The Burn
Scotland’s New Independent Film Distribution & Streaming Platform
What's it about?
Scotland’s Stories.
Unfiltered.
Unstoppable.
Who is it for ?
The Burn Ecosse is a groundbreaking Film Distribution & new streaming platform built to showcase the best in Scottish independent film, emerging creative voices and bold original storytelling.
Produced a film you want in the cinema? The Burn Ecosse will primarily deliver Scottish Films into local cinemas. Get in touch we are open to all genres.
Launching in Sept 2026, The Burn will give filmmakers a powerful new stage and audiences a front-row seat to the future of Scottish cinema.
This is more than streaming.
This is a movement.
What is on it?
Films, Music, Podcasts & Comedy
Who is behind it?
Created by GTF Films, The Burn exists to challenge traditional film distribution by giving control back to creators and bringing authentic stories directly to audiences.
From short films and feature dramas to documentaries and music videos, The Burn celebrates the raw energy of Scotland’s creative industries.
The platform will become a home for:
Independent filmmakers
Student productions
Emerging artists
Social impact cinema
Festival-quality storytelling
Scotland’s Creative Streaming Revolution Begins.
Launching Sept 2026, The Burn is a bold new digital platform showcasing Scotland’s most exciting independent films, music artists, podcasts and comedy talent.
Built by creators, for creators — The Burn gives authentic voices the stage they deserve and audiences direct access to the future of Scottish entertainment.
No gatekeepers.
No limits.
Just creativity.
Films, Music, Podcasts & Comedy
How will we
do it ?
The Burn will launch as a pay-per-view streaming platform, allowing audiences to watch and support individual films, music content, podcasts and comedy performances. This model ensures creators are rewarded directly for their work. In 2027, the platform will evolve into a subscription service, creating an even more accessible way for audiences to discover Scottish creative content while supporting sustainable growth for creators.
Who can be part of it?
The Burn is built for creators. If you make films, music, podcasts, comedy or original digital content, you can be part of the platform. We are committed to providing opportunities for emerging talent, students, independent professionals and established artists who want to reach new audiences and be part of a growing creative movement.
How much will it cost?
At launch, content on The Burn will be available on a pay-per-view basis, with prices set by creators depending on what you choose to watch. From 2027, The Burn will introduce a subscription model, offering unlimited access for a monthly fee of £4.99 for viewers in Scotland and £8.99 for viewers outside Scotland, helping us grow a global audience for Scottish creativity.
Do you
distribute Films?
The Burn Ecosse will be building relationships with a network of cinemas to enable cinematic releases prior to streaming .
The Burn Ecosse will be available as a stand-alone streaming website, making it easy to access from anywhere. As audiences increasingly watch content online, the platform is designed to work seamlessly across devices — allowing viewers to discover and enjoy new creative work wherever they are.