An exciting lineup of film and television productions currently shooting in the UK and Ireland this summer.
From classic literary adaptations to highly anticipated sequels and original dramas, this summer sees some of the industry’s biggest names and rising stars coming together across renowned studios and iconic locations in the UK and Ireland.
Whether you’re looking for inspiration, hoping to spot casting opportunities, or simply curious about what’s currently shooting, here’s your insider guide to what’s in production this month.
Practical Magic 2
The highly anticipated sequel to the 1998 classic brings Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock back together as they portray witch sisters ‘Sally’ and ‘Gillian Owens’. Also returning for the sequel are Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing as Sally and Gillian’s eccentric aunts and joining them are Joey King, Lee Pace and Maisie Williams.
Directed by Susanne Bier (Bird Box, The Night Manager), Practical Magic 2 is currently filming on the Warner Bros soundstage at Leavesden Studios in Hertfordshire.
Practical Magic 2 is scheduled for a cinema release in September 2026.
Harry Potter
Casting by Lucy Bevan, CDG and Emily Brockman, CDG.
“Everyone starts at the beginning at Hogwarts, you’ll be just fine.” are the words that Hagrid says to Harry in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Quite a fitting sentiment considering this week ‘Hagrid’ (Nick Frost) and ‘Harry’ (newcomer Dominic McLaughlin) have been spotted filming in London’s West End.
HBO’s mammoth Harry Potter series is filming on location for the rest of the month before moving to Leavesden to continue shooting season one’s episodes.
Harry Potter is scheduled for release in 2027 and will follow Harry’s first year at Hogwarts.
Sense and Sensibility
Casting by Kharmel Cochrane.
Directed by Georgia Oakley (Blue Jean, Little Bird) and currently filming in various locations around the UK including London, the new adaptation of the classic novel by Jane Austin tells the story of ‘Elinor’ (Daisy Edgar Jones) and ‘Marianne Dashwood’ (Esme Creed-Miles) as they come of age. Upon the death of their father, the sisters, alongside their widowed mother (Catriona Balfe) and younger sister are forced to leave their family estate along with their widowed mother and start a new life in rural Devonshire.
The recently announced cast is full of outstanding talent including Fiona Shaw, George MacKay and Frank Dillane.
Sense and Sensibility is scheduled to be released in 2026.
The Thomas Crown Affair
Michael B. Jordan sits in the director’s chair for the remake of the 1999 classic romantic thriller. ‘Thomas Crown’ is a rich playboy who has everything he could ever wish for in life, but as a result of his privileged boredom he starts stealing priceless works of art. A detective is put on the case and due to both of their seductive natures, a steamy affair begins.
Jordan will also star in the film as the titular character with Adria Arjona, Lily Gladstone and Kenneth Branagh in supporting roles.
Currently shooting at Elstree Studios, The Thomas Crown Affair is due to be released in 2027.
Victorian Psycho
Casting by Carla Stronge and Mike Hooley, CDG.
Set in 1858, a young governess relocates to a remote gothic manor house. Locals start to notice that, since her arrival, members of the household keep mysteriously disappearing.
Governess ‘Winifred Notty’ will be played by Maika Monro and supported by Thomasin McKenzie and Jason Isaacs.
Directed by Zachary Wigon, Victorian Psycho is currently filming in the picturesque surroundings of Meath in Ireland and is scheduled to release in 2026.
Other productions coming to the end of their shooting dates this month:
- Heartstopper – The Netflix original series comes to its grand conclusion with a feature length film which is currently filming in Leeds.
Casting by Daniel Edwards, CDG
- Rivals (Season 2) – The Disney+ series Rivals is currently filming its second season in Bristol.
Casting by Kelly Valentine Hendry, CDG.
- The Agency (Season 2) – The second season of the Paramount+ spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender is currently filming at Shinfield Studios.
Casting by Avy Kaufman, CSA.
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