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Microseries Economy Valued at $150 Billion Outside China

market-auction · 2026-07-24

The global microseries industry, excluding China, has reached a valuation of $150 billion, according to the first-ever State of Microdrama report. The vertical video economy grew 41% year-over-year. Notably, the male audience for the microseries platform MyDrama surged 2,800% over seven quarters, rising from 1.1% to 30.3% of monthly active users. The report highlights the rapid expansion of AI-generated shows, which are driving much of this growth.

Key facts

  • Microseries industry valued at $150 billion outside China.
  • First State of Microdrama report released.
  • Vertical video economy increased 41% compared to last year.
  • MyDrama platform saw male audience increase by 2,800% in seven quarters.
  • Male audience share rose from 1.1% to 30.3% of monthly active users.
  • AI-generated shows are a major driver of growth.
  • China is the largest market for microseries but excluded from valuation.
  • Report published by TheWrap via MSN.

Entities

Institutions

  • TheWrap
  • MSN
  • MyDrama

Locations

  • China

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