Palisades Park Pictures

What Palisades Park Pictures does

Palisades Park Pictures is an independent entertainment company founded in September 2023 and fully backed by Ashland Hill Media Finance, operating as a global film sales and distribution outfit with dual headquarters in Santa Monica, California and London, UK. The company's core function is acquiring, financing, and internationally selling commercial film content on a territory-by-territory basis, with active participation at Cannes, AFM (American Film Market), EFM (European Film Market), and Hong Kong's Filmart. Its current slate spans roughly eight active titles across family entertainment (The Magic Faraway Tree starring Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy, with two sequels announced), prestige drama/musical (The Road Home directed by Bill Condon, starring Cynthia Erivo and financed by Studiocanal for nine-territory release), comedy (Nimrods, Nice Fish), action thrillers (Duchess, Fast Charlie), and sci-fi (Skyline Warpath, Grendel with Jim Henson Company). The portfolio also includes a library of catalog titles dating from 2002–2006.

The business model is fundamentally transactional: revenue is generated through international sales commissions, minimum guarantees, advances, and revenue-share arrangements negotiated per title, per territory, at film markets or through direct negotiations. Revenue streams include licensing royalties across theatrical, TVOD, EST, and other distribution windows. The company has increasingly moved from pure sales-agent representation into co-production and equity participation — for example, Ashland Hill fully financed The Magic Faraway Tree, and BGG Capital co-financed Eyes in the Trees — capturing production upside beyond sales commissions.

Palisades Park Pictures serves two primary customer segments: (1) film producers and rights holders seeking global sales and distribution reach, served through co-production and sales mandates; and (2) territorial film distributors seeking commercially viable content, served through territory-by-territory licensing deals with named buyers including Saban Films, Vertigo Films, Vertical, XYZ Films, Signature Entertainment, Studiocanal, and Entertainment Film Distributors. The leadership team is compact — CEO Tamara Birkemoe (25+ years industry experience from Screen Media and Foresight Unlimited), VP Distribution & Marketing Kyle Bellinger, VP International Sales Hannah Atlas, plus finance and sales coordinator staff — operating with the financial backing and capital access of parent Ashland Hill Media Finance as its primary scaling lever.

Name

Palisades Park Pictures

Legal name

Palisades Park Pictures

Website

https://palisadesparkpictures.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Palisades Park Pictures is an independent global film sales company founded in 2023 and backed by Ashland Hill Media Finance. It acquires, co-produces, and internationally distributes commercial film content across territories via major film markets, serving producers, rights holders, and territorial distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Film Distribution & International Sales

NAICS

Motion Picture and Video Distribution (512120), Motion Picture and Video Distribution (51212)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

International Sales & Licensing (Territory Pre-Sales) (MPADAJAC)

Keywords

• International film sales
• Film distribution rights
• Production financing
• Worldwide film licensing
• Independent film sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Monica

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Worldwide Film Sales and Distribution: Palisades Park Pictures generates revenue through international sales of film content, handling worldwide distribution rights for theatrical releases, TVOD/EST, and other windows. The company acquires content, manages international sales at film markets, and facilitates distribution partnerships across global territories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Palisades Park Pictures is a global film sales company that acquires, finances, and internationally distributes commercial film content. The company sells worldwide distribution rights—including theatrical, TVOD, and EST windows—to territorial distributors across global markets. Operations span international sales at major film markets (Cannes, AFM, EFM, Filmart), production financing support, and management of a slate of star-driven theatrical titles alongside a catalog library of previously released films.

Product overview

Palisades Park Pictures is an independent entertainment company founded in 2023 and backed by Ashland Hill Media Finance, focused on global film distribution, production, and financing. The company operates as a film studio handling international sales and distribution for a portfolio of theatrical releases across multiple genres including adventure/fantasy (The Magic Faraway Tree), comedy (Nimrods, Nice Fish), drama/biography (The Road Home), action (Fast Charlie, Duchess), and sci-fi (Skyline Warpath, Eyes in the Trees). Their library includes titles from 2002-2025 spanning horror, thriller, period action, and romance. The company also maintains an extensive library catalog of previously released films. CEO Tamara Birkemoe leads the company with support from VP Distribution & Marketing Kyle Bellinger, handling worldwide sales at major film markets including Cannes, AFM, and Hong Kong Filmart.

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Magic Faraway Tree Live-action family feature based on Enid Blyton's children's book series. Directed by Ben Gregor, starring Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, and Rebecca Ferguson, with music by Paul Simon. Sold for international distribution to multiple territorial buyers.
• The Road Home Musical drama directed by Bill Condon about Paul Simon's Graceland album and the anti-apartheid movement. Stars Cynthia Erivo, Guy Pearce, and Johnny Flynn. Features music from Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makeba. Sold to Studiocanal for multi-territory release.
• Nice Fish Comedy film and Mark Rylance's directorial debut. Starring Michelle Williams, the film follows two childhood friends on a day of ice-fishing who discover their friendship is on thin ice in adulthood. Launched at Cannes Market for international sales.
• Nimrods Green Day coming-of-age comedy about three buddies racing cross-country to open for Green Day on New Year's Eve. Stars Mason Thames, Mckenna Grace, and Jenna Fischer. International sales handled at Cannes Market with US distribution by Inaugural Entertainment.
• The Revisionist Psychological drama about a novelist who manipulates people from her life into fictional characters. Directed by Alex Vlack, starring Dustin Hoffman, Alison Brie, André Holland, and Tom Sturridge. Selected for Tribeca Festival 2026.
• Grendel Beowulf-inspired live-action monster movie from Jim Henson Company presenting the monster's perspective. Stars Jeff Bridges as Grendel, Bryan Cranston as King Hrothgar, and Dave Bautista as Beowulf. International sales handled by Palisades Park Pictures with UTA Independent Film Group and CAA Media Finance.
• Eyes in the Trees Sci-fi thriller about documentary filmmaker Vince Henway invited to a remote Thai island where people have gone missing. Stars Anthony Hopkins, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Ashley Greene, and Thomas Kretschmann. Co-financed by BGG Capital and Ashland Hill.
• That's Amore! Musical romantic comedy starring John Travolta and Katherine Heigl about two emotionally damaged people attempting to date while their families get involved. Directed by Nick Vallelonga. Features seven recorded songs.
• Fast Charlie Action thriller starring Pierce Brosnan as hitman Charlie Swift, based on Victor Gischler's Gun Monkeys novel. Co-stars Morena Baccarin, with James Caan in his final film appearance. Released December 8, 2023.
• Duchess Action-packed gangster thriller starring Charlotte Kirk as a working-class Londoner drawn into diamond smuggling. Directed by Neil Marshall. Saban Films acquired US rights, Vertigo Films acquired UK rights.
• Skyline Warpath Fourth installment in the Skyline sci-fi action franchise, set five years after Beyond Skyline. Stars Iko Uwais and Scott Adkins in a martial arts alien invasion film. XYZ Films acquired US rights, Signature Entertainment acquired UK rights.
• US Distribution Services for Nimrods US theatrical distribution coordination for Green Day comedy Nimrods through distribution partner Inaugural Entertainment, complementing Palisades Park's international sales role.
• Monster 2004 drama starring Charlize Theron in her Academy Award-winning role as serial killer Aileen Wuornos, directed by Patty Jenkins. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Havoc 2005 thriller about wealthy Los Angeles teenagers who encounter Latino drug dealers while trying to embrace gangsta lifestyle. Stars Anne Hathaway and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Drum 2004 thriller about South African investigative journalist Henry Nxumalo exposing apartheid regime secrets. Stars Taye Diggs. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• One Point O 2004 sci-fi thriller about a computer programmer investigating mysterious packages and discovering an AI robot head and corporate conspiracy. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• The I Inside 2003 thriller about a man who awakens in a hospital with amnesia after a near-fatal accident, seeking truth about his past two years. Stars Ryan Phillipe and Sarah Polley. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• One Last Ride 2004 drama about a desperate man sinking deeper into despair as his gambling problem spirals out of control. Stars Patrick Cupo, Chazz Palminteri, and Robert Davi. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Running Scared 2006 gritty action film starring Paul Walker and Vera Farmiga. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Battle in Seattle 2006 drama depicting the 1999 WTO protests in Seattle, blending actual footage with performances. Stuart Townsend's writing/directing debut. Stars Charlize Theron, Woody Harrelson, Ray Liotta, and Michelle Rodriguez. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Global Effect 2002 action film about mercenaries rescuing a scientist to prevent a terrorist from unleashing a deadly virus. Stars Daniel Bernhardt and Mädchen Amick. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Santa's Slay 2005 horror comedy starring Bill Goldberg as the devil's son who spent 1000 years as Santa after losing a bet, now unleashed and killing people. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Banshee Chapter 2013 horror film about a journalist investigating links behind her friend's disappearance connected to a government research chemical. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Ironclad 2011 medieval action film about Knights Templar defending Rochester Castle against King John's forces. Stars James Purefoy, Kate Mara, Brian Cox, Derek Jacobi, and Paul Giamatti. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Upside of Anger 2005 romance film about a sharp-witted suburban wife (Joan Allen) dealing with her husband's disappearance while juggling romantic dilemmas. Stars Kevin Costner. Part of library catalog for international licensing.
• Skyline Radial Sci-fi action film described as the fourth installment of the Skyline franchise, bringing the story full circle. Part of the Palisades Park sales slate.

Quantifiable outcome

• Near $11M UK box office in 11 days for The Magic Faraway Tree

Named customers8 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Neal Street ProductionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Neal Street Productions is producing The Magic Faraway Tree adaptation alongside Elysian Film Group. The UK production company brings established credentials in quality film production.
• Elysian Film GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Elysian Film Group co-produced The Magic Faraway Tree with Neal Street and is producing sequels. The partnership extends Palisades Park Pictures' reach into family entertainment franchises.
• CAA Media FinancemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024CAA Media Finance co-represents US rights on Palisades Park Pictures productions including The Magic Faraway Tree. CAA handles North American sales alongside Palisades Park's international sales.
• Signature EntertainmentmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSignature Entertainment acquired UK and Irish rights to Skyline: Warpath from Palisades Park Pictures. Distribution partnership for action sci-fi sequel.
• XYZ FilmsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorXYZ Films pre-bought all US rights to Skyline: Warpath, a martial arts alien invasion sci-fi action film.
• VerticalmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVertical acquired US theatrical rights to The Magic Faraway Tree, scheduling the film for August 21 release. The Magic Faraway Tree earned nearly $11M at UK box office after 11 days in release.
• StudiocanalmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStudiocanal is financing and releasing The Road Home in South Africa, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Benelux, Poland, Australia and New Zealand.
• Saban FilmsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSaban Films acquired US rights to Neil Marshall's crime thriller Duchess from Palisades Park Pictures.
• Vertigo FilmsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVertigo Films acquired UK rights to Duchess, the Neil Marshall crime thriller.
• Entertainment Film DistributorsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEntertainment Film Distributors acquired UK rights to The Magic Faraway Tree adaptation starring Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy.
• Inaugural EntertainmentmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInaugural Entertainment handles US distribution for Green Day comedy Nimrods.
• Jim Henson CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJim Henson Company is producing live-action monster movie Grendel with Palisades Park Pictures handling international sales.
• UTA Independent Film GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUTA Independent Film Group is co-launching sales on Grendel alongside Palisades Park Pictures.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• FilmNation Entertainment: Independent international film sales, production, and financing company. Closely comparable business model — acquires and finances content, then sells worldwide rights at major film markets to territorial distributors.
• IM Global (now Radiant): International sales and distribution company focused on commercial film content with global appeal. Directly comparable operating model and buyer relationships.
• Sierra/Affinity: Independent international sales and financing outfit. Competes head-to-head with PPP at Cannes, AFM, and EFM, selling commercial genre and prestige titles to global buyers.
• Voltage Pictures: International sales and production company handling worldwide distribution rights for commercial film content. Same sales-led GTM model and film-market-driven deal flow.
• XYZ Films: Independent international sales and production company specializing in commercial genre film. Buys rights from PPP (e.g., Skyline Warpath US) and competes for similar buyer relationships.

Emerging players

• Concord Originals: Film financing and international sales arm of Concord, handling worldwide rights at major markets. Similar sales-led model with broader corporate backing.

Broad incumbents

• Studiocanal: Major European film studio and sales operation. Comparable as a buyer of distribution rights on PPP titles (e.g., The Road Home) and as a sales peer in international markets.
• UTA Independent Film Group: Independent film sales and financing division of UTA. Co-launches sales with PPP on titles like Grendel, operating with deeper talent agency resources in the same markets.
• CAA Media Finance: Sales and financing arm of Creative Artists Agency. Co-represents US rights with PPP on select titles (e.g., The Magic Faraway Tree), operating at larger scale in the same international sales market.

Regional players

• Bankside Films: UK-headquartered international sales company focused on independent film. Comparable business model with primary focus on European markets where PPP also operates.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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