The Motion Picture Association (MPA) is a privately owned industry association representing film and television studios. Founded in 1922, it is headquartered in the United States and has 370 employees. Its members include major film studios such as Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Netflix, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Universal Studios, and Warner Bros. Entertainment. The MPA advocates for the interests of its members in various areas, including content protection, intellectual property rights, and industry standards.