Movies are an amazing resource for schools and understanding copyright isn’t always easy.

Learn more about why a license is necessary and how you can secure one for your school below.

COPYRIGHT LAW

The Federal Copyright Act specifies that copyrighted materials like movies can be used in your schools if properly licensed. It’s important to know that neither the rental nor purchase of a movie carries the right to exhibit it outside of someone’s home. However, Movie Licensing USA can properly license movies for copyright compliant showings in your school.

Why do I need K-12 movie licensing?
The Federal Copyright Act specifies that copyrighted materials like movies can be used in your schools if properly licensed. It’s important to know that neither the rental nor purchase of a movie carries the right to exhibit it outside of someone’s home. However, Movie Licensing USA can properly license movies for copyright-compliant showings in your school.

How can I use my license?
Once your school is licensed, you’re legally covered for unlimited movie showings. Use your license to enhance fundraising or family events, entertain during after-school care, keep students occupied on rainy days, for student rewards, holiday parties and PTA events, or to simply host a school movie night.

What movie studios does Swank’s licensing cover?
Swank Movie Licensing USA is the only company that can provide you with this comprehensive selection of Hollywood studios.