DVDs and home videocassettes (“Videos”) are intended for home use only, and the public performance of these videos requires a separate licence.

The MPLC provides that licence.
The MPLC Umbrella Licence is a reasonably priced facility-based licence which allows any organisation to publicly perform Videos by the MPLC’s Member Licensors. The license is generally for one year, with the fee based upon on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the type of facility in which videos are shown, the number of exhibitions to be held throughout the year, and the number of attendees anticipated per exhibition. The license does not cover showings where admission is charged or where specific titles are publicly advertised.

The MPLC Member Licensees may show any licensed movie from the tens of thousands of titles from over 60 major Hollywood studios and independent film producers. The MPLC Member Licensees may obtain Videos whether purchased or rented from any legitimate source, and show them legally. The MPLC Umbrella Licence is the cost effective and convenient legal solution to video showings by providing total coverage for unlimited numbers of video exhibitions.

The licensing process is simple. Just call +44 (0)1323 649 647 or send an email to ukinfo@mplc.com and a Certified Licensing Representative will contact you shortly.