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Entertainment startups in the United States that raised in 2026
56 entertainment startups in the United States that raised in 2026 have raised money in rounds we track in 2026. These are the 50 that raised the most, $6.3B between them, with Los Angeles the most common home.
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Sphere EntertainmentSphere Entertainment is a live entertainment and media company that offers cutting-edge technology to reimagine entertainment in the future.Sphere Entertainment is a live entertainment and media company that offers cutting-edge technology to reimagine entertainment in the future.
Founded 2020Las Vegas, United States$1.7Blast round May 2026 - 2
HarkFounded -United States$1.4Blast round Aug 2026 - 3ElevenLabsFounded -United States$600Mlast round May 2026
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HiggsfieldHiggsfield is a video AI firm committed to democratizing social media content creation for everyone.Higgsfield is a video AI firm committed to democratizing social media content creation for everyone.
Founded 2022San Francisco, United States$480Mlast round Oct 2026 - 5
SunoSuno, Inc.Suno, Inc.
Founded 2022Cambridge, United States$400Mlast round Jun 2026 - 6
DuettiDuetti is a music-financial technology platform founded in 2022 and based in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Miami, and London.Duetti is a music-financial technology platform founded in 2022 and based in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Miami, and London.
Founded 2022New York, United States$350Mlast round Feb 2026 - 7
RunwayRunway Group is an investment management company that offers operating businesses, community building, and economic development.Runway Group is an investment management company that offers operating businesses, community building, and economic development.
Founded 2017United States$315Mlast round Jun 2026 - 8
PikaPika is a machine that cleans reusable diapers in one step.Pika is a machine that cleans reusable diapers in one step.
Founded 2019United States$136Mlast round Oct 2026 - 9
LiveKitLiveKit offers open source frameworks and a cloud platform for building voice, video, and physical AI agents.LiveKit offers open source frameworks and a cloud platform for building voice, video, and physical AI agents.
Founded 2021San Francisco, United States$100Mlast round Jan 2026 - 10
TwelveLabsTwelveLabs is a San Francisco-based artificial intelligence company founded in 2021 that specializes in video-native foundation models for human-like video understanding.TwelveLabs is a San Francisco-based artificial intelligence company founded in 2021 that specializes in video-native foundation models for human-like video understanding.
Founded 2021San Francisco, United States$100Mlast round Aug 2026 - 11
Datavault AIDatavault AI develops spatial audio wireless technology for smart devices and home entertainment systems.Datavault AI develops spatial audio wireless technology for smart devices and home entertainment systems.
Founded -Philadelphia, United States$89Mlast round Aug 2026 - 12
CreatorFiCreatorFi is a financial technology company that specializes in providing embedded financing solutions for digital creators.CreatorFi is a financial technology company that specializes in providing embedded financing solutions for digital creators.
Founded 2021New York, United States$85Mlast round Sept 2026 - 13
ReactorReactor is an artificial intelligence infrastructure company developing a platform for real-time generative video and interactive models.Reactor is an artificial intelligence infrastructure company developing a platform for real-time generative video and interactive models.
Founded -San Francisco, United States$59Mlast round May 2026 - 14
Big Shot PicturesBig Shot Pictures is an animation and live-action production company that combines storytelling expertise with cutting-edge technology.Big Shot Pictures is an animation and live-action production company that combines storytelling expertise with cutting-edge technology.
Founded -Los Angeles, United States$56Mlast round Jan 2026 - 15
Propagate ContentPropagate Content is an independent content creation company based in Los Angeles, founded in 2015 by Co-CEOs Ben Silverman and Howard T.Propagate Content is an independent content creation company based in Los Angeles, founded in 2015 by Co-CEOs Ben Silverman and Howard T.
Founded 2015Los Angeles, United States$50Mlast round Feb 2026 - 16
KeynesKeynes is the CTV partner for accurate and results-driven reportingKeynes is the CTV partner for accurate and results-driven reporting
Founded -Austin, United States$40Mlast round Mar 2026 - 17
Coram AICoram AI is an AI-native physical security platform that integrates video surveillance, access control, and emergency response into a single system.Coram AI is an AI-native physical security platform that integrates video surveillance, access control, and emergency response into a single system.
Founded 2022Sunnyvale, United States$35Mlast round Jun 2026 - 18
Gardens InteractiveGardens Interactive is a remote-first game development studio based in Los Angeles, California.Gardens Interactive is a remote-first game development studio based in Los Angeles, California.
Founded 2020Los Angeles, United States$35Mlast round Oct 2026 - 19
ModulateModulate is a voice AI company founded in 2017 by MIT alumni, focused on creating prosocial voice intelligence technology.Modulate is a voice AI company founded in 2017 by MIT alumni, focused on creating prosocial voice intelligence technology.
Founded 2019Somerville, United States$25Mlast round Sept 2026 - 20
Invisible NarrativesDigital content studio merging Hollywood filmmakers with the most engaged social channels.Digital content studio merging Hollywood filmmakers with the most engaged social channels.
Founded 2018West Hollywood, United States$25Mlast round Jun 2026 - 21
Z LeagueZ League is a skill-based tournament platform founded in 2020, aimed at casual gamers.Z League is a skill-based tournament platform founded in 2020, aimed at casual gamers.
Founded 2020Seattle, United States$21Mlast round Jan 2026 - 22
SekaiSekai is an online gaming platform that allows users to create, remix, and play free browser-based games without the need for downloads.Sekai is an online gaming platform that allows users to create, remix, and play free browser-based games without the need for downloads.
Founded 2023Sunnyvale, United States$20Mlast round Jun 2026 - 23
Drone NerdsDrone Nerds is the largest UAV dealer.Drone Nerds is the largest UAV dealer.
Founded 2014Dania Beach, United States$20Mlast round Feb 2026 - 24Status AIFounded -United States$17Mlast round May 2026
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AWOL VisionAWOL Vision produces 4K ultra-short-throw laser projectors, projection screens, and home cinema accessories.AWOL Vision produces 4K ultra-short-throw laser projectors, projection screens, and home cinema accessories.
Founded 2020Delray Beach, United States$15Mlast round Apr 2026 - 26
GlobalComixGlobalComix is a digital comics publishing and distribution platform founded in 2017 by Christopher Carter, who serves as CEO.GlobalComix is a digital comics publishing and distribution platform founded in 2017 by Christopher Carter, who serves as CEO.
Founded 2017New York, United States$13Mlast round Mar 2026 - 27
The RealestThe Realest is a Los Angeles-based authentication and marketplace platform specializing in sports, entertainment, and culture memorabilia.The Realest is a Los Angeles-based authentication and marketplace platform specializing in sports, entertainment, and culture memorabilia.
Founded 2022Los Angeles, United States$12Mlast round Jan 2026 - 28
Real American FreestyleReal American Freestyle is a sports and entertainment company that broadcasts freestyle wrestling live.Real American Freestyle is a sports and entertainment company that broadcasts freestyle wrestling live.
Founded 2025Tampa, United States$11Mlast round May 2026 - 29
CluesoClueso is a San Francisco-based startup founded in 2023 that specializes in AI-powered content creation.Clueso is a San Francisco-based startup founded in 2023 that specializes in AI-powered content creation.
Founded 2023San Francisco, United States$10Mlast round Oct 2026 - 30
Run-A-MuckRun-A-Muck is a multi-platform media company that focuses on telling bold, culturally disruptive stories.Run-A-Muck is a multi-platform media company that focuses on telling bold, culturally disruptive stories.
Founded -Brooklyn, United States$10Mlast round Jun 2026 - 31NomadicFounded -United States$8.4Mlast round Mar 2026
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ConntourConntour is an AI video intelligence and security surveillance company that enables organizations to query extensive networks of security cameras using natural language.Conntour is an AI video intelligence and security surveillance company that enables organizations to query extensive networks of security cameras using natural language.
Founded -Miami, United States$7.0Mlast round Mar 2026 - 33
BeatStarsBeatStars is a global music technology platform and marketplace that empowers creators, producers, songwriters, and artists.BeatStars is a global music technology platform and marketplace that empowers creators, producers, songwriters, and artists.
Founded 2008Austin, United States$6.2Mlast round Apr 2026 - 34
A Vinyl Bar in ShibuyaA Vinyl Bar in Shibuya is a music and record bar located in Shibuya, Japan, focusing on vinyl playback.A Vinyl Bar in Shibuya is a music and record bar located in Shibuya, Japan, focusing on vinyl playback.
Founded 2024Brooklyn, United States$5.5Mlast round Sept 2026 - 35
Notes.fmMusic Royalties, Simplified.Music Royalties, Simplified.
Founded 2024New York, United States$5.0Mlast round Sept 2026 - 36MOREFounded -United States$4.4Mlast round Aug 2026
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SamplySamply is a B2B sales platform designed for consumer goods brands and distributors.Samply is a B2B sales platform designed for consumer goods brands and distributors.
Founded 2019Longchamps, United States$3.3Mlast round Aug 2026 - 38
Evil Genius GamesEvil Genius Games (EGG) is a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) publisher based in San Mateo, California.Evil Genius Games (EGG) is a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) publisher based in San Mateo, California.
Founded 2021San Mateo, United States$3.0Mlast round Feb 2026 - 39
NoteyNotey crafts music-centered apps for an engaging, gamified approach to learning instruments and vocal skills in music education.Notey crafts music-centered apps for an engaging, gamified approach to learning instruments and vocal skills in music education.
Founded 2021United States$3.0Mlast round Oct 2026 - 40
ParFourParFour offers live golf round streaming, GPS score tracking, highlight sharing, and community tournament participation.ParFour offers live golf round streaming, GPS score tracking, highlight sharing, and community tournament participation.
Founded -Windermere, United States$2.6Mlast round Jan 2026 - 41
Punchup.livePunchup.live is an invitation-only entertainment technology platform that connects comedians and live entertainers with their fans.Punchup.live is an invitation-only entertainment technology platform that connects comedians and live entertainers with their fans.
Founded 2023New York, United States$2.1Mlast round Jan 2026 - 42
EDGE Sound ResearchEDGE Sound Research is an audio technology company founded in 2020 and based in Riverside, California.EDGE Sound Research is an audio technology company founded in 2020 and based in Riverside, California.
Founded 2020Riverside, United States$2.0Mlast round Oct 2026 - 43TalesVisionTalesVision is an operator of a media company.
TalesVision is an operator of a media company.
Founded 2023Rancho Santa Fe, United States$2.0Mlast round May 2026 - 44
Zingroll_Zingroll offers AI-powered movies and shows with infinite storytelling._Zingroll offers AI-powered movies and shows with infinite storytelling.
Founded -Menlo Park, United States$2.0Mlast round Mar 2026 - 45
AudicinAudicin is a Finnish neuro-wellness startup founded in 2022, based in Espoo.Audicin is a Finnish neuro-wellness startup founded in 2022, based in Espoo.
Founded 2022Austin, United States$1.9Mlast round Apr 2026 - 46
ShiftUpShiftup is a game design and development studio that engages in game production and promotional video and music production.
Shiftup is a game design and development studio that engages in game production and promotional video and music production.
Founded 2013United States$1.2Mlast round May 2026 - 47
GamewayGameway is the mobile gaming experience of the future.Gameway is the mobile gaming experience of the future.
Founded 2016United States$1.1Mlast round Apr 2026 - 48
PassionflixPassionflix is an entertainment platform designed to extract and create movies from novels.Passionflix is an entertainment platform designed to extract and create movies from novels.
Founded 2016Los Angeles, United States$1.0Mlast round Jan 2026 - 49
Sugar23Sugar23 is an innovative entertainment studio founded in 2017 by Academy Award-winning producer Michael Sugar.Sugar23 is an innovative entertainment studio founded in 2017 by Academy Award-winning producer Michael Sugar.
Founded 2017Los Angeles, United States$1.0Mlast round Nov 2026 - 50
Adrenaline InteractiveAdrenaline Interactive specializes in non-intrusive, native in-game advertising to enhance brand affinity, product recall, and sales.Adrenaline Interactive specializes in non-intrusive, native in-game advertising to enhance brand affinity, product recall, and sales.
Founded -Ann Arbor, United States$1.0Mlast round Apr 2026
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