parproduksjon

Parproduksjon, also known as co-production, is a production arrangement in which two or more independent producers, production companies, or national entities collaborate to plan, fund, produce, and distribute a work. Participants share creative control, financial risk, and potential profits according to a pre-agreed framework. The exact terms vary by project and jurisdiction, but joint governance and risk-sharing are central features.

In film and television, parproduksjon is often used to access cross-border funding and distribution. Multinational co-productions can qualify for subsidies from national film boards and international funds, such as Eurimages. This can enable larger budgets and wider release. Common requirements include a minimum production share from each country and a balanced representation in creative leadership.

A coproduction agreement typically covers: roles and decision-making processes; financial contributions; ownership of rights; credit and title; revenue sharing; distribution windows; and termination provisions. It may also address intellectual property rights, archival materials, and post-production responsibilities.

While most associated with cinema and TV, co-production concepts appear in other media and cultural sectors and in public broadcasting. European co-productions are especially prominent due to treaties and funding schemes that encourage cross-border collaboration.