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Distribution Deal Types

Distribution Deal Types: Revenue Share and Fixed Fee

Majority of Filmhub titles are distributed on a revenue share basis. Occasionally a Channel offers a fixed fee instead. This guide outlines how each deal operates.

Your plan doesn't change your deal type. Free, Plus, and Pro all work the same way here.

In this guide:


The two deal types at a glance

A deal type is the financial agreement between Filmhub and a Channel for licensing your title.

Revenue Share Fixed Fee
How the Channel pays A share of the revenue your title generates based on performance A set fee for the right to carry your title for a set License Period
When you get paid As your title earns and the channel disperses payment Upfront or in installments, depending on the agreement
Depends on viewership? Yes. The more engagement with the title, the more it earns In most cases, no.
How common The standard for nearly all titles Rare and selective

Revenue Share

You, Filmhub, and the Channel all earn when your title gets watched.

  • The Channel shares a portion of the revenue your licensed title generates. Channels license titles through Ad-Supported, Subscription, or Transactional licenses.
  • The more your title is watched, the more it earns.
  • Our size, market presence, and relationships let us negotiate stronger terms than most individual filmmakers or smaller distributors could on their own.

What this means for you: Your earnings can grow over time, and there's no ceiling. A title that takes off keeps paying you. See Revenue Share: How our split works.

Fixed Fee

A Channel pays set fee to make your title available for a set period of time.

  • The Channel pays Filmhub a fee for the right to distribute your title during an agreed License Period.
  • The fee is typically paid upfront or in installments. The exact structure depends on the Channel's agreement.
  • In most cases, doesn't depend on how often your title is watched.
  • In most cases, the 80/20 split applies to fixed fee payments too.

The tradeoff: You get certainty and cash upfront. But if your title becomes a hit, a fixed fee may end up paying you less than revenue share would have. Channels often offer fixed fees because they expect to earn more on the back end. That's why we're selective.

Note: A fixed fee license is a binding agreement. Once it's signed, we generally can't take your title down from that Channel before the License Period ends. If you might want the option to remove your title later, tell us before a fixed fee deal is accepted. See How to block or unblock a Channel for more on removals.

How we decide which deal type to pursue

We're always incentivized to make you the most money. Here's how that plays out:

  • Revenue share is the default. If a Channel offers both options, roughly 99% of titles will be licensed on revenue share.
  • We pitch fixed fee when it's a genuinely good fit. That means your title is a strong match for the Channel and meets the curation criteria the Channel has set.
  • If it's a toss-up, we ask you. When the best choice isn't clear, we'll reach out for your input before moving forward.

Where to see a Channel's deal type

You can check any Channel's deal type yourself:

  1. Click Channels in your Dashboard.
  2. Open the Channel you're curious about.
  3. Select Deal Type on the left side of the Channel's page.

Frequently Asked Questions

If a Channel offers both revenue share and fixed fee, how does Filmhub choose?

We default to revenue share, which is the right call for nearly all titles. We pitch fixed fee when your title is a strong fit and meets the Channel's curation criteria. If the best option isn't obvious, we'll ask you.

Can I request a fixed fee deal for my title?

If it makes sense for your title, we'll pitch it. We can't promise a fixed fee offer, since the Channel decides what it will pay for. If it makes sense for your title, we'll pitch it. We're always incentivized to make you the most money.

Does my plan affect which deal type I get?

No. Plans give you more tools, support, and visibility, but they don't change how Channels license your title, and a paid plan doesn't influence a Channel's licensing decisions.

Can a title be on both revenue share and fixed fee at the same time?

Different Channels can license the same title under different deal types. For example, one Channel might license on revenue share while another pays a fixed fee.

How will I know if a fixed fee deal is being proposed for my title?

Your Acquisitions contact or our team will reach out. You can also see active licenses in the Licenses tab inside each title.

When do I get paid on a fixed fee deal?

It depends on the Channel's agreement. Some pay upfront, others in installments. We'll share the payment terms with you before the deal is finalized. You’ll be able to transfer the earnings via your Statements page.

Can I remove my title from a Channel with a fixed fee license?

Typically not until the License Period ends, because both sides agreed to the terms. Learn more in How to block or unblock a Channel.

I'd like my title sold on a fixed fee basis exclusively to one Channel. How do I make that happen?

If an exclusive deal is the best path for your title, we'll pitch one. Exclusive deals mostly make sense with Channels focused on big-budget titles, and those Channels typically set minimum requirements. Common ones are:

  1. Budget: $500,000+
  2. Cast: Talent in the Top 1000 on IMDb's Starmeter
  3. Type: A new release that has never been shown anywhere, or a hugely successful catalog film with 20K+ ratings on IMDb
  4. Required materials: Trailer, EPK, Cue Sheets, and Chain of Title

Originals and co-productions generally follow the same criteria.

Does an exclusive deal change my revenue split?

Exclusive arrangements are negotiated case by case and can include different terms, such as a minimum guarantee, marketing support, or a different split. We'd walk you through everything before you sign.