Stingray
Japanese media company operating the allcinema movie database and releasing films on home video.
Last updated September 27, 2026
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Overview
Stingray is a Japanese media company based in Setagaya, Tokyo, best known for operating allcinema, one of Japan's largest movie databases. The company's official website describes its business as covering the operation and management of movie databases, internet services, internet content production, publishing-related writing, movie software development and sales, computer software development and sales, graphic design, animation production, and editing and publishing. Stingray also releases films under the label allcinema SELECTION, offering a curated selection of titles on Blu-ray and other formats. The company was founded in 1991 and remains privately held. Its activities span database management, digital content, and home-video distribution, positioning it as a niche player in Japan's film and entertainment information sector.
History
Stingray was established in 1991 in Japan. The company built its reputation around allcinema, a comprehensive movie database that became one of the largest in Japan. Over the years, Stingray expanded its operations to include internet services, content production, and home-video distribution. It launched the allcinema SELECTION label to release curated films on Blu-ray and other formats. The company remains privately held and continues to operate from its headquarters in Setagaya, Tokyo.
- 1991
Stingray founded in Japan.
allcinema movie database launched.
allcinema SELECTION home-video label introduced.
Products and positioning
Niche media and database company specializing in film information and home-video curation.
allcinema
One of Japan's largest movie databases.
allcinema SELECTION
Curated Blu-ray and home-video releases.
Recent events
Stingray-powered Ford and Lincoln streaming radio apps launch[3]
Reported:
Stingray announced the launch of Ford Streaming Radio and Lincoln Streaming Radio apps, which are rolling out in select Ford and Lincoln vehicles in the US and Canada.
FreeCast and Stingray agree to distribute Stingray channels on FreeCast services[4]
Reported:
FreeCast announced an agreement with Stingray to bring five ad-supported TV channels and ten music channels to FreeCast's SmartGuide; the channels would also be available to SelectTV customers.
- Unconfirmed
Stingray selects Targetspot to monetize digital audio advertising[5]
Reported:
Stingray chose Targetspot to monetize digital audio advertising on Stingray's music services. The companies said the partnership would let advertisers and brands purchase Stingray audio inventory.
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