License to Use Copyright Material in Film

Get this Performer Release and Consent Form signed by every actor or other performer in a film or television production.

• The performer releases the producers of the project from future claims.
• The release grants the producers the perpetual right to use the performer's image, likeness or voice recordings in connection with the film.
• The performer agrees to be available for reshoots if and when required.
• The performer waives his/her right to bring suit against the producers with respect to the production at any time in the future.
• A signed Release and Consent Form should be obtained from every performer before shooting starts.
• Available in MS Word format.
• This is a generic form that can be used practically anywhere.

Get permission from a property owner to use their site as a location in a film or TV production with this template Location Permission and Release form.

• The property owner gives the production company permission to use the property as a film location and releases the producers from future claims for loss or damage.
• The production company can use the location for filming for the period of time specified in the Release.
• The property owner consents to letting the production company bring in the necessary equipment and personnel to complete the shooting.
• Never ever film on private property without getting consent. That's why you need this Location Permission and Release Form for your movie or TV production.
• Available in MS Word format.

Grant a license to cable and satellite networks to show a movie on television and online with this TV and Internet Broadcast License Agreement.

• The motion picture distributor grants the licensee the right to distribute and broadcast its films via basic cable, pay TV, subscription TV, pay per view, satellite and internet transmission.
• The licensee will have the authority to edit the motion pictures as required to comply with censorship requirements, to translate and dub the soundtrack, and to create derivative versions of the pictures.
• As consideration for the rights granted, the licensee will pay a specified license fee for each film. The agreement contains an alternate provision under which the licensee can issue shares to the licensor as payment for the license fee.
• The distributor will pay for all production costs to produce the motion pictures. The licensee will pay for all scanning, editing and duplication costs, as well as paying the license fees.
• This Television and Internet Broadcast License Agreement is a valuable addition to any filmmaker's movie contracts set.
• Available in MS Word format.

If you want to use a clip from an existing film in a new film project, you'll need to get permission from the owner of the footage with this Film Clip License.

• The licensor (owner of the film clip) grants the producer a non-exclusive license to use the clip in connection with the production of the motion picture, but not for promotional purposes.
• The producer will still have to obtain the consent of any performers who appear in the film clip, as well as consents from the applicable unions and guilds.
• The producer must obtain any necessary broadcast licenses if there is any music contained in the film clip.
• The licensor will be accorded a screen credit in the motion picture, and provided with a complementary copy of the motion picture.
• The producer is not obligated to use the film clip.

Get all your clearances in order before you use the material. You can start with this Film Clip License form. It's a generic template that can be used on all kinds of productions, even live stage shows.