Digital Cinema Packages
A Digital Cinema Package is a must-have for filmmakers screening in theaters and at festivals. The digital equivalent of a 35MM film print, DCP is a universal industry standard format used by nearly every modern movie theater, worldwide.
Trusted by filmmakers screening at Cannes, Sundance, SXSW, and Tribeca.
Standard projects
Instant DCP
$10/min · $99 minimum · delivered in under 24 hours
- ✓Order online, upload today
- ✓2K or 4K · stereo or 5.1 audio
- ✓Digital download delivery
- ✓Rush option: $99 · typically delivered within 6 hours
- ✓Optional QC report: $50
Complex projects
Custom DCP
$15/min features · $300 flat shorts
- ✓Mastered by our DCP engineers
- ✓5.1 / 7.1 / Atmos · alternate audio tracks
- ✓Captions, subtitles, versioning, KDM encryption
- ✓USB / CRU drive delivery · festival slates
- ✓Optional QC report: $50
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Premium DCP Prices
Which service fits your film?
Instant DCP
- Price
- $10/min · $99 minimum
- Turnaround
- Under 24 hours · rush typically under 6
- Audio
- Stereo or 5.1
- Captions & subtitles
- Burned-in subtitles OK
- Versions & encryption
- Single version
- Delivery
- Digital download
- QC report
- Optional · $50
- Best for
- Festival submissions & single screenings
Custom DCP
- Price
- $300 flat shorts · $15–20/min features
- Turnaround
- 3–5 business days · rush to same-day
- Audio
- Stereo, 5.1, 7.1, Atmos + alternate tracks
- Captions & subtitles
- Full timed-text creation + ADA tracks
- Versions & encryption
- Version files · KDM encryption
- Delivery
- Digital + USB / CRU drives
- QC report
- Optional · $50
- Best for
- Distribution, festival packages, complex specs
Custom DCP Rate Card
DCP Creation rates are based on total runtime (TRT) of your project
DCP Shorts
Under 20 min | Flat Rate
- 2K Projects
- $300
- 4K Projects
- $400
- 2-Day Rush Fee
- $50
- Next Day Rush Fee
- $150
- Same Day Rush Fee
- $350
3-5 business day
3-5 business day
2 business day
1 business day
Same business day
DCP Features
Over 20 min | Per Min
- 2K Projects
- $15/min
- 4K Projects
- $20/min
- 2-Day Rush Fee
- $300
- Next Day Rush Fee
- $750
- Same Day Rush Fee
- $1,500
3-5 business day
3-5 business day
2 business day
1 business day
Same business day
Delivery & Extras
- Digital Upload
- FREE
- Short USB Thumbdrive
- $35
- Features USB Thumbdrive
- $150
- CRU Drive Package
- $250
- KDM Encryption
- $100
- Timed Text - Shorts
- $150
- Timed Text - Features
- $350
- Alternate Audio
- $150
- DCP Re-Wrap
- $250
- Version Files
- $150
- Quality Control Report
- $50
High speed upload + 30 day sharable film download link
USB 3.0 drive | EXT2 format for digital cinema | <20 min TRT
USB 3.0 drive | EXT2 format for digital cinema | >20 min TRT
500GB drive in CRU sled | EXT2 format | Pelican carrying case
Includes 10 keys
Adding subtitles and captions
Adding subtitles and captions
Alternative soundtracks | Audio Description Track
Open and change DCP
Additional versioning not listed above
Software-generated QC validation of your finished DCP, verifying RDD-52 compliance.
Your DCP Specialists
Cinematiq has created Digital Cinema Packages for filmmakers screening at major film festivals including Cannes, Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, and San Francisco International. We've worked with Oscar-nominated filmmakers and a variety of distribution networks creating DCPs and other digital video projects.
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DCP Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Digital Cinema Package (DCP)?+
A Digital Cinema Package is the digital equivalent of a 35MM film print — a collection of files that movie theater servers recognize and play on the big screen. It is the universal industry standard format used by nearly every modern movie theater worldwide, and a must-have for filmmakers screening in theaters and at festivals.
How much does a DCP cost?+
Instant DCP is $10 per minute of runtime for 2K or 4K, with a $99 order minimum. Custom DCPs are $300 flat for 2K shorts (under 20 minutes) and $15–20 per minute for features, plus optional extras like timed text, KDM encryption, and physical drive delivery.
How fast can I get my DCP?+
Instant DCP is delivered in under 24 hours of upload, with a $99 rush option typically delivered within 6 hours — often far less for shorts. Custom DCPs take 3–5 business days, with 2-day, next-day, and same-day rush options.
What is the difference between Instant DCP and Custom DCP?+
Instant DCP is our automated service for standard projects: 2K or 4K, stereo or 5.1 audio, digital delivery. Custom DCP is mastered by our engineers and covers complex projects — 7.1 and Atmos audio, caption and subtitle track creation, multiple versions, KDM encryption, and USB or CRU drive delivery.
Will my DCP work at any theater or festival?+
Yes — DCP is the universal standard accepted by virtually all modern cinemas. Cinematiq has created DCPs for filmmakers screening at Cannes, Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, and San Francisco International. An optional Quality Control Report ($50) adds a software validation of RDD-52 compliance for your finished DCP.
Can you add captions or subtitles to my DCP?+
Yes. Our Custom service creates timed-text caption and subtitle tracks ($150 for shorts, $350 for features), including ADA compliance tracks. If your film already has burned-in subtitles, it qualifies for Instant DCP.
Do you deliver DCPs on physical drives?+
Digital download delivery is always free. We also ship USB 3.0 thumbdrives ($35 shorts, $150 features) and CRU drive packages with a Pelican carrying case ($250), all formatted to cinema standards.
What people say about us
“I’ve worked with Cinematiq on the post-production of two feature documentary films and two short films, working closely with them to create a post-production workflow and the DCP materials necessary for film festival distribution. Cinematiq has been an invaluable resource meeting deadlines with no sacrifice of excellence.”
“I've had the pleasure of working with Cinematiq for DCPs on three separate films and they've always been great to work with. They're not just button pushers; they're communicative problem solvers and intuitive filmmakers and even on one of the rush jobs they were resourceful, supportive and professional. I highly recommend them to other filmmakers.”
“I’ve worked with Cinematiq for my last three films and will continue to for future DCP and BluRay creation. Aaron, Paul, and Luke are knowledgable, great to work with, and have always been patient and kind when it came to my learning curve. Many of my existing colleagues and clients already work with them and I regularly recommend them to fellow filmmakers and clients who need DCP and BluRay creation for their projects.”
“Cinematiq is always a pleasure to work with on creating DCPs to exhibition. They are excellent communicators and go above and beyond to answer any questions. Their delivery of masters is very timely and I would highly recommend Cinematiq to other filmmakers! ”
“I’ve had technical problems with other companies getting my two films, “The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill” and “Cold Refuge,” up and running for theatrical release. Luke not only solved all my tech issues, but also educated me in a low-key, friendly, matter-of-fact way on what makes a DCP actually work!”
“DCP Transfer by Cinematiq is the missing link in DCP creation, helping filmmakers ensure their DCP files are formatted properly for theatrical and festival delivery.”
“I had the pleasure of working with the Cinematiq team on several projects while I was Program Manager of LUNAFEST at Clif Bar & Company. Cinematiq provided equipment, the production team and the editing skills to quickly and seamlessly produce a high quality, professional video piece that was used in several ways. ”
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“I've had the pleasure of working with Cinematiq for DCPs on three separate films and they've always been great to work with. They're not just button pushers; they're communicative problem solvers and intuitive filmmakers and even on one of the rush jobs they were resourceful, supportive and professional. I highly recommend them to other filmmakers.”