Lionsgate Newark Movie Studio

under construction

Lionsgate Newark is a $125 million purpose-built, full-service film and television production complex located in Newark's South Ward. The 12-acre facility will include multiple soundstages, production offices, set-building facilities, and full on-site production services such as grip/electric, equipment storage, catering, props, parking, and security. The studio is expected to create over 600 long-term production jobs and generate an annual economic impact of more than $800 million. It features environmental safeguards including dust control, noise management, data reporting, and solar panel installation. The project developer is Matrix Development, and Gensler is providing architecture and master planning. The facility is owned and operated by Great Point Studios, with Lionsgate as the long-term anchor tenant holding naming rights. The studio is expected to open in 2027.