New Jax Film Studios in Ryadh Unveiled at Cannes by Saudi Film Commission

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The Saudi Film Commission recently revealed a modern film production facility, located in Riyadh’s capital city, which is scheduled to finish building by the end of this year.

Nestled right in the center of Riyadh, the expansive Jax Film Studios is set to unveil two enormous sound stages measuring 16,000 square feet each, along with a state-of-the-art virtual production stage boasting Sony’s cutting-edge LED screen technology.

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The Jax Film Studios in the heart of Riyadh is planning to showcase two large 16,000-square-foot sound stages and an advanced virtual production stage outfitted with Sony’s most recent LED display tech.

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In the heart of Riyadh lies the Jax Film Studios, soon to be home to two 16,000-square-foot sound stages and a high-tech virtual production stage boasting Sony’s latest LED screen technology.

These state-of-the-art Saudi studios feature a personal cinema, lobby and conference rooms, workspace for pre-production, eating areas, and an exclusive VIP hangout spot.

Jax Film Studios, debuted at the Cannes Film Festival, promises easy access to luxury accommodations, global airports, fine dining options, and a burgeoning community of creative and technical professionals, as stated. Within a 20-minute reach, filmmakers can find all the resources necessary for their projects, including local crews and post-production facilities.

Abdullah Al-Qahtani, CEO of the Saudi Film Commission, stated that Jax Film Studios is a crucial part of our plan to establish top-tier film facilities within Saudi Arabia,” in simpler and more natural language.

He pointed out that as we grow into a leading production center in our region, this facility is designed to match top-tier international standards, fostering local artistic talents and drawing in skilled professionals from around the world.

Speaking as the General Manager for Sector Development and Investment Attraction at the Saudi Film Commission, Abduljalil Alnasser shared that they are unveiling one of the world’s most advanced and expansive virtual production stages with Jax Film Studios. This stage is equipped with Sony’s cutting-edge technologies, granting us boundless creative opportunities.

The recent announcement about the new studios in Saudi Arabia comes after the news earlier this month that Film AlUla, a film commission for the green oasis and vast canyons of northwest Saudi Arabia, entered into an agreement with The MBS Group, which includes Manhattan Beach Studios where James Cameron’s “Avatar” sequels are being filmed. This deal allows The MBS Group to exclusively manage and operate AlUla Studios, their advanced facilities. Additionally, Neom, the location of Saudi Arabia’s future city in development, boasts brand-new film production studios as well.

Saudi Arabia offers a 40%-plus cash rebate on international film and TV productions.

Since 2017, when it lifted its 35-year ban on cinema with religious ties, Saudi Arabia has been experiencing an explosion of activity in every sector of the film industry. It has now become the highest-grossing region in Middle East and North Africa for box office earnings from theaters. It’s evident that inviting international film and TV productions is a significant aspect of this government-led initiative.

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2025-05-19 12:49