These powerhouses are the leading distributors in the industry as of 2025/2026:

: Operates Columbia Pictures and controls the Spider-Man film rights (in partnership with Marvel) and the James Bond series.

While the Big Five lead the market, these studios are recognized for high-quality or niche content:

: Produces long-running franchises like Mission: Impossible , Top Gun , and Star Trek . Notable Mid-Major & Independent Studios

: Formerly a "Big Six" major (as 20th Century Fox), it is now a subsidiary of Disney but continues to produce major titles like Avatar . The "Big Eight" Legacy

: Includes heavy-hitting brands like Marvel Studios ( Avengers ), Lucasfilm ( Star Wars ), and Pixar ( Toy Story ).