Dubai: Amazon MGM Studios has announced the global release of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War, whose key scenes were filmed in Dubai in collaboration with the Dubai Media Council and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). The new film further reinforces the emirate’s position as a leading global destination for media production while shining a spotlight on some of Dubai’s iconic landmarks and attractions.
According to Emirates News Agency, the film is one of the latest collaborative entertainment projects led by DET to support the growth and development of Dubai’s creative economy. Filming was carried out in collaboration with the Dubai Media Council and under the oversight of the Dubai Film Development Committee, the industry body established under the Council to support the growth and advancement of the film sector. The film premiered globally on Prime Video yesterday (Wednesday).
Filmed in early 2025, the newest Jack Ryan feature film harnesses Dubai’s unique blend of futuristic skylines, diverse landscapes, and world-class production infrastructure to deliver a globe-trotting and action-packed espionage thriller. Alongside John Krasinski in the title role, the film features a stellar cast including new addition to the Jack Ryan franchise Sienna Miller, as well as Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly, who starred alongside Krasinski during four seasons of the Prime Video series Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan.
Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and Director General of the Government of Dubai Media Office, emphasized Dubai’s position as a major destination for film production through a long-term vision focused on building an advanced media ecosystem. Global productions increasingly choose Dubai for its world-class infrastructure, creative talent, production efficiency, and streamlined processes within a supportive environment.
Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, part of DET, and Chairman of the Dubai Film Development Committee, highlighted Dubai’s consistent efforts to inspire creativity and innovation through partnerships and projects. Supported by the Dubai Media Council and the Dubai Film Development Committee, the collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios and Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War amplifies Dubai’s position as a prime filming location and highlights the seamless integration of entertainment, tourism, and culture.
The Dubai Film Development Committee, led by Issam Kazim, plays a central role in streamlining filming processes, facilitating production requirements, and coordinating across government entities and industry stakeholders to ensure international productions can operate efficiently in Dubai. Established earlier this year under the Dubai Media Council, the committee continues to support film projects across the emirate and strengthen Dubai’s position as a leading destination for global film production.
The Jack Ryan production, helmed by renowned director Andrew Bernstein and produced by Sunday Night’s John Krasinski and Allyson Seeger, alongside Andrew Form, brings significant value to Dubai. Produced in association with Paramount Pictures and Skydance, with Skydance’s David Ellison and Dana Goldberg executive producing alongside John Kelly, Carlton Cuse, and Tom Clancy (posthumous), the film features a script by Aaron Rabin and John Krasinski, with story by Noah Oppenheim and John Krasinski.
Dubai, one of five cities featured in the film, offered dynamic locations, experienced local talent, and state-of-the-art support services, making it a prime destination for major global productions. Key Dubai locations featured include Dubai Marina, Al Seef, One and Only One Za’abeel, Dubai’s desert landscapes, Emirates Towers, the Gate Avenue district in DIFC, and Burj Park.
The filming of the movie’s scenes in Dubai was supported by the Dubai Media Council, the Dubai Film Development Committee, Dubai Police, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Municipality, and Emirates Airline, alongside several private sector entities.