SCENE 01 / TV SHOWS BROADCAST SERIES
TV Shows & Broadcast Series in Saudi Arabia
Full-service television production for networks, streamers, and international broadcasters throughout Saudi Arabia.
TV and broadcast series production makes episode-based content. It serves network, cable, and streaming outlets. These shoots run on set broadcast workflows. They must meet tech standards, delivery dates, and shoot timelines. That work needs skilled crews. It also needs smart day-to-day management across whole seasons.
We give production support for TV and broadcast series. We set up the steady crew, gear, and location needs that episode-based work demands. Our team runs the day-to-day logistics of series shoots. We help your show hold steady quality and keep on schedule. That holds true from the pilot to the season finale.
Capabilities
Television Production Excellence
We provide complete production support for episodic television—from network series to premium streaming originals—with experienced crews and efficient workflows.
01
Network Series
- Multi-episode production
- Broadcast standard delivery
- Series continuity management
- Episodic scheduling
- Network coordination
Broadcast Excellence
02
Limited Series
- Premium production values
- Feature-quality cinematography
- Complex narrative support
- Prestige drama expertise
- Festival-ready finishing
Premium Quality
03
International Productions
- Multi-territory coordination
- International crew integration
- Cross-border logistics
- Language support services
- Co-production compliance
Global Standards
04
Fast-Turnaround Series
- Efficient production workflows
- Quick episode delivery
- Streamlined post-production
- Parallel unit coordination
- Tight schedule management
Speed & Efficiency
On Location
Series production for MBC Group, Shahid, Rotana, Saudi Broadcasting Corporation, Al Arabiya and Saudi 24 News — anchored at MBC Studios Riyadh and Jeddah, with NEOM Bajdah Studios for premium long-form.
We line-produce broadcast series for the pan-Arab TV system. It runs through Saudi-headquartered playout. That includes MBC Group (MBC1, MBC2, MBC4, MBC Action, MBC Masr, plus Shahid SVOD — the largest Arabic streaming site). It also includes the Saudi Broadcasting Corporation, Rotana Cinema and Rotana Khalijia, Al Arabiya (the pan-Arab news channel between Riyadh and Dubai), and Saudi 24 News. MBC Studios Riyadh and Jeddah anchor most pan-Arab broadcast capacity. NEOM Bajdah Studios — the 9,000 m² sound-stage complex opened in late 2022 as the largest in MENA — now hosts premium long-form series for global SVOD platforms. Ramadan anchors the Saudi and pan-Arab TV calendar. The 30-episode Ramadan musalsalat (drama series) draw primetime ratings unmatched anywhere else in the year. MBC orders 15–20 new Ramadan series each year for the post-iftar slot. Vision 2030 industry growth runs at about 20% year-on-year since the 2018 cinema reopening. The Cultural Development Fund 40% cash rebates (35% base + 5% Saudi-content uplift) drive inward production.
Pre-production routes through the Saudi Film Commission for foreign-crew accreditation. The General Commission for Audiovisual Media (GCAM) handles content licensing. Ramadan-series timetables are tight. Pre-production runs mostly January–March. Principal photography runs February–April for an April–May broadcast window. Full delivery reaches MBC playout 30 days before the holy month starts. Multi-camera block-shooting uses 3-camera A/B/C cross-coverage with steadicam fly. REMI fiber feeds MBC playout in Riyadh and Jeddah. Location work spans MBC Studios Riyadh and Jeddah, NEOM Bajdah's six sound stages, AlUla's Hegra, Maraya and Ashar Valley for prestige period drama, Diriyah At-Turaif for heritage drama, Jeddah Al-Balad heritage merchant houses, and Riyadh's Olaya and Diplomatic Quarter for modern drama. Climate scheduling pushes exterior work into the October–April window. Sound-stage shooting runs year-round. We field Bilingual crew. They use Najdi or Hejazi dialect on-camera. MSA final masters go out for pan-Arab distribution via MBC Jeddah post and Image Production House Dubai.
FAQ
Our Television Network
What types of TV series do you support in Saudi Arabia?
We support all series formats. That means scripted dramas, comedies, tight series, procedurals, period pieces, and global co-productions. Our work spans network TV, premium cable, and streaming-site originals.
How do you handle multi-episode scheduling?
We build lean shoot schedules. We block shooting by location, not by episode order. This makes the most of each location. It also cuts down on firm moves. Our schedule plans for actor times, location access, and the season.
Can you support second unit and parallel production?
Yes. We often set up multi-unit shoots. We use separate crews for main unit, second unit, and specialty shots. Our team handles scheduling, gear, and crew plans across parallel units.
What broadcast standards do you deliver to?
We deliver to all major broadcast and streaming specs. That covers HD, 4K, HDR, and platform-specific tech needs. Our post partners make sure files meet the exact specs of your distribution platform.
Do you provide casting services for series?
We connect shoots with skilled Saudi casting directors. They know both local talent markets and global shoot needs. They handle principal casting, day players, and background talent across Saudi Arabia.
How do you manage series continuity across episodes?
Our script supervisors and department heads keep close scene-matching records. They do this across all episodes. We set up systems to track costumes, props, set dressing, and character details. This keeps the series consistent.
Related Services
Productions in Saudi Arabia that need this often pair it with Drama Series Production, Feature Film Production, and Narrative Films & Web Series for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Educational & Explainer Video Production and Corporate Video Production.
On Set
Ready to Produce Your TV Series?
Tell us about your series and we'll provide a comprehensive production plan for filming in Saudi Arabia.