Best Film Equipment Rentals in Boston Area

The Bridge Sound & Stage is an award-winning recording studio located in the Greater Boston area, specifically in Cambridge, MA. Founded in 2009 and occupying the former location of Boston’s legendary recording studio Fort Apache, The Bridge is owned and operated by Janos ‘The Arcitype’ Fulop, Alex Allinson, and Owen Curtin. The facility features two distinct recording studios equipped with both vintage and state-of-the-art gear. Studio A offers a large, expertly-treated live performance space and an isolation booth, ideal for tracking full bands or hosting events, while Studio B provides a more intimate setting perfect for solo vocal or instrument recording. The studio boasts a wide variety of musical instruments, an extensive microphone locker, and a dedicated staff composed entirely of experienced musicians. This commitment to quality and a music-first approach earned The Bridge the title of ‘Recording Studio of the Year’ at the 2019 and 2022 Boston Music Awards, cementing its reputation as one of New England’s premier recording destinations for projects of any scope.

Founded in 2004, Charles River Media is a media company headquartered outside of Boston, Massachusetts that works throughout the United States. Their wide-ranging work in media production, consulting, and distribution includes full-service on-location and in-studio video production services, live streaming, virtual production and event support, educational technology research, television commercial and film producing, and corporate, non-profit and political communications. They operate a 30' by 23' soundstage with a 14' ceiling that features a floor-to-ceiling green screen and a full-ceiling lighting grid.

Since 1977, United*American Costume has been providing period wardrobe to hundreds of Motion Picture and Television projects. Our authentic collection is known worldwide to members of the industry and is easily distinguishable on screen. Movie and television industry professionals have been using United*American Costume’s wardrobe spanning the 1700s to the 1970s for award-winning productions since Luster Bayless started his costuming business. Known for period costumes for the military from the Revolutionary war through present day, as well as men’s, women’s and children’s civilian clothing. United*American Costume can dress your entire cast with an eye for detail and authenticity. Our two warehouse facilities house both Civilian and Military/Uniforms respectively. In our Civilian warehouse you will find 24,000 feet of wardrobe from the 1750s to the 1970s. Our Military warehouse has 20,000 feet of both domestic and international military uniforms as well as civilian uniforms like Police, Firefighter and Chauffeur. This location also offers Office and Preparation spaces for rent as well as Aging and Dyeing facilities.

The Record Co. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Boston, dedicated to ensuring that no matter who you are, you have a place to make your music. Founded in 2010, The Record Co. acts as the engine of Boston's creative economy by building and protecting the physical spaces, educational pathways, and professional resources necessary for independent music to thrive. Operating out of two facilities at 960 Mass Ave and 55 Morrissey Blvd, the organization serves over 3,000 artists monthly and provides 108 creative workspaces. They offer highly subsidized, world-class recording and rehearsal spaces, lowering the barrier to entry so diverse voices are never priced out of their own city. Their spaces include 20 hourly recording studios, 4 hourly rehearsal rooms, and 88 monthly workspaces, all featuring professional gear. In addition to physical space, The Record Co. provides education and mentorship through the TRC Academy, which serves 150 students annually, and supports small business incubation. By offering these resources at accessible rates, they allow artists to invest their capital into marketing, touring, and living, rather than just renting gear.

The Huntington is Boston's leading professional theatre and one of the region's premier cultural assets. Since its founding in 1982, The Huntington has received over 150 Elliot Norton and Independent Reviewers of New England Awards, as well as the Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre. In the past 36 years, The Huntington has played to an audience of 3.5 million, presented over 200 plays, and served over 500,000 students, community members, and other cultural organizations. Under the direction of Artistic Director Loretta Greco and Executive Director Christopher Mannelli, The Huntington brings world-class theatre artists from Boston, Broadway, and beyond together with the most promising new talent to create eclectic seasons of exciting new works and classics made current. The Huntington now fully owns The Huntington Theatre and plans to renovate the historic venue. The Huntington built the Stanford Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts in 2004 as a home for its new work activities and to provide a much-needed resource for the local theatre community.

Boston Studio Rental is a premier function hall and photo and video studio in New England. The beautiful space was set up to accommodate private functions, photographers, and videographers, offering a blank creative canvas to bring any ideas to life. The spacious 4,000 square foot facility has 12 – 15 foot ceilings and all white walls to create beautiful soft white lighting. Each studio is equipped with professional lighting and booming surround sound systems. It offers a haven for photographers and videographers to generate limitless profit, with professional lighting equipment, technical training, and mentoring all in one place.

Total Entertainment is a full-service, party planning and rental company capable of servicing small, medium and large-scale events across New England. From tent rentals and staging, to carnival games, costume rentals and music, Total Entertainment does it all in-house. This allows us to control every aspect of production and guarantee its seamless and flawless execution, each and every event. Our philosophy of doing it all assures our clients the highest-level customer service, safe and clean equipment, on time delivery and most importantly the best price. Whether it is face painting and inflatable water slides for a kids party, a moon bounce for a carnival, DJs for a bar mitzvah or sweet sixteen, tents, tables and chairs for a wedding, or street performers and celebrity impersonators for a business function or charity fundraiser, corporate holiday party and corporate holiday events, Total Entertainment is your one-stop-shop for all quality party rental and entertainment needs. Rely on our extensive and up-to-date inventory of attractions and entertainment to discover how any dream is truly a possibility.

Founded in 2016, The Fitzroy is Canada's leading dress rental service. They offer an elevated, meticulously curated collection of brand new designer dream dresses, jumpsuits, two-piece suits and accessories, sourced and selected from all over the world and made available to rent for any occasion where you need to get FANCY. No appointment needed, The Fitzroy offers a welcoming, inclusive and non-judgmental space where you can drop in whenever it's convenient for you, try on as many options as you want with the help of their knowledgeable stylists and either walk out with a rental that day or reserve one for use at a later date. Their pieces can also be rented online, with easy two-way shipping Canada wide.

The only Boston-based studio for all of your production needs. Our three Allston-Brighton studios are minutes from downtown Boston, Harvard University and Boston Landing. And our FOXBOROUGH stage is your new hub for New England-based features and TV shows! Experience. Dedication. Hands-on approach. The Red Sky management team has what it takes to elevate your production - from the expected to the exceptional!

FastLights is New England's leading lighting and grip rental house, providing quality gear, 24/7 customer service, and flexible solutions for productions of all sizes. Based centrally with 10 locations throughout the Northeast, FastLights offers a comprehensive inventory ranging from the latest LED lighting to grip trucks and portable make-up mirrors. Beyond equipment, they supply skilled film and television crew for any budget, including Directors of Photography, Gaffers, and Sound Mixers. They also feature a unique 17,000-square-foot production studio inside a historic Roman Catholic church, ensuring a full-service experience for commercials, features, and reality shows.

Step into the world of cinematic possibility with Bella Hollywood Prop Rentals, the perfect destination for prop rentals! We specialize in helping filmmakers, production crews, and content creators with our extensive selection of high-quality props to bring the stories to life on screen. From unique period pieces to iconic set props, our inventory caters to productions of all sizes and genres. Whether you are working on a blockbuster or a digital series, we are here to create unforgettable scenes with ease and authenticity. Our vast inventory is designed to meet the diverse needs of filmmakers and storytellers, offering everything from the eerie to the elegant.

Talamas' mission is to provide the best professional gear, knowledge and customer service nationwide for film, broadcast and event needs. Since 1979 we've worked to empower our customers to bring their innovative production visions to life. We provide the widest range of the latest gear and the know how to support it. We offer exceptional customer service, and dedication to our customers. Talk to us about custom engineered solutions!

Prop Specialties offers specialty prop rentals of various types and eras to help create authentic, visually stunning, and interactive set designs. Their specialty prop rentals and party props function, light up, move, make noise, and interact with talent. The variety of specialty props includes coin-operated machines like vending machines, arcade games/amusements, cigarette machines, ATMs, cash registers, computers, stereos, pay phones, vintage TVs, and much more. Their inventory boasts over 100 Television prop rentals of all eras. They also provide on-site service, setup, and consulting for their specialty prop rentals.

Rule Boston Camera supplies professional equipment for film, video, media and content makers. Their engineering and quality control departments ensure that equipment is complete and ready to go. Back in 1982, Boston Camera Rental Company was formed with the purchase of a brand-new Arriflex BL3 35mm sync-sound camera. In 1990, Rule Broadcast Systems was opened to service the video world. In 2008, these two well-established brands joined forces to become Rule Camera. Through all of the past few decades of renting film, video and digital cinema cameras, key accessories, production and post-production equipment, communication systems, lighting and grip gear, audio gear and more, they have applied their love of technology and cinematic arts to every order. All they do is rentals, short-term and long-term. Their staff is trained, knowledgeable and passionate about the gear. They are dedicated to providing world-class customer service and to supplying you with the latest equipment and technology in the professional production realm.

Thomas Hart is a multi-disciplinary creator who works as a textile designer under the label Hart & Hive. His roots are in rural Alberta but he’s been a force in Toronto’s design scene since 2012. His inspiration comes from found objects, vintage styles, and Toronto’s urban landscape which he uses to handcraft bespoke fashion accessories, clothing, and objects for the home. His formal training in furniture design influences his conceptualization and construction of clothing and accessories. Hart believes that longevity is a tenet of sustainability and each item made in his studio uses high quality, and often reclaimed, materials that are assembled with time honoured techniques. These practices are expressions of artistry and Hart & Hive’s commitment to reducing environmental degradation.

Boston Cinema Props specializes in upscale furniture & decor rentals for New England TV & Film. As a local Production Designer in Boston, our founder opened Boston Cinema Props to fill the void of modern furniture rentals in New England for film, television, commercial, and editorial. Our online store provides an accurate inventory of our rentals but our stock continues to grow weekly so please contact us if there's an item you need that you don't see on our site. Rentals have a one week minimum and the prices listed are weekly prices. We provide discounts for additional weeks after the first! Browse through our site now and see all that we have to offer.

Gurari Collections specializes in antiquarian and contemporary arts from the 17th century to the present. The gallery represents select museum quality and collected artists. The "inventive mind" would describe the gallery's overarching thematic intention. The gallery explores intersections of art, science and the allied arts - a kind of cabinet of curiosity. Areas of specialization are in architecture + design, urbanism, the human figure, fantasies and follies as well as objects of the unusual. This includes antique and vintage furnishings and artifacts representing the 19th and 20th centuries. The gallery's location is among numerous art galleries, artisans and design boutiques in what is known as the SOWA district in the South End of Boston. Gurari Collections is a modern and open space in a renovated mill building from 1880.