Story Syndicate Launches $10M Fund for Docs

Story Syndicate has launched a multi-million dollar equity fund dedicated to financing nonfiction films and series. This significant investment aims to support three to four projects annually, focusing on those with strong commercial appeal and creative innovation. The fund's debut slate includes "Master Thief," a documentary about a notable fan, a film on the life of Bob Saget titled "Saget," and "Beverly & Dereck," celebrating wildlife filmmakers.

Founded in 2019, Story Syndicate has rapidly become a major player in the documentary space, contributing to prominent projects for platforms like Apple TV, Roku, and Netflix. The eight-figure fund, backed by private investors, signifies a commitment to independent production and empowers the company to partner with directors and rights-holders seeking to tell culturally relevant and groundbreaking stories.

This move marks a return to documentary financing for co-founder Dan Cogan, who previously led Impact Partners, a financier of acclaimed films like "Icarus" and "How to Survive a Plague." The Story Syndicate fund remains open to unscripted projects at all stages, seeking ambitious narratives that blend commercial success with artistic risk.