Category 03, Distribution & Sales

Distribution & Sales Agents

Who acquires, sells, and distributes documentary films in 2026, from boutique theatrical to global streaming and educational markets.

Distribution / sales
Sideways Film
International Sales Agent · International Sales Agent · UK · Worldwide Broadcast, VOD, Educational · distribution
Boutique documentary sales agency taking maximum 15 titles/year. World affairs, social issues, sciences, arts, contemporary history. No aggregated volume, each film gets active, ongoing marketing. Transparent royalty statements.
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Distribution / sales
Lightdox
International Sales + Distribution · International Sales + Distribution · Switzerland/France · Festival, Theatrical, VOD · distribution
Passionate about high-quality, author-driven documentaries with distinctive cinematic language. Full-service: festival strategy, theatrical, non-theatrical, marketing, and impact campaigns. Individual approach per film. Strong European network.
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Distribution / sales
Together Films
Sales + Impact Strategy · Sales + Impact Strategy · London & NYC · International · distribution
First sales agency to combine international sales with impact distribution services. Leaders in social impact entertainment. Find the best audiences to spark conversation and inspire action. Ideal for socially-driven docs.
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Distribution / sales
Abramorama
Distributor · Distributor · Social Impact · USA + Global · distribution
Innovator in focused, niche film distribution and direct-to-consumer engagement for social impact documentaries. Theatrical, live event, and digital cinema. Strong community and advocacy partner outreach. Global options available.
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Distribution / sales
The Cinema Guild
Distributor · Distributor · USA · Theatrical, Educational, Home Video · distribution
For-profit distributor with deep focus on independent, international, and documentary films across all markets. Founded by Oscar-winning producers Philip and Mary-Ann Hobel. Theatrical, semi-theatrical, television, and home video.
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Icarus Films
Distributor · Distributor · USA · Educational, Theatrical, VOD · Since 1978 · distribution
One of North America's longest-running documentary distributors. 30-50 new films per year; 1,000+ title catalogue. Educational, theatrical, and digital. Works with independent producers worldwide. Submit via email with synopsis and festival history.
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