How to List Your Film for Streaming
Step-by-step guide to uploading and listing your film on the BlockReel streaming platform.
How to List Your Film for Streaming
Get your film in front of audiences worldwide. Follow this step-by-step guide.
Before You Start
Requirements
- ✅ Completed film (no works-in-progress)
- ✅ You own or control distribution rights
- ✅ Video file: MP4, MOV, or MKV
- ✅ Resolution: Minimum 1080p (4K recommended)
- ✅ Poster artwork: 2:3 aspect ratio
- ✅ BlockReel account
Recommended Materials
- Trailer (highly recommended)
- Multiple subtitle tracks
- Behind-the-scenes content
- Cast and crew information
Step 1: Prepare Your Files
Video Optimization
- Codec: H.264 or H.265
- Bitrate: 15-25 Mbps for 1080p, 35-45 Mbps for 4K
- Audio: AAC, 48kHz, 320kbps
- Container: MP4 preferred
Poster Guidelines
- Aspect Ratio: 2:3 (e.g., 2000x3000px)
- Format: JPG or PNG
- Size: Under 5MB
- Quality: High resolution, no text cutoff
Step 2: Start Upload
1. Go to Submit Stream 2. Click "Upload New Film" 3. Drag and drop your video file 4. Wait for upload to complete (progress shown)
Pro Tip: Our uploader supports resume. If connection drops, just restart where you left off.
Step 3: Add Details
Basic Information
- Title: Official title of your film
- Tagline: One-line hook (optional)
- Synopsis: 100-500 words
- Genre: Select primary and secondary
- Runtime: Auto-detected from file
Cast & Crew
- Director(s)
- Writers
- Lead actors
- Key crew
Technical Details
- Year of completion
- Country of origin
- Original language
- Available subtitles
Step 4: Set Pricing
Pricing Models
| Model | Best For | Example Price | |-------|----------|---------------| | Purchase | Catalog titles | $4.99 - $14.99 | | Rental | New releases | $2.99 - $6.99 | | Free | Promotional content | $0 |
Recommended Pricing
- Feature Films: $9.99 purchase / $4.99 rental
- Short Films: $2.99 purchase / $1.99 rental
- Documentaries: $7.99 purchase / $3.99 rental
Step 5: Upload Extras
Trailer
- 30 seconds to 3 minutes
- Same quality as main film
- Hook viewers quickly
Subtitles
- SRT format
- Multiple languages = more viewers
- Accurate timing essential
Bonus Content
- Behind-the-scenes
- Director commentary
- Deleted scenes
Step 6: Review & Publish
Before publishing, verify:
- ✅ Video plays correctly
- ✅ Audio syncs properly
- ✅ Poster displays well
- ✅ All text is accurate
- ✅ Pricing is correct
Click "Publish" to make your film live!
After Publishing
Promote Your Film
1. Share the link on social media 2. Post in BlockReel community chat 3. Engage with viewers in comments 4. Consider cross-promotion
Monitor Performance
- Check analytics dashboard
- Track viewer feedback
- Adjust pricing if needed
Troubleshooting
Upload Stuck?
- Check internet connection
- Try a different browser
- Clear cache and retry
Video Won't Play?
- Verify codec compatibility
- Re-encode with recommended settings
- Contact support if issue persists
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Ready to upload?
Need help?
- Email: [email protected]
- Chat: Community Support