Swank Motion Pictures

Swank Motion Pictures

Public performance licensing for motion pictures

Overview

Swank Motion Pictures provides public performance licensing and distributes licensed films to non-theatrical venues such as cruise lines, colleges, K-12 schools, libraries, hospitals, trains, and museums. It works by securing public screening rights and delivering legally cleared movie content to customers, so they can show films to audiences without copyright risk. The company distinguishes itself as the world’s largest non-theatrical distributor with a long history and broad global reach across multiple markets. Its goal is to give reliable, legally compliant access to a wide catalog of films that entertain, educate, and engage people through public screenings.

About Swank Motion Pictures

Simplify's Rating
Why Swank Motion Pictures is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Entertainment

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

St. Louis, Missouri

Founded

1937

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What believers are saying

  • Swank launched Epic MyChart Bedside TV support on August 20, 2026.
  • Advocate Health exceeded 50% bedside utilization after adopting Swank, beating its 30% goal.
  • Inspired Films opened online ordering in March 2026, expanding religious and community demand.

What critics are saying

  • Netflix, Disney, and Epic-native media features compress Swank's bedside differentiation by 2027.
  • Studio-side direct digital licensing can bypass Swank if hospitals demand cheaper bundles.
  • If Epic changes MyChart Bedside APIs, Swank's hospital product loses distribution leverage.

What makes Swank Motion Pictures unique

  • Swank integrates Epic MyChart Bedside TV, embedding licensing into hospital workflows.
  • Swank offers 25,000+ titles, spanning new releases, classics, family, and relaxation.
  • Swank licenses films for hospitals, campuses, and onboard venues through one platform.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Associated Press
Aug 20th, 2026
Swank integrates premium on-demand entertainment into Epic MyChart Bedside TV for hospitals

Swank Patient Entertainment has integrated its on-demand streaming service into Epic's MyChart Bedside TV, bringing films, television shows, and relaxation content directly to hospital in-room televisions. The service, already available on bedside tablets and personal devices, now extends to TV screens where patients manage their care. The platform delivers entertainment within MyChart Bedside without requiring separate apps, streaming accounts, or passwords. Advocate Health reported exceeding its 30% bedside utilisation goal with over 50% usage after implementing the service. The cloud-based system eliminates the need for on-site entertainment servers. Swank Patient Entertainment offers hospitals a curated, ad-free selection of content for paediatric, teen, and adult patients. The service is available now for health systems planning bedside technology deployments.

Swank Motion Pictures
Mar 11th, 2026
Introducing Inspired Films by Swank - now available for online ordering.

Introducing Inspired Films by Swank - now available for online ordering. Make your next movie event more meaningful with its newest collection of uplifting films. Read below and order your license online today! Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. believe film has the power to do more than entertain - it can connect, inspire and uplift audiences on a deeper level. That's why Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. is proud to introduce Inspired Films by Swank, a carefully curated collection of compelling, hope-filled movies from studios like AFFIRM Films, Angel Studios and Kingdom Story Company. These titles were selected to help you: * Bring your community together around stories that resonate * Spark conversation and shared reflection * Strengthen your programming year-round with values-driven content Plus, select titles from the Inspired Films collection are now available to religious organizations for online ordering! Visit its ordering hub to browse available titles and secure your license today. Whether you're planning a reflective screening, a community event or a series that aligns with your mission, Inspired Films gives you the flexibility to program with purpose.

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