General
The Asylum produces and distributes films for DVD and cable TV markets.
Founded in 1997 and based in Los Angeles, The Asylum fully finances and produces 10-15 titles per year, with a focus on "mockbusters" such as SNAKES ON A TRAIN, HG WELLS WAR OF THE WORLDS, and MEGA PIRANHA. With over three hundred titles released to date, including popular films like #Sharknado and #Znation, The Asylum is known for its unique approach to filmmaking and its commitment to avoiding boring dramas.