01 · Free account
Get started for free.
Anyone can create a Kinema account at no cost. Browse the catalog, host screening events, watch movies, attend events, and follow filmmakers — no subscription required.
Free forever
$0no credit card required
Perfect for moviegoers, hosts exploring the platform, or filmmakers who want to look around before subscribing.
Browse the full film catalog
Watch and rent films
Attend in-person and virtual events
Discover films for hosting screenings
Get notified about new releases
Filmmakers: a free account lets you explore Kinema. Hosts and Audience Members: Paid Subscription is not required to host screenings, watch and rent films.
02 · Subscribe Your Film
Publish Your Film on Kinema.
Both plans unlock the full Kinema platform for filmmakers — hosting, ticketing, licensing, VOD rentals, analytics, and marketing support. The only difference is your upfront cost and your revenue split.
Generate More Revenue
Annual
$22.50/ mo per film
Billed annually at $270.00 per film
Your revenue split
Ticket sales
45% / 45% host / 10% Kinema
License fees
80% filmmaker
VOD rentals
Set your own price
VOD fee
99¢ per rental
Pay Less Upfront
Annual
$9.00/ mo per film
Billed annually at $108.00 per film
Your revenue split
Ticket sales
30% / 45% host / 25% Kinema
License fees
60% filmmaker
VOD rentals
Set your own price
VOD fee
99¢ per rental
All plans include unlimited screenings, marketing support, and 24/7 host support.
04 · Free Screenings and VOD Rentals
Sponsor a free screening or rental.
Cover the cost (or have a sponsor cover it) so neither the host nor the audience pays anything — for live events or at-home viewing. Use it for educational tours, advocacy campaigns, festival runs, premieres, or to gift your film to a community.
Free Screenings & Events
Make a screening series or one-time event free to host and free to attend.
| Screening Type | Price |
|---|---|
| In-Person Screening | $25 flat per screening |
| Live Virtual Screening | $0.99 per attendee |
| Flex Virtual Screening | $0.99 per attendee |
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Hot tip — DIY a free virtual screening: Want a one-off virtual screening for free? Book a screening of your own film as if you were the host. Input your audience size and select the organization type that's most advantageous (usually nonprofit) to calculate the fee. You'll pay your own license fee — 80% of which comes back to you. The remaining 20% covers Kinema's streaming and support costs. Fastest, most efficient path — no waiting, no promo code.
Free Watch Now / VOD Rentals
Make your film free to view or gift via VOD — to everyone, or to specific viewers via a promo code. You (or your sponsor) cover the delivery costs. Email films@kinema.com for your promo codes.
| Rental Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard Rentals & Gifts | $0.99 per rental |
| Series Rentals (per episode) | $0.65 per rental |
| Series Rentals (per season) | $0.45 per episode, per rental |
05 · Discount Codes
Discount codes & free tickets.
Offer free or discounted tickets to panelists, VIPs, or community members.
Promo codes (≤ 50% off)
Offer as many discount codes as you'd like, up to 50% off any ticket price — no additional charges.
Free tickets
Reach out for discount codes to comp panelists or VIPs. Bulk free tickets may have a small platform-cost fee. Email films@kinema.com to set this up.
06 · Everything Else
Additional Fees and Support.
Everything else that's worth knowing — and a few things we don't charge for.
Credit card fees
Kinema runs on Stripe. Standard processing fees of 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction are deducted before revenue shares are calculated.
Marketing & promotion
$0. We don't charge any fees for consulting, marketing, or promotion. Editorial selection is at our discretion.
Office hours
We offer free weekly office hours for all filmmakers. After you're onboarded, Kinema filmmakers can request a private strategy session.
Host & technical support
7 days a week support for hosts and audiences. Filmmaker support Mon – Fri 10AM EST – 8PM PST.