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Film and Television Costs, Net

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Film and Television Costs, Net
 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2022
Other Industries [Abstract]  
Film and Television Costs, Net

Note 9: Film and Television Costs, Net

 

During the nine months ended September 30, 2022, Film and Television Costs increased by $12.0 million, net of amortization expense, as compared to December 31, 2021. Excluding the $7.3 million from the Wow Acquisition, Film and Television Costs increased $4.4 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2022, primarily due to the production of Shaq’s Garage. The increase is partially offset by amortization of Rainbow Rangers and Superhero Kindergarten.

 

During the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, the Company recorded Film and Television Cost amortization expense of $2.8 million and $0.2 million, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, the Company recorded Film and Television Cost amortization expense of $5.1 million and $1.1 million, respectively.

 

The following table highlights the activity in Film and Television Costs as of September 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021 (in thousands):

       
Film and Television Costs, Net as of December 31, 2020   $ 11,828  
Additions to Film and Television Costs     10,650  
Film Amortization Expense     (19,538 )
Film and Television Costs, Net as of December 31, 2021     2,940  
Additions to Film and Television Costs     17,708  
Disposals     (11 )
Film Amortization Expense     (5,100 )
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment     (555 )
Film and Television Costs, Net as of September 30, 2022   $ 14,982