A prestige development and production company focused on original and commercial films in the thriller, horror and dark comedy genres

the Company

Founded by Max Woertendyke, Noble Gas Media is the development and production partner for creators with original and distinct visions in the thriller, drama, horror and dark comedy genres. Working as the bridge between storytellers, craftspeople, and the executives charged with bringing riveting narratives to audiences, NGM understands the commercial lens needed to make original projects viable, and the creative expertise to make sure they don’t lose their bite.

We play hard and smart at the dynamic intersection of art and commerce, taking chances where other companies won’t and capturing the imaginations (and eyeballs) of discerning audiences.

NEWS + Updates

USA Today asks "Why is 'Brightwood' going viral now? Here's what's behind the horror sensation."

NGM Founder Max Woertendyke will be the Keynote Speaker for Juilliard's upcoming 2024 Arts & Entrepreneurship Symposium

Noble Gas Media’s most recent release, Dane Elcar’s BRIGHTWOOD, took the indie world by storm, achieving a 94% Fresh ratin...

the AWARDS

“As a film distributor, it’s rare to have any meaningful involvement with a film’s producer post-acquisition. But Max & Dane were integral partners... I believe the film’s success lay in no small part to this. Aspiring producers take note!”

Ray Murray

Cinephobia Releasing

“Having made more than a dozen film projects with Max over the last decade, I speak from experience when I say there’s no better person to have in your corner, or on your set, or in your meeting when you find yourself up against the odds, up against the clock, or up against your doubts.”

David Corenswet

Regular producing partner, and now Superman ;)

“Max is a rare gem, able to balance logistical and creative concerns like no one I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. His instincts for navigating personalities and managing conflict are project-saving. Fiercely intelligent, he's always ten steps ahead of everyone else.”

BAFTA Nominee Manon Gage

Writer, Star, EP of REAL LIVE GIRL

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