Top 100 Companies Doing Business Here
Our Hollywood tours take you past some of the most iconic sights in Tinseltown, but in addition to the most well-known buildings, many other companies call Hollywood home. Hollywood is of course known for being the epicenter of the entertainment industry, housing numerous famous companies in the fields of film, television, music, and more. Hare’s a list of some of the most renowned ones.
A tour of Hollywood may take you past:
- Warner Bros. Entertainment: One of the major film studios globally, known for producing iconic films like “Harry Potter,” “The Dark Knight,” and “Wonder Woman.”
- Universal Pictures: Another major film studio, famous for franchises like “Jurassic Park,” “Fast & Furious,” and “Despicable Me.”
- Paramount Pictures: Known for classics like “The Godfather,” “Transformers,” and “Star Trek.”
- 20th Century Studios (formerly 20th Century Fox): Renowned for “Avatar,” “X-Men,” and “Home Alone.”
- Disney: The Walt Disney Company, which owns studios like Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, is a powerhouse in Hollywood.
- Columbia Pictures: Known for “Spider-Man,” “Men in Black,” and “Jumanji.”
- Lionsgate: Known for “The Hunger Games,” “Twilight,” and “John Wick.”
- Sony Pictures Entertainment: Renowned for franchises like “Spider-Man” and “Men in Black.”
- Netflix: The streaming giant has its offices in Hollywood and produces numerous original series and films.
- Amazon Studios: Known for its original content like “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “The Boys.”
- HBO: Famous for series like “Game of Thrones” and “Westworld.”
- Showtime Networks: Known for “Homeland” and “Dexter.”
- NBCUniversal: Home to Universal Studios and NBC, known for “The Office” and “Jurassic Park.”
- CBS Television Studios: Renowned for producing popular TV shows like “CSI” and “NCIS.”
- ABC Studios: Known for “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Scandal.”
- ViacomCBS: The parent company of Paramount Pictures and CBS, among others.
- Sony Music Entertainment: A major player in the music industry, with artists like Beyoncé and Adele.
- Capitol Records: Known for iconic musicians like The Beatles and Katy Perry.
- Interscope Records: Home to artists like Eminem, Lady Gaga, and U2.
- Warner Music Group: Known for a wide range of artists, including Ed Sheeran and Cardi B.
- The Hollywood Reporter: A renowned entertainment industry news source.
- Variety: Another influential entertainment industry publication.
- IMAX Corporation: Famous for its large-format film projection systems.
- Amblin Partners: Steven Spielberg’s film and television production company.
- Miramax Films: Known for films like “Pulp Fiction” and “Shakespeare in Love.”
- DreamWorks Animation: Renowned for franchises like “Shrek” and “How to Train Your Dragon.”
- MGM Studios: Home to the James Bond franchise.
- A24 Films: Known for producing independent and critically acclaimed films.
- The Los Angeles Times: A major newspaper covering Hollywood and the entertainment industry.
- CAA (Creative Artists Agency): One of the top talent agencies representing actors, directors, and other creatives.
- WME (William Morris Endeavor): Another major talent agency representing artists in various entertainment fields.
- ICM Partners: A prominent talent and literary agency.
- Roc Nation: Founded by Jay-Z, it represents artists in music, sports, and entertainment.
- Live Nation Entertainment: A global entertainment company involved in live music and events.
- The Grammy Awards: The annual music awards show.
- Academy Awards (Oscars): The prestigious film awards ceremony.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame: Not a company, but a famous landmark honoring celebrities.
- Hollywood Bowl: A renowned outdoor amphitheater for live performances.
- Geffen Playhouse: A prominent theater known for its productions.
- Musicians Institute: Offers education and training in music and the arts.
- The Laugh Factory: A famous comedy club that has hosted top comedians.
- El Capitan Theatre: A historic movie palace often used for premieres.
- Pantages Theatre: Known for hosting Broadway shows and musicals.
- Hollywood & Highland Center: A shopping and entertainment complex.
- The Magic Castle: A private club for magicians and magic enthusiasts.
- Hollywood Museum: Showcases the history of Hollywood and its stars.
- Los Angeles Film School: Offers programs in filmmaking and entertainment.
- Hollywood Chamber of Commerce: Supports local businesses and tourism.
- The Egyptian Theatre: A historic venue for film screenings and events.
- The Whisky a Go Go: A legendary music venue.
- The Viper Room: Known for live music and its history in the rock scene.
- The Troubadour: A historic music club that launched many careers.
- The Roxy Theatre: Hosts live music performances.
- Guitar Center: A famous music equipment retailer.
- The Paley Center for Media: Focuses on the history of television and radio.
- Magic Johnson Enterprises: Entrepreneur Magic Johnson’s conglomerate.
- Shondaland: Shonda Rhimes’ production company behind hit TV shows.
- Bad Robot Productions:J. Abrams’ production company.
- Funny or Die: A comedy website and production company.
- E! Entertainment Television: Known for celebrity news and entertainment shows.
- Hulu: The streaming service with original content.
- FX Networks: Known for series like “American Horror Story” and “Fargo.”
- HBO Max: HBO’s streaming platform.
- TCL Chinese Theatre: Famous for its handprint and footprint ceremonies.
- ArcLight Cinemas: A popular chain of movie theaters.
- The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel: A historic and iconic hotel.
- The Montalbán Theatre: Hosts live performances and events.
- The Fonda Theatre: A historic music venue.
- AEG Presents: Involved in live music and event promotion.
- Hollywood Palladium: A legendary music venue.
- Saban Films: A film distribution company.
- The Second City Hollywood: A comedy theater and school.
- The Museum of Broken Relationships: A unique museum.
- Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Hollywood: An oddities museum.
- Madame Tussauds Hollywood: Famous for its wax figures.
- ArcLight Cinemas: A chain of upscale movie theaters.
- The Hollywood Christmas Parade: An annual holiday tradition.
- The Groundlings Theatre: A comedy and improv theater.
- The Hollywood Improv Comedy Club: Hosts comedy shows.
- Grauman’s Egyptian Theatre: Another historic venue.
- The Henry Fonda Theatre: Hosts concerts and events.
- Rage Nightclub: A popular gay nightclub.
- The Dresden Room: A classic lounge and restaurant.
- The Wiltern: A historic music venue.
- The Hollywood Athletic Club: A private social club.
- The Cat & Fiddle: A British-style pub.
- El Capitan Theatre: A historic movie palace.
El Capitan Theater on Hollywood Blvd. tour
- Hollywood United Methodist Church: A historic church.
- Hollywood United Methodist Church: Known for its architecture.
- Hollywood Forever Cemetery: The final resting place of many celebrities.
- Paley Park: A small park honoring William S. Paley.
- Runyon Canyon Park: A popular hiking spot.
- Hollywood Reservoir: A picturesque location for outdoor activities.
- Grauman’s Chinese Theatre: Known for its movie premieres.
- Amoeba Music: A famous record store.
- Musso & Frank Grill: A historic restaurant.
- Hollywood Wax Museum: A museum of wax figures.
- Hollywood History Museum: Showcases Hollywood’s past.
- Avalon Hollywood: A nightclub and event space.
- The Hollywood Sign: Iconic and synonymous with the area.
These are just a few of the many famous companies, landmarks, and institutions in Hollywood, California. The entertainment industry continues to thrive in this iconic neighborhood, making it a hub for creativity and culture.