There were obvious differences between the issuing license and the online filing number in terms of the organizer, the review organization, and the review standards. The organizers of the release of the license were the social management departments of the provincial and municipal radio, film and television bureau, and the organizers of the online filing number were the SARFT. Similarly, the approval agency for issuing the license was the social management department of the radio, film and television bureau in each province, and the approval agency for the online filing number was the SARFT. In addition, the review criteria for the distribution license included whether the plot content was in line with the core values of society, whether there were negative music and lines, and at the same time, the actor's acting skills and the crew's obedience. The review criteria for the online record number were whether the plot content was in line with the core values of society, and whether there were any illegal content or scenes. In general, the distribution license and the online filing number played different roles in the process of TV series distribution and online broadcast. They had different management agencies and review standards.
Yes, the distribution license and the online registration number were related. In the past, online dramas only needed to show the online filing number, but the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television now issued a "Web drama distribution license" for online dramas. This meant that web dramas now needed to obtain a distribution license before they could be officially released, not just showing the record number. The introduction of the distribution license would further regulate the production and broadcasting of online dramas, provide a clearer understanding for the audience, and receive further support from the State Administration of Radio and Television for the entire industry.
The distribution license was different from the online registration number. The distribution license was a new type of certificate used for web dramas and web movies. Previously, web dramas only needed to show the online record number. The introduction of the distribution license meant that online dramas and online movies had more standardized and strict review standards, similar to movies and TV series. This change also allowed web dramas to participate in the evaluation of national awards and no longer receive preferential treatment. Therefore, the distribution license and the online registration number were different.
[The distribution license and the online registration number are inconsistent.] According to the relevant notice, online dramas needed to obtain a distribution license before they could be broadcasted online. Previously, they only needed to have an online filing number. The introduction of the distribution license meant that the broadcast of online dramas would be more standardized. Therefore, the distribution license and the online filing number were two different concepts and labels.
Online movies and dramas now had a distribution license, replacing the previous online record number. This permit was issued by the State Administration of Radio and Television, marking the entry of online movies and dramas into a more regulated and strict era. The first online drama to receive a distribution license was "Duel," and its serial number was "(General Administration) Online Drama Review (2022) No. 001." The online movie "Leaves on the Golden Mountain" that was about to be released became the first online movie to obtain a license. The serial number was "(General Administration) Web Film Review (2022) No. 001." This change meant that online movies and dramas no longer needed to be registered online, but they needed to obtain a distribution license. Starting from 2019, the review standards for online movies and online dramas were basically the same as those for movies and television dramas. Even online dramas could participate in the evaluation of national awards and would no longer be treated differently.
He could find the license numbers of some domestic TV cartoons. For example, in Star Card Dream Girl 1: The license number for Floral Note was Min) Dongshen Zi [2023] No. 023, Pigman: Dinosaur Diary 7 was Yue) Dongshen Zi [2023] No. 004, Pigman: Superstar Five-Spirit Hero 5 was Yue) Dongshen Zi [2023] No. 011, and the license number for Ka Bao Racing God: Flying Squad was Yue) Dongshen Zi [2023] No. 013. However, due to the limited search results provided, it was not possible to provide more distribution license numbers.
The difference between a registration certificate and a license was in terms of the target of application, applicable laws and regulations, and the identity of the impersonator. The registration certificate was mainly for the "three small" food workshops, small business stores, and small stalls, which were applicable to the laws and regulations formulated by various places. The license was applicable to all production and operation activities in the food industry, which were applicable to national laws and regulations. In addition, the registration certificate played the role of a temporary ID card, while the license was the industry business license certificate. To be specific, the registration certificate was applicable to small workshops, small business stores, and small stalls without a fixed legal location. Most of them did not have a business license; while the license needed to meet certain application conditions, such as site requirements, and it could only be obtained after being reviewed by the supervision department. In general, there were obvious differences between the registration certificate and the license in terms of the applicable targets, laws and regulations, and identity roles.
According to the relevant regulations, when an enterprise engaged in the service of Internet audio and visual programs, it needed to file or apply for a license from the competent department of radio, film and television. The requirements for filing or license application include having legal personality, a sound program safety transmission management system and safety protection technical measures, having audio and visual program resources that meet the national regulations, having technical ability to adapt to the business, network resources and funds, etc. The application process and specific requirements for the record or license can be inquired on the government service platform of the relevant department. The acquisition of a record or license is necessary for an enterprise to engage in online audio and visual program services, and units and individuals who have not obtained a record or license are not allowed to engage in such services.
A film distribution license meant that the establishment of a film distribution unit needed to obtain the relevant permission and license. Otherwise, it would be illegal to operate. According to the Regulations on the Administration of Movies and the Temporary Regulations on the Entry of Business Qualification of Film Enterprise, some materials were required to apply for a film distribution business license, including an application form, a copy of the business license, a film release license or a television series distribution license, distribution authorization, etc. The applicants could apply to the SARFT or the local provincial film administrative department to set up a company specializing in the distribution of domestically produced films. The approval time was 20 working days. In addition, according to the Film Industry Promotion Law, only films that had passed the review of the film administration department of the State Council and obtained a public screening license could be distributed, screened, spread online, and participate in film festivals.
Online literature and online culture license were two different concepts. 1. Online literature referred to the "Internet Culture Business license", which referred to the license provided for Internet cultural activities. This license was issued by the Ministry of Culture for Internet cultural activities in the cultural field, such as music, movies, and television dramas. 2. The Internet Culture Business license referred to the license for Internet cultural activities. This license was issued by the Internet Industry Department for Internet cultural activities such as games, e-commerce, social media, etc. Therefore, although the license for online literature and online culture both involved Internet cultural activities, their business scope and approval department were different. The online literature license was mainly for the cultural field, while the online culture license was mainly for the Internet industry.
The conditions for a film distribution business license include: possessing the name and articles of association of the film distribution unit; determining the business scope; the organization and professionals required to adapt to the business scope; the funds, venues, and equipment required to adapt to the business scope; being entrusted to distribute more than two films or television dramas; and other conditions that conform to laws and administrative regulations. In addition, a registered capital of not less than 500,000 yuan was also one of the conditions for application. The specific application materials included the application report for the establishment of a film distribution unit, the application form for the establishment of a film distribution unit, the pre-approval document of the enterprise name issued by the industrial and commercial department, the articles of association of the film distribution unit, the certificate of registered capital, the certificate of business venue, and the identity certificate of the legal representative.