# Top 50 Entertainment Startups in the United Kingdom by Funding (2026)

> The 50 best-funded entertainment startups in the United Kingdom, ranked by total funding raised: $3.7B combined.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/top-lists/entertainment-startups-united-kingdom (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

- 1 [**Hipgnosis Songs Fund** Hipgnosis Songs Fund Limited offers investors a pure-play exposure to songs and associated musical intellectual property rights](https://millionrounds.com/company/hipgnosis-songs-fund) Hipgnosis Songs Fund Limited offers investors a pure-play exposure to songs and associated musical intellectual property rights *Founded* 2018 Saint Peter Port, United Kingdom **$700M** last round Oct 2022
- 2 [**Synthesia** Synthesia is a British multinational AI company based in London, founded in 2017.](https://millionrounds.com/company/synthesia) Synthesia is a British multinational AI company based in London, founded in 2017. *Founded* 2017 London, United Kingdom **$506M** last round Jan 2026
- 3 [**ODEON Cinemas Group** ODEON Cinemas Group is a leading European cinema operator with 242 cinemas and 2,236 screens.](https://millionrounds.com/company/odeon-cinemas-group) ODEON Cinemas Group is a leading European cinema operator with 242 cinemas and 2,236 screens. *Founded* 2011 Stockholm, United Kingdom **$425M** last round Apr 2026
- 4 [**FanDuel** FanDuel offers fantasy sports with daily games for real money.](https://millionrounds.com/company/fanduel) FanDuel offers fantasy sports with daily games for real money. *Founded* 2007 New York, United Kingdom **$361M** last round Jul 2015
- 5 [**MUBI**](https://millionrounds.com/company/mubi) *Founded* - United Kingdom **$217M** last round Aug 2025
- 6 [**Nothing** Nothing is a technology company that creates smartphones, audio products, and AI tools aimed at enhancing the lives of the next generation of creatives.](https://millionrounds.com/company/nothing) Nothing is a technology company that creates smartphones, audio products, and AI tools aimed at enhancing the lives of the next generation of creatives. *Founded* 2020 London, United Kingdom **$214M** last round May 2026
- 7 [**DICE** DICE is a music ticketing platform that helps fans experience more of the shows they love in a hassle-free way.](https://millionrounds.com/company/dice) DICE is a music ticketing platform that helps fans experience more of the shows they love in a hassle-free way. *Founded* 2014 London, United Kingdom **$197M** last round Aug 2023
- 8 [**Brahma AI**](https://millionrounds.com/company/brahma-ai) *Founded* 2024 United Kingdom **$195M** last round Sept 2026
- 9 [**F1 Arcade** F1® Arcade is an experiential hospitality brand that merges the excitement of Formula 1 racing with social gaming and entertainment.](https://millionrounds.com/company/f1-arcade) F1® Arcade is an experiential hospitality brand that merges the excitement of Formula 1 racing with social gaming and entertainment. *Founded* 2020 London, United Kingdom **$131M** last round Jul 2024
- 10 [**Stability AI** Stability AI is an artificial intelligence-driven visual art startup that designs and implements open AI tools.](https://millionrounds.com/company/stability-ai) Stability AI is an artificial intelligence-driven visual art startup that designs and implements open AI tools. *Founded* 2019 London, United Kingdom **$76M** last round Aug 2026
- 11 [**Fulwell 73**](https://millionrounds.com/company/fulwell-73) *Founded* 2004 United Kingdom **$60M** last round Sept 2018
- 12 [**Trax** Trax provides in-store execution tools, market measurement services, and data science solutions for retail.](https://millionrounds.com/company/trax) Trax provides in-store execution tools, market measurement services, and data science solutions for retail. *Founded* 2010 Boston, United Kingdom **$50M** last round Nov 2023
- 13 [**ROLI**](https://millionrounds.com/company/roli) *Founded* - United Kingdom **$44M** last round Jan 2016
- 14 [**King.com** King.com is an interactive entertainment company that provides online games for global portals, websites, and other media companies.](https://millionrounds.com/company/king-com) King.com is an interactive entertainment company that provides online games for global portals, websites, and other media companies. *Founded* 2003 Stockholm, United Kingdom **$43M** last round Sept 2005
- 15 [**elasticStage** elasticStage is a UK-based music-tech company that has created the world's first on-demand vinyl and CD manufacturing platform.](https://millionrounds.com/company/elasticstage) elasticStage is a UK-based music-tech company that has created the world's first on-demand vinyl and CD manufacturing platform. *Founded* 2016 London, United Kingdom **$38M** last round Sept 2026
- 16 [**YPlan** YPlan uncovers the best events every day so you can get out and Live Your City.](https://millionrounds.com/company/yplan) YPlan uncovers the best events every day so you can get out and Live Your City. *Founded* 2012 London, United Kingdom **$38M** last round Nov 2014
- 17 [**Perlego** Perlego is a London-based digital library and education technology company that offers unlimited, subscription-based access to over 1.3 million academic, profes](https://millionrounds.com/company/perlego) Perlego is a London-based digital library and education technology company that offers unlimited, subscription-based access to over 1.3 million academic, profes *Founded* 2017 London, United Kingdom **$37M** last round Oct 2024
- 18 [**Mind Candy** Mind Candy Ltd.](https://millionrounds.com/company/mind-candy) Mind Candy Ltd. *Founded* 2004 London, United Kingdom **$32M** last round Jun 2011
- 19 [**Vyntelligence** Vyntelligence is a London-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in transforming frontline work through its Agentic Video Intelligence Work Platform.](https://millionrounds.com/company/vyntelligence) Vyntelligence is a London-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in transforming frontline work through its Agentic Video Intelligence Work Platform. *Founded* 2013 London, United Kingdom **$30M** last round Nov 2025
- 20 [**Bear Hug Entertainment** Bear Hug Entertainment is a mobile gaming company that designs, creates, and develops free-to-play video games like Alice legends.](https://millionrounds.com/company/bear-hug-entertainment) Bear Hug Entertainment is a mobile gaming company that designs, creates, and develops free-to-play video games like Alice legends. *Founded* 2019 Guildford, United Kingdom **$28M** last round Jun 2026
- 21 [**Crowdmix** Connecting the world through music.](https://millionrounds.com/company/crowdmix) Connecting the world through music. *Founded* 2013 United Kingdom **$27M** last round Jul 2015
- 22 [**Unit1 Studio** Unit1 Studio produces best-in-class avatar concerts, immersive performances that capture an artist's vision and transport fans into unforgettable worlds.](https://millionrounds.com/company/unit1-studio) Unit1 Studio produces best-in-class avatar concerts, immersive performances that capture an artist's vision and transport fans into unforgettable worlds. *Founded* - London, United Kingdom **$27M** last round Sept 2026
- 23 [**Speech Graphics** Speech Graphics Ltd is a technology company based in Edinburgh, UK, specializing in audio-driven, AI-powered facial animation software.](https://millionrounds.com/company/speech-graphics) Speech Graphics Ltd is a technology company based in Edinburgh, UK, specializing in audio-driven, AI-powered facial animation software. *Founded* 2010 Edinburgh, United Kingdom **$21M** last round Apr 2026
- 24 [**Handmade Mobile** Founded in 2014 by a management team with a strong track record in digital media and mobile entertainment, Handmade Mobile provides celebrities and brands with](https://millionrounds.com/company/handmade-mobile) Founded in 2014 by a management team with a strong track record in digital media and mobile entertainment, Handmade Mobile provides celebrities and brands with *Founded* 2014 Santa Monica, United Kingdom **$15M** last round Jul 2011
- 25 [**Yoto**](https://millionrounds.com/company/yoto) *Founded* - Tashkent, United Kingdom **$15M** last round Mar 2026
- 26 [**Musixmatch** Musixmatch is a leading music data company based in Bologna, Italy, with additional offices in London and San Francisco.](https://millionrounds.com/company/musixmatch) Musixmatch is a leading music data company based in Bologna, Italy, with additional offices in London and San Francisco. *Founded* 2010 Bologna, United Kingdom **$14M** last round Sept 2014
- 27 [**Flirtomatic** Fun, friendly and flirtatious – Flirtomatic is mobile entertainment Flirtomatic has pioneered "mobile flirting": a new media-rich brand within the social networ](https://millionrounds.com/company/flirtomatic) Fun, friendly and flirtatious – Flirtomatic is mobile entertainment Flirtomatic has pioneered "mobile flirting": a new media-rich brand within the social networ *Founded* 2004 London, United Kingdom **$13M** last round Nov 2010
- 28 [**Flat Iron** A UK-based steak restaurant group.](https://millionrounds.com/company/flat-iron) A UK-based steak restaurant group. *Founded* 2012 London, United Kingdom **$12M** last round Aug 2025
- 29 [**Wonder Studios** Wonderstudios is an advertising agency that renders advice, consulting and digital solutions to events to inspire the audience.](https://millionrounds.com/company/wonder-studios) Wonderstudios is an advertising agency that renders advice, consulting and digital solutions to events to inspire the audience. *Founded* 2019 United Kingdom **$12M** last round Oct 2025
- 30 [**Wake The Tiger** Wake The Tiger Ltd is an innovative immersive art experience based in Bristol, United Kingdom.](https://millionrounds.com/company/wake-the-tiger) Wake The Tiger Ltd is an innovative immersive art experience based in Bristol, United Kingdom. *Founded* 2021 Bristol, United Kingdom **$12M** last round Aug 2026
- 31 [**Audio Network** Audio Network is the music company for broadcasters, brands and content creators, breaking down boundaries to deliver music seamlessly across the world.](https://millionrounds.com/company/audio-network) Audio Network is the music company for broadcasters, brands and content creators, breaking down boundaries to deliver music seamlessly across the world. *Founded* 2001 London, United Kingdom **$11M** last round Jan 2026
- 32 [**Synchtank** Synchtank is a London-based B2B SaaS company that specializes in creating a cloud ecosystem for music data.](https://millionrounds.com/company/synchtank) Synchtank is a London-based B2B SaaS company that specializes in creating a cloud ecosystem for music data. *Founded* 2011 London, United Kingdom **$11M** last round Sept 2025
- 33 [**Superstruct Entertainment** Superstruct Entertainment is a leading global live entertainment platform and one of the largest festival promoters in the world.](https://millionrounds.com/company/superstruct-entertainment) Superstruct Entertainment is a leading global live entertainment platform and one of the largest festival promoters in the world. *Founded* 2017 London, United Kingdom **$9.7M** last round Jan 2025
- 34 [**Latent Technology** Latent Technology is a London-based game technology company founded in 2022.](https://millionrounds.com/company/latent-technology) Latent Technology is a London-based game technology company founded in 2022. *Founded* 2022 London, United Kingdom **$8.0M** last round Jun 2025
- 35 [**One Media IP Group** One Media IP Group engages in the acquisition and exploitation of mixed media intellectual property rights for distribution.](https://millionrounds.com/company/one-media-ip-group) One Media IP Group engages in the acquisition and exploitation of mixed media intellectual property rights for distribution. *Founded* 2005 United Kingdom **$7.7M** last round Sept 2018
- 36 [**Unravel**](https://millionrounds.com/company/unravel) *Founded* 2021 United Kingdom **$7.0M** last round Apr 2025
- 37 [**Simworx** Simworx is acknowledged as one of the world leaders in the supply of 4D Effects Cinema’s and Motion Simulation Attractions, for the](https://millionrounds.com/company/simworx) Simworx is acknowledged as one of the world leaders in the supply of 4D Effects Cinema’s and Motion Simulation Attractions, for the *Founded* 2005 Kingswinford, United Kingdom **$7.0M** last round Aug 2015
- 38 [**blinkbox music** blinkbox music is the easiest way to listen to the music you already love, or discover new favourites - all for free.](https://millionrounds.com/company/blinkbox-music) blinkbox music is the easiest way to listen to the music you already love, or discover new favourites - all for free. *Founded* 2007 United Kingdom **$6.0M** last round Jul 2011
- 39 [**Cloudline** The all-in-one platform, helping leisure & entertainment businesses sell more, reduce costs, and personalize experiences.](https://millionrounds.com/company/cloudline) The all-in-one platform, helping leisure & entertainment businesses sell more, reduce costs, and personalize experiences. *Founded* 2020 London, United Kingdom **$6.0M** last round Dec 2023
- 40 [**AudioBoo** Audioboo is a news publishing agency that keeps its readers up to date with the latest tech, business, and entertainment news.](https://millionrounds.com/company/audioboo) Audioboo is a news publishing agency that keeps its readers up to date with the latest tech, business, and entertainment news. *Founded* - Bakersfield, United Kingdom **$5.6M** last round Mar 2014
- 41 [**Cosmos Video** Cosmos Video is a London-based software company founded in 2020.](https://millionrounds.com/company/cosmos-video) Cosmos Video is a London-based software company founded in 2020. *Founded* 2020 London, United Kingdom **$5.5M** last round Mar 2021
- 42 [**Blackstar Amplification** Blackstar creates new and innovative guitar amplifiers and pedals designed to give guitarists the ultimate tools for self-expression.](https://millionrounds.com/company/blackstar-amplification) Blackstar creates new and innovative guitar amplifiers and pedals designed to give guitarists the ultimate tools for self-expression. *Founded* 2004 Northampton, United Kingdom **$5.5M** last round Aug 2012
- 43 [**Streamify360** SaaS, Video Hosting, Streaming, API, DRM, Monetization](https://millionrounds.com/company/streamify360) SaaS, Video Hosting, Streaming, API, DRM, Monetization *Founded* - London, United Kingdom **$5.0M** last round Jan 2025
- 44 [**Anorak** Hello, we're Anorak – the technology company setting a new standard for protection sales.](https://millionrounds.com/company/anorak) Hello, we're Anorak – the technology company setting a new standard for protection sales. *Founded* 2017 London, United Kingdom **$5.0M** last round Nov 2026
- 45 [**Condense Reality** Condense Reality develops a digital platform that offers volumetric video streaming and capturing solutions to broadcasters and content creators.](https://millionrounds.com/company/condense-reality) Condense Reality develops a digital platform that offers volumetric video streaming and capturing solutions to broadcasters and content creators. *Founded* 2019 Bristol, United Kingdom **$4.5M** last round Dec 2021
- 46 [**Victory League** Victory League is a profit-driven sports entertainment organization.](https://millionrounds.com/company/victory-league) Victory League is a profit-driven sports entertainment organization. *Founded* - London, United Kingdom **$4.0M** last round Mar 2024
- 47 [**Edit Cloud** Edit Cloud is an editing platform that offers virtual editing suites.](https://millionrounds.com/company/edit-cloud) Edit Cloud is an editing platform that offers virtual editing suites. *Founded* 2022 London, United Kingdom **$3.7M** last round Oct 2024
- 48 [**esk** eské, also known as eské Paris, is a premium lifestyle brand based in Mumbai, India, founded in 2012 by Shivam Khanna.](https://millionrounds.com/company/esk) eské, also known as eské Paris, is a premium lifestyle brand based in Mumbai, India, founded in 2012 by Shivam Khanna. *Founded* 2012 Mumbai, United Kingdom **$3.5M** last round May 2026
- 49 [**Enrich Social Productions** Enrich Social Productions specializes in creating and distributing multiplatform media formats in music, sports, and social responsibility.](https://millionrounds.com/company/enrich-social-productions) Enrich Social Productions specializes in creating and distributing multiplatform media formats in music, sports, and social responsibility. *Founded* 2008 United Kingdom **$3.5M** last round Oct 2009
- 50 [**Live Tech Games** Live Tech Games is a London-based mobile gaming company founded in 2019 or 2020 by Nathan Moore and Samuel Worsley.](https://millionrounds.com/company/live-tech-games) Live Tech Games is a London-based mobile gaming company founded in 2019 or 2020 by Nathan Moore and Samuel Worsley. *Founded* 2020 London, United Kingdom **$3.4M** last round Jul 2021

**Total funding** how the list is ranked

**15 November 2026** updated nightly

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