Legally show films and TV programmes on your premises for background or ambient screenings.
The annual Filmbankmedia Blanket Licence allows your organisation to legally show films and TV programmes aired on broadcast television channels and associated streaming platforms. It also covers content screened for background or ambient screenings.
Do I need a licence?
Yes, if your organisation shows content for background or ambient screenings, or if films and TV programmes can be viewed on work devices by employees or customers, around your premises (e.g. lounges, common rooms, or receptions), UK copyright law (Section 72 of the Copyright, Designs & Patents Act 1988) requires your organisation to hold the correct licence.
This is separate from domestic and commercial TV Licences, and from rights managed by music licensing bodies such as PRS for Music and PPL.
For more details on Changes to Section 72: Public showing or playing of broadcasts, visit gov.uk.
You can screen thousands of films and TV programmes from Hollywood majors and leading independent studios. The content can be viewed as many times as you like throughout the year.
In shared spaces, showrooms, or reception areas
On company-issued devices including television sets
UK broadcast TV
UK broadcast TV's streaming platforms
DVDs or Blu-Rays
The Filmbankmedia Blanket Licence is an annual film licence that allows organisations such as hotels, student accommodation, retailers, or fitness centres to legally show films and TV programmes aired on broadcast television channels and associated streaming platforms. It also covers content screened for background or ambient screening. It provides a simple, cost-effective way to ensure compliance with UK copyright law.
Any business or organisation showing content for background or ambient screenings, or if films and TV programmes can be viewed by employees or customers on work devices, or around the premises (e.g., lounges, common rooms, or receptions), UK copyright law (Section 72 of the Copyright, Designs & Patents Act 1988) requires for this organisation to hold the correct licence.
This is separate from domestic and commercial TV Licences, and from rights managed by music licensing bodies such as PRS for Music and PPL.
For more details on Changes to Section 72: Public showing or playing of broadcasts, visit gov.uk.
The Filmbankmedia Blanket Licence tariffs depend on your sector or your audience. You can view the full tariffs here or contact us for a quote
If you're scheduling a film screening, wish to advertise your event, or charge admission, you need a Single Title Screening Licence.
Your licence fee helps pay the filmmakers and creators, so that they can continue making the films and TV shows you love.
View the Filmbankmedia Blanket Licence tariffs. Clear, straightforward pricing for your annual screening licence.
Renew your Public Video Screening Licence (PVSL) to continue legally screening films in schools, care homes, and other institutions.
View the Filmbankmedia Blanket Licence terms and conditions.
