How FilmFunder Works
A transparent, secure process connecting filmmakers with investors through revenue-backed production finance.
For Investors
Start earning returns in three simple steps.
Create Your Account
Sign up in minutes. Complete a quick verification process to start investing. No minimum balance required to open an account.
Choose Your Investment Strategy
Browse open film projects and invest manually, or set up Auto Invest to automatically diversify across opportunities matching your criteria. Minimum investment from $100.
Earn Returns
Receive distributions as films generate revenue through theatrical, streaming, and international sales. Track your portfolio performance in real-time through your dashboard. Typical returns of 8-15% per annum.
For Filmmakers & Producers
Fast, flexible financing for your film and entertainment projects.
Submit Your Project
Tell us about your film project, financing needs, and timeline. We review applications within 48 hours and provide initial feedback.
Due Diligence & Risk Analysis
Our team conducts thorough project assessment, distribution review, and risk underwriting. We work with industry experts to evaluate revenue projections.
Receive Funding
Once approved and funded by our investor community, capital is disbursed typically within 2-4 weeks. Terms from 6 to 36 months.
Financing We Provide
Flexible capital solutions for different production needs.
Production Finance
Fund principal photography, post-production, and delivery. Staged drawdowns available based on production milestones. Terms: 12-36 months.
Gap Financing
Bridge the gap between pre-sales revenue and total budget. Secured against unsold distribution rights. Terms: 6-18 months.
Distribution Advances
Capital advances against confirmed distribution deals and sales contracts. Ideal for projects with strong international demand. Terms: 6-24 months.
Risk Management
How we protect your investments.
Distribution-Backed Security
Every deal is secured against distribution agreements, pre-sales contracts, or content rights, providing tangible collateral for your investment.
Rigorous Due Diligence
We conduct hands-on assessment of every project, evaluating the creative team, budget, distribution strategy, and revenue projections before listing.
Industry Expertise
Our team includes experienced producers and sales agents who know the pain points of production finance and evaluate projects with hands-on insight.
Default Recovery
In case of default, FilmFunder manages the full recovery process including rights re-sales and collections on behalf of investors.