# Feature Film > Feature Film means a motion picture prepared for initial and varied distribution that is at least 60 minutes long. **Term:** Feature Film **Last updated:** 2026-07-29 ## Definition ## What Feature Film Means in a Contract A Feature Film, as used in a contract, refers to a single motion picture of substantial length, generally at least 60 minutes, that is created for initial theatrical, streaming, or broadcast release and subsequent secondary distribution across other platforms and formats. The term functions as a classification tool. Parties use it to separate full length works from short films, promotional trailers, episodic series, or other audiovisual content that may be governed by different commercial terms. The classification matters because rights holders, financiers, and distributors structure deals differently depending on the type of content involved. A feature length work typically commands separate licensing fees, minimum guarantees, and royalty structures compared to shorter content. By defining the term precisely, the parties avoid disputes over whether a particular production qualifies for the payment terms, credit obligations, or distribution windows attached to feature length works. This definition is especially relevant in agreements found within the