Picture Car Glossary

run-of-show rental

What is a run-of-show rental?

Updated June 2026 · Revolution Picture Cars

A run-of-show rental is an agreement where a picture car is booked and paid for across the full duration of a production from the first prep day through the final wrap day regardless of how many individual shooting days it is on camera.

Run-of-show rentals give productions guaranteed access and continuity, and typically come with a reduced per-day rate compared to individual day rentals. They are common for hero vehicles and key featured cars that must remain available and consistently dressed throughout a long production schedule.