The best movie stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals — while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look to stocks with steadier gains over time.
Top 7 stocks of Jul 2024
The top film stocks included on this page all trade on the S&P 500, have an analyst recommendation of "Buy" or better and are sorted by year-to-date performance.
- Walt Disney Company (DIS)
- Netflix (NFLX)
- AMC Entertainment (AMC)
- Amazon-com (AMZN)
- Imax (IMAX)
- Comcast (CMCSA)
- AT-and-T (T)
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How to invest in movie stocks
- Choose an online stock trading platform. Choose from our Top Picks above, use our comparison table below or jump straight to the best stock trading apps of 2024.
- Sign up for an account. Provide your personal information and sign up.
- Set up a funding method to pay for the transaction. Deposit funds into your account by linking your banking information.
- Choose the stocks you want to buy. Search for the stock by name or ticker symbol like DIS or NFLX.
- Place your order. Buy the stock. It's that simple.
Take a deeper dive into movie stocks
If you're interested in investing in the film industry, take a closer look at what companies in this industry do and how the stocks have historically performed. Keep in mind that positive past performance doesn't guarantee that a stock will continue to rise in the future.1. Walt Disney Company (DIS)
The Walt Disney Company operates as an entertainment company worldwide. It operates through three segments: Entertainment, Sports, and Experiences. The company produces and distributes film and television video streaming content under the ABC Television Network, Disney, Freeform, FX, Fox, National Geographic, and Star brand television channels, as well as ABC television stations and A+E television networks; and produces original content under the ABC Signature, Disney Branded Television, FX Productions, Lucasfilm, Marvel, National Geographic Studios, Pixar, Searchlight Pictures, Twentieth Century Studios, 20th Television, and Walt Disney Pictures banners.
Walt Disney Company stock opened the day at $89.89 after a previous close of $89.21. The latest price was $89.51 (25-minute delay). Walt Disney Company is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD89.2 billion and employs 173,250 staff.
- Market capitalization: $176,452,042,752
- P/E ratio: 105.2065
- PEG ratio: 0.8057
2. Netflix (NFLX)
Netflix, Inc. provides entertainment services. It offers TV series, documentaries, feature films, and games across various genres and languages.
Netflix stock opened the day at $645.00 after a previous close of $634.09. The latest price was $637.01 (25-minute delay). Netflix is listed on the NASDAQ, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$36.3 billion and employs 13,000 staff.
- Market capitalization: $272,944,644,096
- P/E ratio: 39.6998
- PEG ratio: 1.7203
3. AMC Entertainment (AMC)
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. , through its subsidiaries, engages in the theatrical exhibition business. It owns, operates, or has interests in theatres in the United States and Europe.
AMC Entertainment stock opened the day at $5.15 after a previous close of $5.14. The latest price was $5.22 (25-minute delay). AMC Entertainment is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$4.8 billion and employs 2,881 staff.
- Market capitalization: $1,507,498,752
- PEG ratio: 1.42
4. Amazon-com (AMZN)
Amazon. com, Inc. engages in the retail sale of consumer products, advertising, and subscriptions service through online and physical stores in North America and internationally.
Amazon-com stock opened the day at $180.39 after a previous close of $179.85. The latest price was $180.97 (25-minute delay). Amazon-com is listed on the NASDAQ, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$590.7 billion and employs 1,525,000 staff.
- Market capitalization: $1,912,212,684,800
- P/E ratio: 51.6152
- PEG ratio: 1.9868
5. Imax (IMAX)
IMAX Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a technology platform for entertainment and events worldwide. The company operates in two segments, Content Solutions and Technology Products and Services. The company offers IMAX DMR, a proprietary technology that digitally remasters films and other content into IMAX formats for distribution to the IMAX network; IMAX Enhanced that provides end-to-end technology across streaming content and entertainment devices at home; and SSIMWAVE, an AI-driven video quality solutions for media and entertainment companies.
Imax stock opened the day at $19.85 after a previous close of $19.40. The latest price was $19.81 (25-minute delay). Imax is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$367 million and employs 669 staff.
- Market capitalization: $933,565,696
- P/E ratio: 36.9583
- PEG ratio: 0.9077
6. Comcast (CMCSA)
Comcast Corporation operates as a media and technology company worldwide. It operates through Residential Connectivity & Platforms, Business Services Connectivity, Media, Studios, and Theme Parks segments. The Residential Connectivity & Platforms segment provides residential broadband and wireless connectivity services, residential and business video services, sky-branded entertainment television networks, and advertising.
Comcast stock opened the day at $38.57 after a previous close of $38.24. The latest price was $39.31 (25-minute delay). Comcast is listed on the NASDAQ, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$121.9 billion and employs 186,000 staff.
- Market capitalization: $157,259,104,256
- P/E ratio: 10.6313
- PEG ratio: 0.642
7. AT-and-T (T)
AT&T Inc. provides telecommunications and technology services worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Communications and Latin America.
AT-and-T stock opened the day at $19.16 after a previous close of $19.19. The latest price was $19.05 (25-minute delay). AT-and-T is listed on the NYSE, has a trailing 12-month revenue of around USD$122.3 billion and employs 148,290 staff.
- Market capitalization: $137,308,749,824
- P/E ratio: 10.2957
- PEG ratio: 1.2716
Bottom line
While it’s possible to turn a profit investing in movie stocks, keep in mind that — like any investment — movie stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions — both in the market and in the film industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest. And if you’re new to investing, or if it’s been awhile since you’ve taken a critical look at your investing accounts, compare brokers to make sure you’re getting the best features in your trading account.Paid non-client promotion. Finder does not invest money with providers on this page. If a brand is a referral partner, we're paid when you click or tap through to, open an account with or provide your contact information to the provider. Partnerships are not a recommendation for you to invest with any one company. Learn more about how we make money.
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