Consultation on draft proposal for an act on production discounts for
film and series production
This submission is provided in response to the draft proposal for a bill on production
discounts for films and series production for consultation. Prime Video welcomes the
opportunity to comment on the proposed legislation establishing a Danish production
rebate scheme, as agreed upon by the government coalition (Social Democrats, Liberals and
Moderates) together with the Socialist People's Party and Social Liberal Party on June 10,
2025.
According to Prime Video the legislation serves two key purposes: retaining major domestic
productions within Denmark and attracting international film and series productions to the
country. This initiative represents an important step for Denmark's position in the global
audio-visual market, and we have some suggestions to help ensure the law achieves its full
potential.
Introduction: Prime Video
Prime Video in Denmark is a subscription video on-demand
(“SVOD”) service, allowing
customers to choose what to watch and how to watch it. In 2021, we enhanced the viewing
experience by introducing a Danish-language interface, making our platform more
accessible to local audiences. This milestone also marked the beginning of our investment
in Danish productions, demonstrating our commitment to the region's industry.
Due to the demand of our customers for local content, Prime Video is dedicated to investing
in local content throughout Europe, contributing to the growth of the creative sector. We
have invested in over thirty titles since we launched in the Nordics providing greater
visibility of these works to international audiences. In addition, Prime Video has signed a
three-year multi-content deal with Nordisk Film in Denmark and in 2024 closed a deal with
Viaplay
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to secure their content investments in the Nordics.
Response to the proposed the act
Building upon the existing high-quality production industry in Denmark, Prime Video
welcomes the introduction of production discounts for films and series production. This
strategic decision ensures alignment of media regulation with broader economic and
industrial development objectives, fostering a holistic approach to the growth of Denmark's
audiovisual sector.
We at Prime Video are encouraged by Denmark's plans to develop an incentive scheme for
audio-visual productions. Drawing from successful examples in countries like Ireland, the
UK, and Spain, we've seen how predictable, well-designed incentives can attract
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https://deadline.com/2024/02/prime-video-nordics-nine-viaplay-originals-1235818863/