Elstree Studios, a renowned film production site, is now under the management of MBS Group as part of a significant centenary collaboration.
Elstree Studios, a historic British film and television production location with a storied past, has entered a significant partnership with The MBS Group for its centenary year. The collaboration, announced at the start of Elstree Studios' centenary program, aims to preserve the studio's rich heritage while modernizing operations and integrating innovative practices.
The MBS Group, the world's largest global studio operator and production equipment provider, will take over management responsibilities at Elstree Studios. Known for managing 650 soundstages worldwide, including Manhattan Beach Studios (famous for Avatar) and Eastbrook Studios in London, The MBS Group brings extensive expertise to the table.
Jeremy Newmark, Chair of Elstree Film Studios and Leader of Hertsmere Borough Council (which owns Elstree Studios), commented on the partnership. He highlighted that this collaboration coincides with their centenary program focused on pride, progress, and partnerships, suggesting an emphasis on securing Elstree's competitive edge and ongoing growth in the film and TV production industry.
Jason Hariton, Chief Studio & Real Estate Officer at The MBS Group, also commented on the partnership. He noted that The MBS Group would offer insights into Watch Time Wars and YouTube's expansion, as well as the strategic implications for SVOD, to help Elstree Studios navigate the evolving landscape of the film and television industry.
The partnership is characterized as a "game-changing" move designed to power Elstree’s future while honoring its past. While specific financial details of the partnership have not been disclosed, the collaboration is expected to improve facilities and production experiences at Elstree Studios, securing its prominence in the competitive film production market going forward.
The MBS Group offers a range of resources to its partners, including access to a contact list for applications, industry briefings trusted by leaders, and information on Micro-Dramas & Mobile-First Storytelling. Access to the MBS Group's contact list requires membership on their website.
Elstree Studios has a prestigious history, having been the production location for films such as Hitchcock's Blackmail, Star Wars, The Shining, and Indiana Jones. With The MBS Group's expertise, the studio is poised to continue its legacy as a prominent production hub north of London in Borehamwood.
The MBS Group's website tracks global Film & TV projects, partners, and deals. They provide a Production Financing Outlook based on quarterly results of Netflix, BBC, Banijay, and more. In July, they will offer the Global TV+Film Productions Review. With an extensive network of facilities worldwide, The MBS Group supports major content creators in delivering high-quality productions.
The partnership between Elstree Studios and The MBS Group marks an exciting new chapter in the studio's history. As part of the centenary program, Elstree Studios welcomed a visit from His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh, further emphasizing the significance of this collaboration. The future plans revolve around leveraging The MBS Group’s global management expertise to improve facilities and production experiences, securing Elstree Studios’ prominence in the competitive film production market going forward.
Elstree Studios, known for its rich history in movies-and-tv entertainment, is partnering with The MBS Group, a global leader in the industry, for its centenary year. This partnership aims to modernize operations and honors the studio's heritage, while also offering insights into the evolving SVOD landscape and strategic implications for the film and TV production industry. The MBS Group's resources, including access to a contact list and industry briefings, are expected to improve facilities and production experiences at Elstree Studios.
