Searching USC Databases
For general overviews and market research reports search on terms like: MOVIES, MOTION PICTURES, HOME ENTERTAINMENT, BROADCASTING & CABLE, TELEVISION, PERFORMING ARTS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
USC Libguides
Use USC Libraries' Research Guides for additional subject expertise
USC Industry Information Databases
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TOP INDUSTRY DATABASES:
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IBISWorld This link opens in a new windowDetailed market research and analysis for U.S., China and Global markets
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Standard and Poor's NetAdvantage This link opens in a new windowDetailed data on specific companies and industries, including profiles, financial data, stock information, competitors and competition, and forecasts for future business.
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Passport This link opens in a new windowPassport/GMID by Euromonitor. International industry, company and market information
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MarketResearch.com Academic This link opens in a new windowDetailed reports from multiple publishers.
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BCC Research This link opens in a new windowIndustry coverage focuses on many technologies and sciences (Life Sciences, Materials, Environment and Sustainability).
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Mintel This link opens in a new windowMintel Oxygen provides detailed market research reports in the areas of Beauty & Personal Care, Drink, Food, Leisure & Entertainment, Lifestyles, and Retailing and Apparel.
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Insider Intelligence (formerly known as eMarketer) This link opens in a new windowProvides analysis, market data, and statistics on the Internet, e-commerce, online marketing, social media, and emerging digital technologies around the world.
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EStatement Studies This link opens in a new windowProvides financial ratios and other information on many industries.
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Forrester This link opens in a new windowTechnology and market research from Forrester Research, Inc. focusing on the business implications of technology change.
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Gartner This link opens in a new windowUSC/netID/webmail password required for access. USC does not have full access to all reports.
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SBRnet (Sports Business Research Network) This link opens in a new windowSports Business Research Network provides market research and industry news for the sports industry.
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SRDS - Standard Rate and Data Service This link opens in a new windowStandard Rate and Data Service compiles contact information and ad rates for a variety of media sources
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WARC This link opens in a new windowPreviously known as the World Advertising Research Center, WARC provides a wide range of information on advertising and marketing trends around the world including expenditure data, case studies, industry trends and consumer insight.
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Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) This link opens in a new windowCompustat provides industry index information: Select Compustat - Monthly Updates - Select Region - Select Index Prices. Use 'Company Codes - Code Lookup to find industry specific codes
Box Office Data
- Box Office MojoDaily rankings for currently released films
- The NumbersDaily box office listings
- Worldwide BoxOffice.comHistorical listings from 1900 to the present
TV Ratings
- TV LineThis tracks listings, ratings and industry news
- TV Series FinaleWeekly rankings for cancelled and renewed TV shows
- Next TV - RatingsNo chart data but news of currently broadcast TV shows
- Hollywood ReporterNo chart data but news of currently broadcast TV shows
- Nielsen - Top 10Weekly rankings for streaming series & movies, prime time, cable and syndicated shows. Demographic data and advertising spend is also listed.
- Variety - TV RatingsNo chart data but news covering currently broadcast TV shows
- The Wrap - TV RatingsNo chart data but news covering currently broadcast TV shows
USC Books and eBooks
Entertainment Industry Economics: a guide for financial analysis by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2020Cinema Ready-Reference has 2014; Business Library Reference has 2011 edn. (PN1590 .F55V6 2014)
Building Successful and Sustainable Film and Television Businesses: a cross-national perspective by Call Number: Cinema PN1995.9.P7 B85 2017Publication Date: 2017
The International Film Business by Call Number: Cinema Reference PN1995.9 M29 F565 2014Publication Date: 2014
The Business of Film: a practical introduction by Call Number: Cinema PN1993.5 .U6 L36 2018Publication Date: 2018
Understanding the Business of Media Entertainment: the legal & business essentials all filmmakers should know by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2019
Hollywood Drive: what it takes to break in, hang in & make it in the entertainment industry by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2018Hard copy available in Cinema PN1995.9.P75 H66 2018
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USC Trade Journals & Other Internet Resources
Search USC Libraries Catalog for periodicals by doing a WORD or PHRASE search using the following terms, adding terms like finance, history, economics, or industry.
- Film
- Motion Picture
- Cinema
- Movies
- Television
- Theater or Theatre
- Performing Arts
- FILM & TELEVISION
- Broadcasting & CableThe Business of Television Broadcast & Cable
- Film & HistoryPeer reviewed
- Museum of Broadcast CommunicationsAccess to Encyclopedia of Television and other publications
- THEATER
- American TheatreA publication of the Theatre Communications Group
Government Statistics & Data
- U.S. Census - Statistics of U.S. BusinessesRadio & Television Broadcasting - NAICS 334220; Motion Picture & Video Distribution - NAICS - 512120; Radio & Television Broadcasting - NAICS 5151;
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a GlancePerforming Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries: NAICS 711
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a GlanceMotion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: NAICS 512
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a GlanceBroadcasting (except Internet): NAICS 515
- FCC Statistical ReportsSee related information and guides for information on the Broadcasting & Cable industries.
- NielsenSome statistical data and special reports are sometimes available for free; USC does NOT have a subscription to their reports
Industry Associations
- FILM, TELEVISION & VIDEO
- MPAA - Motion Picture Association of AmericaSee Policy and Research for Industry Reports and State by State Statistics.
- THEATER
- Broadway LeagueOfficial website of the Broadway theatre industry
- OTHER
Additional Internet Resources
- U.S. Patterns of Arts ParticipationA 2017 report from the National Endowment for the Arts detailing their survey of public participation in the arts
- Video Advertising BureauAn advocacy group for the video industry which provides some statistics and research to non-members.
- PWC - Technology, Media & TelecommunicationsFree registration may be required for report access.
- LAEDC - Digital Media & Entertainment Industry CouncilLos Angeles Economic Development Corporation's industry network
- Digital Media & Entertainment Industry in Los AngelesA 2018 report from the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation
- Entertainment Technology CenterLook under ETC Activities for:
Publications & Media
Consumer & Industry Research - Theatrical & Home Entertainment Market Environment (THEME)t, 2020Published annually by the MPAA
- Television Bureau of AdvertisingSearch the Rankings and Industry Trends tabs to find data on monthly viewing statistics, demographic markets and ad revenues
- Television Report, 2020Contains data on television series and location activity compiled by Film LA
- Media & EntertainmentAddresses sustainability issues within the entertainment industry; free reports are available to download.