Stages and Backlot
Barrandov currently runs a total of fourteen sound stages and an extensive backlot. Ten are located on the Barrandov Studios Lot (9 are available for rental) and another 4 are located at our Hostivar complex (all Hostivar stages are currently committed to long term television projects). Available for rental along with the sound stages is the directly adjoining backlot, which has an area of 160,000 square meters. Barrandov and Hostivar are situated approximately twenty-minutes away from each other by car and both are easily reached from the center of Prague. Prague Ruzyne Airport is 20 kilometers away from Barrandov Studios.
All of our stages are soundproof and allow for direct sound recording. They are constructed in a manner whereby they can satisfy any lighting and energy requirements. Most of the stages are equipped with a winch system that allows lighting bridges, counterweights, and sets to be suspended.
Together with the stages, we offer high-quality support facilities – production rooms, make-up rooms, dressing rooms, camera and prop rooms, and catering areas. A projection room is available, primarily for checking dailies.
Our backlot of gently rolling terrain at Barrandov is unique due to its close proximity to the stages and abundant natural scenery. This backlot just happens to be the site where films such as Joan of Arc, A Knight’s Tale, Oliver Twist, Brothers Grimm, and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian were created. Included within the backlot are three outdoor water tanks, available to meet the needs of any production.