mid-sized, vertically integrated Czech broadcaster competing for attention against both larger national incumbents and global streaming platforms.

Name

TV BARRANDOV

Legal name

Barrandov Televizní Studio, a.s.

Website

https://barrandov.tv

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

TV Barrandov is a Prague-based Czech multi-channel television broadcaster operating four themed channels (general, cinema, crime, news) under the EMPRESA MEDIA group, monetized through advertising and a tiered subscription video archive distributed via terrestrial, Skylink satellite, and online streaming to Czech and Slovak viewers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Television Broadcasting

NAICS

Television Broadcasting Stations (51612), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (5162), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (51621)

SIC

Television Broadcasting Stations (4833), Cable & Other Pay Television Services (4841), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro primary industry

National General-Entertainment Broadcast Networks (MPABAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Network/Studio Streaming Channels (MPABAHAG), TVOD/Transactional & PPV Streaming Channels (MPABAHAC), Live TV Streaming (vMVPD/IPTV OTT) (MPACAAAD)

Keywords

• Television broadcasting
• Video on demand
• Premium subscription
• Multi-channel programming
• Czech entertainment media

Headquarters

HQ city

Prague

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Advertising Revenue: Traditional television advertising including classic ad formats and non-traditional advertising opportunities on TV Barrandov, Barrandov Kino, and Barrandov Krimi channels
2. Premium Video Archive Subscription: Paid subscription model for access to premium video content. Options include weekly (7 days/19 Kč), monthly (31 days/69 Kč), and semi-annual (183 days/300 Kč) plans. Free content includes main news and selected programs. International viewers can purchase via card or online payment.
3. Sponsored Content: Sponsored segments and branded content through the Protext news section and special advertising operations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

TV Barrandov operates a multi-channel Czech commercial television network consisting of four themed channels: TV Barrandov (general entertainment, news, talk and cooking shows), Kino Barrandov (cinema and films), Krimi Barrandov (crime and thriller series), and News Barrandov (regional news). Programming is distributed free-to-view via terrestrial broadcast and Skylink satellite, accompanied by a digital video archive on barrandov.tv offering both free content and a tiered Premium Archive paid subscription (weekly 19 Kč, monthly 69 Kč, semi-annual 300 Kč) for extended on-demand access. The portfolio combines original Czech-language productions, imported international series, and sponsored editorial content via the Protext press release section.

Product overview

TV Barrandov operates as a multi-channel Czech television broadcaster consisting of four distinct channels: TV Barrandov (main general entertainment channel), Barrandov KINO (movie channel), Barrandov KRIMI (crime content channel), and News Barrandov (regional news channel). The network offers digital video archive services including a free Video Archiv with news and selected content, and a subscription-based Prémiový Archiv providing premium exclusive content with tiered pricing plans. Programming spans entertainment shows, cooking programs, court dramas, police series, relationship documentaries, talk shows, quiz competitions, telenovelas, and foreign crime dramas. The company provides user registration with social login options (Facebook, mojeID), implements Nielsen Digital Measurement for audience analytics, and maintains YouTube presence for content distribution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• TV Barrandov (general entertainment channel) Main general entertainment television channel featuring daily news, entertainment shows, cooking programs, documentaries, and drama series targeted at Czech households. Distributed free-to-view via terrestrial broadcast and Skylink satellite.
• Barrandov KINO (movie channel) Movie-focused television channel within the Barrandov group showcasing films, cinematic content, and theatrical productions for Czech viewers. Operated by Barrandov Televizní Studio, a.s.
• Barrandov KRIMI (crime content channel) Crime-themed television channel featuring criminal investigation shows, true crime documentaries, and thriller series targeted at Czech viewers seeking crime and mystery entertainment.
• News Barrandov (news channel) Regional news television channel delivering daily broadcast of current events and regional news coverage for the Czech Republic, complementing the main TV Barrandov channel.
• Prémiový Archiv (Premium Archive subscription) Paid subscription video-on-demand service providing Czech viewers with extended on-demand access to premium Barrandov content, with weekly, monthly, and semi-annual pricing tiers (19 Kč/7 days, 69 Kč/31 days, 300 Kč/183 days) accessible domestically and internationally.
• Protext (sponsored news wire section) News wire / press release section on barrandov.tv that distributes sponsored editorial content and commercial announcements from organizations seeking broadcast visibility through the Barrandov platform.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SkylinkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 December 2021Satellite television distribution partnership. Skylink, a major Czech and Slovak satellite TV provider, distributes TV Barrandov channels. Certified Skylink READY receivers automatically update via FastScan feature, while older receivers require manual retuning to new frequencies (Astra 23.5°E).
• NielsencoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital audience measurement integration. Nielsen Digital Measurement software is embedded in the video archive, enabling TV Barrandov to participate in market research. Users can opt out of measurement per Nielsen privacy policy.
• EMPRESA MEDIAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent media company and content partner. EMPRESA MEDIA, a.s. (IČ 26418011) is a co-owner and strategic partner, sharing user accounts and services with barrandov.tv, tyden.cz, and eshop.tyden.cz. Joint data controllers per GDPR for user personal data.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• TV Markíza: Leading Slovak commercial broadcaster with multiple channels and Voyo streaming. Comparable multi-channel Czech/Slovak–language broadcasting model serving an adjacent Central European market that shares viewing habits with TV Barrandov.
• TVN (TVN Warner Bros. Discovery): Major Polish commercial broadcaster with flagship channel and themed sister channels plus Player streaming. Comparable multi-channel Central European commercial broadcasting model with similar advertising and SVOD monetization dynamics to TV Barrandov.
• Óčko (Czech Music TV): Czech thematic music broadcaster owned by Czech Media Invest. Comparable Czech niche linear-channel broadcaster model with multi-platform digital distribution, smaller scale relative to TV Barrandov but similar local-content orientation.

Broad incumbents

• RTL Hungary (RTL Klub): RTL Group's Hungarian commercial broadcaster with multiple channels and streaming. Comparable mid-sized Central European multi-channel commercial broadcaster under a larger international media group, mirroring TV Barrandov's position within EMPRESA MEDIA.

Emerging players

• SledovaniTV: Czech/Slovak IPTV and streaming aggregator offering live TV channels (including Barrandov) with subscriptions. Competes as a premium streaming alternative for Czech viewers, indirectly pressuring TV Barrandov's Premium Archive positioning.
• Seznam.cz TV: Czech AVOD streaming service operated by Seznam.cz, offering free ad-supported video including local content. Competes with TV Barrandov's free video archive for Czech digital ad inventory and viewer attention, but focused on digital distribution rather than broadcast.

Direct peers

• TV Nova (Nova Broadcasting): Czech national commercial broadcaster operating multiple channels (Nova, Nova Cinema, Nova Action, Nova Gold) and digital platforms (Voyo). Directly competes with TV Barrandov for Czech advertising budgets, broadcast viewers, and premium subscription spend in the same market.
• Česká televize (Czech Television): Czech public broadcaster operating ČT1, ČT2, ČT24, ČT sport, ČT art, and iVysýlání streaming. Largest Czech broadcaster by reach; competes with TV Barrandov for viewers, news audiences, and content rights despite public-service funding model.
• FTV Prima: Czech private broadcaster operating Prima, Prima COOL, Prima MAX, Prima ZOOM, Prima STAR and streaming platform Prima+. Head-to-head competitor to TV Barrandov in Czech general entertainment, themed channel portfolio, and ad market share.

Others

• Barrandov Studios (film production): Historic Czech film production facility sharing the Barrandov brand name. Adjacent ecosystem participant in Czech media production, providing potential content production and licensing synergies with TV Barrandov's original programming pipeline.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/TelevizeBarrandovOfficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tv-barrandov

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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