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Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Greta Gerwig's Narnia adaptation begins filming in the UK for Netflix
Production has officially begun on Greta Gerwig's highly anticipated The Chronicles of Narnia film adaptation for Netflix, with filming now underway in the UK. The project marks Gerwig's second major production in the country following her record-breaking 2023 hit Barbie, which grossed over $1.4 billion worldwide. The shoot is primarily based at Shepperton Studios in Surrey, with location scenes already spotted in central London. The star-studded cast includes Emma Mackey, Daniel Craig, and Carey Mulligan, while unconfirmed reports suggest Meryl Streep is in talks to voice Aslan, the iconic lion of Narnia. Amy Pascal is producing the film. Scheduled for a two-week global Imax run in November 2026 before debuting on Netflix that Christmas, the adaptation is expected to be a major event release for the streaming platform. Gerwig wrote the screenplay, which adapts C.S. Lewis's The Magician's Nephew — the sixth book in the original Narnia series but a prequel to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. The story follows two children who discover a magical world, meet Aslan, and witness the creation of Narnia. Netflix secured the rights to the entire Chronicles of Narnia series in 2018 and confirmed Gerwig as writer-director in 2020. The last screen adaptations were Disney's live-action films, which covered the first three novels between 2005 and 2010. With Gerwig at the helm and an acclaimed ensemble cast, Netflix's Narnia is set to bring a fresh cinematic vision to one of fantasy literature's most beloved worlds.
Geek Tyrant
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
THE RINGS OF POWER Season 3 Casts Three More as Production Kicks Off — GeekTyrant
Production on The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 is officially underway, and with it comes a fresh wave of casting announcements. Prime Video confirmed that Andrew Richardson ( Ponies ) has joined the sprawling fantasy series as a series regular, with Zubin Varla ( Andor ) and Adam Young ( Masters of the Air ) set to recur. The trio are stepping into the epic just as cameras start rolling at the show's new production home: Shepperton Studios in the U.K. This is the third location for the series, which debuted in New Zealand and shot its second season at Bray Film Studios. Details about the characters remain under wraps. However, speculation is already circulating that Richardson might be playing a new character described earlier in casting calls as a young sea captain in his 20s. No confirmation yet, but fans are already drawing lines between Richardson's casting and that mysterious maritime role. Varla, interestingly, is not completely new to The Rings of Power . He did voice work in three episodes of Season 2, which could either be a setup for his live-action appearance or something else entirely. These additions follow earlier Season 3 casting reveals, includin g Stranger Things alum Jamie Campbell Bower, who joins as a series regular, and Eddie Marsan, who will recur. Bower's character has been described as a 'handsome high-born knight,' while Marsan's is said to be 'boisterous and boorish,' with a Scottish accent and a brother, which fans suspect could tie him to Prince Durin's family tree. J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay return as showrunners and executive producers, director Charlotte Brändström, who directs Season 3 episodes alongside Sanaa Hamri and Stefan Schwartz. The synopsis for Season 3 reads: "Jumping forward several years from the events of season 2, season 3 takes place at the height of the War of the Elves and Sauron, as the Dark Lord seeks to craft the One Ring that will give him the edge he needs to win the war and conquer all Middle-earth at last." The series takes place 'thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings , and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien's pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. 'Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. 'From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.' In Season 2, 'Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will. 'Building on Season 1's epic scope and ambition, Season 2 of Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power plunges even its most beloved and vulnerable characters into a rising tide of darkness, challenging each to find their place in a world that is increasingly on the brink of calamity. 'Elves and dwarves, orcs and men, wizards and Harfoots… as friendships are strained and kingdoms begin to fracture, the forces of good will struggle ever more valiantly to hold on to what matters to them most of all… each other.'
Daily Mail
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Popular Netflix film spin-off thrown into chaos as cast and crew are hit with illness during overseas shoot
A popular Netflix spin-off has reportedly been plunged into chaos after cast and crew were struck down with food poisoning. Production on Sherlock Holmes spin-off Enola Holmes, starring Millie Bobby Brown, had moved from Shepperton Studios to Malta for its final weeks of filming. However, things came to a screeching halt after members of the team fell ill due to suspected dodgy catering, according to The Sun. The unexpected setback has delayed the shoot, causing pressure on the team to hit the deadlines. A source told the publication: 'It's a nightmare because these productions run to such tight schedules and filming had to be stopped. 'There were a fair few affected and it meant everything had to grind to a halt until they got better. 'It ended up being a bout of food poisoning which is just really unfortunate. Luckily it wasn't anything too serious and everyone recovered but it put pressure on them in terms of hitting deadlines.' Earlier this year, Millie Bobby Brown confirmed she would be returning as Enola Holmes, the younger sister of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Henry Cavill is back as Sherlock, with Himesh Patel returning as Dr. Watson, and Louis Partridge reprising his role as Enola's love interest, Viscount Tewkesbury. Helena Bonham Carter returns as Eudoria Holmes, while Sharon Duncan-Brewster continues to portray the villainous Moriarty. Production kicked off earlier this year for the third season, with Netflix targeting a late 2025 release. Plot details are under wraps but it will reportedly be a darker iteration than the previous two instalments. In the movie, the youngest member of the Holmes family goes off in search of her missing mother, even as her more famous brothers try to thwart her investigation. The film was originally planned for a theatrical release by Warner Bros., but it was picked up by Netflix in April amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Speaking about the second sequel in a statement for Deadline, leading lady Millie said: 'I can't wait to collaborate again with my Enola Holmes family! 'Enola holds a special place in my heart – she's strong, fearless, intelligent and brave. I look forward to fans seeing how her journey continues!' Millie previously revealed that she 'found it really challenging being British' in the role after five years in the American Netflix series Stranger Things. The actress, who grew up in Dorset, England, and settled in Florida with her family to pursue her acting career aged eight, said she 'had to learn how to speak again'. Speaking to Radio Times, she said: 'For the last five years I've been playing an American character in Stranger Things and I found it really challenging being British in this, even though I am a Brit. 'I had to learn how to speak again because I'm so used to speaking in an American accent.'
Business Upturn
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Rings of Power Season 3: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on April 24, 2025, 20:08 IST Prime Video's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has enthralled viewers with its stunning visuals and grand narrative set in J.R.R. Tolkien's legendary Middle-earth. After the gripping finale of Season 2, anticipation is high for Season 3. In this article, we explore potential release dates, expected cast members, and plot predictions for the upcoming instalment of this epic series. Speculated Release Date for Season 3 As of April 2025, Amazon has greenlit The Rings of Power Season 3, with pre-production underway and filming slated to start in spring 2025 at Shepperton Studios in the UK. While no official premiere date has been confirmed, the production schedules of prior seasons offer clues. Season 1 debuted in September 2022, and Season 2 followed in August 2024, each taking roughly two years from filming to release. Based on this pattern, Season 3 is likely to arrive in late summer or early fall 2026, possibly between August and October. Expected Cast for Season 3 Season 3 of The Rings of Power is poised to bring back key characters while introducing new ones. Although Amazon has yet to unveil a complete cast list, insights from Season 2's conclusion and recent updates provide a glimpse of who to expect: Returning Characters Morfydd Clark as Galadriel : The resolute Elven leader will continue her battle against Sauron, having narrowly escaped death in Season 2. Charlie Vickers as Sauron : Now armed with Fëanor's hammer, the Dark Lord will push forward his sinister plans, likely focusing on crafting the One Ring. Robert Aramayo as Elrond : With Eregion's fall, Elrond's leadership in establishing Rivendell will likely take center stage. Maxim Baldry as Isildur : Isildur's arc will deepen, intertwining with Númenor's fate and his pivotal role in Tolkien's mythology. Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Míriel : Númenor's Queen-Regent will navigate growing unrest, foreshadowing the island's tragic decline. Daniel Weyman as The Stranger (Gandalf): Revealed as Gandalf in Season 2, his mission to thwart Sauron and potentially confront the Dark Wizard will be crucial. Potential Plot for Season 3 Season 3 of The Rings of Power is set to raise the stakes, delving further into the Second Age of Middle-earth. Reports suggest the season may include a time jump of several years, positioning the story at the peak of the War of the Elves and Sauron. Showrunner Patrick McKay has hinted at a possible flashback sequence to open the season, which could shed light on Sauron's motivations or pivotal moments from Middle-earth's past. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Telegraph
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Movie Magic: from London properties on screen to cosy home cinemas
For more than 16 years, Simon Grantley has rented out his sleek, industrial-style apartment in Shoreditch for hundreds of film shoots and TV programmes – it has appeared in hit shows including Killing Eve, Fleabag and Catastrophe. Yet, even after all this time, he's never lost the thrill of seeing his home, a 2,000 sq ft former art gallery, on screen. 'When the film crews are here you get a sense of what they're filming, but not necessarily where it fits into the storyline,' says the 65-year-old, who has decided to move out of London, and so is selling up through Savills for £1.65m. 'When it's all put together and I sit down to watch, it's really a game of 'spot my house,' which never gets old. I still get a kick out of it.' While Hollywood has been affected by COVID-19, the 2023 writers' strikes and recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the UK film industry is thriving. Surrey's Shepperton Studios and Pinewood Studios, in Buckinghamshire, are going from strength to strength, and some of the biggest films of the past year – including Paddington in Peru, Jurassic World Rebirth, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy and Oscar-nominated Wicked – were all extensively shot at the new Sky Studios Elstree in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. London itself continues to be a top location too, with the eighth instalment in the Mission: Impossible franchise, The Final Reckoning, filmed in Trafalgar Square and South Kensington. Boosted by tax breaks for independent films, as well as more content being made by streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon and Apple TV+, demand for rental properties in London and the south-east from film crews and actors has risen sharply in recent years. Knight Frank reported a 26% increase in enquiries from the film and TV industry between January and September last year compared to the same period in 2023. 'Trying to find stock to meet demand is the biggest problem,' says Harriet Gore, head of the estate agency's film and media team. 'The scarcity of suitable properties means it can be a worthwhile option for owners or landlords who might traditionally choose longer lets.' For productions based in Sky Studios Elstree, top locations are those in north-west London such as Hampstead, Primrose Hill and Belsize Park, while Notting Hill is popular for Shepperton and Pinewood. Production companies will often seek smaller apartments for crew and cast members; however, for top talent, only the best will do. Gore says weekly rents range from £1,000 to £2,000 for crew members and production staff up to £25,000 per week or more for the biggest stars. So, what are the A-listers looking for in a rental? 'High-profile actors and industry leaders often seek secure, gated homes with off-street parking, exceptional privacy, and luxurious amenities such as home gyms or swimming pools,' says Olivia McSweeney, senior director, of lettings, at Sotheby's International Realty UK. Homes within commutable countryside are also becoming more popular. 'For certain A-listers, the appeal lies in greater seclusion and fewer security concerns, particularly as their demanding schedules may leave little time to enjoy the urban lifestyle of central London anyway,' McSweeney says. The properties need to look the part, too. John D Wood & Co. partners with Burbeck Interiors, a luxury furnishing company, to style properties to the high level expected. For other property owners such as Grantley, their homes are becoming the stars of the show. 'Over the past 12 months, we've seen a significant increase in demand for residential properties for filming,' says Sinead Conlon, head of corporate relocation services at John D Wood & Co. 'We've noticed more requests from Netflix productions, particularly for TV shows like The Gentlemen and various biopics, which often seek prime central London locations, and also for high-end advertising campaigns involving brands like Boodles.' Sam Clarke, director of the location company Love Locations, is seeing a rise in Londoners applying to list their properties, especially from empty nesters whose children have left home. And doing so can be lucrative: although fees depend on many factors, a Victorian terraced house in London could make anything from £800 to £1,500 a day. Heather Carter-Drake, head of Hamptons' media lets department, has even fulfilled a specific request from a production company for a black front door. 'The fee for our client for a short day's filming of the door alone was £500,' she says. While there's appetite for aspirational, high-end houses, Clarke has noticed increased calls for comfortable but very normal family homes recently. 'It seems to be linked to the state of the economy: when things are going well, we get asked for lots of affluent houses; when the economy is not doing so well, we're asked for relatable family homes,' she says. Size will often dictate whether a property is suitable because TV shows will typically have a crew of anything from 25 to 50 people. Homes with standout features and layouts can often be successful: if it has a particularly impressive kitchen, for instance. 'Sometimes a property will only be hired for a couple of hours,' Clark explains. 'An influencer will come in with one other person, capture their social media content and wrap fairly swiftly. Anything that's sold or seen needs a location of some sort.' Mayfair the movie The Phones4u billionaire and philanthropist John Caudwell has partnered with the BAFTA-winning director Paul McLean to create a cinematic film to help market the 29 super-prime apartments at 1 Mayfair, which start at £35m, to the world's super-rich. This is the first time in the UK property industry that a Hollywood-style short film has been produced to showcase a development and bring it to life. The film, which took 12 months to make with a team of 50 people across London, New Delhi and Amsterdam, combines real actors with state-of-the-art CGIs and a beautiful white stallion, found after a long casting process in India. 'Our immersive film truly brings 1 Mayfair to life, creating a visual panorama allowing the viewer to experience how the residence will look once completed,' Caudwell says. Yet those hoping to catch a glimpse on the small screen or in their local cinema will be disappointed – it can only be seen by the wealthy buyers who go into the marketing suite. For Sale This magnificent Grade II-listed mansion in Marylebone's Portland Place was built in 1775 by the renowned Georgian architect Robert Adam. Famously used as the backdrop for Lionel Logue's consulting rooms in the Oscar-winning film, The King's Speech, starring Colin Firth, it has now been completely renovated into a luxurious home with 10 bedrooms, a wine cellar, a swimming pool –and a fantastic cinema room. It's now on sale with Knight Frank priced at £65m. Immerse yourself in the latest blockbuster in ultimate comfort in the sound-proofed cinema room, complete with 4K projector, set in the heart of this striking Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse in Notting Hill. The six-storey, five-bedroom property is on sale with Hamptons at £8.5m. This detached five-bedroom house in Farnham, Surrey, has been recently renovated. It has landscaped gardens, a swimming pool and pool house and a cinema room. It's available to rent at £18,000 a month through John D Wood & Co.
