{"id":172032,"date":"2025-09-24T08:16:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T08:16:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-most-ambitious-productions-on-the-platforms-are-filmed-in-spain-making-it-one-of-europes-key-filming-locations\/"},"modified":"2025-09-24T08:16:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T08:16:57","slug":"the-most-ambitious-productions-on-the-platforms-are-filmed-in-spain-making-it-one-of-europes-key-filming-locations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/the-most-ambitious-productions-on-the-platforms-are-filmed-in-spain-making-it-one-of-europes-key-filming-locations\/","title":{"rendered":"The most ambitious productions on the platforms are filmed in Spain, making it one of Europe’s key filming locations."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\n

Madrid has \u00a0consolidated\u00a0 itself in 2025 as a global epicenter of the Spanish \u00a0audiovisual sector\u00a0: a powerful economic hub driven by the film and television industry at both European and international levels. As a result, Madrid has transitioned into one of the most important “sets” in Europe, spurred on by \u00a0multinational investments\u00a0 such as Netflix. In this article, we’ll explore the data and trends that encapsulate this exciting transformation.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Some data.<\/strong> The Madrid community contributes \u00a02.6%\u00a0 to its regional GDP, largely thanks to its robust audiovisual ecosystem. This ecosystem comprises over \u00a03,500 companies\u00a0 generating approximately \u00a029,000 direct jobs\u00a0, with a \u00a0global economic impact\u00a0 exceeding \u00a07.2 billion euros\u00a0. This significant presence is bolstered by advanced infrastructure, including studios and sets, as well as the establishment of major multinationals like Netflix and Disney. These companies have chosen Madrid as their operational base in Spain. The importance of this transformation has been articulated in events like the \u00a0San Sebasti\u00e1n 2025 Film Festival\u00a0, where digital plans and cultural initiatives such as “Spain, Hub Audiovisual of Europe” were prominently discussed. Source<\/a><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Why Madrid?<\/strong> Several characteristics make Madrid a \u00a0powerhouse\u00a0 in the audiovisual sector, both in Europe and globally. The city benefits from a \u00a0concentration of businesses\u00a0 and economic activity, with a rich environment filled with producers, studios, digital platforms, and specialized services. Moreover, its advanced infrastructure is noteworthy; for instance, over \u00a01,400 shootings\u00a0 took place in 2024, representing a \u00a032% increase\u00a0 from the previous year.<\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n
 <img alt=\"We have visited Netflix's sets in Madrid and we already know where the entire financial muscle is going\" width=\"375\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/i.blogs.es\/185652\/netflixtrescantos_thumbnail\/375_142.jpeg\"\/><\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
This robust ecosystem is further supported by the Community of Madrid, which has allocated \u00a0240,000 euros\u00a0 for the years 2025 and 2026 for various initiatives. This includes programs like the \u00a0Audiovisual Observatory of Madrid\u00a0 and training activities designed for professionals in the field.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Netflix in Madrid.<\/strong> One of the quintessential examples of global investment is \u00a0Netflix\u00a0, which has recently launched ‘The Atomic Refuge’, its most expensive series to date. The project saw the involvement of \u00a0400 technicians\u00a0 and \u00a04,300 extras\u00a0, significantly exceeding typical production teams. Filming took place in the \u00a0Vancouver set in Colmenar Viejo\u00a0, an expansive facility of \u00a07,200 square meters\u00a0 featuring multi-functional sets capable of accommodating up to \u00a0300 people\u00a0 working simultaneously across various departments.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
A considerable investment.<\/strong> Netflix has announced its plans to invest \u00a01 billion euros\u00a0 in Spain between 2025 and 2028, illustrating the increasing importance of the country\u2014especially its capital\u2014within its global strategy. Spain ranks as the \u00a0second European country\u00a0 for streaming platform investments, accumulating \u00a02 billion euros\u00a0 for production in 2024, outpacing both Germany and France. From 2014 to 2024, the Spanish audiovisual sector has experienced an impressive \u00a0annual growth rate of 14%\u00a0, far surpassing the European average. Source<\/a><\/p>\n
 <\/p>\n
Filming tourism.<\/strong> The impact of the audiovisual industry extends well beyond filming locations; it generates both direct and \u00a0multiplier economic effects\u00a0 in the regions where it operates. These range from accommodation services to an increasingly popular form of tourism centered on filming locations. In fact, recent studies indicate that \u00a040% of travelers\u00a0 express interest in visiting these sites, highlighting significant growth in filming tourism in Spain over recent years. Prime destinations like Madrid, Andalusia, and Catalonia enjoy heightened visibility due to the films and series shot there, which in turn boosts local economies and enhances the preservation of cultural heritage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
As we can see, Madrid’s rise as a global audiovisual hub is not just a fleeting trend; it reflects a well-fostered ecosystem bolstered by substantial investments and strategic initiatives. The city is poised to remain at the forefront of the industry, benefiting from both local and international talents and resources. This focus on the audiovisual sector<\/strong> will undoubtedly yield fruitful returns in both economic and cultural dimensions, making Madrid a city to watch in the coming years.<\/p>\n

\n
General News – 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Madrid has \u00a0consolidated\u00a0 itself in 2025 as a global epicenter of the Spanish \u00a0audiovisual sector\u00a0: a powerful economic hub driven by the film and television industry at both European and international levels. As a result, Madrid has transitioned into one of the most important “sets” in Europe, spurred on by \u00a0multinational investments\u00a0 such as Netflix. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":172033,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36399],"tags":[12721,2420,5753,6919,3012,18903,7057,2720,26646,1694],"class_list":["post-172032","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-technology","tag-ambitious","tag-europes","tag-filmed","tag-filming","tag-key","tag-locations","tag-making","tag-platforms","tag-productions","tag-spain"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172032","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=172032"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172032\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/172033"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=172032"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=172032"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=172032"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}