Universal maintains highly profitable relationships with independent creators, particularly in the low-budget horror genre through Blumhouse. The Streaming Disrupters

: New platforms like Tubi's Stubios are experimenting with letting viewers "greenlight" projects, putting production power into the hands of the audience.

Once a distribution platform, Netflix is now one of the most prolific production studios in the world, releasing hundreds of original titles annually.

These studios aren't just making movies; they are building "franchise ecosystems." Whether it's a Marvel movie leading to a Disney+ show or a video game adaptation like The Last of Us (HBO/Sony), the goal is to keep audiences engaged across every possible screen.