Lionsgate's'Now You See Me: Now You Don't'Brings Some of Its Movie Magic to Abu Dhabi in Collaboration with Abu Dhabi's Creative Media Authority, Abu Dhabi Film Commission and Miral Destinations

ABU DHABI, UAE,April 25, 2025/PRNewswire/ --Abu Dhabiresidents might have captured an exciting glimpse of several scenes from Lionsgate's highly anticipated movie Now You See Me: Now You Don't, which wrapped an action-packed 13-day shoot across iconic locations in the capital.

The star-studded cast of the film, including Jesse Eisenberg,Woody Harrelson,Dave Franco,Isla Fisher,Justice Smith,Dominic Sessa,Ariana Greenblatt, withRosamund Pike, andMorgan Freeman, brought their magic to life acrossYas Islandand otherAbu Dhabilandmarks, including breathtaking locations like Louvre Abu Dhabi, SheikhZayed Bridge, and the stunning Liwa desert. When the film hits screens later this year, fans will recognise landmarks including CLYMB andFerrari World Yas Island,Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit,W Abu Dhabi–Yas Island, and several Abu Dhabi streets, where thrilling scenes and stunts have been filmed. 

With the assistance of 175 local crew including the team at Epic Films, six UAE based aspiring filmmakers secured internships on set through the talent development arm of the CMA, creative lab. These interns were exposed to on-set learning experiences and were able to apply their creative lab training, whilst seeing how an anticipated international blockbuster shoots on location.

Matt Leonetti, president, physical production for the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, said:"The Now You See Me films have always taken audiences on global adventures, and this film is no exception.Abu Dhabi'siconic locations and incredible people will be part of what makes this film so enjoyable and memorable for worldwide audiences."

Mohamed Dobay, Acting General Director of Creative Media Authority, said: "We are thrilled to have been a key filming location for the Now You See Me: Now You Don't, seamlessly facilitating and wrapping yet another internationalHollywoodproduction in just 13 days across multiple iconic locations. The Lionsgate team benefited not only from Abu Dhabi Film Commission's financial rebate offering, but also from the support of our key partners, Miral Destinations, facilitating key filming locations and last but not least the expertise of our local crew, led by Epic Films. The involvement of 175 skilled local crew members and six enthusiastic young talents from our community further highlights the growing strength ofAbu Dhabi'sfilm industry. We eagerly anticipate the release this November, when audiences will see some ofAbu Dhabi'smost iconic locations come to life on screen."

Liam Findlay, CEO,Miral Destinations, which manages several of the production locales, said:"At Miral Destinations, we are proud to collaborate with global productions like Lionsgate's next Now You See Me film, further establishingYas Islandas a premier destination for world-class entertainment and leisure. This accomplishment reflects the seamless cooperation with ADFC and keyAbu Dhabistakeholders, providing unrivalled access to iconic locations onYas Islandand Saadiyat Island. Building on the success of previous international projects, as well as our high-profileYas Islandcampaigns featuring A-list ambassadors such asKevin Hart,Jason Momoa, andRyan Reynolds, we remain committed to creating unforgettable experiences for both visitors and production partners."

Set for release this November, the heist thriller film benefits from Abu Dhabi Film Commission's leading support including a cashback rebate and multi-layered logistical advice.Ruben Fleischer, the superstar director of the blockbuster hits Zombieland, Venom, and Uncharted, takes the helm. The film's screenplay's is bySeth Grahame-SmithandMichael LesslieandPaul Wernick&Rhett Reese, with a story byEric Warren Singer, based on characters created by Boaz Yakin&Edward Ricourt. The film is produced byBobby Cohen,Alex Kurtzman, andRoberto Orci.

Now You See Me: Now You Don't is among more than 180 major productions that have usedAbu Dhabias a location in recent years, benefiting from the diversity of its locations, pool of talented professionals, award-winning facilities and generous 35%++ cashback rebate. Alongside hotly anticipated future releases likeF1, the major productions includeHollywoodhits such asDune, Dune: Part Two, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Netflix's 6 Underground and War Machine as well as franchises Mission: Impossible, Star Wars and Fast and Furious.

SOURCE Creative Media Authority ofAbu Dhabi