Top Movies & Entertainment Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

519

Active Firms

13,579

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 13%

Texas 9%

New York 9%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

Z3C

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Zone 3 Capital is seeking to acquire and operate one business doing $2M+ in EBITDA. Z3C is backed by an experienced group of operators and investors. The Principal, Brandon Cooper, will acquire and relocate to operate the acquired business.

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Gulf Bright Partners

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Gulf Bright Partners is a private investment vehicle seeking to acquire a business in the Texas region (Greater Houston preferred).We are looking for an owner who wants to get liquidity or transition out of the business. Post-acquisition, two of our partners will become senior management in the company.

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Cor Deo Corp

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I started my career as a school leader, drawing on my military background and an MA in Leadership focused on Servant Leadership. I founded the Whati Family Centre to support families in my northern community and later discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), which completely transformed how I lead. Today, as an EOS Implementer, I help leaders and teams build clarity, alignment, and impact. My family and I are now looking to move back to Ontario, where we hope to buy a business our kids can be part of—something that…

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Marinova Capital

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I'm searching for one exceptional business to acquire and lead as its next owner-operator.I'm not a financial buyer looking to optimize and exit. I'm looking to step in as the day-to-day leader—running operations, working with your team, and building on what you've created. This will be my career and my commitment for the next several decades.I have $20M in committed equity capital from a reputable investor.

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Elam Interests LLC

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Individual investor with deep operating expertise; history of rapidly growing companies and executing successful exits; backed by strong capital partners. Past experience focused on growth and founding technology roles at companies that scaled from $1MM -> $100MM+. Interested in DTC businesses, SaaS, and niche healthcare/wellness operations.

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Los Angeles Unlimited

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Los Angeles Unlimited Holdings LLC is actively acquiring profitable, owner-operated businesses in the Industrial & Environmental Services sector across Southern California.The acquiring principal holds a Professional Engineer license and an MBA from Cambridge University, with nearly two decades of operating experience across business management, commercial deal-making, and field operations — spanning multinational energy companies, venture-backed industrial technology, and senior government advisory roles. The acquisition is intended to be owner-operated from day one, with a long-term…

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9473-3706 Québec inc.

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After a decade supporting startups in finding their product-market fit and scaling toward an exit, we leverage our network and deep understanding of technology to acquire, transform and grow Canadian businesses.

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Greenwich Innovations

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Holding company focusing on opportunities in energy, tech, mechanical services (i.e., HVAC, BMS/EMS), and commodities. Primarily interested in independent, lower middle market opportunities in Eastern and Northeastern US.

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SAM Industries

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Sam Industries is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and operating stable, service-based businesses with strong fundamentals and long-term growth potential. We target lower middle-market companies where ownership is seeking a transition, and where we can preserve legacy while driving operational excellence.

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Delaroche consulting

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Currently Key Account Manager at Nexira, specialized in sales and business development within the food, agriculture, and value-added natural ingredient sectors. Backed by a Master of Science in agricultural science and business, I combine corporate enterprise experience at a global leader in functional naturals with hands-on operational expertise in agribusiness vertical integration.

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TwinForge Capital

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TwinForge Capital is a private equity firm dedicated to acquiring and operating small businesses across select U.S. metropolitan areas, including San Diego, the Twin Cities, and Greater Washington, D.C. The firm specifically targets owner-led businesses with an EBITDA ranging from $500K to $1.5M, demonstrating a strategic focus on financially robust enterprises. TwinForge Capital's investment strategy is designed to foster growth and operational excellence within its portfolio, making it a key player in the lower middle market of private equity.

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BLLT Ventures

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I am seeking to acquire and operate a profitable, established small to lower-middle-market business as a long-term owner. My focus is on a single platform investment where I can be actively involved in leadership and operations. I am drawn to businesses with durable demand, defensible local or regional market positions, and meaningful operational complexity. Sectors of interest include industrial and field services, construction and construction-adjacent businesses, transportation and logistics, and specialty manufacturing. I value thoughtful transaction structures, including seller…

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3462 Capital

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Financial sponsor focused on acquiring specialty distribution, industrial services and specialty contracting businesses in Western Canada between $1-10mm in EBITDA.

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Zander Biro

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I'm an entrepreneurially-driven operator pursuing my first business acquisition with the intent to own and run it full-time. My background spans enterprise sales at Dell Technologies, Boston Scientific, and Inari Medical — giving me deep fluency in B2B relationships, complex deal cycles, and working directly with business owners and C-suite decision-makers across industries.I co-own a real estate holding company, which has sharpened my understanding of asset management, capital deployment, and building long-term enterprise value. Acquiring and operating a business is my primary…

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Myna Bird, LLC

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Business Development professional with decades of management and leadership experience. 22 Year retired US Air Force veteran, Instructor Pilot. Searching for opportunities to leverage background, experience, and Cornell MBA business acumen for SMB acquisitions with impact.

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Palmetto & Pine

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Palmetto & Pine is a search fund backed by committed institutional investors who have collectively invested in 150+ operating companies. Our founder, Alex Pham, is an operator and investor with 12+ years of experience across operational leadership roles, private equity, and M&A. His industry experience has been in water/wastewater utilities and software.We are focused on acquiring in the following industries: (1) water treatment and services (residential, commercial, and industrial), (2) outsourced operations & maintenance for water systems, or (3) vertical SaaS.

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Maiden Lane LLC

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Maiden Lane LLC is an investment vehicle focused on acquiring small to medium sized businesses ($3-30m in sales, $0.5-5m in EBITDA). Our objective is to find stable businesses that can benefit from entrepreneurial ownership. Our goal is to find businesses that we can grow, not under-invest in to bleed it for cash flow. In terms of management, our preference would be to retain all your employees, not reduce headcount upon assuming ownership. We are looking for situations where a number of the following are present: having a motivated seller, concentrated ownership (we would prefer to…

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Weaver Lake Capital

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Weaver Lake Capital is a search fund based out of Pennsylvania focused on small to medium-sized businesses. We are seeking to partner with an exceptional company to fund the next stage of growth. We have a broad mandate from an industry and geography perspective, with a focus on business services, IT services, and industrials. We work closely with our portfolio companies after acquisition to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.The founder of Weaver Lake Capita, Lewin Xue, is a seasoned investment professional. He as previously in middle market private equity. He has completed multiple…

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Mile 12 Group

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+ Mile-12 Group is an independent investment firm operating with committed capital from a broad range of investors+ Mile-12 LP base includes 5 institutional PE funds and 4 Family Offices with ~$1.5bn in cumulative AUM+ We are looking for businesses to own and operate either in partnership with the founder or a founder looking to retire and transition out of the business+ We are primarily focused on Tech-Enabled Business Service and/or software firms with $1mm+ in annual EBITDA and/or $4mm+ in ARR.+ Mostly focused on the East Coast (Mid-Atlantic and South-East) of the United States

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Castle Pines Capital Partners

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Castle Pines Capital Partners is a boutique private equity firm based in Denver, Colorado, dedicated to strategic investments and long-term value creation. The firm specializes in acquiring and operating single, privately held U.S.-based companies, focusing on significant growth through active partnerships. With a commitment to identifying unique investment opportunities, Castle Pines Capital Partners leverages its expertise to work closely with executive leadership teams, aiming to enhance operational efficiencies and drive value. Their strategic approach is designed to foster sustainable…

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Firms in the Movies & Entertainment Search Funds directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Movies & Entertainment Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Media experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 519 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Media.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Movies & Entertainment Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Media, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Media, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 519 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Movies & Entertainment Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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