TriStar Pictures
| Company type | Division |
|---|---|
| Industry | Film |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Founder | Victor Kaufman |
Key people | Tom Rothman (Chairman) |
| Parent | Sony Pictures Entertainment |
TriStar Pictures, Inc. (stylized as TRISTAR) is an American film production and distribution company that is a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment, a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Culver City, California.
History[edit | edit source]
TriStar Pictures was established in 1982 as a joint venture between Columbia Pictures, HBO, and CBS. The collaboration was intended to pool resources and share the financial risks of producing films. The company quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality films and became known for its distinctive logo featuring a Pegasus.
In 1987, Columbia Pictures acquired the shares of HBO and CBS, making TriStar a wholly-owned subsidiary. In 1989, Sony Corporation acquired Columbia Pictures, and TriStar became part of the newly formed Sony Pictures Entertainment.
Notable Films[edit | edit source]
TriStar Pictures has produced and distributed numerous successful films over the years. Some of the most notable films include:
- The Natural (1984)
- Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985)
- Labyrinth (1986)
- The Fisher King (1991)
- Jerry Maguire (1996)
- Jumanji (1995)
- District 9 (2009)
Logo[edit | edit source]
The TriStar logo, featuring a Pegasus, is one of the most recognizable logos in the film industry. The original logo was created by Alan Reingold and debuted in 1984. Over the years, the logo has undergone several updates, but the Pegasus has remained a constant symbol of the brand.
Divisions and Subsidiaries[edit | edit source]
TriStar Pictures operates as a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment. It works closely with other divisions such as Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, and Sony Pictures Classics.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Sony Pictures Entertainment
- Columbia Pictures
- Screen Gems
- Sony Pictures Classics
- List of film production companies
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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