Overview

• 51% of leads in the top 100 streaming films were actors of color, nearly double the 25% share in theatrical releases.
• Women held 61% of lead roles in leading streaming films, marking a notable increase in gender equity.
• Directors of color helmed 41% of streaming films and writers of color comprised 30%, though women remain underrepresented behind the camera.
• Just over 65% of streaming films had budgets under $20 million and fewer than 5% exceeded $100 million, with only male directors securing nine-figure funding.
• Diverse casts, including increased disability representation to 14% of leads, drove viewership highs among audiences aged 18–49.