South Africa Film, Gaming and Animation Industry Report 2023: Gauteng and Western Cape Emerge as Primary Hubs, Pay-TV and Streaming Services Gain Prominence

DUBLIN, Nov. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “The Film, Gaming and Animation Industry in South Africa 2023” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

This report offers an in-depth analysis of South Africa’s film, gaming, and animation industry, as well as the rental of film equipment. It provides a comprehensive overview of the industry’s status and size, covering various aspects such as box office performance, pay-TV subscriptions, development funding, local production, distribution, emerging trends, key players, regulatory aspects, and technological advancements.

South Africa’s film industry has played a significant role in attracting foreign investment and establishing the country as a preferred global filming destination. Notably, some animation studios have gained international recognition. However, the industry faced severe challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it is gradually recovering. Ster-Kinekor, a prominent player, has emerged from business rescue, and there are expectations of substantial growth in box office revenue in 2023.

The report highlights the increasing prominence of pay-TV and streaming services as mainstream broadcasting options. Gauteng and Western Cape are the primary hubs for film, animation, and gaming activities. Domestic films still make up a relatively small portion of releases and revenue. Challenges include load shedding, which has reduced viewing time and access to target audiences for advertisers. Additionally, high inflation and unemployment have raised concerns about the affordability of pay-TV and streaming services.

While the film industry is on the path to recovery, it has not yet reached pre-pandemic levels. Nevertheless, there has been a rise in film permits and location bookings, with international studios returning to film in South Africa. The country retains competitive advantages, including diverse filming locations, industry incentives, and cost efficiencies for international production companies.

The report anticipates continued growth in the production of local content, particularly series, although concerns remain about the limited number of locally produced films. The challenging economic environment and ongoing load shedding present obstacles to the expansion of the local film industry. It is expected that international film releases will continue to dominate the South African market.

Furthermore, the report provides profiles of 59 companies across various segments, including producers, distributors, animation studios, and film studios, offering valuable insights into the key players shaping South Africa’s film, gaming, and animation industry, as well as the rental of film equipment.

Key Topics Covered:

1. INTRODUCTION

2. DESCRIPTION OF THE INDUSTRY
2.1. Industry Value Chain
2.2. Geographic Position
2.3. Size of the Industry

3. LOCAL
3.1. State of the Industry
3.2. Key Trends
3.3. Key Issues
3.4. Notable Players
3.5. Trade
3.6. Corporate Actions
3.7. Regulations
3.8. Enterprise Development and Social Development

4. AFRICA

5. INTERNATIONAL

6. INFLUENCING FACTORS
6.1. Unforeseen Events
6.2. Economic Environment
6.3. Labour
6.4. Environmental Issues
6.5. Technology, R&D, Innovation
6.6. Government Support
6.7. Input Costs

7. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT
7.1. Competition
7.2. Ownership Structure of the Industry
7.3. Barriers to Entry

8. SWOT ANALYSIS

9. OUTLOOK

10. INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

11. REFERENCES
11.1. Publications
11.2. Websites

COMPANY PROFILES

African Entertainment Distributors (Pty) Ltd
Arena Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Big World Cinema CC
Bomb Shelter Film Company (Pty) Ltd (The)
Bugbox CC
Danie Odendaal Produksies (Pty) Ltd
DO Productions (Pty) Ltd
E Z Trade 190 CC
Egg Films (Pty) Ltd
eMedia Content (Pty) Ltd
FC Hamman Films CC
Film Afrika World Wide (Pty) Ltd
Filmfinity (Pty) Ltd
Free Women Films (Pty) Ltd
Gatehouse Commercials (Pty) Ltd
Gravel Road Distribution Group (Pty) Ltd
Groundglass (Pty) Ltd
Homebrew Film Company (Pty) Ltd
Known Associates Entertainment (Pty) Ltd
Luma Animation (Pty) Ltd
M Scott
Ma-Afrika Films (Pty) Ltd
MAAN Creative (Pty) Ltd
Mind’s Eye Creative CC
MMSV Productions CC
Moonlighting Commercials (Pty) Ltd
Moonlighting Films (Pty) Ltd
Morula Pictures (Pty) Ltd
Nolava International Film Distribution (Pty) Ltd
Penguin Films (Pty) Ltd
Philo Films (Pty) Ltd
Pomegranate Media (Pty) Ltd
QCF Design (Pty) Ltd
Quizzical Pictures (Pty) Ltd
Red Pepper Pictures (Pty) Ltd
Rodini Films (Pty) Ltd
RuneStorm (Pty) Ltd
Sasani Africa (Pty) Ltd
Sea Monster Entertainment (Pty) Ltd
Searle Street Post Production (Pty) Ltd
Silvertron 90 (Pty) Ltd
Strika Entertainment (Pty) Ltd
Sunrise Productions (Division of Sunrise Marketing Group Ltd)
Triggerfish Animation (Pty) Ltd
Tulips and Chimneys (Pty) Ltd
Umbrella Men 2 (Pty) Ltd (The)
United International Pictures (South Africa)
Urban Brew Studios (Pty) Ltd
Videovision Entertainment (Pty) Ltd

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/ql5fcd

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