RLJ Entertainment, Inc.
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RLJ Entertainment, Inc. - overview
Established
1984
Location
-, CA, US
Primary Industry
Media
About
RLJ Entertainment, Inc. is a company focused on providing diverse media and entertainment solutions through various subscription-based streaming platforms catering to niche audience segments. RLJ Entertainment, Inc. specializes in delivering streaming content and was founded in 1984 in the US.
The company was acquired by AMC Networks in April 2018, aiming to leverage its strengths in the media sector. The founder's prior experience in the industry is not specified. Over its operational history, the company has engaged in 3 notable deals, with the most recent occurring in 2018. RLJ Entertainment, Inc.
operates in the media and entertainment sector, offering subscription-based streaming services that include Acorn TV, AMC+, and Shudder. These services provide a variety of content tailored to specific genres, such as British television, original programming, and horror-themed shows. The diverse programming appeals to audiences in the United States, Canada, and international markets, including Europe and Australia, enhancing user engagement and customer retention. In 2017, RLJ Entertainment, Inc.
reported a revenue of USD 86. 30 mn and an EBITDA of USD 39. 88 mn, reflecting its financial performance within the competitive media landscape. Following its acquisition in April 2018, RLJ Entertainment, Inc.
will focus on enhancing its content offerings and expanding into new international markets. The acquisition is part of a strategic growth plan to support the company’s operational initiatives and potentially introduce new products to meet evolving consumer demands.
Current Investors
RLJ Equity Partners, JH Partners, Image Entertainment, Inc.
Primary Industry
Media
Sub Industries
Media
Website
http://www.rljentertainment.com
Total Amount Raised
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RLJ Entertainment, Inc. - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 59,529,000 | 164,830,000 | 137,689,000 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 176.9% | (16.5%) | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 9,606,000 | 57,904,000 | 49,870,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 2,857,000 | (23,615,000) | (14,631,000) | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 4.8% | (14.3%) | (10.6%) | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 16.1% | 35.1% | 36.2% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 1,743,000 | (31,077,000) | (21,200,000) | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 2.9% | (18.9%) | (15.4%) | - | - | - |
RLJ Entertainment, Inc. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Sale | Completed | RLJ Entertainment, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Private Debt | Completed | RLJ Entertainment, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | RLJ Entertainment, Inc. | - |
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