Hungary offers reliability, value, versatility and production facilities that exceed Hollywood standards

Márta Fekszi, CEO, Origo Film Group

What factors make Hungary attractive for global film and television productions? 

Hungary’s appeal is a blend of reliability, value and versatility. We offer world-class infrastructure, highly skilled crews and expansive architectural and natural diversity—all within a compact geographical footprint. We also benefit from strong government support, ensuring stability for investors and studios. Our 30 percent tax rebate for productions has been transformative. It sends a clear message: Hungary is open for business and committed to the long game. It also creates predictability—a rare commodity in global filmmaking. Producers know they can count on Hungary for consistent, transparent financial planning. 

For U.S. investors, Hungary offers affordability, quality and political alignment too. The country—and Origo Studios specifically—has already partnered with major American studios, including Warner Bros., Netflix and Paramount. As economic pressures mount, we expect more U.S. producers to explore co-productions, infrastructure investment and content development here. Equally important, Budapest is a safe, welcoming city, while Origo is known for its secure, professional and friendly work environment for crew and talent.

How does Origo Studios stand out in the competitive local industry?

It was founded in 2010 with a clear mission: to build a full-service production facility that meets and exceeds Hollywood standards. Since then, we’ve hosted over 200 international productions, including Blade Runner 2049, Dune, The Martian and Moon Knight. Origo is truly an all-in-one partner. We offer nine sound stages, as well as on-site post-production, visual effects and set construction. Our backlot can simulate multiple environments, and our stages are equipped with advanced acoustic design, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and power redundancy.

What sets us apart isn’t just scale, it’s adaptability. Productions today are faster, more complex and more global. Our team works closely with clients to tailor our infrastructure to their specific needs, from green-screen setups to large-scale stunt environments. We provide solutions, rather than just space.

What are your proudest achievements and what is your vision for the next five years? 

Our biggest milestones include the construction of Central Europe’s largest sound stage, our Emmy-winning post-production work and, most recently, the launch of our talent and sustainability programs. Through our Origo Talent scheme, we mentor emerging Hungarian filmmakers. Our Green Filming Initiative includes carbon tracking, energy-efficient lighting, water-saving systems, high-capacity waste management and a green vendor program. Each production receives detailed carbon-efficiency metrics. 

I’m proudest of two things: building trust and building bridges. As someone with a background in diplomacy, I’ve always believed that relationships drive results. Whether that’s securing multiyear partnerships with studios or earning the trust of young Hungarian talent, I’ve always focused on people as the foundation of growth. Looking ahead, I see Origo evolving into a true global production hub—not only a service provider but a co-creator. We’ll invest in original content, new technologies like virtual production and deeper talent development. My vision for Hungary’s film industry is simple: that we’re not just part of the story, we help write it.