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Infrastructure

One of the emerging filming destinations in the world, Abu Dhabi has unrivalled support from an advanced public & private sector infrastructure, providing all that’s required to support your production needs.

Studios

Abu Dhabi has 7 fully equipped broadcast studios ranging from 320sqm to 2500sqm each with a full production gallery, green room, canteen and dedicated make-up and dressing rooms.
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Backlot

The region’s largest backlot spanning over 300,000 sqm, offering producers the option to build any set from the ground up or use the multiple purpose-built sets already constructed including an Arabian town, hospital and war zone.

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Production Companies

The Emirate has a wide range of production companies capable of producing any format while offering advice, experience, and know-how of the production process in Abu Dhabi.
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Equipment

Abu Dhabi-based companies offer a full range of state-of-the-art filming equipment including cameras, lighting, and grip, with significant experience on all types of productions including commercials, feature films, documentaries, and TV shows.

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Cast

More than 200 nationalities call Abu Dhabi home which makes them one of the most diverse populations that offer great casting potential.

Established and experienced casting agents with international experience on some of the biggest box office hits.

Abu Dhabi also features a growing number of experienced local actors who can fulfil specific casting requirements.
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Government Support

Abu Dhabi boasts a film friendly environment with support for the industry offered at the highest level to make the impossible possible.

Full assistance with road closures, military support, any form of government permits and more.

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Safety

Safe, clean, crime-free destination ranked by Deep Knowledge Analytics as the best in the world in terms of COVID-19 response in April 2021.
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