{"id":1850,"date":"2026-09-16T06:16:36","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T06:16:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distribute\/"},"modified":"2026-09-16T13:47:44","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T13:47:44","slug":"cinedistro","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/","title":{"rendered":"Film Distribution"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \n <\/span>\n YouTube Film Distribution <\/span>\n\n

1 billion hours of YouTube play on TV every day.
Get your film monetized on day one.<\/span><\/h1>\n\n

YouTube is becoming the new Netflix. People watch long-form content there from their smart TVs, and your film belongs in that market. At the same time YouTube has doubled its monetization requirements, so a new channel earns nothing for months \u2014 and most never get there at all.<\/p>\n

We publish your film on channels that are already monetized. You earn from the first view, keep 80%, and pay nothing to join. For larger projects, we also place with Amazon, Netflix and HBO.<\/p>\n \n

\n Submit Your Film \u2014 Free<\/a>\n How It Works<\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n 0<\/span>\n Subscribers you need to start earning<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 8,000<\/span>\n Watch hours YouTube now demands \u2014 we skip it<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 80%<\/span>\n Revenue share to filmmakers<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n
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\n The Reality<\/span>\n

Indie Filmmakers Are Being Left Behind<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n\n
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Streaming Giants Are Cutting Indie Content<\/h3>\n

Netflix, Amazon, and other major platforms are drastically reducing their indie film acquisitions. They want blockbusters, not art house cinema. Your film sits in a queue that never moves.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Aggregators Take Too Much<\/h3>\n

Traditional aggregators charge $1,000-$5,000 upfront with no guarantee of placement. Even when you get distribution, fees eat into your already slim margins.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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No Access to Monetized Channels<\/h3>\n

YouTube now requires 8,000 watch hours to monetize \u2014 double what it used to be. Most filmmakers don't have this \u2014 and building it from scratch takes years.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n

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\n The Solution<\/span>\n

We Put Your Film on YouTube's Biggest Stage<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n\n

We operate monetized YouTube channels dedicated to independent cinema. When you partner with us, your film goes live on channels that already have the audience, the monetization, and the algorithmic momentum.<\/p>\n\n

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\n Instant Monetization<\/strong>\n Your film earns from day one<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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\n 80% Revenue Share<\/strong>\n Industry-leading payout to filmmakers<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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\n Zero Upfront Fees<\/strong>\n We only earn when you earn<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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\n Global Reach<\/strong>\n YouTube is available in 100+ countries<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n
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\n Simple Process<\/span>\n

How It Works<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n\n
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Submit your film<\/h3>\n

Create a free account and upload. Five short steps \u2014 details, artwork, video, credits, rights. Large files upload in chunks and resume if your connection drops.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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We review and place it<\/h3>\n

We check quality and rights clearance, then publish your film to one of our monetized channels. Most approved films go live within a few days.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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You earn from the first view<\/h3>\n

No subscriber threshold, no watch-hour wait \u2014 the channel already qualifies. Views and earnings appear in your dashboard, updated twice a day from YouTube.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Get paid<\/h3>\n

You keep 80% of the revenue your film generates. We show the figures we are paid against, so you can check the split.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n

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\n Why YouTube?<\/span>\n

The Streaming Platform That Actually Wants Indie Films<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n\n
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TV is the Fastest Growing Screen<\/h3>\n

Over 50% of YouTube viewing now happens on TV screens. Your film gets the big-screen experience without the theatrical hassle.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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2 Billion Monthly Users<\/h3>\n

YouTube reaches more people than any streaming service. Your potential audience is literally everyone with an internet connection.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Algorithm Works For You<\/h3>\n

YouTube's recommendation engine actively promotes content to interested viewers. Good films find their audience organically.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Real Revenue, Not Pennies<\/h3>\n

YouTube ad rates for long-form content rival traditional streaming payouts. A successful film can generate substantial ongoing income.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n

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\n Questions?<\/span>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n\n
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What types of films do you accept?<\/h3>\n

We accept feature films, documentaries, and short films across most genres. Content must be original and you must own all distribution rights.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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How much does it cost?<\/h3>\n

Nothing upfront. Creating an account is free. Submitting films is free. We only make money when you make money \u2014 we take 20% of ad revenue and you keep 80%.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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How long until my film is published?<\/h3>\n

Most films are reviewed within 48-72 hours. Once approved, your film typically goes live within a week.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Do I retain ownership of my film?<\/h3>\n

Absolutely. You retain full ownership and copyright. You're granting us a non-exclusive license to distribute on YouTube.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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How do I get paid?<\/h3>\n

We pay out monthly via PayPal or direct bank transfer. Your dashboard shows views and earnings, refreshed twice a day from YouTube.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Can I remove my film later?<\/h3>\n

Yes. You can request removal at any time through your dashboard. We'll take it down within 7 business days.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n

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Ready to Reach Millions of Viewers?<\/h2>\n

Join filmmakers who are already earning revenue on YouTube. No fees, no gatekeepers, no waiting.<\/p>\n Create Your Free Account<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1850","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1850","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1850"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1850\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1877,"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1850\/revisions\/1877"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/viblu.com\/distro\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1850"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}