From cast, crew and locations, here’s your guide to the major film and TV shoots on location this month.
The summer heat has officially arrived, and with it, a wave of cinematic entertainment with dark comedy-drama Savage House, a return to Eternia in Masters of the Universe and the nostalgic return of Toy Story 5 all hitting the big screen. Meanwhile, our living rooms are equally packed with drama as House of the Dragon wings its way back onto Sky Atlantic and NOW and Rivals continues its roll out on Disney+.
But while we sit back and enjoy the fruits of past labours, the entertainment industry across the UK and Ireland isn’t resting on its laurels. Behind the scenes, tireless production crews, visionary directors, and top-tier casting offices are actively building the next generation of must-watch stories. From the rugged coastlines of Ireland to state-of-the-art soundstages in Wales and the bustling streets of London, cameras are rolling on projects that will shape our screens for seasons to come. Let’s take a look at what’s filming in the UK and Ireland this June.
What Readers Will Get From This Article:
- Confirmed cast lists, directors, and active filming locations for productions in London, Wales, and Ireland.
- Insights into the unique production backstories, including films championing female-driven narratives.
- A look at the incredible actors active on sets this month as we celebrate the vital roles filled by Spotlight members across the industry.
Here’s a look at what is currently in production, who is making it happen, and the actors busy on location this month.
*indicates the Performer is a Spotlight member.
‘Unspeakable’
Eliza Scanlen in ‘Unspeakable’. Image Credit: James Pardon
Psychological horror film, Unspeakable, tells the story of a young mother as she struggles to adapt to life with a newborn. Exhausted and isolated, ‘Lil’ has to battle against an ancient creature that prays upon struggling mothers.
The film is part of WestEnd’s WeLove brand, dedicated to female-driven stories and championing female talent.
Filming locations: Wales
Cast: Eliza Scanlen, Essie Davis*, Sky Yang*, Nicholas Kwoon-Kit Lo Wang* and Susannah Doyle*
Casting: Julie Harkin and Nathan Toth (Dune Prophecy, Femme)
Director and Writer: Corinna Faith
‘The Man Who Stole Portugal’
James Nelson-Joyce has been cast in ‘The Man Who Stole Portugal’. Image Credit: Michael Brophy / Alamy
Set in the 1920’s The Man Who Stole Portugal follows ‘Alves Reis’ (Nelson-Joyce) who travels to Lisbon with his wife and children in an attempt to better their lives. But when life gets hard, Reis bluffs his way to the top in one of the biggest cons in history putting everything they’ve worked for on the line.
Filming locations: UK, Portugal and South Africa.
Cast: James Nelson-Joyce*, Kim Bodnia, Emily Fairn*, Joel Fry*, Richard E. Grant*, Dominic West, Danny Kirrane*, Nia Towle*.
Casting: Dixie Chassay
Director: Thomas Napper
Writers: Murray Teigh Bloom. Richard Galazka
‘Lluest’ [Working title]
Aimee-Ffion Edwards as ‘Maggie’. Image credit: Warren Orchard / Severn Screen
Lluest – Welsh for ‘shelter’ – is a Western set in 1780 Wales, which tells the story of a woman who is left to protect her isolated home from bandits and religious zealots. The film, produced by Cardiff-based Severn Screen, is shot in the Welsh language and is the first feature greenlit under the Sinema Cymru initiative.
Filming locations: Great Point Studios in Cardiff and on location in South East Wales
Cast: Aimée-Ffion Edwards*, Rhodri Meilir* and Yann Gael*.
Casting: KVH Casting
Director: Gareth Bryn (Line of Duty, The Gathering)
Writer: Ed Talfan
‘Bare’
Florence Hunt. Image Credit: Matt Crossick / Alamy
Bare is a coming-of-age survival story based on Lorna Tucker’s memoir about ‘Sophie’, a young runaway on the streets of London. and what happens when she finds her chosen family.
The film is being made in collaboration with Under One Sky and The Connection at St Martin’s, two charities working to support homelessness.
Filming locations: London, England
Cast: Nicholas Pinnock*, Florence Hunt*, Isla Fisher and Colin Firth*.
Casting: Des Hamilton and Stafi Samaki
Writer / Director: Lorna Tucker
‘Only Murders in the Building’
Selena Gomez, Steve Martin and Martin Short in ‘Only Murders in the Building’. Image Credit: Disney
The sixth season of Only Murder’s in the Building sees the trio of true crime obsessives switch New York for London to investigate the mysterious demise of rival podcaster ‘Cinda Canning’ (Tiny Fey).
Filming locations: London, England
Cast: Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Derek Jacobi*
Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield, Bernard Telsey, and Destiny Lilly
Writers: Steve Martin and Steve Hoffman
Find out more about the casting process for Only Murders in the Building in our interview with casting director Destiny Lilly.
Other projects currently filming:
- Bridgerton (Season 5). Currently filming in London. Casting by Kelly Valentine Hendry and Cole Edwards.
- A Visit To Grandpa’s. Currently filming in Wales. Casting by Katy Covell and Ollie Gilbert.
- Elden Ring. Currently filming in London and starring Kit Connor, Tom Burke and Cailee Spaeny. Casting by Kharmel Cochrane.
With these high-profile productions currently filming across the UK and Ireland, there has never been a better time to become part of the industry.
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