Secure the right films
with the right team.
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ESP is a consulting firm for exhibiting film, movies, and specialty content. Our network of distributors, producers, venues, artists and filmmakers, alongside a track record of success, ensures our clients present the slate of films aligned for their audience.
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We bring deep relationships with studios and distributors, expertise and experience in exhibition, an understanding of operational realities, and a commitment to long-term audience development.
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ESP works with independent cinemas, film festivals, nonprofit institutions, museums, and specialty venues across North America.
Programming more than 50 locations
across North America
Over $1B in
box office receipts
90+ years of
industry experience
A network of
hundreds of
distributors & producers
Film buying,
for your needs.
ESP functions as an extension of your team, not a replacement.
Exhibitor Support Partnership (ESP) is a consulting firm for exhibiting film, movies, and specialty content. Our network of distributors, producers, venues, artists and filmmakers, alongside a track record of success, ensures our clients present the slate of films aligned to their audience.
Services include film buying, distributor negotiations, scheduling and operational strategy, as well as market and financial analysis for new or growing venues. Each client’s needs are unique.
ESP works with independent cinemas, film festivals, nonprofit institutions, museums, and specialty venues across North America.
Mark Schulte, Tri Tran, and Doug Endicott , 1989 .
Our approach
Deep relationships with studios and distributors
ESP serves as the primary point of contact between exhibitors and the distribution community. We help venues move from reactive scheduling to intentional, cohesive programming.
Expertise and experience in exhibition
Our consultants have experience in a wide-range of business structures within exhibition, including privately-held, publicly-traded, independent, and nonprofit companies.
An understanding of and plan for operational realities
We provide practical support to keep programming running smoothly.
A commitment to audience development
This also includes sustaining audiences for long-term viability.
ESP Clients,
in their words
“The Big Screen has never been so enormous! Our LFX screen is over 80 feet wide, making it the biggest screen in Kentucky by far! The Dolby ATMOS sound system pulls you into the action with unique audio channels all around and above you as well. The Christie Digital RGB Pure Laser projection system produces brighter images and purer colors than you’ve ever seen before. Factor in our luxury heated reclining seats and you end up with a truly unforgettable experience that you’ll want to come back to over and over again. ”
LexLive, Lexington, KY
“While our theatre venues have stood the test of time, there is nothing Vintage about our presentations featuring modern day comforts like Sony 4k Digital Cinema Projection Systems, JBL Screen Array Speakers, Dolby Digital 7.1 Sound, and a bright illuminated Screen Image that exceeds Studio Ansi-Lumen standards.”
Los Feliz Cinema, Los Angeles, CA
“At the Peoria Riverfront Museum, our Giant Screen Theater is a gallery for another art form—the art of film. Here, movies aren’t just watched; they’re experienced. Through curated screenings, conversations, and exclusive Film Society events, we invite audiences to dive deeper into the stories, craft, and creative voices that shape cinema.”
Peoria Riverfront Museum, Peoria, IL
“Paramount Drive-In Theatres is bigger, brighter, and better than ever before. Featuring two 75 foot screens, Barco Digital Laser projection, FM radio sound, an expanded food menu, and a clean, safe, and friendly environment. We are confident you will not find a better drive-in theatre experience anywhere.”
Paramount Drive-in Theatres, Paramount, CA
Start with one call,
no charge
Schedule a free first call. This is your chance to meet the team, discuss your goals, and ask questions. ESP handles the follow up from there.