- Info@acx1studios.com
- 1 Atlantic Ocean Atlantic City NJ 08401
ACX1 Studios isn’t just a film production hub—it’s a dynamic ecosystem where imagination, collaboration, and innovation thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker or a curious artist, this Atlantic City gem invites you to explore the boundless possibilities of visual storytelling.
ACX1 Studios, located in Atlantic City, New Jersey, is a captivating multiuse facility situated on a beach pier along the iconic boardwalk. With a rich history dating back to the early twentieth century, this four-story, 500,000-square-foot space has undergone several transformations.
In addition to its film-centric focus, ACX1 Studios collaborates with tenants to introduce new restaurants, reopen the wedding venue, and establish dedicated creative spaces for music, arts, and teaching. The lineup includes the Laff House Atlantic City comedy club, an ACX1 brewery, and a barcade-style attraction. With its prime location and ambitious vision, ACX1 Studios breathes fresh life into Atlantic City’s historic pier, promising a vibrant future for entertainment and creativity
Originally known as the Million Dollar Pier, it operated from 1906 to 1981, followed by the Ocean One shopping mall pier from 1983 to 2003. In 2006, the pier was reborn as The Pier Shops at Caesars, later renamed the Playground Pier in 2015. However, despite hosting upscale stores like Tourneau, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, it faced challenges, leading to a decline in occupancy rates and earning the unfortunate moniker of a “dead mall.”
Fast forward to 2023, when the pier underwent a remarkable revival, reopening as ACX1 Studios. This dynamic space combines retail, restaurants, entertainment, educational areas, and crucially, film production studios. The studio aims to capitalize on South Jersey-specific film tax credits, attracting major film companies and actors to the area. With up to 150 sets, ACX1 Studios plans to create a bustling hub for television and film production. Interestingly, they intend to utilize existing features—such as old restaurants—for filming scenes, provided they remove any signage. Conveniently located near filming, editing, and crew lodging facilities, ACX1 Studios aspires to transform Atlantic City into the “Hollywood of the East”
