This psychological thriller will begin filming in early 2025.

Saudi Arabia is raising the bar in every field, and the film industry is no exception. The Kingdom is rapidly making waves in cinema and now, it’s gearing up to shoot AlUla Studio’s first-ever Hollywood production starring none other than Emma Roberts.

Emma Roberts is set to star in Fourth Wall which is a psychological thriller. It will be the first film shot at AlUla Studios and will begin production in early 2025. Fourth Wall delves into the world of a former child star who is kidnapped and forced into a twisted recreation of her old TV show. Details of other actors on board are yet to be unveiled, but the film’s production in Saudi Arabia is expected to be great for location talent.

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Apart from bringing Emma Roberts to the Kingdom, the exciting project will help aspiring Saudi filmmakers and crew members, who will get the chance to train and collaborate on this major international production at AlUla Studios.

Emma Roberts is known for her roles in various films and television shows, including American Horror Story, Holidate, Scream 4 and We’re the Millers. She is also he niece of actress Julia Roberts.

As for AlUla Studios, it boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including a 30,000-square-foot soundstage, a backlot, and comprehensive production support that’s poised to be a game-changer in the world of films. Designed to attract both local and global filmmakers, this institution cements AlUla’s reputation as an ideal filming destination. With its dramatic landscapes, AlUla is as much a star as the actors on screen making it a breathtaking filming choice.

The growing momentum of filming in Saudi Arabia is perfectly aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which aims to establish itself as a global hub for creatives. And Fourth Wall is just the latest in a string of high-profile films that have chosen AlUla as their backdrop. Hollywood hits like Kandahar with Gerard Butler, Russo brothers’ Cherry starring Tom Holland and Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki have already showcased the region’s stunning vistas. So it’s safe to say that AlUla is setting the stage, quite literally, for Saudi Arabia’s bright cinematic future.