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ARRI Lighting

Over 100 years of lighting excellence

This is ARRI Lighting

Since 1924, ARRI has been developing and manufacturing professional lighting products for the motion picture industry. ARRI luminaires are used on film sets, in television and photography studios, and in theaters, as well as at major trade fairs and events.

ARRI’s portfolio of lighting products includes SkyPanel X and SkyPanel Pro from the Engineering Emmy Award-winning SkyPanel family; L-Series Plus LED Fresnels; Orbiter; Academy Sci Tech Award-winning daylight fixtures such as the M-Series; tungsten options like the ARRILITE range; electronic ballasts; and a wide selection of accessories.

Innovative lighting since 1924

More than a century ago, in 1924, ARRI began production of the first mirror-faceted reflector with an electric light bulb and designed a mobile generator, fully equipped and powered by an aircraft engine. Perfect for location filming, the generator and lights proved to be a popular rental package.

To dive into the history: ARRI Timeline

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We’ve come a long way since then.

Over the years we’ve learned a lot. We’ve innovated; improved on-set workflows; set trends; sometimes fallen short, but tried again and got better. With your help, feedback, testing, and most importantly with your trust, we’ve been able to continue bringing you bespoke lighting tools.

Looking ahead, we’re setting ourselves up for the future with new ideas, new energy, and new manufacturing solutions—aiming to equip the next generation of content creators with the next generation of ARRI lights.


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Creative lighting for creative people

This showreel was made to celebrate and inspire creativity by demonstrating the spectacular possibilities of ARRI lighting. It was shot over two days with 300 ARRI LED fixtures, 4,820 DMX channels, 350 m of rigging pipe, and two dancers. We hope it encourages you to interact with light, paint with light, and put light at the center of your creative expression.

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Feb. 24, 2026

Adib Sobhani shoots “Woman and Child” with ALEXA 35

DP Adib Sobhani joins director Saeed Roustayi for “Woman and Child,” an Iranian feature selected for the Main Competition at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

ARRI officially hands over stage and grants accreditation to Al-Hisn Big Time Studios, the largest VP project in the Middle East
Oct. 22, 2025

ARRI officially hands over stage and accredits Al-Hisn Big Time Studios, the Middle East's largest VP project

Designed, planned, and built by ARRI and Sela, the Al-Hisn Big Time Studios near Riyadh significantly expands the production landscape in the region.

DP Pierluigi Gigi Malavasi relies on ALEXA 35 and ARRI lighting for his work on TIFF debuting, romantic fantasy “Eternal Return”
Sep. 29, 2025

DP Pierluigi Gigi Malavasi relies on ALEXA 35 and ARRI lighting for his work on romantic fantasy “Eternal Return”

Cinematographer Pierluigi Gigi Malavasi AIC brings a rich visual language to director Yaniv Raz’s latest film, blending romance, time travel, and magical realism in a visually striking narrative that recently premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

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Jul. 22, 2025

Spotlight on ARRI Lighting with Managing Director Chris Richter

In an interview, ARRI’s Chris Richter shares insights about the company’s expectations for the future of ARRI Lighting

DP Kim Ji-yong shapes the visual tension of Netflix’s “Squid Game” Season 2 with ALEXA 35 and ARRI Lighting
Jun. 11, 2025

DP Kim Ji-yong (CGK) shapes the visual tension of Netfilx’s “Squid Game” Season 2 with ALEXA 35 and ARRI Lighting

Through bold, expressive visuals, DP Kim Ji-yong discusses the heightened tension and emotional impact of “Squid Game” Season 2

ARRI boosts United Illusions’ world-class film complex in Budapest with solutions, equipment, and stage accreditation
Jun. 4, 2025

ARRI boosts United Illusions’ world-class film complex in Budapest with solutions, equipment, and stage accreditation

United Illusions opens its doors as one of the largest VP complexes in Europe and plans to “usher in a new era of filmmaking” with the help of ARRI cameras, lighting, expertise, and endorsement.

ARRI remains the leading camera choice among Cannes 2025 winners
May 26, 2025

ARRI remains the leading camera choice among Cannes 2025 winners

At the 78th Festival de Cannes, ARRI’s camera and lighting technology played a pivotal role behind the scenes in the production of most featured films.

A powerful tribute to Cairo with ALEXA 35 and SkyPanels
Mar. 18, 2025

A powerful tribute to Cairo with ALEXA 35 and SkyPanels

“Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo” explores the relationship between a man and his dog set on the streets of Cairo. This feature film was captured by DP Ahmed Tarek Bayoumi with the help of ARRI ALEXA 35 and SkyPanels.

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Mar. 3, 2025

ARRI technology and services support Oscar® winners, including Best Picture and Best Cinematography

The 97th Academy Awards® recognized many outstanding films this year. Oscar® winners including “Anora,” “The Brutalist,” “Dune: Part Two,” “The Substance,” and “Wicked” were all supported by ARRI.