Distribution Fund

A fund that supports the distribution of Scottish feature films to reach a wide and diverse a domestic audience.

What is the purpose of the Distribution Fund?

The Distribution Fund supports the distribution of Scottish feature films to reach a wide and diverse audience in Scotland.

UK-based distribution companies can apply to receive support to amplify and expand their activity within Scotland.

Scotland-based film production companies planning to self-distribute a film produced by the company are eligible to apply. UK-based film production companies can also apply for funding where the project involves a significant contribution from producing, writing and/or directing talent based in Scotland. In both cases, producers should be able to demonstrate attempts to secure UK distribution with a distributor and give insights as to why this has not been successful.

Applicants must demonstrate how they will extend the theatrical release of films within Scotland and deepen engagement with Scottish audiences.

Please note, by ‘Scottish films’ we mean those films where the writing, directing and/or producing talent is based in Scotland.

For more information, visit Screen Scotland