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Universal Pictures

Mediasubsidiary

Universal Pictures is a media company based in California, operating as part of NBCUniversal. The company was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in California. It operates in the media sector. Corporate records list 9 subsidiaries under the company. Key people associated with the company include Carl Laemmle (Founder) and David Horsley (Founder). Facts on this page are drawn from public sources including SEC EDGAR, Wikidata, and the company's own disclosures, each linked below.

Company facts

HeadquartersUniversal City, California
Founded1912
Typesubsidiary
ParentNBCUniversal
SubsidiariesNBCUniversal Entertainment Japan LLC, Working Title Films, Universal Animation Studios, Focus Features, Illumination, Universal Studios Home Entertainment, Universal Newsreel, Universal Subscription, Back Lot Music
Websiteuniversalpictures.com/

Key people

  • Carl Laemmle — Founder
  • David Horsley — Founder
  • Pat Powers — Founder
  • Jules Brulatour — Founder
  • Charles O. Baumann — Founder

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Universal Pictures located?

Universal Pictures is based in Universal City, California.

When was Universal Pictures founded?

Universal Pictures was founded in 1912.

Is Universal Pictures public or private?

Universal Pictures is classified as subsidiary.

What industry is Universal Pictures in?

Universal Pictures operates in media.

Who owns Universal Pictures?

Universal Pictures is part of NBCUniversal, per public corporate records.

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