# 2 Minutes

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/2-minutes

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Paris, France
- Website: www.2minutes.fr
- Total disclosed funding: $1.6M
- Latest round: Series A (May 30, 2008)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

2 Minutes is a French animation studio that develops, produces, and manufactures animated television series and feature films in 2D and 3D formats, emphasizing artistic quality and cost-efficiency in production.Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Paris, France, 2 Minutes specializes in animation production. The company has successfully adapted its business strategies over the years, particularly in co-production arrangements. Notably, it raised EUR 1.05 million in Series A funding on May 30, 2008, from investors Alliance Entreprendre and Galia Gestion. The company has completed a total of 1 deal.2 Minutes specializes in the development, production, co-production, and full manufacturing of animated programs, including approximately 40 series and five feature films. Their innovative R&D department enhances digital manufacturing processes, ensuring projects meet artistic specifications while being cost-effective. Key titles include "L’âne Trotro," "Yakari," and "Zombillénium," showcasing their diverse offerings for global markets such as Europe, North America, and Asia.The revenue model of 2 Minutes is built around providing comprehensive animation production services, including pre-production and manufacturing. They collaborate with producers on the executive production of animated series and feature films, often seeking additional funding and optimizing support mechanisms. Their transactional frameworks include upfront project funding, milestone payments, or revenue-sharing models, as seen in productions like "Miss Moon," "Raven," and "Tout en Haut du Monde."2 Minutes plans to leverage the recent Series A funding of EUR 1.05 million secured in May 2008 to enhance its production capabilities and explore new market opportunities. Future initiatives include the development of new animated series targeted for release in the next two years and expanding into Asian markets by 2025. The funding will also support strategic partnerships that facilitate entry into these regions.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, May 30, 2008, $1.6M — Alliance Entreprendre, Galia Gestion

## Investors

- Alliance Entreprendre (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alliance-entreprendre) — Series A
- Galia Gestion (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/galia-gestion) — Series A