512120 — Motion Picture and Video Distribution
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in acquiring distribution rights and distributing film and video productions to motion picture theaters, television networks and stations, other media broadcast and streaming outlets, and exhibitors (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Overview Facts
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7822 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Distribution (via SIC1987:7822→NAICS1997:51212→2002:512120→2007:512120→2012:512120→2017:512120→2022:512120)
- SIC 7829 - Services Allied to Motion Picture Distribution (via SIC1987:7829→NAICS1997:51212→2002:512120→2007:512120→2012:512120→2017:512120→2022:512120)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC M1GZ — OPERATION OF OTHER WAREHOUSE BUILDINGS
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 512120 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 512120 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Motion Picture and Video Distribution' under Sector 51 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 512120? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $39,000,000 for NAICS code 512120 (Motion Picture and Video Distribution), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 512120? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 512120 (Motion Picture and Video Distribution) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 7822 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Distribution, 7829 - Services Allied to Motion Picture Distribution.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 512120:
- Sector 51 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Information sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 512120 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Motion Picture and Video Distribution).
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.