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Edinburgh Live
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Moment Edinburgh local strolls through city before 'stumbling' into Hollywood star
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Edinburgh local has shared the moment they 'stumbled' across a Hollywood film set in the capital. Wednesday star Jenna Ortega, Twisters actor Glen Powell, Sex Education's Emma Mackey and Pulp Fiction actor Samuel L. Jackson are just some of the cast set to appear in sci-fi movie, Ghostwriter. Filming has been taking place throughout the course of the week in various locations including Candlemaker row, Advocate's Close, Borthwick's Close, Fleshmarket Close, Mary King's Close, Old Assembly Close and Parliament Square. One local snapped Top Gun Maverick star Glen Powell as he prepared to film a scene for the movie which is set for release in 2026. The short clip was captioned: "When you're walking around Edinburgh and see this. Out of curiosity we stayed and ended up seeing Glen Powell!!!" Powell has been spotted numerous times across the capital leaving fans starstruck. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Tourist Pam, who was lucky enough to spot the star while she was in Edinburgh for a trip, said: "When we travelled to Edinburgh we didn't expect to see a part of Hollywood. We were excited to see the beautiful cobblestone streets in the city and just stumbled across the set. "We returned the next day to enjoy walking the same street, and we look forward to seeing it someday on film and knowing we were there." While the plot is a tightly kept secret, The Hot Mic has suggested the film is an '80s throwback film and follows the author of a series of novels who reveals that the mythical world he's known for creating is in fact real.
Edinburgh Live
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Hollywood actor spotted on Edinburgh city centre street leaving fans starstruck
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A Hollywood actor was snapped in Edinburgh's city centre on Thursday leaving fans starstruck. Throughout the week, various actors have been seen across the city as filming got underway for sci-film Ghostwriter which is set for release in 2026. Twisters star Glen Powell has left many tourists and locals in shock as he's been seen in the capital several times filming scenes for the movie. A clip shared online on Thursday, shows Powell in a white t-shirt as he prepares for a scene to unfold. His stunt double was also in the shot. The caption of the video reads: "Glen Powell be looking fine in Edinburgh in his next film." We previously reported the Top Gun Maverick actor was clocked at Candlemarker Row and Grassmarket throughout the course of this week. The movie is set to feature Wednesday star Jenny Ortega, Sex Education's Emma Mackey and Pulp Fiction actor Samuel L. Jackson. Speaking to Edinburgh Live, Pam who was lucky enough to spot the star while she was in Edinburgh for a trip, said: "When we travelled to Edinburgh we didn't expect to see a part of Hollywood. We were excited to see the beautiful cobblestone streets in the city and just stumbled across the set. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. "We returned the next day to enjoy walking the same street, and we look forward to seeing it someday on film and knowing we were there." Other filming locations include Advocate's Close, Borthwick's Close, Fleshmarket Close, Mary King's Close, Old Assembly Close and Parliament Square. It's understood filming continued until Friday. While the plot is a tightly kept secret, The Hot Mic has suggested the film is an '80s throwback film and follows the author of a series of novels who reveals that the mythical world he's known for creating is in fact real.
Daily Record
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Hollywood star Glen Powell spotted 'jumping' on Edinburgh street as tourist yells 'that's him'
Twisters star Glen Powell was captured filming scenes for sci-fi film Ghostwriter on Candlemaker Row in the capital A Hollywood actor has been spotted filming in Edinburgh leaving locals and tourists feeling star struck. Twisters star Glen Powell was captured filming scenes for sci-fi film Ghostwriter. As reported by Edinburgh Live, the footage was filmed on Candlemaker Row in the capital after a number of streets across the capital were transformed into a film set. The movie, which is due for release in 2026, is also set to feature Wednesday star Jenny Ortega, Sex Education's Emma Mackey and Pulp Fiction actor Samuel L. Jackson. The clip shows Powell in a cream and green coat as he prepares to film the scene. He starts to jump up and down before pacing up the street for the apparent scene. Blue lights are flashing above him and security guards are present too. Pam, who witnessed the scene unfold, said: "When we travelled to Edinburgh we didn't expect to see a part of Hollywood. We were excited to see the beautiful cobblestone streets in the city and just stumbled across the set. "We returned the next day to enjoy walking the same street, and we look forward to seeing it someday on film and knowing we were there." Tourists were left shocked at the sight and couldn't believe their eyes. In the background of the video, one person said: "That is him, oh my gosh that is him. That is Glen Powell." Another added: "I can't believe we just saw Glen Powell". Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Other filming locations include Advocate's Close, Borthwick's Close, Fleshmarket Close, Mary King's Close, Old Assembly Close and Parliament Square. It's understood filming will be carrying on until Friday, June 13. While the plot is a tightly kept secret, The Hot Mic has suggested the film is an '80s throwback film and follows the author of a series of novels who reveals that the mythical world he's known for creating is in fact real.
Edinburgh Live
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Hollywood film crew in Edinburgh faces unexpected challenge as A-listers assemble
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info It's said that the first rule of filmmaking is never working with children or animals - though the old trope seems to have missed out the Edinburgh winds. The capital has been taken over by Warner Bros cast and crew recently, with production for an upcoming sci-fi film underway. The project, understood to be titled Ghostwriter, seems to be a closely guarded secret. However, locals have seen sets for the film cropping up across the city. One resident captured scenes from the Old Town, as crew set up on Chambers Street and at Potterow - and they seemed to be struggling against high winds earlier in the week. A few crew members rushed to hold up part of a set, as a big gust nearly ripped it over. Residents first noticed filming underway back on June 3, when Warner Bros trucks were seen at Holyrood Park. Since, they've appeared at various parts of the city including Candlemaker Row - which was transformed into a futuristic and 'dystopian' street. Ghostwriter is understood to be set for release in 2026, and features a cast including the likes of Samuel L Jackson, Glen Powell, Jenna Ortega and Emma Mackey. While the roles they will be playing, and the plot, have been kept under wraps - Ghostwriter is said to tell the story of an author who reveals his fantasy world that he writes of is in fact real, according to The Hot Mic. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Production is also said to be happening in London. Here in Edinburgh, locals were in awe after spotting futuristic cars dotted around with Oz Bar getting its own avant-garde makeover. While the stars of the film haven't been seen much (if at all) around the city, one determined superfan said he spent 15 hours camping out in hopes of meeting Samuel L Jackson. (Image: TikTok/@edinburghinmyheart) Matt's partner, Rosie, told Edinburgh Live: "Matt finally had his dream come true this week when the legendary actor was spotted filming scenes for his new movie Ghostwriter in the city. "Determined not to miss his hero, Matt camped out for 15 hours near the filming location with snacks, a fold-up chair, and unshakable optimism. Armed with only hope and a homemade sign that read 'I've had it with these motherlovin' waits!' he finally got the moment he'd waited a lifetime for." Warner Bros has been approached for more information.
Edinburgh Live
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Everything we know about Edinburgh Warner Bros film with huge Hollywood names
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Edinburgh locals have spotted Warner Bros trucks around the city in recent days, with filming for an upcoming project underway. Details have been kept under wraps, with residents previously speculating that the filming was for the upcoming Harry Potter series. It's now understood that the production is for Ghostwriter - a sci-film due for release in 2026. The cast includes Samuel L Jackson, Glen Powell, Jenna Ortega and Emma Mackey. It comes from director JJ Abrams, who is behind films like Cloverfield and the more recent Star Wars films. While the plot is a tightly kept secret, The Hot Mic has suggested the film is an '80s throwback film and follows the author of a series of novels who reveals that the mythical world he's known for creating is in fact real. Production is also said to be happening in London. Spots in Edinburgh such as West College Street, Merchant Street, Candlemaker Row, and Chambers Street are being used as filming locations. (Image: Edinburgh Live) Locals also spotted crews setting up in Holyrood Park back on June 3. None of the rumoured cast have been papped in and around the city as of yet, though one lifelong Samuel L Jackson claims to have had an interaction with his hero. Matt's partner, Rosie, told Edinburgh Live: "Matt finally had his dream come true this week when the legendary actor was spotted filming scenes for his new movie Ghostwriter in the city. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox "Determined not to miss his hero, Matt camped out for 15 hours near the filming location with snacks, a fold-up chair, and unshakable optimism. Armed with only hope and a homemade sign that read 'I've had it with these motherlovin' waits!' he finally got the moment he'd waited a lifetime for." A release date hasn't been given for the film, though it's been suggested that it'll hit our screens next year. Warner Bros have been approached for comment.
