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Frequently asked questions

1 . What is the FEATURE RELEASE SCHEDULE

2 . Who are ERC's typical clients?

3 . Who is ERC?

1. What is the FEATURE RELEASE SCHEDULE

The ERC Feature Release Schedule is a calendar of release dates of Major and Independent Distributors, tracking domestic release dates. It provides an "at-a-glance" overview of the line-up of the upcoming year, and beyond, along with major credits. The FRS is available via PDF or hard copy.

The FRS is issued at the first of each month. An Interim FRS is also available, released mid-month. ERC also provides a Weekly Release Schedule which is updated and emailed every Thursday afternoon.

2. Who are ERC's typical clients?

Our entertainment clients include: CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, E!, Fox News, Bloomberg, Tribune Media, IMDb, National Public Radio and others.

Respected media publications such as USA Today, Newsweek, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Entertainment Weekly, Condé Nast Portfolio and others utilize our data and quote Exhibitor Relations Co. as a source for their movie-industry related data.

3. Who is ERC?

As an established leader in the field of entertainment research & data, Exhibitor Relations Co. provides essential information and intelligence to the entertainment industry. For more than thirty years, ERC has supplied studios, networks and producers with the verifiable knowledge and insight necessary to maintain a distinct advantage in a rapidly changing and increasingly competitive marketplace. With state-of-the-art research tools, we continue to expand and revolutionize the research process for entertainment industry clients and other global businesses.