The 2025 American Film Market (AFM) Marketplace, with Deals That Have Historically Topped $1 Billion Annually!

While film festivals may celebrate the art of cinema, the American Film Market (AFM) is where the business of film truly happens. AFM 2025, returning to Los Angeles this November, is once again poised to be the global epicenter of deal-making for independent film and television. Over six dynamic days, thousands of sales agents, distributors, financiers, and producers from around the world will converge to acquire, pitch, and license content across all platforms and territories. This is not just an event – it’s a live marketplace where careers are launched and slates are filled.

AFM’s strength lies in its ability to adapt and reflect the ever-shifting landscape of global media. Whether you’re shopping a completed feature, seeking pre-sales for a project in development, or looking to package IP with talent, AFM offers the infrastructure and access to make it happen. Buyers from over 70 countries attend to discover what’s next, from prestige festival fare to commercial genre titles. For sellers and producers, it’s a one-stop destination to secure foreign sales, negotiate output deals, and generate buzz ahead of major release windows.

What sets AFM apart is the pace and energy of real-time transactions. Meetings are scheduled in every available space – from official exhibitor suites to hotel lounges and café patios. There’s a constant hum of activity as projects are pitched, rights are acquired, and relationships are cemented. For many companies, AFM marks the most lucrative and productive week of the year. And in a time when virtual meetings dominate, AFM’s in-person environment creates the kind of trust and momentum that only face-to-face interaction can deliver. Independent filmmakers often face the steepest climb when it comes to financing and distribution, but AFM levels the playing field. For many, it’s the first time their work is introduced to the international marketplace, making the difference between sitting on a shelf and reaching global audiences. AFM 2025 continues this tradition, serving as a powerful launchpad for voices and visions that might otherwise go unheard. It’s not just about getting your film sold – it’s about getting it seen.