Capernaum Studios

What Capernaum Studios does

Capernaum Studios is a 501(c)(3) non-profit film production company and entertainment destination operating on a 40-acre campus in Poolville, Texas (west of Ft. Worth), under the umbrella of Dramatic Worship Ministries. Founded in 2009 by Tammy Lane, the studio operates a hybrid model spanning three business lines: (1) B2B film production services including period set rentals (first-century village, early American town, modern Main Street, statue garden, temple), production facilities with on-site lodging (sleeps 34), and virtual production capabilities featuring an 8,000 sq ft Stage B with a 4K LED Volume Wall (32'x12' max, 2.97mm pitch) and ICVFX real-time rendering; (2) direct-to-consumer experiences including $15 self-guided tours, seasonal immersive events, and stock footage licensing ($39.99 1080p / $49.99 4K); and (3) merchandise and donation revenue via an e-commerce store and tax-deductible contributions supporting its faith-based ministry mission.

The company's customer base is bifurcated between professional film production clients (notably 'The Chosen' series seasons 1-2) and faith-based consumer audiences (families, homeschool groups, church groups, individual donors). Distribution is largely direct: a production coordinator handles rental inquiries, the website hosts inquiry forms and e-commerce, and social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) drive community engagement. The studio also produces its own content, including the 2022 feature film 'Washington's Armor' directed by Tammy Lane with historical advisor David Barton, plus related merchandise.

A planned 2026 expansion includes a faith-filled immersion experience theme park and Founders Wall donor recognition program, signaling a strategic pivot from pure production services toward a destination entertainment model. The studio's competitive position rests on capital-intensive physical infrastructure (period sets, virtual production hardware, lodging) that is difficult to replicate, combined with reputational association as the premiere location for biblical productions. Revenue figures are not disclosed, and the company's growth trajectory depends materially on the success of the 2026 theme park launch and continued production rental demand from the faith-based entertainment sector.

Name

Capernaum Studios

Legal name

Capernaum Studios

Website

https://capernaumstudios.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Capernaum Studios is a 501(c)(3) non-profit film production facility on a 40-acre Texas campus offering period set rentals, virtual production technology (LED/ICVFX), self-guided tours, merchandise, and a planned 2026 faith-themed immersion park, serving faith-based filmmakers, families, and ministry supporters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Film Production Services

NAICS

Motion Picture and Video Production (512110), Motion Picture and Video Production (51211), Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries (512)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812), Services-Allied To Motion Picture Production (7819)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPADAIAA

Soundstage & Stage Rental (Film/TV)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Film & Video Production/Distribution/Studios, Soundstages & Backlots

SECONDARYMPAAAMAG

Studios, Stages & Location Services (Facilities, Location Scouting/Permits)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Advertising, Marketing & PR Services/Production Services for Advertising (Commercial Production, Post)

SECONDARYMPADAIAL

Studio Tours & Visitor Experiences

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Film & Video Production/Distribution/Studios, Soundstages & Backlots

SECONDARYBPAFAAAF

Content Production (Video, Design, Copy, Studio)

Business & Public Services/Marketing, Advertising & PR Services/Full-Service Advertising Agencies

Keywords

• Film production services
• Historical film sets
• Virtual production stages
• Studio facility rentals
• Faith-based entertainment

Headquarters

HQ city

Poolville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Film Set Rentals: Rental of film sets and production facilities to external filmmakers and production companies. Includes access to sound stages, historical sets, production offices, lodging (Hilltop House), and equipment add-ons.
2. Tours and Live Events: Revenue from self-guided tours ($15 per person) and seasonal immersive experience events. Tours include access to first-century village and statue garden.
3. Merchandise Sales: E-commerce sales of faith-themed apparel, mugs, jewelry, books (children's history books, Washington's Armor merchandise), and souvenirs through the online store.
4. Stock Footage Sales: Sale of stock footage clips depicting biblical-themed scenes. 1080p videos priced at $39.99, 4K (2160p) videos at $49.99.
5. Donations and Charitable Support: 501(c)(3) non-profit organization accepting tax-deductible donations from supporters. Donations fund live event productions, tours, community events, and filmmaker empowerment programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Capernaum Studios operates a 40-acre faith-based film studio offering film set rentals (1st Century Village, Early American town, Modern Day Main Street) and Virtual Production Sound Stages equipped with LED Volume Wall and ICVFX technology for filmmakers. The studio also provides on-site lodging, production facilities, and equipment, complemented by public self-guided tours, live immersive events, faith-themed merchandise, stock footage licensing, and a feature film production (Washington's Armor), all operated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit ministry under Dramatic Worship Ministries.

Product overview

Capernaum Studios is a 40-acre faith-based film studio and entertainment destination located west of Fort Worth, Texas. The company operates as a unified offering combining film production facilities (sound stages, period sets, virtual production technology) with public-facing experiences (tours, events, merchandise). Core offerings include: (1) Film Set Rentals with multiple set types (1st Century Village, Early American, Modern Day Main Street) and Virtual Production Sound Stages with LED walls and ICVFX technology; (2) Production Facilities including lodging, meeting rooms, and support spaces; (3) Self-Guided Tours of the studio grounds and sets featured in 'The Chosen' series; (4) Live Productions and Events for public attendance; (5) Stock Footage licensing of biblical-themed clips; (6) Washington's Armor feature film and related merchandise; and (7) Donations/Volunteer programs supporting the ministry. The studio also operates a merchandise store selling apparel, books, and accessories themed around its productions and Biblical content.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Film Set Rentals Complete film production facility offering multiple set types for rental: 1st Century Village (8 interior rooms, 8 exterior rooms, Upper Room, courtyards, animal facilities), Early American sets (tavern, ship, library for 1500-1800s period), Modern Day Main Street (Bank, Coffee Shop, Movie Theater, Church, City Hall, Gazebo), and Virtual Production Sound Stages.
• Virtual Production Stage LED Volume Wall facility with ICVFX (In-Camera Visual Effects) technology for real-time visual effects generation. Features LED wall (32' x 12' max, 4K resolution, 2.97mm pitch, up to 6-degree curve), lighting package, and crew for virtual environment creation.
• Production Facilities Comprehensive on-site amenities including Hilltop House (4,000 sq ft, sleeps 34), Hilltop Suite (sleeps 2), Studio Suite (green room with loft), Main Street House (475 sq ft), Pavilion/Meeting Room (1,600 sq ft), Production Office and Dressing Suite (1,200 sq ft), and Theater for screenings and workshops.
• Self-Guided Tours Behind-the-scenes studio tours of the 40-acre film studio property, exploring the First Century Village (featured in 'The Chosen' seasons 1-2), Statue Garden (30,000 sq ft with 13 biblical statues), and filming locations. Available Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm at $15 per person.
• Live Productions & Events Scheduled live events, tours, and productions for public experience including Fall Experience (immersive walk-through adventures), self-guided tours, and seasonal events.
• Stock Footage Licensable biblical-themed stock footage clips available in 1080p ($39.99) and 4K/2160p ($49.99) formats, depicting scenes such as people praying, rejoicing, rooftop preachers, Roman soldiers, and religious gatherings.
• Washington's Armor Film A feature film produced and directed by Tammy Lane about the early years of George Washington before the Revolutionary War, with historical advisor David Barton. Available for viewing with related merchandise sold in the studio store.
• Merchandise Store Online store selling faith-based merchandise including t-shirts, mugs, tumblers, books (Kids George Washington Book, Kids American Revolution Book, Kids Constitution Book, Kids Bill of Rights Book), apparel, plush toys, and accessories, with prices ranging from $8.99 to $40.00.

Quantifiable outcome

• Featured filming location for 'The Chosen' seasons 1-2
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Ignite EuropeminorOthersInternational organization sharing stories and messages about what Jesus is doing in the world. Capernaum Studios supports this organization as part of its charitable mission to spread the Gospel globally.
• Mission RealityminorOthersInternational organization focusing on serving and ministering to orphans, widows, and destitute in India. Capernaum Studios partners with this organization as part of its outreach mission.
• DugitminorOthersIsraeli organization reaching out to Tel Aviv for over 30 years, sharing the Good News. Founded and operated by Israelis. Capernaum Studios supports this ministry as part of its global evangelism efforts.
• Christian Media ConferenceminorOthersOrganization building a community of filmmakers, actors, screenwriters, podcasters, and producers/directors focused on Christ. Capernaum Studios supports this industry organization.
• Women of Prayer UnitedminorOthersNational organization uniting women across the nation in fervent prayer to save a generation. Capernaum Studios partners with this faith-based organization.
• Glenn LynchminorOthersIndividual benefactor who gifted the thirteen biblical statues in Capernaum's Statue Garden. The statues, sculpted by Korean artist Yon Sim Pak, take visitors through the Bible from beginning to end.
• David BartoncoreOthersHistorical advisor for Washington's Armor film production. Author of 'The Bulletproof George Washington' book which inspired the screenplay. Provides historical accuracy and credibility to Capernaum's American history content.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• EUE Screen Gems Studios (Cobb Studios): Multi-location film and TV production facility operator (Atlanta, Wilmington, NY). Comparable as a soundstage and backlot rental business serving major commercial productions, with deep production-services infrastructure.
• Kaufman Astoria Studios: Independent NYC film studio offering soundstages, production offices, and support facilities. Comparable B2B rental model serving professional film productions with purpose-built soundstages and integrated production infrastructure.
• Tyler Perry Studios: Single-site 330-acre purpose-built studio in Atlanta featuring multiple soundstages, backlots, and on-site production facilities. Comparable as a founder-controlled, integrated studio destination offering stages, lodging-adjacent production support, and content production under one roof.
• Pinewood Studios (Pinewood Group): Major UK-based film studio operator with soundstages, backlots, and production facilities. Comparable as an integrated film studio offering soundstage rental, on-site production facilities, and historical/period set infrastructure at scale to professional filmmakers.
• Universal Studios Hollywood (NBCUniversal): Major studio with a globally recognized behind-the-scenes studio tour business. Comparable operating model component: monetizing the same physical assets used for production through consumer-facing tours, events, and merchandise.

Others

• Crossroads Films / NRB Network: National Religious Broadcasters membership organization serving Christian media producers. Comparable as adjacent ecosystem infrastructure for faith-based content creators - a relevant counterpart channel for Capernaum's rental pipeline and ministry partnerships.

Direct peers

• Sight & Sound Theatres: Operates large-scale, purpose-built biblical theatre productions (Branson, MO and Lancaster, PA) featuring immersive sets and live audiences. Comparable as a faith-based destination entertainment company that has built distinctive sets to bring Bible stories to life, with a similar hybrid model of production + public-facing ticket revenue.
• Pure Flix Entertainment: Faith-based film production and streaming company producing Christian-themed movies and series. Comparable target customer and content ecosystem, and a potential production partner/renter for Capernaum's biblical sets.
• Holy Land Experience: Orlando-based Christian theme park featuring a recreation of ancient Jerusalem and biblical exhibits. Closest direct analog: a faith-themed destination combining historical replica sets with paid admissions and tours, targeting families and church groups.
• Angel Studios: Distribution and production company behind 'The Chosen' and 'Sound of Freedom.' Comparable as the lead distributor of the marquee production that anchored Capernaum's rental business, and a faith-aligned media company operating in the same content ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@capernaumstudios
• Facebookfacebook.com/CapernaumStudios
• Instagraminstagram.com/capernaumstudios
• TikToktiktok.com/@capernaumstudios
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/capernaum-studios

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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