New Amsterdam® is an independent development and production company based in New York City. With over 45 years of combined experience, the team at New Amsterdam takes advantage of NYC's place as the center of the publishing world to find novels with world-wide appeal that could be the basis for movies or other forms of entertainment. With a track record of commercially successful adaptations and a focus on well-told stories and relatable characters, the company seeks out fresh talent both in front of and behind the camera, while also providing established talent with an opportunity to explore new creative directions.

The company's mantra of cost efficiency has led New Amsterdam to embrace digital High Definition production technology, which also enhances the overall viewing experience and helps satisfy New Amsterdam's credo of “profitable art.”